---
schema_type: "SoftwareApplication"
entity_type: "Mobile Application"
app_name: "Fred TV"
developer_entity: "Frederic Lachapelle"
bundle_id: "dev.fredol.open_tv"
app_store_id: "6742751800"
category: "Entertainment"
primary_platform: "ios"
primary_monetization: "Paid"
offline_capable: false
market_region: "US"
platforms: "iOS & Android"
app_last_updated: "2026-01-15"
report_date: "2026-05-19"
last_verified: "2026-05-19T14:44:19.638Z"
report_version: "1.4.1 (11)"
total_reviews: 33
overall_rating: 4.61
confidence: "low"
confidence_score: 0.25
data_age_days: 43
momentum_velocity: "steady"
intelligence_version: 3
tags: ["entertainment", "paid", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "users", "seeking", "lightweight,"]
canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/dev-fredol-open_tv"
license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0"
content_version: "v2"
---

# Fred TV App Audit

## TL;DR {#tldr}

- **Category**: Entertainment · Paid
- **Signal**: Rating 4.61

> **TL;DR:** Fred TV is a entertainment app by Frederic Lachapelle, rated 4.61/5 by 33 users, available on iOS & Android.
>
> **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence.

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> **Key Insight:** Fred TV is a entertainment app by Frederic Lachapelle.
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## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Rating** | 4.61/5 (33 reviews) |
| **Category** | Entertainment |
| **Developer** | Frederic Lachapelle |
| **Pricing** | Paid |
| **Platforms** | iOS & Android |
| **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) |
| **Data Age** | 0d |

## Metadata & Market Performance
- **Publisher:** Frederic Lachapelle
- **Category:** Entertainment
- **Target Audience:** Users seeking a lightweight, open-source solution for managing and streaming personal IPTV channel lists.
- **Platforms:** iOS & Android
- **Version Audited:** 1.4.1 (11)
- **Audit Date:** 2026-05-19
- **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed
- **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0)
- **App Store ID (iOS):** 6742751800
- **Bundle ID:** dev.fredol.open_tv
- **Google Play ID:** dev.fredol.open_tv
- **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-19
- **Short Description:** Open-source, fast, simple and powerful IPTV app

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## Executive Snapshot
Fred TV is an open-source IPTV player designed for users to stream content via M3U files, M3U links, or Xtream codes. The application prioritizes performance through low RAM usage and rapid search functionality, positioning itself as a lightweight alternative for media consumption.
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## App DNA (Features & Intent)
- **[Standard] Multi-Source Integration:** Supports importing IPTV channels through M3U files, M3U links, and Xtream codes.
- **[Standard] Performance Optimization:** Engineered for low RAM usage and high-speed navigation with instant search capabilities.
  * *User Intent:* Users want to quickly find relevant content or features.
- **[Standard] Source Management:** Allows users to manually refresh channel sources and organize content using a favorites system.
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## Monetization Strategy
- **Model:** Paid
- **Price:** iOS: $3.99 | Android: $3.49

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## App Momentum (Steady) {#momentum}

Last updated 123d ago. 5 versions tracked.

> **Cadence:** 5 total versions · 0 majors in last 6 months · 123 days since last update

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## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what}

Fred TV is an established entertainment app that is a paid app.
With a 4.61/5 rating from 33 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

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> **Bottom Line:** Fred TV is a performance-focused, open-source IPTV client that emphasizes simplicity and resource efficiency.
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**Best for:** Users seeking a lightweight, open-source solution for managing and streaming personal IPTV channel lists.

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## Key Metrics Summary

| Metric | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| Overall Rating | 4.61/5 |
| Total Reviews | 33 |
| Confidence | Low |
| Pricing Model | Paid |
| Platforms | iOS & Android |
| Key Features | 3 analyzed |
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## Competitor Comparison

| App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Fred TV** (this app) | 4.61/5 | N/A | Frederic Lachapelle |
| [BESTPLAY Play to earn & donate](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/bestplay-play-to-earn-donate) | 4.7/5 | N/A | Bestplay |
| [JustPlay: Earn Loyalty Rewards](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/justplay-earn-loyalty-rewards) | 4.7/5 | N/A | Gimica GmbH |
| [JustPlay: Earn Money or Donate](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/justplay-earn-money-or-donate) | 4.4/5 | Excited | JustPlay GmbH |
| [TikTok - Videos, Shop & LIVE](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/tiktok-videos-shop-live) | 4.4/5 | Frustrated | TikTok Ltd. |
| [Leprecam](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/leprecam) | 4.2/5 | N/A | Asinine Games Inc |

## Company Profile
- **Developer:** Frederic Lachapelle
- **Website:** [https://github.com/Fredolx/open-tv-mobile](https://github.com/Fredolx/open-tv-mobile)

## Data Sources & Links
- **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fred-tv-open-source-iptv/id6742751800?uo=4)
- **Google Play:** [View on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.fredol.open_tv)
- **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://github.com/Fredolx/open-tv-mobile)
- **Sources:** App store metadata, User reviews.

## Related Intel Reports
- [*BESTPLAY Play to earn & donate*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/bestplay-play-to-earn-donate) (Bestplay) — 4.7/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*JustPlay: Earn Loyalty Rewards*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/justplay-earn-loyalty-rewards) (Gimica GmbH) — 4.7/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*JustPlay: Earn Money or Donate*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/justplay-earn-money-or-donate) (JustPlay GmbH) — 4.4/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment
- [*TikTok - Videos, Shop & LIVE*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/tiktok-videos-shop-live) (TikTok Ltd.) — 4.4/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*Leprecam*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/leprecam) (Asinine Games Inc) — 4.2/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*My Row Counter, Knit & Crochet*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/my-row-counter-knit-crochet) (AnnapurnApp Technologies UG haftungsbeschrankt) — 4.8/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/com-budgestudios-barbiedreamhouse) (Budge Studios) — 4.3/5 Rating | Negative Sentiment
- [*New Zealand Radios*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/new-zealand-radios) (User One Studio) — N/A Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Pixel Photo – Sandbox Coloring*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/pixel-photo-sandbox-coloring) (Bonifacio Melero) — 2.8/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment
- [*Singapore Radio*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/entertainment/singapore-radio) (User One Studio) — N/A Rating | N/A Sentiment

## Methodology {#methodology}

This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline:

1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps.
2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks.
3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting.
4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category.
5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights.

- **Confidence Score:** 0.25/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality)
- **Reviews Analyzed:** 5
- **Data Sources:** user reviews, App Store metadata
- **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform
- **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence.
- **Report Age:** 0 days since last refresh

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