Quick answer
TiviMate is an IPTV player for Android TV and Fire TV with a cable-style TV guide. Install it, choose Add playlist, enter your Xtream Codes details or M3U link, and confirm the EPG. Premium adds multiple playlists, recording, catch-up and more customisation.
Set up TiviMate in 5 steps
Install TiviMate
On Android TV or Google TV: Google Play. On Fire TV: use the Downloader app, as in our Firestick guide.
Add a playlist
Open TiviMate → Add playlist → choose Xtream Codes (recommended) or Enter URL for an M3U link.
Enter your details
Server URL, username and password — what they mean. Give the playlist a name.
Confirm the EPG
TiviMate finds the guide automatically with Xtream login; for M3U, add the XMLTV link. Press Done.
Tidy up
Hide the groups you never watch and add favourites, so the guide shows only what you care about.
Free vs Premium
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| One playlist, live TV, EPG | Yes | Yes |
| Several playlists | — | Yes |
| Favourites & custom groups | Limited | Yes |
| Catch-up | — | Yes |
| Recording | — | Yes (to device storage) |
| Picture-in-picture, multi-view | — | Yes |
Best settings
| Setting | Where | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Buffer size | Settings → Playback | Large (fewer freezes) |
| Auto-play last channel | Settings → General | On |
| EPG update | Settings → EPG | Every 12 h + on start |
| Time shift | Settings → EPG | ± hours if the guide is off |
| Channel numbering | Settings → Channels | By group, for a cable-like list |
If channels stutter, see buffering fixes.
Frequently asked questions
Is TiviMate free?
The app is free with basic features. TiviMate Premium (a small yearly or one-time fee) adds multiple playlists, recording, catch-up, favourites management and customisation.
Does TiviMate come with channels?
No. It is only a player; you need an IPTV subscription to add as a playlist.
Is TiviMate on iPhone or Smart TVs?
No — Android TV, Google TV and Fire TV only. On other devices use IPTV Smarters or a native app; see the players hub.
Why does TiviMate say "no EPG"?
Open Settings → EPG → Update EPG, check the XMLTV link for M3U playlists, and set the time shift. More in the EPG guide.