# IPTV vs streaming apps

URL: https://blog.vikingiptvofficial.com/iptv-vs-streaming-apps/

> The difference between IPTV and streaming services like Netflix, Hulu Live and YouTube TV: live channels, sport, price and devices.

Streaming apps and IPTV overlap but are not the same. On-demand services let you pick a title. IPTV gives you live channels on a schedule, which is what you need for news and sport.

Main content | Live channels | Libraries | Live national channels | 
Countries | Many | Varies | Usually one country | 
Sport | Wide coverage | Limited | National rights | 
Devices | Most | Most | Most | 
Location | Works abroad | Libraries vary by country | Home location checks | 

## Many people combine them

A typical setup: IPTV for live channels and sport, one on-demand app for a favourite show. Viking IPTV focuses on live channels from the USA, Canada, Europe and the MENA region.

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## Questions and answers

**Is IPTV the same as YouTube TV?**

Both offer live channels over the internet; YouTube TV is limited to one country and has location checks.

**Can I use IPTV and Netflix together?**

Yes, many households do.

**Which is better for sport?**

IPTV usually covers more leagues and countries.

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