Player versus subscription
An IPTV player is software that plays streams and organises channels, a TV guide and on-demand menus. It does not include any channels by itself. Your Platinum IPTV subscription supplies the login that fills the player with content.
Players are made by independent developers. Platinum IPTV does not make, sell or activate player apps, and player licences or premium upgrades are paid to their developers separately.
What to look for in a player
- Xtream Codes login support, the simplest way to sign in, plus M3U playlists as a fallback.
- A clear TV guide (EPG) and fast channel switching.
- Catch-up support if you like watching programmes after they air.
- Favourites, search and parental controls.
- Availability on every device you use, and a price you are comfortable with.
Popular players at a glance
| Player | Typical devices | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|
| TiviMate | Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV (Fire OS) | Guide-style interface; many advanced features need a paid premium upgrade. Not available for Apple devices. |
| IPTV Smarters Pro | Android devices and other platforms, depending on the store | Simple menus for live, films and series. Several similarly named apps exist, so check the publisher. |
| GSE Smart IPTV | Apple and Android devices | Supports playlists and Xtream logins; check the listing for your exact device. |
| TV-store players | Samsung and LG smart TVs | Apps in your TV’s own store; many require a paid activation with their developer. |
| VLC | Computers, phones and tablets | Free media player that can open an M3U playlist, but without a full TV guide experience. |
Which player for which device?
See the Devices page for setup notes on each device family.
- Fire TV and Android TV: a guide-style player such as TiviMate, or a menu-style player such as IPTV Smarters Pro.
- Apple TV, iPhone and iPad: an App Store player that supports Xtream Codes or M3U.
- Samsung and LG TVs: a player from the TV’s own app store; read its activation terms first.
- Computers: a desktop IPTV player, or VLC for quick playlist playback.
Stay safe when installing players
- Install from official app stores or directly from the developer’s own website.
- Avoid modified or “cracked” versions of paid apps.
- Never share your login publicly or with people outside your household.
- Remember that a Downloader code is only a shortcut to a web address, not an activation key.
Need help choosing?
Tell support which device you use and they can suggest players that work well with Platinum IPTV, or request a free trial and try a player before you buy.