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# IPTV on iPhone and iPad: apps and setup

The App Store has a good selection of IPTV players for iPhone and iPad, many of which sync with Apple TV. Here is how to choose one, add your login and send the picture to your TV with AirPlay.

- Updated 11 November 2026
- 2 min read

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**On this page**

1. IPTV apps for iPhone and iPad
2. Adding your IPTV login
3. AirPlay and picture-in-picture
4. Mobile data and battery
5. Frequently asked questions

## IPTV apps for iPhone and iPad

Search the App Store for "IPTV player". Popular choices include **GSE Smart IPTV**, **iPlayTV**, **IPTVX** and **UHF**, plus **VLC**, which can open an M3U link as a network stream. Many have an Apple TV version and sync playlists through iCloud. App stores change often, so treat app names as examples and check the store on your own device.

Look for recent updates, support for both Xtream Codes and M3U, and a clear privacy label in the App Store listing.

## Adding your IPTV login

1. Install the app from the App Store and open it.
2. Choose **Add playlist** or **Add account**, then **Xtream Codes** or **M3U URL**.
3. Paste the details from our WhatsApp message: copying and pasting avoids typos.
4. Add the EPG link if the app asks for one. See [EPG setup](https://streampulsetv.co.uk/iptv-setup/epg-guide/).
5. Allow the app to load channels, then mark your favourites.

## AirPlay and picture-in-picture

**AirPlay** sends video from your iPhone or iPad to an Apple TV or an AirPlay-compatible TV. Tap the AirPlay icon in the player, or use Screen Mirroring from Control Centre if the app does not support AirPlay directly.

**Picture-in-picture** lets you keep a channel playing in a corner while you use other apps, if the player supports it. For everyday TV viewing, a native app on [Apple TV](https://streampulsetv.co.uk/iptv-devices/apple-tv/) gives a smoother result than mirroring.

## Mobile data and battery

- Stream on Wi-Fi where you can; HD uses around 1.5 to 3 GB an hour.
- Lower the stream quality in the app when using mobile data.
- Streaming is demanding on battery: lower screen brightness or keep the phone charging for long sessions.

## Frequently asked questions

**What is the best IPTV app for iPhone?**

GSE Smart IPTV, iPlayTV, IPTVX and UHF are popular, and VLC is a free option for M3U links. Choose one with recent updates that supports your login type.

**Can I use IPTV Smarters on iPhone?**

Smarters has offered an app for Apple devices, but availability in the UK App Store has varied. If you cannot find it, the alternatives above work with the same login details.

**How do I get IPTV from my iPhone to my TV?**

Use AirPlay to an Apple TV or AirPlay-compatible TV, or install a player directly on a TV device for a smoother experience.

Updated 11 November 2026 · Written by the StreamPulse TV editorial team

## Related reading

- Devices [IPTV on Apple TV: apps, setup and picture settings](https://streampulsetv.co.uk/iptv-devices/apple-tv/)
- Devices [IPTV on Android phones and tablets](https://streampulsetv.co.uk/iptv-devices/android-phone/)
- Installation [IPTV player apps compared: which one should you use?](https://streampulsetv.co.uk/iptv-setup/iptv-player-apps/)
- Installation [M3U playlists explained: how IPTV uses them](https://streampulsetv.co.uk/iptv-setup/m3u-playlist/)
- Blog [How to protect your privacy when streaming](https://streampulsetv.co.uk/blog/protect-your-privacy-when-streaming/)

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