The Best IPTV Apps for Firestick, Smart TV & Mobile
Discover the most popular IPTV players in the UK, compare their features and find the perfect app for your device. Every app below works with our IPTV UK subscriptions.
What is an IPTV app?
An IPTV app (or IPTV player) is the software you use to watch your subscription on a TV, phone or computer. The app itself doesn't include channels: you simply log in with the details from your IPTV UK subscription and it loads your live TV, films and series.
Below you'll find the best IPTV apps available today. Click on any app to read our full setup guide.
IPTV Smarters Pro
Best all-rounderThe most popular IPTV player in the UK. Clean interface, built-in TV guide, catch-up and support for almost every device.
TiviMate
Best for Firestick & Android TVA favourite of TV fans for its cable-style TV guide, recording, catch-up and multi-playlist support. Some features need a premium upgrade.
IBO Player
Best for Samsung & LG TVsA popular choice for Smart TVs. You add your playlist from the IBO website using your TV's device ID. Activation is required after the free trial.
Smart IPTV (SIPTV)
Classic Smart TV playerOne of the original Smart TV IPTV players. Simple and reliable: you upload your M3U playlist through its website using your TV's MAC address.
Flix IPTV
Stylish Smart TV appA modern-looking player with customisable themes and subtitle support. Like IBO Player, it uses your device's MAC address and needs activation after the trial.
XCIPTV
Fast & free for AndroidA lightweight, free player with a fast interface, built-in VPN option on some versions and good support for Xtream Codes logins.
GSE Smart IPTV
Great for iPhone & iPadA long-standing, feature-rich player for Apple devices, with playlist management, EPG support and Chromecast compatibility.
iPlayTV
Best for Apple TVA smooth, native-feeling player designed for Apple TV and iOS, with a clean TV guide and fast channel switching.
VLC Media Player
Free & works everywhereThe famous free media player can open M3U playlists on almost any device. Basic, with no TV guide, but perfect for a quick test.
Kodi
For advanced usersA powerful open-source media centre. With the PVR IPTV Simple Client add-on, it can play IPTV with a full TV guide, but setup takes longer.
Got the app? Now get the channels.
Every IPTV app needs a subscription. Ours works with all the players on this page: 36,000+ channels, 260,000+ films & series and 4K content from £5.42/month.
IPTV apps compared
A quick overview of the main features of each IPTV player.
| App | Firestick | Android | Samsung / LG | Apple | PC / Mac | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPTV Smarters Pro | ✓ | ✓ | Varies | ✓ | ✓ | Free |
| TiviMate | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | Free + Premium |
| IBO Player | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | Trial + activation |
| Smart IPTV | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | One-time fee |
| Flix IPTV | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | Trial + activation |
| XCIPTV | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | Free |
| GSE Smart IPTV | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | Free + Premium |
| iPlayTV | — | — | — | ✓ | — | Paid |
| VLC | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | Free |
| Kodi | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | Free |
Which IPTV app is right for you?
Easy setup and a great TV guide.
→ IPTV Smarters Pro or TiviMateInstall directly from your TV's app store.
→ IBO Player or Smart IPTVNative apps that feel at home on iOS.
→ Smarters Player Lite or iPlayTVWatch on your computer in a few clicks.
→ IPTV Smarters Pro or VLCIPTV apps: your questions
What is the best IPTV app in the UK?
For most people, IPTV Smarters Pro is the best all-round choice: it's free, easy to use and works on Firestick, Android, iPhone and computers. Firestick fans often prefer TiviMate for its TV guide, while Samsung and LG owners usually choose IBO Player or Smart IPTV.
Do IPTV apps include channels?
No. IPTV apps are only players. To watch live TV, films and series, you need an active IPTV subscription and the login details your provider sends you.
Does your subscription work with all these apps?
Yes. Our IPTV UK subscriptions provide both Xtream Codes and M3U login details, so they work with every app on this page. Our team can help you set up the one you choose.
Are IPTV apps free?
Many are free, such as IPTV Smarters Pro, XCIPTV, VLC and Kodi. Others offer a free trial and then require a small activation fee or premium upgrade, paid directly to the app developer.
Can I use the same subscription on different apps?
Yes, you can install different apps on different devices. Just remember you can only watch on as many screens at the same time as your plan allows. Need more? Check our multi-screen plans.
App names and trademarks belong to their respective owners. IPTV Kingdom is not affiliated with any of the apps listed. Availability, features and pricing are set by each developer and may change, so always download apps from their official stores or websites.