This tutorial shows how to install the Playberry App on Apple TV and iOS devices.

Playberry is a free IPTV player that launched in March 2022. The app allows users to load M3U playlists and stream IPTV through a clean interface with no advertisements.

Version 1.5.2 was released in December 2025 with continued bug fixes and improvements, showing the developer remains active with the project.

This app focuses on doing one thing well: playing your M3U playlists without any clutter or upsells. It doesn’t bombard you with subscription popups or watermarks, which is a refreshing change from most live TV players.

Playberry is available through the Apple App Store so it’s compatible with Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.

For those using Android TV/Google TV devices, you can install the Playberry app from the Google Play Store.

Below you will find a screenshot guide to install the Playberry app on our Apple TV 4K. After the installation tutorial we will show you how to setup this live TV player by inputting an IPTV playlist.

TROYPOINT Tip: We suggest reading our pros/cos of this app below the installation steps to determine if this is a good option for you.

How to Install Playberry App on Apple TV

1. Click the App Store from the home screen of your Apple TV 4K.

2. Click the search icon, type in ‘Playberry’ and select the result for Playberry with the purple and black icon.

3. Click ‘Get’ or the Download icon.

4. Wait for the app to install and click Open.

5. Launch the app and enter your M3U playlist URL. Then click Continue when finished.

TROYPOINT Tip: Here you will need to refer to your IPTV service and login credentials. Typically they will provide login information for M3Us in your welcome email.

6. Wait a minute for your playlist data to load and that’s it! You have successfully installed and setup the Playberry app on your Apple TV device.

7. Before streaming content within the Playberry app, we strongly recommend connecting to Surfshark VPN to hide your online activity and protect yourself from unverified IPTV developers.

See our VPN on Apple TV tutorial for more details and security tips.

Now continue below for our review and more details on the Playberry app.

Playberry App Categories & Details

Playberry organizes content based on the channel groups defined within your M3U playlist. Live channels and VOD content appear in their own sections depending on what your service delivers.

There is a simple dropdown to choose your preferred category.

Full screen mode also works great on this app!

Other notable features within the Playberry app include:

• No Ads – Completely ad-free experience with no popups or banners
• Remote Playlist Support – Load M3U playlists from a URL for easy access
• Full-Screen Viewing – Clean playback experience without overlays
• Live and VOD Streaming – Watch live channels and on-demand movies or series
• Fast M3U Parser – Quick playlist loading for large channel lists
• Built-In Player – Advanced player handles most popular video formats
• AirPlay Support – Mirror or cast content to your big screen from iOS devices
• Subtitle Support – External subtitle files can be loaded for playback
• Multi-Device Availability – Works on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro, and Android
• EPG Support – Display program schedules and current show info

Premium Version

Playberry does not currently offer a premium version or subscription plan. The app is completely free to download and use with no advertisements, no in-app purchases, and no feature restrictions.

This is very unusual among IPTV players, as most competitors lock features behind monthly or lifetime subscriptions. The developer appears to fund the project independently.

Playberry App Review

Playberry takes a minimalist approach to IPTV playback and here’s what our testing revealed.

What We Like

• 100% free with no ads, no in-app purchases, and no subscription required
• Works on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Android devices
• AirPlay mirroring and casting to send content from your phone to the big screen
• Supports both live TV and VOD (movies and series) streaming
• Fast M3U playlist parser for quick channel loading
• Built-in player handles most popular stream formats without extra apps
• No account creation required to start using the player
• Available in six languages (English, Arabic, French, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish)
• Privacy-friendly data practices (only collects diagnostics, not linked to identity)
• EPG support for viewing channel schedules and program listings

What We Don’t Like

• No Xtream Codes API support, limiting login options to M3U URLs only
• Playback errors reported when pausing and resuming shows or switching devices
• No Picture-in-Picture support despite repeated user requests
• Subtitle handling is poorly documented with limited language options on some content
• Multiple users report the app fails to stream over cellular data while WiFi works fine
• 3.6 star rating on Apple App Store suggests an inconsistent user experience
• Version update notes are vague (“Bugfixes and improvements” listed for every release)

App Store Reviews

Playberry holds a 3.6/5 star rating on the Apple App Store with 70 total ratings. On Google Play, the app scores 3.7/5 based on 92 reviews.

One Apple reviewer praised the developer’s “awesome improvements to the app over the last year” and noted the interface and search options are “way better than other apps.”

Negative reviews cite TV shows not playing while live TV and movies work fine. The mixed ratings reflect an app that performs well for basic M3U playback but struggles with VOD content for some users.

Is the Playberry App Safe to Use?

The best way to determine the safety of IPTV apps is by scanning them with a virus checker such as VirusTotal.

As you can see, the Playberry application is clean and free of malicious files.

However, users should still proceed with caution using protective measures such as a VPN which will encrypt your online connection and make you completely anonymous.

Final Thoughts from Troy

Playberry is the rare IPTV player that costs nothing and doesn’t annoy you with ads or upgrade prompts. The trade-off is fewer features compared to premium competitors, with no Xtream Codes support, no cross-device sync, and no metadata integration.

For cord-cutters who just want a simple, free M3U player on Apple TV without the hassle, Playberry gets the job done.

Have you tried using the Playberry app on your Apple TV device? We want to know your thoughts in the comments below!