Setup Guide · 2026
IPTV on Chromecast
How to watch IPTV on Chromecast with Google TV via TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro — and how to cast IPTV from your Android phone to any Chromecast. Full 2026 guide.
Short Answer
Chromecast with Google TV supports TiviMate and IPTV Smarters Pro via Google Play — enter your IPTVBROS credentials via Xtream Codes and stream 27,000+ channels. Original Chromecast (no built-in apps): cast from the IPTV Smarters Pro app on your Android phone.
Which Chromecast do you have?
Chromecast with Google TV
4K or HD — has its own remote and home screen
Runs Google TV / Android TV. Install apps directly from Google Play. Best IPTV experience — TiviMate works natively.
→ Use Method 1 below (install apps directly)
Original Chromecast (1st–3rd gen)
No remote, no home screen — cast-only dongle
No built-in app store. Must cast content from another device (phone or tablet). Less ideal for IPTV than the Google TV version.
→ Use Method 2 below (cast from phone)
Method 1: Chromecast with Google TV — install TiviMate
Best method. Full IPTV experience with EPG, 4K, and all features.
- 1
Get IPTVBROS credentials
Start a free trial at iptvbros.com/free-trial — no credit card. You receive Server URL, Username, and Password by email in minutes.
- 2
Open Google Play on your Chromecast with Google TV
From the home screen, navigate to the Google Play Store app (or find it via search). Press the search button on your remote.
- 3
Install TiviMate
Search 'TiviMate IPTV Player' → select it → press Install. The app is free. Alternatively install IPTV Smarters Pro if you prefer its interface.
- 4
Open TiviMate → Add Playlist → Xtream Codes API
Launch TiviMate from your home screen. Tap Add Playlist on the welcome screen. Select Xtream Codes API.
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Enter your IPTVBROS credentials
Enter your Server URL (starts with http://), Username, and Password. Tap Next. All 27,000+ channels and 7-day EPG load in under 60 seconds.
Method 2: Cast IPTV from Android phone to any Chromecast
Works on original Chromecast (1st–3rd gen) and Chromecast with Google TV.
- 1
Install IPTV Smarters Pro on your Android phone
Google Play Store → search 'IPTV Smarters Pro' → install free.
- 2
Add your IPTVBROS credentials
Open IPTV Smarters → Add User → Xtream Codes API → enter Server URL, Username, Password → Add User. Channels load on your phone.
- 3
Ensure phone and Chromecast are on same WiFi network
Both devices must be on the same WiFi network for casting to work.
- 4
Tap the Cast icon in IPTV Smarters Pro
In IPTV Smarters, look for the Cast icon (rectangle with WiFi symbol) in the top bar. Tap it and select your Chromecast device from the list.
- 5
Start playing a channel
Select a channel in IPTV Smarters Pro on your phone. The stream plays on your TV via Chromecast. Use your phone as a remote control.
Note: casting quality depends on your phone's WiFi connection. For best results, use Chromecast with Google TV (Method 1) rather than casting.
IPTV on Chromecast FAQ
Does IPTV work on Chromecast?
Yes. IPTV works on Chromecast with Google TV (the 4K and HD streaming dongles with their own remote and interface) via TiviMate and IPTV Smarters Pro from Google Play. For the original Chromecast (cast-only, no built-in apps), you cast from an IPTV app on your phone or tablet instead.
What is Chromecast with Google TV?
Chromecast with Google TV is Google's streaming dongle that plugs into a TV's HDMI port and runs Android TV/Google TV — giving you access to Google Play apps including TiviMate and IPTV Smarters Pro. It is different from the original Chromecast (which only casts from another device). The 4K version ($50) supports 4K HDR IPTV streams.
How do I add IPTV to Chromecast with Google TV?
On Chromecast with Google TV: open Google Play Store → search 'TiviMate' → install (free). Open TiviMate → Add Playlist → Xtream Codes API → enter your IPTVBROS Server URL, Username, and Password. All 27,000+ channels load in under 60 seconds.
Can I cast IPTV from my phone to Chromecast?
Yes. On Android: open an IPTV app that supports casting (like IPTV Smarters Pro or GSE Smart IPTV) → tap the Cast icon → select your Chromecast. The stream plays on your TV. This works with the original Chromecast (1st/2nd/3rd gen) as well as Chromecast with Google TV.
What IPTV apps work on Chromecast with Google TV?
TiviMate and IPTV Smarters Pro are both available on Google Play for Chromecast with Google TV. TiviMate provides the best linear EPG experience. IPTV Smarters Pro has a Netflix-style grid interface. Both support Xtream Codes API login with IPTVBROS credentials.
Does IPTVBROS work on Chromecast?
Yes. IPTVBROS works on Chromecast with Google TV via TiviMate or IPTV Smarters Pro from Google Play. It also works via cast from Android phones. After setup, you stream 27,000+ channels in HD and 4K Ultra HD on your TV.
What is the difference between Chromecast with Google TV and Firestick for IPTV?
Both work well for IPTV. Chromecast with Google TV: runs Google TV, access to TiviMate and IPTV Smarters Pro, tight Google ecosystem integration. Firestick 4K: also supports TiviMate and IPTV Smarters Pro, plus has slightly better IPTV app options and lower price ($50 vs $30 for Firestick 4K). For IPTV specifically, both are excellent — choose based on your preference for Google vs Amazon ecosystem.
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