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iMPlayer TV vs IPTV Smart Player: Comparison

Key differences at a glance ↓Sources, date and limitations

A direct comparison of iMPlayer TV and IPTV Smart Player: find out which app fits your device, playlist and daily use. First check the supported platform, then the access method, and then convenience features and price. The details below come from the linked product descriptions; they are not based on our own playback tests.

TELOS is our own app and appears first as our recommendation. This is a clearly disclosed product placement, not an independent test win. Store ratings are shown separately using their actual values.

Key differences at a glance

Criteria	iMPlayer TV IPTV Player	IPTV Smart Player
Devices and requirements	Android TV / large screens through the Google Play listing for the TV package The official website also lists Apple TV, iPhone, iPad and Android phones/tablets for the iMPlayer product family; this does not establish that the identified TV package is the same app on every platform.	iPhone (App Store listing; iOS 16.6 or later) Mac with Apple silicon is listed as compatible, but not verified for macOS Android listing for supplied Play ID: unknown/unverified
Playlists and access methods	M3U and JSON playlists according to the official product website; Xtream is not explicitly confirmed in the reviewed TV store details.	M3U playlists XSPF playlists Supported playlist import details beyond these: unknown
Documented features	Live TV and VOD EPG Catch-up and local timeshift Recording and downloads when supported by the playlist and source Customizable interface and cloud management according to the product website	Live TV and video on demand EPG Multi-screen and picture-in-picture Favorites Parental controls Chromecast and AirPlay support stated by the listing Optional premium unlocks ad-free use, unlimited playlist management and advanced EPG
Download, trial and purchase terms	Google Play lists in-app purchases. The official website currently describes a 24-hour trial after registration, Premium at $20 per year or $35 for lifetime, and additional devices at $7 per device. Recheck the offer and device plan before buying.	The US App Store listing shows a free download and optional in-app purchases, including Player PRO subscriptions and a free trial. Prices and terms vary by storefront and may change; verify them in the user's store. Android pricing was not verified.
Store rating in the available export	4.2/5 from 5,638 store ratings	4.5/5 from 98 store ratings

Store ratings are feedback from store users, not our own device tests. The number of store ratings is not the number of review texts we classified. A new export does not prove that every review was fetched again.

How to choose for your device

Before installing, decide what you actually need: an M3U link or Xtream access, remote control or touch input, EPG and the convenience features you care about. A feature in a store description may not be available on every platform. An undocumented feature is not necessarily unsupported by the app.

Who is iMPlayer TV for?

The TV app meant here is the HzApps Google Play listing with package com.myiptvonline.implayer. It may suit Android TV users comparing EPG, VOD and, depending on the source, catch-up or recording. The official website lists M3U and JSON playlists. Do not confuse this listing with the separate mobile app.

When is iMPlayer TV a good fit?

Consider iMPlayer TV if you want an Android TV player with the listed EPG and VOD features and optional catch-up or recording. The website describes a trial after registration and annual and lifetime plans, which may depend on the number of devices. Compare the price and plan before buying. Ratings and developer claims are not a substitute for testing your own playlist on your device.

iMPlayer TV: See features and setup →

Who is IPTV Smart Player for?

This player may interest you if you want to add an M3U or XSPF playlist on iPhone and use EPG, favorites or parental controls. The store description also lists multi-screen, picture-in-picture, Chromecast and AirPlay. These are provider claims, not results of our own test; availability may depend on device and version. The App Store entry lists iPhone and iOS 16.6 or later. It also lists Mac compatibility with Apple silicon while stating that the app is not verified for macOS. Android features cannot be confirmed from the available store evidence.

When is IPTV Smart Player a good fit?

It may fit if your source is M3U or XSPF and you want the listed convenience features on a supported Apple device. If you need an Android player, first verify that the Play Store listing really matches the app ID in your comparison; that match could not be checked through the official page here. Also check trial and purchase terms directly in the store. Your playlist, actual device and available features matter more than similar app names or user ratings.

