Every IPTV subscription needs a player app, and three apps dominate in Germany, Austria and Switzerland: IPTV Smarters Pro, TiviMate and IBO Player. All three work with the login details from Bester-IPTVanbieter (Xtream Codes or M3U playlist), but they differ in devices, features and ease of use. This comparison helps you choose the right IPTV app.
Quick comparison
| App | Devices | Login | EPG | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPTV Smarters Pro | Fire TV Stick, Android, iPhone/iPad, Windows, Mac, Samsung/LG (as Smarters Player) | Xtream Codes, M3U | Yes | Free | Beginners, phones and tablets |
| TiviMate | Fire TV Stick, Android TV, Android boxes | Xtream Codes, M3U | Yes, best guide | Free / premium about €10 per year | Big TV, sports fans, several playlists |
| IBO Player | Samsung, LG, Android TV, Fire TV | MAC address + Device Key (playlist uploaded by the provider) | Yes | Small one-time activation fee | Smart TVs, no typing |
IPTV Smarters Pro: the all-rounder
IPTV Smarters Pro is the most used IPTV app because it runs everywhere: Fire TV Stick, Android, iPhone and iPad, Windows and Mac. You log in with the Xtream Codes API (username, password, server URL) or with an M3U link, and you get live TV, movies, series, catch-up and an EPG. The interface is simple, which makes it the best choice for beginners and for watching on the phone. Weak points: the design is dated on a big TV and channel switching is slower than in TiviMate.
TiviMate: the best app for the Fire TV Stick and Android TV
TiviMate is built for the living room. Its TV guide looks like a classic cable EPG, channels switch instantly, and you can group favourites, record programmes and manage several playlists in the premium version. It supports Xtream Codes and M3U. The limitation: TiviMate only runs on Android TV devices, so no iPhone, Windows or Samsung Tizen. For a Fire TV Stick, TiviMate is our recommendation for sports fans who follow the Bundesliga and the Champions League. See how to install it in our Fire TV Stick guide.
IBO Player: the easiest app for Smart TVs
IBO Player is the choice for Samsung and LG Smart TVs where IPTV Smarters Pro and TiviMate are not available. Instead of typing login details, you send us the MAC address and Device Key shown in the app and we upload your playlist. It supports EPG, favourites, parental control and multiple playlists. The app charges a small one-time activation fee per device after its trial. Full instructions: IBO Player: how to upload your IPTV playlist.
Xtream Codes or M3U: which login should you use?
Use Xtream Codes whenever the app supports it. It loads faster, includes the EPG and the VOD library automatically, and updates the channel list on the server side. An M3U playlist is a text file with all channels; it is useful for VLC, Kodi or players that do not support Xtream Codes, but it can be slow with a list of 20,000+ channels. Both are included in every subscription from Bester-IPTVanbieter.
Our recommendation by device
- Fire TV Stick or Android TV box: TiviMate (or IPTV Smarters Pro if you prefer a simpler interface).
- Samsung or LG Smart TV: IBO Player.
- iPhone, iPad, Windows, Mac: IPTV Smarters Pro / Smarters Player.
- MAG box: the built-in portal, we send you the link.
Conclusion
There is no single best IPTV app: IPTV Smarters Pro is the universal choice, TiviMate is the best experience on a big screen, and IBO Player makes Smart TVs effortless. Whatever you choose, the channels are the same: 20,000+ live channels, Sky Sport, Bundesliga, Champions League and 100,000 movies and series with your IPTV subscription. Buy IPTV from €13 or test IPTV for free and try the app you like best. Step-by-step setup for every device: IPTV installation tutorial.
