TiviMate alternative on Mac, Windows and Linux
TiviMate is an IPTV app well liked on Android TV. Kastideo aims for the same comfort, with one difference: it is free and also runs on Mac, Windows and Linux.
What differs
- Devices. TiviMate is designed for Android TV, Fire TV and Android. Kastideo runs on Mac, Windows, Linux, Android and Android TV: the same guide, categories and configuration from one device to another.
- Price. Some TiviMate features are reserved for its paid Premium offer. Kastideo is free, needs no account, and stays that way.
- Maturity. TiviMate is very polished on Android TV. Kastideo's Android and Android TV version is still a preview, while the Mac version is stable.
| Need | TiviMate | Kastideo |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | Android TV, Fire TV, Android | Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, Android TV |
| Grid TV guide | Yes | Yes, with themes and Tonight view |
| Provider replay | Depends on the provider | Yes, from the TV guide, if an archive exists |
| Scheduled recording | Yes, depending on the offer | Yes, with repeat (Windows, Linux, Android) |
| Several channels on screen | Depends on the offer | MultiView up to 4 channels |
| Movies and series (Xtream) | Yes | Yes, with TMDB pages and resume playback |
| Price | Free offer and paid Premium offer | Free |
Which to choose
If you only watch on an Android TV or a Fire TV and are happy, there is no rush. If you also want to watch on a computer, without paying, with the same organisation everywhere, Kastideo deserves a try. Your sources move between devices through a backup file: see Interfaces and personalisation.
For details: TV guide, replay, MultiView, recording, or Kastideo on Android TV.
Comparison made in November 2026 from the public versions of each software. Features change: always check with the publisher concerned. TiviMate is a trademark of its owner, and Kastideo is not affiliated with any publisher mentioned.