IPTV Smarters is the most widely used IPTV player in the UK because it runs on nearly everything and is simple to use. For an overview of its features, see our IPTV Smarters Pro page. This guide is the practical setup walkthrough.
Key features
- Live TV, Movies and Series sections.
- Built-in TV guide and catch-up.
- Multi-screen view on supported devices.
- Parental controls and favourites.
- Multiple user profiles.
Setting up Smarters on Firestick
- Enable Developer Options (Settings → My Fire TV → About → click the device name seven times).
- Install Downloader from the Amazon Appstore.
- Allow Downloader to install unknown apps (Developer Options).
- Use Downloader to install Smarters from its official source.
Full walkthrough: Firestick setup guide.
Signing in
Method 1: Xtream Codes API (recommended)
- Open Smarters → Login with Xtream Codes API.
- Enter a name, your username, password and server URL (with
http://and port). - Tap Add user.
Method 2: M3U URL
- Choose Load your playlist or file/URL.
- Select M3U URL, give it a name and paste your link.
- Add the EPG URL separately if the guide doesn't appear.
Recommended settings
| Setting | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Player selection | Built-in player; try "Hardware decoder" first |
| Stream format | Default (HLS/TS) — switch if a channel won't play |
| Time format | 24-hour |
| EPG time shift | 0 if the device is set to UK time |
| Automatic EPG update | On, once per day |
Smarters on other devices
- Smart TV: availability varies on Samsung/LG; Android TVs use the Play Store. See Smart TV guide.
- Android & iPhone: install from the Play Store or App Store.
- Windows & Mac: desktop versions are available from the developer.
Troubleshooting
Channels won't load
Check login details and expiry, then refresh. See login help.
Buffering
Use Ethernet or 5 GHz Wi-Fi and try changing the player decoder. See buffering fixes.
Guide missing
Refresh the EPG and check time settings — see EPG setup.
Pro tips
- Use profiles for different family members.
- Hide unwanted categories via the menu in Live TV.
- Use multi-screen for match days.
Get started
Request a free trial login and you'll be watching in Smarters within minutes.
