We do not make either app. Both are independent players: you install one, add the login we send you, and the app displays your channels, guide, movies, and series. Because we help customers with both every day, we see where each one shines and where people get stuck. This comparison is based on that support experience, not on any partnership. App features, prices, and availability change with new versions, so treat the details below as a guide and check the current version on your device.
Quick Summary
- Choose TiviMate if you watch mostly live TV on an Android TV, Google TV, or Fire TV device and want a guide that looks and feels like a cable box.
- Choose IPTV Smarters Pro if you use iPhone, iPad, or a Smart TV where it is offered, if you watch a lot of movies and series, or if you want the same app on several kinds of devices.
- You do not have to pick only one. The same login works in both, so many customers keep a second app as a backup.
Device Support
This is usually the deciding factor, because one app simply does not run on some devices.
TiviMate
TiviMate is designed for Android-based TV devices: Android TV boxes, Google TV devices and TVs, and Fire TV Sticks. It is not available for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Samsung (Tizen), LG (webOS), or Roku. On Google TV it is normally in the Play Store; on Fire TV, access depends on the Amazon Appstore listing in your region, and some users install it from the developer's official source. Our TiviMate setup guide covers both.
IPTV Smarters Pro
IPTV Smarters Pro has versions for more platforms, including Android phones and TV devices, Fire TV, iPhone and iPad, and some Smart TVs. Availability varies by device, store, and region, and listings have changed over time, so always check your device's app store. Our Smart TV checklist for IPTV Smarters Pro covers what to have ready.
For device-specific setup, see our guides for Google TV and Chromecast, Apple TV, Samsung, and LG.
Interface and Everyday Use
TiviMate: built around the guide
TiviMate opens straight to live TV with a channel list and a grid guide, much like a cable or satellite box. You browse channels with the remote's arrow keys, see what is on now and next, and can create a favorites group for the channels you watch daily. It has many settings for the guide, playback, and appearance, which power users enjoy and some new users find overwhelming at first.
IPTV Smarters Pro: built around sections
IPTV Smarters Pro opens to a home screen with large tiles such as Live TV, Movies, and Series. You pick a section, then a category, then the item. It is easy to understand on first use, and the layout is similar across devices, which helps families who watch on a TV and on phones. The exact look varies by platform and version.
TV Guide and Live TV
Both apps load the TV guide (EPG) automatically when you sign in with Xtream Codes. With an M3U link, you may need to add a separate EPG address in either app. The difference is how central the guide is:
- TiviMate makes the grid guide the main screen and lets you choose how often it updates, how far back and forward it shows, and how channels are grouped.
- IPTV Smarters Pro includes a guide view and shows now-and-next information in the channel list, but the experience is less cable-box-like.
If the guide is empty or shows the wrong times in either app, our EPG troubleshooting guide has app-specific steps. Catch-up, where your channels support it, is available in both apps in different ways; in TiviMate it is part of the paid upgrade.
Movies and Series
If on-demand content is a big part of how you watch, IPTV Smarters Pro has the edge in simplicity: its Movies and Series sections show posters, descriptions, and seasons in a layout that feels like a streaming app. TiviMate is focused on live TV. Depending on the version, it offers movies and series sections too, but customers who mainly watch on demand often find them less central to the experience. Check the current version on your device if this matters to you.
Extra Features and Cost
Both apps can be installed and used for basic playback. Beyond that, each developer sells optional upgrades. Prices and plan types change, so we do not list figures here; check the app or its official website for current terms. Any app fee is paid to the app developer and is separate from your IPTV subscription.
TiviMate Premium
TiviMate's paid Premium upgrade unlocks features such as catch-up playback, recording, multiple playlists, and more customization. The free version is enough to add a playlist and watch live channels with the guide.
IPTV Smarters Pro paid options
IPTV Smarters Pro's free and paid options differ by platform and version. Some versions have offered paid features or ad removal. Check what applies on your device before you pay for anything.
