UHF vs TiviMate: which IPTV player is right for you?
Short answer: choose UHF if you watch on Apple TV, iPhone or iPad, and TiviMate if your home runs on Android TV or Firestick. Both accept an Xtream Codes login, so your UHF IPTV subscription works in either one.
Side by side
| UHF | TiviMate | |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Mac and Android | Android TV, Google TV, Firestick |
| Login | Xtream Codes and M3U | Xtream Codes and M3U |
| TV guide | Built in | Grid guide, very polished |
| Extra features | Depend on the version and upgrade | Some need TiviMate Premium |
| Best for | Apple homes and mixed homes | Android TV and Firestick homes |
Features change between app versions; check each app store listing for the current details.
When UHF is the better pick
On Apple TV there is no TiviMate, so UHF is the obvious choice. It also lets one household use the same player on the TV, iPhone and iPad.
When TiviMate is the better pick
If every TV in the house runs Android TV or a Firestick, TiviMate's grid guide is excellent for daily live TV, with some features behind its paid Premium.
One login, any player
You are never locked in: start with UHF using the free trial, and if you later prefer another player, sign in there with the same details. Setup help: UHF app setup guide · UHF on Android · fixes.
Frequently asked questions
Is UHF better than TiviMate?
It depends on your devices. UHF is the natural choice on Apple TV and iPhone; TiviMate is Android TV only. Both play a UHF IPTV login.
Can I use my UHF IPTV login in TiviMate?
Yes. It is a standard Xtream Codes login, so it works in TiviMate and other players too.
Which player is best on Apple TV?
UHF, because TiviMate is not available on Apple devices.