Side by side
| TiviMate | iMPlayer | |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Armobsoft FZE | HzApps |
| Android | TV devices only (Google Play) | Separate TV and mobile apps on Google Play |
| Apple | Not available | iPhone, iPad and Apple TV (iOS and tvOS 18 or later when we checked) |
| Fire TV | Official download for Fire OS | Check the developer’s own install instructions for Fire OS |
| Playlists | M3U, Xtream Codes, Stalker portal | M3U and “certain compatible platforms”, according to its App Store description |
| Price model | Free; paid Premium unlocks features | Free to install; in-app purchases on Google Play |
How they differ in use
- TiviMate is built around the grid guide and remote-control navigation. Its Play listing says it isn’t optimised for touch devices.
- iMPlayer describes itself as a customisable media player for phones and large screens, and publishes a separate mobile app (iMPlayer Mobile) for phones and tablets. Its App Store description lists catch-up, films and series (VOD), a full guide and a customisable interface.
Store descriptions change often, so check each listing for the current feature list before paying for an upgrade.
Which to pick
- Only Android TV or Fire TV at home: start with TiviMate. See TiviMate on Fire TV.
- A mix of Android TV, phones and Apple devices: iMPlayer lets everyone use the same app. See iMPlayer.
- Still unsure: add your login to both and compare channel switching and guide browsing on your own TV.
Other comparisons: TiviMate vs IPTV Smarters and the best IPTV apps for Android TV.