Loops IPTV vs Philo
In-depth comparison of Loops IPTV and Philo across pricing, channels, 4K, device support, and editorial scores.
Last updated May 5, 2026 · By IPTVForum Editorial Team
Loops IPTV
The Canadian and Québec-focused IPTV service that treats Francophone viewers as the main audience.
Philo
The cheapest legitimate live TV service in the U.S. — if you can live without sports and locals.
Editorial Verdict
Our pick: Loops IPTV
Our pick is Loops IPTV — it scores 8.6/10 versus 8.5/10, a 0.1-point edge, and leads in 4 of 6 categories.
Loops IPTV vs Philo head-to-head
Our pick is Loops IPTV — it scores 8.6/10 versus 8.5/10, a 0.1-point edge, and leads in 4 of 6 categories. Loops IPTV carries 16,930 more live channels.
| Metric | Loops IPTV | Philo |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest monthly | $7.92 | $28.00 |
| Live channels | 17,000+ | 70+ |
| VOD titles | 42,000+ | 60,000+ |
| Free trial | 24h | 168h |
| Max resolution | 4K | FHD |
| Max connections | 1 | 3 |
| Refund policy | 7 days | No |
Quick verdict — Loops IPTV vs Philo
In a head-to-head test of Loops IPTV vs Philo across pricing, channel volume, 4K output, free trial availability, refund policy, and editor scoring, Loops IPTV comes out ahead with a 8.6/10 editor score versus 8.5/10, a 0.1-point edge, while leading in 4 of 6 categories. Pricing differs by $20.08/month — roughly $241.00 over a 12-month subscription. Loops IPTV carries the larger channel catalog at 17,000+ live streams, a 16,930-channel lead. On price alone, Loops IPTV is the more affordable option, but per-feature value depends on whether you actually use the included extras.
Key differences at a glance
- Loops IPTV undercuts the other by $20.08/month — about $241.00 cheaper over a year
- Loops IPTV offers 16,930 more live channels (17,000+ vs 70+)
- Loops IPTV delivers 4K streaming; Philo caps at FHD
- Loops IPTV offers a 7-day money-back guarantee
- Philo ships a 18K-title larger on-demand library
- Positioning split: Loops IPTV sits in the mid tier, Philo in the budget tier
- Catch-up windows differ — Loops IPTV: 48h, Philo: 720h
Side-by-side site preview
Real homepage captures from our two-week 2026 review.
All plans compared
Loops IPTV 4 plans · Philo 1 plan — sorted by length.
| Plan | Total | / month |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | $12.99 | $12.99 |
| 3 Months | $32.00 | $10.67 |
| 6 MonthsBest | $55.00 | $9.17 |
| 12 Months | $95.00 | $7.92 |
✓ 24-hour free trial available
↺ 7-day money-back guarantee
| Plan | Total | / month |
|---|---|---|
| StandardBest | $28.00 | $28.00 |
✓ 168-hour free trial available
Who should pick which?
Pick Loops IPTV if you québec and french-canadian households, or francophone expats in europe and north america. Its strongest area in our scorecard is pricing at 8.7/10, and at $7.92/month on the longest plan it comes in cheaper than Philo. The 24-hour free trial means you can validate channel availability on your own hardware before committing.
Pick Philo if you cord-cutters who only watch lifestyle and reality tv, or budget-conscious households under $30/month. Its top-rated category is pricing at 9.8/10, and at $28.00/month it asks a small premium over Loops IPTV. Their 168-hour trial is the safer first step.
What both services share
Common ground worth noting before you decide.
Features
- 7-day EPG
- catch-up TV
- multi-screen support
- anti-freeze technology
- VOD library
- free trial
Devices
Amazon Firestick, Smart TV, iOS, Android
Payments
Credit Card, PayPal
Loops IPTV vs Philo — Side-by-side
| Specification | Loops IPTV | Philo | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Editor Score | 8.6 / 10 | 8.5 / 10 | Loops IPTV |
| Live Channels | 17,000+ | 70+ | Loops IPTV |
| VOD Library | 42,000+ | 60,000+ | Philo |
| From / month | $7.92 | $28.00 | Loops IPTV |
| Free trial | 24h | 168h | Tie |
| 4K available | Yes | No | Loops IPTV |
| Tier | mid | budget | Tie |
| Refund policy | 7 days | — | Tie |
| Catch-up TV | 48h | 720h | Tie |
| PPV events | — | — | Tie |
6-Category Score Breakdown