TiviMate Free vs Premium — Full Comparison
TiviMate offers a generous free version, but Premium unlocks the features that turn it into a full DVR and multi-account IPTV powerhouse. Here's exactly what changes:
| Feature | TiviMate Free | TiviMate Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Playlists / accounts | 1 only | Up to 10 |
| Live TV recording | Not available | Full DVR recording |
| Catch-up / archive TV | Not available | Full catch-up access |
| Parental controls | Not available | PIN-protected channels |
| External player support | Limited | VLC, MX Player, any player |
| Panel management | Not available | Xtream panel integration |
| Scheduled recordings | Not available | Schedule from EPG guide |
| Cost | Free | $4.99/year |
Premium Features Explained
Live TV Recording
Record any live channel to internal storage, SD card, or USB drive. Schedule recordings from the EPG guide — set it and forget it like a cable DVR.
Multiple Playlists
Add up to 10 separate M3U or Xtream accounts. Switch between IPTV providers or accounts instantly from the main menu without reconfiguring.
Catch-Up TV
Watch programs that already aired — if your IPTV provider supports catch-up/archive, TiviMate Premium displays a rewind icon on supported channels.
Parental Controls
Lock specific channels, groups, or the entire app behind a PIN. Essential for households with children — lock adult content categories completely.
External Player
Open any stream in VLC, MX Player, or any installed video player. Useful for streams that TiviMate's built-in ExoPlayer struggles with.
Scheduled Recordings
Long-press any EPG entry and select Record. TiviMate will automatically start and stop recording at the scheduled broadcast time.
How to Buy TiviMate Premium
TiviMate Premium is purchased through the TiviMate Companion app on the Google Play Store — it cannot be purchased directly on Fire Stick or Android TV. Here's the process:
- On your Android phone or tablet, open Google Play StoreTiviMate Companion is only available on the Android mobile Play Store — not on Fire Stick
- Search for "TiviMate Companion" and install itThe app is free to install — Premium is an in-app purchase
- Open TiviMate Companion → tap "Premium"Select annual ($4.99/yr) or check for lifetime option if available
- Complete purchase via Google Play billingPayment goes through your Google account's payment method
- Note your Premium account email (Google account)You'll need this to link your Fire Stick or Android TV
- On Fire Stick / Android TV: open TiviMate → Settings → PremiumEnter the same Google email used to purchase — Premium activates within minutes
One license, all devices: A single TiviMate Premium purchase covers all devices linked to the same Google account — no need to buy separately for each Fire Stick or Android TV box.
How to Set Up Recording in TiviMate Premium
- Connect a USB drive or ensure internal storage is availableRecording requires storage space — USB drive recommended on Fire Stick
- TiviMate → Settings → Recording → Storage LocationPoint TiviMate to your USB drive or internal storage folder
- To record now: long-press on any channel → RecordRecording starts immediately and saves to your chosen storage location
- To schedule: open EPG guide → long-press a program → Schedule RecordingTiviMate automatically starts and stops at the program's broadcast time
- View recordings: Main menu → Archive → RecordingsBrowse and playback all recorded content from the Archive section
Best IPTV Service for TiviMate Premium
To get the most out of TiviMate Premium features — especially catch-up TV and multiple playlists — you need an IPTV provider that fully supports Xtream Codes and the complete TiviMate API:
| TiviMate Premium Feature | What Your IPTV Provider Needs | Our Service |
|---|---|---|
| Catch-up / archive TV | Provider must support archive/timeshift API | Supported |
| EPG guide (14-day) | XMLTV feed with 7–14 days of data | 14-day EPG |
| Multiple playlists | Multiple Xtream or M3U credentials | Multiple connections available |
| 4K recording | 4K stream delivery at 25+ Mbps | 4K channels available |
| VOD in TiviMate | VOD library via Xtream Codes API | 60,000+ VOD titles |
| Series / episodes | Series section in Xtream API | Full series library |
Frequently Asked Questions
TiviMate Premium unlocks: recording of live TV to local storage, multiple playlists (up to 10), catch-up TV / archive access, parental controls with PIN, external player support, and panel-based IPTV management. The free version is limited to one playlist and no recording.
TiviMate Premium costs $4.99 per year (annual subscription) purchased through the TiviMate Companion app on Google Play. It is one of the best-value upgrades in IPTV.
Install TiviMate Companion on an Android phone or tablet, purchase Premium through Google Play, then open TiviMate on your Fire Stick → Settings → Premium and enter the same Google account email. Premium features activate within minutes.
Yes — TiviMate Premium works on all Fire Stick models, Android TV boxes, NVIDIA Shield, and Android phones/tablets. The Premium license applies to all devices linked to the same Google account.
Free TiviMate supports 1 playlist, no recording, no catch-up TV, and no parental controls. Premium unlocks up to 10 playlists, live TV recording, catch-up archive, parental PIN, and external player support.
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50,000+ channels, 14-day EPG, catch-up TV, and 60,000+ VOD — all fully compatible with TiviMate Premium features.
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