Do Smart TVs Support IPTV? (Samsung, LG, Sony, & More)
You just bought a shiny
new 4K Smart TV. It has Netflix, YouTube, and Prime Video built-in. But does it have IPTV? The answer is yes,
but it depends heavily on the brand of your TV. Not all “Smart” TVs are created equal. Some make it easy to
install IPTV apps, while others make it nearly impossible. In this guide, we will break down which TV brands are
best for IPTV and how to get set up. For the widest compatibility, we recommend using IPTV
Smarters PRO.
Your Smart TV is capable of more than just Netflix.
Android TVs (Sony,
Philips, TCL, Hisense)
If you have an Android
TV, you are in luck. These are the best TVs for IPTV.
Because they run on
Google’s operating system, they have the Google Play Store. You can download all the popular IPTV apps directly:
- IPTV Smarters Pro
- TiviMate (The fan favorite)
- Televizo
Verdict: 10/10. Perfect for IPTV.
Android TV gives you unlimited freedom.
Samsung TVs (Tizen
OS)
Samsung uses its own
system called Tizen. It does not have the Google Play Store.
However, it does have a
few good IPTV apps in its own Samsung App Store:
- IPTV Smarters Pro (Sometimes removed, check store)
- Smart IPTV (Paid app, very popular)
- Nanomid
Verdict: 7/10. Good, but limited app selection.
Samsung’s store has fewer options, but the essentials
are there.
LG TVs (WebOS)
Like Samsung, LG uses
its own system (WebOS). It is very fast and smooth, but also restricted.
You can find these apps
in the LG Content Store:
- IPTV Smarters Pro
- Smart IPTV
- SSIPTV
Verdict: 7/10. Similar to Samsung, good enough for most users.
LG’s interface is beautiful, and Smarters runs great
on it.
What If My TV Isn’t
Supported?
If you have a Vizio,
Panasonic, or an older “dumb” TV, you might not find any IPTV apps in the store.
Don’t panic. You don’t
need a new TV. You just need a streaming stick. Buying an Amazon Fire Stick ($30) or a
Chromecast with Google TV ($50) is cheaper and better than buying a new TV. It plugs into the HDMI port and
gives you a full Android system.
Conclusion
Most modern Smart TVs
support IPTV, but Android TVs are the clear winner for flexibility. If you have a Samsung or LG, you are still
in good shape with apps like Smarters. If your TV is unsupported, a Fire Stick is the perfect solution. Ready to
start watching? Get your subscription from Smarters Pro.
Smart TVs make IPTV feel just like cable, but better.