If you’ve been comparing IPTV player apps, TiviMate’s name comes up more than almost any other — and for good reason. It’s polished, fast, and built specifically for the big-screen, remote-control experience rather than feeling like a phone app stretched onto a TV. Here’s exactly how to get it installed and set up.
TiviMate (currently version 5.3.3) is a neutral IPTV player for Android-based devices — it doesn’t provide any channels or content itself. You install it, then add your own M3U playlist or Xtream Codes login from your own licensed provider. The free version covers the basics; a Premium unlock ($9.99/year or $33.99 lifetime, from tivimate.com) adds recording, multiple playlists, and multi-view.
What TiviMate Actually Is
TiviMate is a player, not a provider — it organizes and displays whatever playlist you supply from your own licensed IPTV source. It’s built specifically for Android TV, Fire TV, and Android set-top boxes, with a large-screen, remote-friendly interface rather than a touch-first design.
Free vs. Premium
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Playlists supported | 1 | Unlimited |
| EPG (program guide) | Basic | Full customization |
| Recording / catch-up | No | Yes |
| Multi-view | No | Yes |
| Devices covered | — | 5 devices per license |
| Price | Free | $9.99/year or $33.99 lifetime |
The free version genuinely covers what most single-playlist users need. Premium is aimed at people running multiple providers or wanting DVR-style recording — it’s an app unlock only, purchased through tivimate.com, and does not include any channels or subscriptions itself.
Installing on Fire TV
TiviMate isn’t in the Amazon Appstore, so this is a sideload using the Downloader app:
Go to Settings > My Fire TV > Developer Options and enable Apps from Unknown Sources
Install Downloader from the Amazon Appstore
Use Downloader to get the current APK (v5.3.3) from TiviMate’s official site
Install and open the app
New to sideloading in general? Our full Fire TV & Fire Stick guide covers the basics.
Installing on Android TV
Search “TiviMate” directly in the Google Play Store on your device
Install it like any other app — no sideloading needed here
See our Android TV Box guide for general setup help.
Adding Your Playlist
Open TiviMate and select Add Playlist
Choose either M3U URL or Xtream Codes, depending on what format your own provider gave you
Enter your details and let it import your channels and EPG data
Quick Questions People Ask
Local Channels While You’re Setting Up
If part of what you’re after is local and regional sports coverage, our state guides cover that separately — check California, Texas, or browse the full By State directory.
Final Thoughts
TiviMate earns its reputation mostly through polish — a fast, genuinely TV-native interface that a lot of competing players still don’t match. Ten minutes of setup with your own playlist, and it stays exactly that reliable going forward.
Need help with a different device? Our full tutorials library covers everything else.