The app makes all the difference: EPG, image quality, zapping speed, favourites. Here's our 2026 ranking of the 5 best IPTV apps.
1. TiviMate — the Android TV benchmark
Smooth UI, rich EPG, multi-playlists, recordings. Limited free version, Premium at CHF 20/yr. Available on Fire TV Stick, Nvidia Shield, Android TV. Our favourite.
2. IPTV Smarters Pro — most versatile
Free, on Android, iOS, Fire TV Stick, Windows, Mac. Supports m3u and Xtream. Clean UI, good stability. Default pick for most users.
3. GSE Smart IPTV — best on iOS
Free (with ads) or Premium at CHF 5. iPhone, iPad, Apple TV. Supports all formats (m3u, Xtream, JSON). Ideal in the Apple ecosystem.
4. SS-IPTV — simplest on Smart TV
Free, 5-minute install on Samsung and LG. No advanced EPG but very reliable. Perfect for users who just want to zap without hassle.
5. Smart IPTV — the robust alternative
7-day trial then €6 lifetime per device. Very stable, EPG support. On Samsung, LG, Android, Fire TV. The pick for one-time payers.
Our verdict
- Android TV / Fire TV Stick: TiviMate Premium
- iOS / Apple TV: GSE Smart IPTV Premium
- Samsung/LG Smart TV: SS-IPTV (free) or Smart IPTV (one-time)
- Multi-device: IPTV Smarters Pro