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IPTV app · review updated 13 October 2026
Purple Player review 2026: IPTV on iPhone and Apple TV
Purple Playlist Player, usually called Purple Player, plays IPTV on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV.
PriceFree, premium US$14.99 per yearby Purple Smart TV LLC
Where to download Fair
Purple Playlist PlayerPurple Smart TV LLC
Runs on
- Apple TV
- iOS
6.5
6.5Fair
Our verdict
Purple Player: fair
Purple Playlist Player is an IPTV app for iPhone, iPad and Apple TV with a TV guide, catch-up and on-demand video. The basics are free, while recording sits behind a paid upgrade. It is a reasonable choice on Apple devices, though it is not the strongest one.
Purple Player is only a player: to watch TV you still need an IPTV subscription. Compare the providers in Best IPTV 2026.
PlatformsiPhone, iPad, Apple TV
Catch-upReplay past programmes
RecordingPaid upgrade only
LifetimeOne payment of $49.99
Score by category
How Purple Player scores on the five points we rate every app on. How we rate.
6.5Fair
Pros
- One app for iPhone, iPad and Apple TV
- A help centre from the developer
- Log in with Xtream Codes or an M3U link
- Built-in TV guide (EPG)
- Catch-up from the TV guide
Cons
- Recording only comes with the paid upgrade
- Only runs on iOS and Apple TV
Screenshots
What Purple Player looks like
- Purple Player main menu with live TV, TV guide, films, series and catch-up
Film overview by category in Purple Player on an iPad
You sign in with an Xtream login or an M3U playlist. The main menu offers live TV, a TV guide, films, series and catch-up. The app is free to download, and a paid upgrade unlocks more, including recording. The developer is Purple Smart TV LLC, and a help centre covers setup.
What is free and what costs extra
Purple Player is free to download. The paid upgrade costs $14.99 a year or $49.99 as a one-off purchase, and prices are in US dollars on the App Store.
Recording is one of the features tied to the paid version. If you only want live TV and catch-up, check what the free version covers in the store listing before you pay.
Using it on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV
The same app runs on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV. The screenshots show a main menu with live TV, TV guide, films, series and catch-up, and a film overview by category on an iPad.
That makes it handy if you watch on a tablet in the evening and on a TV at home. It does not cover Android, Windows or smart TVs.
Features
What can Purple Player do?
Purple Player runs on iOS and Apple TV. You download the app from App Store.
- Xtream Codes
- M3U link
- MAC / Stalker
- TV guide (EPG)
- Catch-up
- Recordingpremium
- Multiview
- Parental lock
- Films and series
| General | |
|---|---|
| Developer | Purple Smart TV LLC |
| Platforms | iOS, Apple TV |
| Price | Free, premium US$14.99 per year |
| Download | App Store |
| Logging in | |
| Xtream Codes | Yes |
| M3U link | Yes |
| MAC / Stalker | Not mentioned by the developer |
| Features | |
| TV guide (EPG) | Yes |
| Catch-up | Yes |
| Recording | Premium only |
| Multiview | Not mentioned by the developer |
| Parental lock | Not mentioned by the developer |
| Films and series | Yes |
Installing
How to install Purple Player on an iPhone or iPad
- Open App Store on your device and search for "Purple Player".
- Install the app and open it.
- Add your subscription: choose Xtream Codes (server, username and password) or an M3U link and enter the details from your IPTV provider.
- Want recording? That's in the paid version of Purple Player.
- Wait for the channels and the TV guide to load; with a large playlist the first time takes a while.
Download
Where do you download Purple Player?
Official sources only. What it costs: Free, premium US$14.99 per year. Beware of fake apps with almost the same name and icon.
Prices
- US$14.99 per year
- US$49.99 lifetime
- App StoreiPhone and iPad · Apple TVFree downloadGo to App Store (opens in a new window) Purple Playlist Player
Prices and stores checked on 1 November 2026. Prices can vary by country and currency; the developer always has the current price.
Choose this app if…
you use Apple devices and want one app for phone, tablet and Apple TV.
Skip it if…
you need the strongest Apple player or other platforms; choose IPTV Smarters Pro or iMPlayer instead.
TV boxes
TV boxes that run Purple Player
These boxes from our TV box comparison run Purple Player. Click for the full review.
Genova TV
Watching Genova TV in Purple Player
Genova TV works in Purple Player. Try it for free first: you get trial details via WhatsApp and we help you with the installation step by step.
- 45,000+ channels, including 4K
- Works in Purple Player
- Installation help via WhatsApp
- Free trial, no payment
Alternatives
Alternatives to Purple Player
Installing
Guides for Purple Player
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Purple Player
Is Purple Player free?
You can download it for free. The paid upgrade costs $14.99 a year or $49.99 once, and recording needs the paid version.
What is the difference between Purple Player and Purple Playlist Player?
They are the same app. Purple Playlist Player is the full name in the App Store, and Purple Player is the shorter name people use.
Does Purple Player support Xtream Codes?
Yes, you can sign in with an Xtream login or an M3U playlist.
Which devices does Purple Player work on?
Purple Player runs on iOS and Apple TV. You download the app from App Store.
How much does Purple Player cost?
The basic version of Purple Player is free. Premium costs US$14.99 per year.
Does my Genova TV subscription work in Purple Player?
Yes. You log in with Xtream Codes or an M3U link. We help you set it up on WhatsApp.
Sources
Prices and stores checked on 13 October 2026. Icon and screenshots: Purple Smart TV LLC, via App Store.
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