Loops IPTV vs Plex
In-depth comparison of Loops IPTV and Plex 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.
Plex
600+ free live channels and your personal media library unified in one polished app.
Editorial Verdict
Our pick: Loops IPTV
Our pick is Loops IPTV — it scores 8.6/10 versus 8.0/10, a 0.6-point edge, and leads in 3 of 6 categories.
Loops IPTV vs Plex head-to-head
Our pick is Loops IPTV — it scores 8.6/10 versus 8.0/10, a 0.6-point edge, and leads in 3 of 6 categories. Loops IPTV carries 16,400 more live channels.
| Metric | Loops IPTV | Plex |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest monthly | $7.92 | $0.00 |
| Live channels | 17,000+ | 600+ |
| VOD titles | 42,000+ | 30,000+ |
| Free trial | 24h | 0h |
| Max resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Max connections | 1 | 1 |
| Refund policy | 7 days | 30 days |
Quick verdict — Loops IPTV vs Plex
In a head-to-head test of Loops IPTV vs Plex 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 8.0/10, a 0.6-point edge, while leading in 3 of 6 categories. Pricing differs by $7.92/month — roughly $95.00 over a 12-month subscription. Loops IPTV carries the larger channel catalog at 17,000+ live streams, a 16,400-channel lead. On price alone, Plex is the more affordable option, but per-feature value depends on whether you actually use the included extras.
Key differences at a glance
- Plex undercuts the other by $7.92/month — about $95.00 cheaper over a year
- Loops IPTV offers 16,400 more live channels (17,000+ vs 600+)
- Refund windows differ: Loops IPTV gives 7 days, Plex gives 30
- Loops IPTV ships a 12K-title larger on-demand library
- Positioning split: Loops IPTV sits in the mid tier, Plex in the free tier
Side-by-side site preview
Real homepage captures from our two-week 2026 review.
All plans compared
Loops IPTV 4 plans · Plex 4 plans — 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 |
|---|---|---|
| FreeBest | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Plex Pass Monthly | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Plex Pass Annual | $39.99 | $3.33 |
| Plex Pass Lifetime | $119.99 | $0.12 |
✓ 0-hour free trial available
↺ 30-day money-back guarantee
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 carries a small premium over Plex. The 24-hour free trial means you can validate channel availability on your own hardware before committing.
Pick Plex if you cord-cutters with existing home media libraries, or nvidia shield pro owners wanting a polished free tv app. Its top-rated category is pricing at 9.5/10, and at $0.00/month it lands below Loops IPTV on monthly cost. Their 0-hour trial is the safer first step.
What both services share
Common ground worth noting before you decide.
Features
- 7-day EPG
- multi-screen support
- anti-freeze technology
- VOD library
- 4K streaming
- free trial
Devices
Amazon Firestick, Smart TV, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Payments
Credit Card, PayPal
Loops IPTV vs Plex — Side-by-side
| Specification | Loops IPTV | Plex | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Editor Score | 8.6 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 | Loops IPTV |
| Live Channels | 17,000+ | 600+ | Loops IPTV |
| VOD Library | 42,000+ | 30,000+ | Loops IPTV |
| From / month | $7.92 | $0.00 | Plex |
| Free trial | 24h | 0h | Tie |
| 4K available | Yes | Yes | Tie |
| Tier | mid | free | Tie |
| Refund policy | 7 days | 30 days | Tie |
| Catch-up TV | 48h | — | Tie |
| PPV events | — | — | Tie |
6-Category Score Breakdown