IPTV for Android TV & Google TV

Best IPTV players on Android TV

• TiviMate — the favourite for live TV: a grid guide like a satellite box, favourites and channel groups. Free to use; the paid Premium adds catch-up, recording, multiple playlists and more. Our TiviMate install guide covers the first steps.
• IPTV Smarters Pro — simpler menus and good movie/series sections. Availability in Google Play varies by country.
• Kodi with the PVR IPTV Simple Client add-on — very configurable, for people who already use Kodi.

Setting up TiviMate

1. Install TiviMate from Google Play and open it.
2. Choose Add playlist → Xtream Codes.
3. Enter the server address, username and password from your welcome message, then Next.
4. TiviMate imports channels, the TV guide (EPG) and VOD. Pick which channel groups to show — hiding unused countries makes the guide faster.

Android TV settings for smooth sport

• Match content frame rate (Settings → Display & Sound → Advanced) makes 50 fps UK/European sport and 60 fps US broadcasts play without judder.
• In TiviMate, set Buffer size to Medium or Large if your Wi-Fi is uneven.
• Use a wired connection where possible; many Android boxes have Ethernet built in.
• Budget no-name Android boxes often run old Android versions and struggle with 4K — a Google TV Streamer or Shield is noticeably smoother.