Android is the most IPTV-friendly platform available. Unlike iOS, Android lets you install apps from outside the Play Store, which means you have access to a wider range of IPTV players — including the industry-leading TiviMate. Whether you are on an Android phone, tablet, Android TV or a dedicated Android box, this guide covers everything you need.
Best IPTV Apps for Android
Android gives you more IPTV app choices than any other platform:
- TiviMate — the gold standard IPTV player, available on Android TV and Android boxes; clean interface, excellent EPG, catch-up support
- IPTV Smarters Pro — available on all Android devices including phones and tablets; free and supports Xtream Codes
- GSE Smart IPTV — feature-rich with multi-screen support and parental controls
- Perfect Player — lightweight and fast, popular on older Android boxes
- Televizo — beginner-friendly with a simple channel list layout
How to Install IPTV on Android Phone or Tablet
Setting up IPTV on an Android phone or tablet takes under 5 minutes:
- Open the Google Play Store and search for IPTV Smarters Pro or GSE Smart IPTV
- Install the app and open it
- Select Add New User or Add Playlist
- Choose Xtream Codes API and enter the server URL, username and password from Smooth Stream
- The channel list and EPG load automatically — start watching
How to Install TiviMate on Android TV or Android Box
TiviMate is the best IPTV experience available and is ideal for Android TV and Android boxes:
- Open the Google Play Store on your Android TV or box and search for TiviMate
- Install TiviMate and open it
- Select Add Playlist and choose Xtream Codes
- Enter the server details provided by Smooth Stream
- TiviMate loads all channels and populates the 7-day EPG automatically
- Optional: upgrade to TiviMate Premium (one-off purchase) to unlock multi-screen and recording
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See plansInstalling IPTV via APK on Android
If an IPTV app is not on the Play Store, you can install it via APK — Android's sideloading method. Go to Settings, enable Install from Unknown Sources for your browser or file manager, download the APK file for the app, and open it to install. This is how TiviMate is installed on Amazon Firestick, but on a standard Android device the Play Store version is always the simpler option.
Cast IPTV from Android to Your TV
If you want to watch IPTV from your Android phone on the big screen, you have several options. Most Android phones support screen mirroring via Miracast or Google Cast — just tap the cast icon in your IPTV app and select your TV or Chromecast device. A USB-C to HDMI adapter also lets you connect your phone directly to any TV for a wired, lag-free connection.
Best Android Box for IPTV in the UK
A dedicated Android box gives you the best IPTV experience on your TV. Top picks for 2026:
- Nvidia Shield TV Pro — best performance, supports 4K Dolby Vision, ideal for heavy IPTV use
- Ugoos AM6B Plus — excellent mid-range option with strong 4K support
- Mecool KM2 Plus — certified Android TV box, works with the Play Store out of the box
- Xiaomi Mi Box S — budget-friendly, certified Android TV, good for HD IPTV
Best UK IPTV Service for Android
Smooth Stream is fully compatible with all Android IPTV apps — TiviMate, IPTV Smarters Pro, GSE Smart IPTV and more. Our Xtream Codes login works across all Android devices from phone to Android box, and our support team can walk you through setup on any Android device via WhatsApp. You get 25,000+ channels including all UK sports and entertainment from £14.99/month.
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Download IPTV Smarters Pro from the Play Store, then message Smooth Stream on WhatsApp for your free 24-hour trial. We will send you the login details and you can be watching live TV on your Android device within minutes — no credit card, backed by a 7-day money-back guarantee.