TiviMate is the favourite for live TV on Android TV and Fire TV, thanks to a satellite-style grid guide and TV-focused design. IPTV Smarters runs on more platforms — phones, tablets, computers and some TVs — and has strong movie and series sections. Both accept the same Xtream Codes or M3U login, so you can try both during a free trial and keep the one you like.
TiviMate vs IPTV Smarters at a glance
| TiviMate | IPTV Smarters | |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Android TV, Fire TV, Google TV | Android, Fire TV, iOS (Player Lite), Windows, Mac, some Smart TVs |
| Live TV guide | Excellent grid EPG | Good |
| Movies and series | Available | Strong, well organised |
| Catch-up | Premium | Supported where the provider offers it |
| Recording | Premium | Limited, varies by version |
| Multi-view | Premium | Multi-screen on some versions |
| Multiple playlists | Premium | Yes (multiple users) |
| Cost | Free; paid Premium upgrade | Free |
| Best for | Channel surfing on a TV | One app everywhere, VOD |
Choose TiviMate if…
- You mostly watch live channels on a TV.
- You want the most TV-like guide and fast channel switching.
- You're happy to pay for Premium features like catch-up and recording.
Choose IPTV Smarters if…
- You watch on phones, tablets or computers as well as the TV.
- You use the on-demand library a lot.
- You want a free app with no upgrade.
For other players by device, see our 2026 roundup of the best IPTV apps.
Setting up either app
Both use the same login:
- Install the app — TiviMate from Google Play (TiviMate install steps) or via Downloader on Fire TV (see the Downloader guide); Smarters as described in our Firestick setup guide.
- Add your Xtream Codes details — see Xtream Codes setup.
- Hide channel groups you don't need.
Settings for Smarters are covered in IPTV Smarters settings; multi-view options in IPTV multi-view.
Our recommendation
On a TV, try TiviMate first. If you also watch on other devices, add Smarters there. Your subscription works in both — see IPTV on Android TV for TV setup.