Features both handle well
- Xtream Codes and M3U logins (see M3U vs Xtream Codes).
- Favorites, search, and parental controls (labels vary).
- A choice of player or decoder settings to fix black screens or stutter.
Side-by-Side Comparison Table
| Point | TiviMate | IPTV Smarters Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV | More platforms, including iPhone, iPad, and some Smart TVs (varies) |
| Main screen | Live TV and grid guide | Tiles for Live TV, Movies, Series |
| Best at | Live channels, guide browsing | Ease of use, movies and series, multi-device |
| Login types | Xtream Codes, M3U | Xtream Codes, M3U |
| Guide control | Very detailed | Simpler |
| Paid options | Premium upgrade from the developer | Varies by platform and version |
| Learning curve | Moderate, many settings | Low |
Features and prices change with app updates; check the current version on your device.
Which One Should You Use?
- Start with your device. On iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Samsung, or LG, TiviMate is not an option, so use IPTV Smarters Pro where available or another player from the store. On Roku, neither runs; see Can you use IPTV on Roku?
- Think about how you watch. Mostly live channels and sports on a TV box: TiviMate is a strong choice. A mix of live TV, movies, and series, or a household that uses phones too: IPTV Smarters Pro is simpler.
- Try both if you can. On Android TV, Google TV, and Fire TV, you can install both, add the same login, and decide after a few evenings.
Setting up IPTV Smarters Pro for the first time? Follow our guide to activating IPTV Smarters Pro. For Fire TV specifics, see the Firestick installation guide.
Common Problems in Each App
| Problem | In TiviMate | In IPTV Smarters Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Black screen with sound | Switch hardware/software decoder in playback settings | Change the player option in settings |
| Guide empty | Update EPG in settings, check EPG source | Refresh or reload the guide from settings |
| Login refused | Re-add playlist, check server, port, and case | Re-enter details, check login type |
| Buffering | Check network, try lower quality version | Check network, try lower quality version |
| Catch-up missing | Requires Premium and a channel that supports it | Only on channels that support it |
| "Max connections" | Close the other app or device | Close the other app or device |
For login errors in either app, use our Xtream Codes and M3U error checklist. For stutter and freezing, see the buffering guide. And if you use both apps, remember that each open stream counts as a screen; our guide to screens and connections explains how that works.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TiviMate better than IPTV Smarters Pro?
Neither is better for everyone. TiviMate is built around a cable-style TV guide and suits people who mostly watch live channels on an Android TV or Fire TV device. IPTV Smarters Pro runs on more kinds of devices and has a simple menu for live TV, movies, and series. The right choice depends on your device and how you watch.
Can I use TiviMate on iPhone, Samsung, LG, or Apple TV?
No. TiviMate is made for Android-based TV devices such as Android TV, Google TV, and Fire TV. On iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Samsung, or LG TVs, use IPTV Smarters Pro where it is available for your device, or another player listed in that device's app store.
Do I have to pay for TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro?
Both can be installed and used for basic playback, and both developers have offered paid options. TiviMate's Premium upgrade unlocks features such as catch-up, recording, and multiple playlists. IPTV Smarters Pro's paid options vary by platform and version. Any app fee goes to the app developer, is separate from your IPTV subscription, and can change, so check the current terms in the app or store.
Can I use both apps with the same login?
Yes. Save the same Xtream Codes details or M3U link in both apps and switch whenever you like. Only your plan's number of screens can play at the same moment, so close one app before watching in the other on a one-screen plan.
Which app is easier for someone new to IPTV?
Many first-time users find IPTV Smarters Pro easier to start with, because its home screen splits content into large Live TV, Movies, and Series sections. TiviMate feels very familiar to anyone used to a cable box guide, but it has more settings to explore.
Which app loads the TV guide more reliably?
Both load the guide automatically with an Xtream Codes login. TiviMate puts the guide at the center of the app and gives you detailed control over how often it updates. If the guide is empty in either app, refresh it in the settings and check the time zone.