IPTV Smart Player: See features and setup →

Setting up iMPlayer TV: what to check first

Open the Google Play listing and verify the title, publisher and package identifier. Alternatively, the official product website links to the TV installation route. Add your own playlist using the documented method and first check whether your source supports features such as catch-up or downloads. The website describes M3U and JSON playlists; Xtream was not explicitly confirmed in the reviewed TV information.

Setting up IPTV Smart Player: what to check first

Install only the listing with the matching app ID, and check the seller and store before adding a playlist. Add an M3U or XSPF playlist and use only a source you are authorized to access. If you need EPG or premium features, check the current store for the exact version and terms. The store description mentions multiple import methods but gives no exact sequence, so this profile does not claim specific menus or setup steps. Do not share playlist URLs or credentials publicly.

Match the exact app ID and official developer; do not conflate similarly named apps.
Check your device, operating system and the input format used by your source.
Using a source you are authorized to access, test live TV, EPG and the features you need on the actual device.
Before buying, read the trial, renewal, device limits and in-app purchase terms in your country’s store.

An IPTV player is playback software. This comparison does not include a channel package or access to films. You provide your own source and the rights to use it. Do not post playlist URLs containing credentials in the forum.

Frequently asked questions

Does iMPlayer TV or IPTV Smart Player include TV channels?

This comparison covers player software. Content and usage rights come from your own source; installing a player does not buy a channel package.

Which player is better: iMPlayer TV or IPTV Smart Player?

The right choice depends on your device, playlist format and required features. Compare the documented details for both apps and check unclear points with the developer. A high store rating does not guarantee that a feature works on your device.

How current is the information about iMPlayer TV and IPTV Smart Player?

The product research date and store export date appear with the sources. Store prices, features and device availability can change, so we also link to the official listing for your device and country.

Why is TELOS shown first?

TELOS belongs to this website’s operator and is shown first as our own recommendation. This is not a neutral test ranking. Published store ratings are not changed to create this placement.

Sources, date and limitations

Product information checked: 2026-10-23. Store export: 2026-10-23.

App names can be similar. The linked app IDs and publishers identify each player. Prices, features and device availability can change by country and version. Check the current listing for your device before buying or entering credentials.

iMPlayer TV IPTV Player

Google Play describes the TV package only generally; detailed formats and feature conditions partly come from the iMPlayer family website. Xtream was not explicitly confirmed in the reviewed sources. Catch-up, downloads and recording depend on the playlist and source. The mobile app has a different package ID. No content is included; prices and device plans can change.

Official source 1: iMPlayer TV — Exact title, publisher HzApps, TV app package ID, large-screen device class, in-app purchases and developer website link.
Official source 2: iMPlayer TV — Official product family and platform overview, M3U/JSON playlists, Live TV/VOD, EPG, catch-up, recording, downloads subject to source conditions, cloud management, trial period and published price/device plan.
Official source 3: iMPlayer TV — Distinguishes the separate iMPlayer Mobile app (different store name and package); not used as platform evidence for the TV package.

IPTV Smart Player

Only publisher/store information was reviewed; no installation or device testing was performed. The official Play listing for the ID in the fact record was inaccessible during this check, so Android, its publisher and its features remain unverified. US store prices vary by region and over time.

Official source 1: IPTV Smart Player — Exact Apple app ID and title, seller, iPhone compatibility and iOS minimum, M3U/XSPF, listed features, premium model and trial.
Official source 2: IPTV Smart Player — Official Play URL for the supplied ID; page was inaccessible to this check, so no identity or feature claims verified.

Playlist and playback tools

Check a playlist with the M3U checker without sharing private credentials, plan bandwidth for your devices, and use the platform guides for setup. A format check is not a playback test or a check of your usage rights.

iMPlayer TV vs IPTV Smart Player: Comparison

Key differences at a glance