TiviMate Guide: Features and Setup

TiviMate is an Android-based IPTV player built specifically for TV remotes, known for its EPG layout and fast channel switching. It runs on Android TV, Fire TV and Android boxes, but not on iOS or Smart TV operating systems directly.

Quick answer

TiviMate loads M3U playlists or Xtream Codes logins and displays them with a TV-guide-style interface, multi-screen view and channel-switching shortcuts designed around a remote control rather than touch. Core playback is free; a premium tier unlocks recording, multi-playlist support and a few interface extras.

What is TiviMate?

TiviMate is developed for Android-based streaming devices and distributed as a sideloaded app (via tivimate.com or the Amazon Appstore on Fire TV) rather than the standard Google Play Store. It reads a playlist or login the same way most IPTV players do, then builds a channel grid and program guide around it.

Key features

• EPG grid view: a scrollable program guide across all channels, similar to a cable box guide.
• Multi-screen: watch up to four channels at once in a grid layout.
• Fast channel switching: designed to minimize the delay between pressing channel-up/down and the new stream appearing.
• Catch-up and recording: available where your provider's EPG data supports it, with recording as a premium feature.
• Custom channel numbers and favorites: reorder and group channels manually.

Supported devices

TiviMate runs on Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV / Fire Stick, and Android set-top boxes. It does not run on iOS, Windows, Mac, or Samsung/LG Smart TV operating systems — for those, see alternative players better suited to each platform.

How to set up TiviMate

1. Install TiviMate on your Android TV or Fire TV device (via Downloader and the app's direct APK link, or the Amazon Appstore on Fire TV).
2. Open the app and select "Add playlist."
3. Choose M3U URL or Xtream Codes login depending on what your provider gave you.
4. Enter the details and confirm — TiviMate downloads the channel list and EPG automatically.
5. Optionally reorder channels, set favorites, and configure the guide layout to your preference.

Free vs. paid

Core channel playback, the EPG and basic navigation are free. A premium subscription adds recording, multi-playlist support, picture-in-picture and a handful of interface customizations. Pricing and exact feature gating are set by the developer and can change — check the current terms in the app itself before assuming a specific feature is included.

Pros and cons

How TiviMate compares

Against IPTV Smarters Pro, TiviMate trades broader device compatibility for a more polished, TV-remote- optimized interface — see our full TiviMate vs IPTV Smarters comparison. For a wider roundup across more players, see our IPTV player comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TiviMate free?

The core app and basic playback are free. A premium tier adds recording, multi-playlist support and some interface features.

Does TiviMate work on iPhone or iPad?

No. TiviMate is Android-only — it doesn't have an iOS version. IPTV Smarters Pro is a common alternative for Apple devices.

Why isn't TiviMate on the Google Play Store?

TiviMate is distributed directly by its developer rather than through Play Store, which is why installation typically involves sideloading via the Downloader app or the Amazon Appstore on Fire TV.

Does TiviMate support Xtream Codes?

Yes — it supports both M3U playlist URLs and Xtream Codes logins as playlist sources.

Can I use TiviMate with more than one playlist?

Yes, multi-playlist support lets you combine channels from more than one source into a single guide, though this feature is part of the premium tier.

Conclusion

TiviMate is built specifically for Android TV and Fire TV remotes, trading cross-platform support for a fast, guide-focused interface. If you're on Android hardware, it's worth trying first; if you need iOS, Windows or Smart TV support, see how to choose the right player for your device. Once you have a subscription, see device-by-device activation steps for entering your credentials into TiviMate specifically.