Is TiviMate free? Partly. The TiviMate IPTV Player app is free to download from Google Play and the free version lets you add a playlist, browse the TV guide and watch live channels. A paid Premium upgrade unlocks extra features such as recording and multi-view. Neither version includes any channels: TiviMate is a player, so you always need your own playlist or Xtream Codes login from a provider.
Below is what the free version is good for, what Premium adds, and how to buy it through the official TiviMate Companion app without risking a cracked APK.
What “free” means for TiviMate
There are two separate costs people mix up:
- The app. TiviMate itself is free to install. Premium is an optional upgrade that unlocks app features.
- The content. TiviMate ships with no channels. Its Google Play listing says it is a media player only and that paid upgrades unlock application features only, not access to channels or streams. What you watch comes from a service you pay for separately, or from free legal sources you already have.
So a “free TiviMate” setup still needs a source. Our TiviMate IPTV overview explains the player’s role in more detail.
Free vs Premium at a glance
The developer’s store listing names the app’s main features: M3U, Xtream Codes and Stalker playlists, a TV guide, multiple playlists, favorites, catch-up, recording, search, parental controls and multi-view. The exact split between free and Premium has changed across versions, so treat the table below as a general guide and check the app’s own settings, where Premium-only options are marked.
| Feature | Free version | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Add an M3U, Xtream Codes or Stalker playlist | Yes | Yes |
| Live TV with a grid TV guide (EPG) | Yes | Yes |
| Basic favorites and channel browsing | Yes | Yes, with more customization |
| Multiple playlists at once | Limited | Yes |
| Recording | No | Yes |
| Multi-view (several channels on one screen) | No | Yes |
| Catch-up from the guide | Varies by version | Yes, if your provider supports it |
| Extra interface and guide customization | Limited | Yes |
If you want to see how each feature works once unlocked, our TiviMate user guide covers recording, multi-view, catch-up and the rest step by step.
What the free version is good for
For a lot of households, free TiviMate is enough. It works well if you:
- Use one provider and one playlist.
- Mostly watch live channels and flip through the guide.
- Do not need to record shows or watch two games at once.
- Want to test a provider’s playlist and guide before paying for anything extra.
The free version is also the best way to judge whether TiviMate suits you. Load your playlist, check how fast the guide loads on your device, and see if the remote-friendly layout fits your habits. Only upgrade once you know you will use Premium features.
When Premium is worth paying for
Premium makes sense when you rely on TiviMate as your main TV. The features most people upgrade for are:
- Recording, for saving shows and games to watch later. It needs storage and enough connections from your provider.
- Multi-view, for following several games or news channels together. Each tile uses its own stream and connection.
- Multiple playlists, if you combine more than one source.
- Customization, such as more control over the guide and interface.
If none of these matter to you, stay on the free version. If you are torn between TiviMate and another player, our TiviMate vs IPTV Smarters comparison can help.
How to buy TiviMate Premium officially
Premium is sold through the TiviMate Companion app, published on Google Play by Armobsoft FZE, the same developer as TiviMate. Its listing says it unlocks Premium features on devices without Google Play and lets you manage your activated devices.
- Install TiviMate Companion from Google Play on an Android phone or tablet.
- Create or sign in to your TiviMate account in the Companion app.
- Choose a Premium option and pay inside the app. Check the current price and plan type there, since it changes over time and by region.
- On your TV device, open TiviMate settings, find the Premium or account section and sign in with the same account.
- Use the Companion app later to see or remove activated devices, for example when you replace a streaming stick.
We do not quote a price here because it has changed over time and can vary by region and plan. Annual and lifetime options have been offered in the past. Check what the Companion app shows on the day you buy and confirm how many devices the license covers.
Why not use a “free Premium” APK?
Search results are full of modded APKs promising TiviMate Premium for free. They break the developer’s terms, they get no official updates, and modified APKs from unknown sites can hide malware that steals logins or data. The upgrade is optional, so the safe choices are simple: use the free version, or pay for Premium through the Companion app.
On Fire OS devices, where TiviMate is not in the Amazon Appstore, install it only from the link on the official tivimate.com site. Our TiviMate setup guide shows the full install process.
Which TiviMate option should you choose?
Start free. Add your playlist, set up favorites and use it for a week. If you find yourself wanting to record or watch several channels together, buy Premium through the Companion app. If not, the free version will keep doing the job.
Remember the bigger cost is the service, not the player. If you still need one, our plan, IPTV Journal, is a single 12-month option for $89 with an Xtream Codes login and EPG that work in both the free and Premium versions. You can see the plan details here. IPTV technology is legal, but only use services that hold the rights to their channels.
FAQ
Is TiviMate completely free?
The app is free to download and use for basic live TV with a guide. Premium features such as recording and multi-view need a paid upgrade. Channels are never included; you need your own playlist from a provider.
How much does TiviMate Premium cost?
The price has changed over time and can vary by region and plan, so check the current price inside the TiviMate Companion app before you buy. Annual and lifetime options have been offered at different times.
Where do I buy TiviMate Premium?
Through the official TiviMate Companion app on Google Play, published by Armobsoft FZE. You buy and manage Premium there, then sign in with the same account in TiviMate on your TV device.
Can I use TiviMate free on a Firestick?
Yes, on Fire TV models that run Fire OS, by installing TiviMate from the official website link. Newer Fire TV models running Vega OS cannot run Android apps, so TiviMate does not work on them.
Does TiviMate Premium include channels?
No. Premium unlocks app features only. The developer’s listing states that paid upgrades do not include access to any channels, streams or media.
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