Comparison

Xtiva vs Arab IPTV Player

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Xtiva

Features
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Xtiva is a fast, secure IPTV player and M3U player that lets you watch Live TV, Movies, TV Series, and VOD using your own IPTV subscription. It supports Xtream Codes API, M3U / M3U8 playlists, and a built-in EPG TV guide, with smooth HD and 4K playback on iPhone, iPad. - DUAL-ENGINE PLAYER (VLC + AV) Switch between the AVPlayer and VLC engines with one tap. If a stream stutters or a format won't load, flip engines for maximum compatibility across HLS, M3U8, TS, MP4, and more. Fewer buffering issues, more channels that just work. - SWITCH CHANNELS WITHOUT LEAVING THE PLAYER Flip channels instantly while watching — no need to exit playback and go back to the list. Fast, seamless channel switching, just like a real remote. - XTREAM CODES LOGIN Connect instantly — enter your server URL, username, and password. No complicated setup. - M3U PLAYLIST SUPPORT Works as a flexible M3U Player: M3U URL, remote playlist, or local file. Channels are auto-organized in one place. - EPG TV GUIDE See what's playing now and what's coming up next with a built-in EPG guide — plan your viewing at a glance. - CATCH-UP TV Missed a show? Watch past programs with catch-up support — never lose your favorite content to a missed schedule. - PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PiP) Keep watching in a floating window while you browse other apps. Multitask without missing a moment of your show. - CONTINUE WATCHING & FAVORITES Pick up movies and series right where you left off. Save your favorite channels and VOD for one-tap access. - MULTIPLE THEMES Personalize your experience with multiple app themes — switch the look and feel to match your style. - PARENTAL CONTROL Lock adult categories and specific channels behind a PIN to keep viewing safe for the whole family. - LIVE TV, MOVIES, SERIES & VOD Stream Live TV, Movies, TV Series, VOD, Sports, News, and Entertainment — auto-categorized for easy browsing. - QUICK PLAY — NO ACCOUNT NEEDED Paste any direct stream link and start watching instantly — no account, no setup, nothing to configure. MORE FEATURES - Dual playback engines for maximum format support - Fast channel loading and stable HD / 4K playback - Modern, responsive UI with multiple themes - Full playlist management HOW TO USE 1. Install Xtiva. 2. Enter your Xtream Codes credentials or M3U playlist URL. 3. Load your playlist. 4. Start watching Live TV, Movies, Series, and VOD instantly. Important: This app does not host, provide, sell, or distribute any media or television content. It requires your own IPTV subscription from an authorized provider. We do not endorse streaming copyrighted content without permission from the copyright owner.

About

Arab IPTV Player

Features
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Arab IPTV Player is a free media player for iPhone and iPad. Connect your own compatible Xtream Codes service or M3U playlist URL to browse and play media you are authorized to access. Browse live TV, movies and series from your provider. Search your catalogue, filter categories, save favourites and return to recently watched titles. Series episodes are organized in order. Use playback controls for seeking, speed, screen fit and zoom. Choose audio and subtitle tracks when your media supports them. Download permitted, compatible video files for offline viewing and keep movies and series organized in Downloads. IMPORTANT: Arab IPTV Player includes no channels, movies, series, playlists, subscriptions or activation codes. You must use a service you are authorized to use. The app does not bypass provider authorization. DRM-protected content is not supported.

Screenshots

Xtiva4 screens
Arab IPTV Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Arab IPTV Player at daily against Xtiva's every 6 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Xtiva ships an update every 6 days, Arab IPTV Player daily. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Xtiva versus Arab IPTV Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXtivaArab IPTV Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB55 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperShafi Abdur RajUsama Rahim

In-app purchases

None

Xtiva

No in-app purchases

None

Arab IPTV Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Xtiva free?
Xtiva is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Arab IPTV Player free?
Arab IPTV Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Xtiva or Arab IPTV Player have ads?
Neither Xtiva nor Arab IPTV Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Xtiva or Arab IPTV Player?
Xtiva ships an update every 6 days, and Arab IPTV Player daily. Most recently, Xtiva was updated on November 6, 2026 and Arab IPTV Player on October 31, 2026.

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