Official addon: PVR IPTV Simple Client
This is the addon to use for any legitimate IPTV subscription. It's maintained directly by the Kodi team, available in the official add-on repository, and supports M3U playlists and XMLTV EPG data with no unofficial sources required.
| Feature | PVR IPTV Simple Client |
|---|---|
| Source | Official Kodi repository |
| M3U support | Yes |
| Xtream Codes support | Via M3U with embedded credentials |
| EPG (XMLTV) | Yes, built-in |
| Maintenance | Actively maintained by Kodi team |
Why avoid third-party "all-in-one" IPTV builds
Addons distributed outside Kodi's official repository can be unmaintained, contain outdated code, or in some cases carry real security risk. For straightforward use with a legitimate subscription, there's no reason to look beyond PVR IPTV Simple Client.
Setting up the addon
See our full Kodi M3U and EPG setup guide for the exact configuration steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
PVR IPTV Simple Client remains the best and most reliable option, being part of Kodi's official repository and directly supported by the Kodi team.
Many are unmaintained or from unverified sources, posing security risks. Official addons from Kodi's repository are the safer choice.