To prevent conflicts, go to the Google Play Store settings on your device and turn off auto-update for the stock YouTube app. Some users even disable the official app via ADB.
You can force the app to use specific codecs (H.264, VP9, or AV1). This is vital for users with older hardware. The official app might force VP9 (which old chips struggle with), causing stutter. Smart YouTube TV lets you default to H.264 for smoother playback. smart youtube tv 617724 apk hot
No pre-roll ads. No mid-roll ads. No sponsored cards popping up over the video. This is the number one selling point. You click a video, and it plays instantly. To prevent conflicts, go to the Google Play