UHF IPTV Review 2026: The Apple Player Many Swear By

Last checked 10/21/2026 against the US App Store listing. Prices and availability are set by the developer and can change.

Verdict

UHF is one of the best IPTV players for Apple devices, and its free version is genuinely usable: a touch-friendly TV guide and catch-up cost nothing. PRO adds extras for $1.99 a month, $17.99 a year or $49.99 once. It runs on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, M1+ Macs and Vision Pro, but not on Android.

Specs

Spec	UHF – Love your IPTV
Developer	Short Wavelength Applications SL
Devices	iPhone (iOS 16+), iPad, Apple TV (tvOS 17+), Mac with M1 or later, Apple Vision
Sources	Xtream Codes, M3U8, plus Plex, Jellyfin and Emby
TV guide	Yes, in the free version
Catch-up	Yes, in the free version
Recording	Through the free UHF Server app on a Mac, Windows or Linux computer
Price	Free; PRO $1.99/month, $17.99/year or $49.99 lifetime (US App Store)

On the phone

The guide is built for thumbs: swipe through channels, tap a program, jump back with catch-up. Sign-in with Xtream Codes takes three fields. If you also own an Apple TV, the same app there gives you the cable-box feeling on the big screen.

Pros and cons

Who should pick UHF

Households that are all Apple. If someone in the family uses Android or a Samsung TV, pick an app that runs everywhere, such as Axon Player. Torn between UHF and IPTVX? See UHF vs IPTVX.

UHF questions

Is UHF free?

Yes. The core app, including the guide and catch-up, is free. PRO is an optional in-app purchase.

Is UHF on Android?

No. It is available for Apple devices only.

Does UHF include channels?

No. It plays the playlist or Xtream login you add from your service.

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