Feature and price comparison
IPTV Player Zero vs Nightmare TV, TiviMate, Smarters and MyIPTV
Desktop IPTV features. One $12.99 lifetime option.
Compare IPTV Player Zero with Nightmare TV, TiviMate, IPTV Smarters Pro and MyIPTV Player using their published features and prices.
Direct answer
Which compared IPTV player covers Windows, macOS, M3U, Xtream and Stalker?
Based on the official sources reviewed on 12 August 2026, IPTV Player Zero is the only compared product documented as a stable, dedicated IPTV player on both Windows and macOS with M3U, Xtream and Stalker support. Direct Lifetime PRO costs $12.99 for one desktop device.Sources:[1][3][4][6][7][8]
IPTV Player Zero and Nightmare TV pricing
IPTV Player Zero
$12.99
Lifetime PRO
No subscription
72-hour PRO trial
One desktop device
Nightmare TV
$39
Lifetime
Or $5.99 per month
14-day trial
$39 lifetime covers one device; monthly covers three
IPTV Player Zero is $26.01 less for a one-device lifetime licence.
The short version
The features that set IPTV Player Zero apart
The highlighted column is IPTV Player Zero. “Not listed” means the reviewed official source did not confirm that feature. Citation numbers match the official source list below.
| IPTV Player Zero | Nightmare TV | TiviMate | IPTV Smarters Pro | MyIPTV Player | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows + macOS IPTV appA dedicated desktop IPTV product on both systems | Yes Stable on bothSources:[1][2][3] | Mac beta Sources:[4] | Android TV Sources:[6] | Desktop beta Sources:[7] | Windows, no Mac Sources:[8] |
| M3U + Xtream + StalkerAll three common IPTV connection types | All three Sources:[1][3] | M3U + Xtream Sources:[4] | All three Sources:[6] | M3U listed Sources:[7] | M3U + Xtream Sources:[8] |
| EPG scheduled recordingSchedule live programmes from guide data | Yes App stays runningSources:[1][3] | Windows Mac unverifiedSources:[4][5] | Recording listed Sources:[6] | Not listed Sources:[7] | Stream saving Sources:[8] |
| VOD downloadsSave supported movies or series for offline playback | Yes Windows + MacSources:[1][3] | Movie listed Mac scope unclearSources:[4] | Not listed Sources:[6] | Not listed Sources:[7] | Windows only Sources:[8] |
| Up to 14-day catch-upGuide history where the provider supports it | Up to 14 days Sources:[3] | Planned Sources:[4] | Catch-up Range not listedSources:[6] | Not listed Sources:[7] | Xtream Range not listedSources:[8] |
| VOD version pickerChoose provider, language, audio and quality variants | Yes Sources:[3] | Not listed Sources:[4] | Not listed Sources:[6] | Not listed Sources:[7] | Not listed Sources:[8] |
| Channel version groupingGroup 4K, FHD, HD, SD and codec variants | Yes Sources:[3] | Not listed Sources:[4] | Not listed Sources:[6] | Not listed Sources:[7] | Not listed Sources:[8] |
| Built-in Sports HubSoccer, Formula 1 and international football tracking | Yes Sources:[3] | Not listed Sources:[4] | Not listed Sources:[6] | Not listed Sources:[7] | Not listed Sources:[8] |
| Published price modelDirect price shown where available; store and regional prices can vary | $12.99 Direct, one deviceSources:[1] | $39 lifetime $5.99/mo, 3 devicesSources:[4] | Paid upgrade Sources:[6] | Free + Premium Sources:[7] | Free + IAP Sources:[8] |
Choose by platform and priorities
Which IPTV player is the best fit?
Every option has a different platform focus. These short recommendations use the same published evidence as the matrix.
IPTV Player Zero
Best fit for Windows and macOS users who want M3U, Xtream and Stalker support, scheduled recording, VOD downloads and a $12.99 direct lifetime option in one desktop app.
Nightmare TV
Best fit for Windows and Android TV users who want documented HDR tone mapping, audio passthrough, scheduled DVR and four-stream multiview.
TiviMate
Best fit for Android TV users who want remote-first navigation, multiple playlists, catch-up, recording and multiview.
IPTV Smarters Pro
Best fit for users who want one player family across mobile, TV, web and beta Windows and macOS apps.
MyIPTV Player
Best fit for Windows and Xbox users who want M3U or Xtream playback, EPG, Xtream catch-up and VOD downloads.
Disclosure: Built By Board Ltd publishes this comparison and develops IPTV Player Zero. The page is published under the IPTV Player Zero Team editorial identity. Daniel Board is founder of iptv player zero. The matrix uses official product pages and first-party store listings reviewed on 12 August 2026. It compares documented features, not hands-on performance.
About the founder: Daniel Board founded IPTV Player Zero in the UK to build a comprehensive Windows and macOS IPTV player with the organised experience commonly found on Android TV.
Method: We matched each claim to the numbered source shown in its table cell. Full official links are available below. “Not listed” means the reviewed source did not confirm the feature. It does not prove that the feature is absent. Prices, versions and platform support can change after the review date.
Corrections: If an official source has changed or a cell is inaccurate, email hello@builtbyboard.com with the supporting link.
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Quick questions
How much is IPTV Player Zero Lifetime PRO?
IPTV Player Zero Lifetime PRO is a one-time $12.99 purchase for one desktop device. It is not a subscription.
How does that compare with Nightmare TV pricing?
Nightmare TV lists a $39 one-device lifetime plan or a $5.99 monthly plan covering three devices. Prices were reviewed on 12 August 2026 and can change.
Which player covers both Windows and macOS with all three source types?
IPTV Player Zero provides stable Windows and macOS desktop builds with M3U, Xtream Codes and Stalker or MAC Portal support.
Does not listed mean a competitor definitely lacks a feature?
No. It means the feature was not confirmed in the official sources reviewed on 12 August 2026.
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IPTV Player Zero for Windows
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