Fred TV icon
Fred TV - Open Source IPTV icon

Frederic Lachapelle

For tech-savvy users seeking lightweight, customizable solutions for managing personal IPTV channel lists.

Known forFred TV
2apps4.8(33)Entertainment

Snapshot

Who is Frederic Lachapelle?

Providing a lightweight, open-source IPTV solution for users to aggregate and stream personal media content.

Target audience

Tech-savvy users seeking lightweightCustomizable solutions for managing personal IPTV channel lists

Active nemesis

Metaverse Labs

Other rivals

Portfolio

2
apps
Entertainment2

Last updated

Fred TV

v1.4.0

7mo ago

Maintenance

Publisher DNA

What defines Frederic Lachapelle?

Publisher DNA

Primary focus

Open-source media utility tools

Scale

indie

Target audience

Tech-savvy users seeking lightweight, customizable solutions for managing personal IPTV channel lists.

Signature Patterns

  • Open-source development model
  • Focus on performance optimization and low RAM usage
  • Paid pricing model for utility software
  • Support for standard M3U and Xtream source formats
Maintenance

Portfolio momentum

Released 2 updates in the last 6 months for their single active application.

Last release 113d agoActive apps 1

Portfolio

What does Frederic Lachapelle ship?

Apps

2 apps analysed

Fred TV icon
Fred TV

Open-source, fast, simple and powerful IPTV app

4.5(28)
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Single-market publisher, every app ships only to United States.

Based on 2 of 2 apps with localized market data · last scanned .

Americas (1)

  • United States2 / 2

Core markets (2/2 apps)

United States

Rivals

Who does Frederic Lachapelle compete with?

The rivals identified

Nemeses(1)

Metaverse Labs

known forIPTV Player - Smart Live TV

1 app4.4Entertainment

Both applications target the same user base by supporting M3U and Xtream code imports for personal IPTV channel management.

Contenders(10)

Andre Marinho

known forSmarters Pro IPTV Player

1 app4.5Entertainment

Both applications target users managing personal M3U and Xtream-code IPTV lists, creating direct competition for the same media-consumption audience.

Anhelina Buianivska

known forIPTV Smart Player Watch LiveTV

1 app4.1Entertainment

Both applications target users managing M3U and Xtream code playlists for IPTV streaming, creating direct competition for the same media consumption use case.

Animesh Sharma

known forGSE Smart IPTV Player Live TV

1 app4.5Entertainment

Both applications target users managing personal M3U and Xtream code playlists, creating direct competition for the same IPTV playback audience.

Byte9

known forVU IPTV PLAYER

1 app4.8Entertainment

Both applications target the same user base by providing interfaces for M3U and Xtream code streaming, creating direct competition for media consumption on mobile devices.

Lumos Labs

known forChillio IPTV Smart Player Pro

1 app4.6Entertainment

Both applications target users managing M3U playlists for IPTV streaming, creating direct competition for the same media consumption use case.

Luong Hoang

known forIPTV Player: play m3u playlist

1 app4.4Entertainment

Both applications target users managing M3U playlists for IPTV streaming, creating direct competition for the same media consumption use case.

Nguyen Van Sy

known forPerfect IPTV Player

1 app4.6Entertainment

Both applications target users needing M3U and Xtream code IPTV playback, creating direct competition for the same media management audience.

TOMODEV TECHNOLOGY JOINT STOCK COMPANY

known forIPTV Smart Player: Live TV

1 app5.0Entertainment

Both applications target users managing M3U and M3U8 playlists for live streaming, creating direct competition for the same media consumption use case.

TVGSOFT

known forIPTV Player: Xtream, M3U, EPG

1 app4.2Entertainment

Both applications target users managing personal M3U and Xtream IPTV playlists, creating direct competition for the same media consumption use case.

ZanApps

known forIPTV Player Live: M3U & Xtream

1 app4.9Entertainment

Both applications target users managing M3U and Xtream code playlists, creating direct competition for the same media consumption audience.

Same space(12)

Andres Ramirez

known forIPTV Pro Play List M3U

1 app4.7Entertainment

Targets the same IPTV user base but restricts live stream viewing to local WiFi networks for specific provider streams.

Bazimo

known forMega IPTV - m3u Player

1 app4.5Entertainment

Provides a subscription-based model for users needing advanced features like casting and offline video on demand.

Betasoft Mobile

known forSmart IPTV Player, Online TV

1 app4.6Entertainment

Offers a high-volume, simple interface for Android users to manage local and online playlists.

Dmitri Iasibis

known forIPTV Smart Player

1 app3.9Entertainment

Serves as a free, high-volume alternative for users who prioritize broad compatibility over the paid, lightweight focus of Fred TV.

Giovanny Aranda

known forCloud Stream IPTV Player

1 app4.7Entertainment

Operates on a freemium model that provides basic streaming for free while charging for advanced utility and casting.

HOLD-APPS - FZCO

known forIPTV Streamer Pro

1 app3.9Entertainment

Offers a cross-device experience that appeals to users invested in Apple hardware, contrasting with the independent focus of Fred TV.

Irfan Shah

known forIPTV Smarters Player: BigPlay

1 app4.9Entertainment

Targets users who want a native, fast experience on Apple devices with specific support for Xtream Codes.

Live TV

known forLive TV IPTV Stream

1 app4.6Entertainment

Focuses on mobile data management for users who want to stream television while traveling or in transit.

othman bou

known forSmartOne IPTV Player Xtream

1 app0.0Entertainment

Emphasizes speed and performance with a modern interface for users who prefer a premium viewing experience.

Purple Smart TV

known forPurple Easy - IPTV Player

1 app0.0Entertainment

Acts as a basic, utility-focused player for users who need to stream from various network sources like NAS or security cameras.

Romain Gyh

known forZen IPTV Player

1 app4.3Entertainment

Positions itself as a premium-feeling interface for users who want advanced visual features like picture-in-picture and 4K support.

Soufiane Benabid

known forMobdro Live TV IPTV HD Player

1 app4.4Entertainment

Provides a simple, free streaming interface for users who prioritize basic functionality and high resolution.

New entrants(2)

Mohammed Bendaoud

known forViziona - IPTV Player

1 app5.0Entertainment

Focuses on a modern, organized experience for users who want to manage their own M3U or Xtream Codes subscriptions.

Yatri Cafe & Restaurant

known forIPTV: Smart Stream & Live

1 app4.4Entertainment

Prioritizes a clean, lightweight interface for users who want to organize and manage unlimited playlists.

The Analyst's Read

The bottom line on Frederic Lachapelle

Bottom line

This is a single-product indie developer focused on the niche IPTV utility market. Their value proposition rests entirely on technical efficiency and open-source transparency rather than content scale.

Frequently asked questions

How many apps does Frederic Lachapelle publish?
Frederic Lachapelle has 2 apps tracked by Marlvel, primarily in the Entertainment category.
What kind of apps does Frederic Lachapelle make?
Frederic Lachapelle's portfolio is concentrated in Entertainment, with an average rating of 4.8/5 across rated apps.
What is Frederic Lachapelle's top app?
By review volume across the portfolio, Fred TV is Frederic Lachapelle's best-known app tracked by Marlvel.
In how many countries are Frederic Lachapelle's apps available?
Marlvel has tracked Frederic Lachapelle's apps across 1 country.

What fed this analysis

Apps analyzed:
1
With full intel:
0
With overview:
1
Website scraped:
yes
Social presence:
no

Disclosure: Independent intel to help mobile builders succeed.

AI-powered analysis with automated quality gates, built from publicly available sources. Marlvel.ai is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Frederic Lachapelle, its developer, the app publisher, Apple, or Google Play. All trademarks, logos, and screenshots referenced remain the property of their respective owners.

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Marlvel.ai. “Frederic Lachapelle intelligence.” Updated 2026-05-08. https://marlvel.ai/publishers/frederic-lachapelle

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