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This tutorial shows how to install the Flex IPTV App on Apple TV and iOS devices.

Flex IPTV is a ‘freemium’ live TV player that has been available since 2016 and has become a popular choice among Apple TV users for streaming live television.

This application includes a built-in player that handles all popular stream formats, subtitle switching, audio track selection, a video equalizer, and has consistent updates spanning over several years.

Flex IPTV is available through the Apple App Store so it’s compatible with Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.

Below you will find a screenshot guide to install the Flex IPTV app on our Apple TV 4K. After the installation tutorial we will show you how to setup this live TV player by inputting an M3U URL or Xtream Codes login credentials.

TROYPOINT Tip: We suggest reading our pros/cons of this app below the installation steps to determine if this is a good option for you.

How to Install Flex IPTV App on Apple TV

1. Click the App Store from the home screen of your Apple TV 4K.

2. Click the search icon, type in ‘flex‘ and select the result for Flex IPTV with the black and green icon.

3. Click Get or the download icon.

4. Click Open.

5. You are then redirected to the Channels tab by default. Click Settings.

6. Scroll down and under Playlists click Add.

7. Then choose your preferred IPTV login method. The Flex IPTV app offers logins for M3U playlists and Xtream Codes. After entering your login credentials click Download.

TROYPOINT Tip: Here you will need to refer to your IPTV service and login credentials. Typically they will provide login information in your welcome email.

8. Click Accept when you see the License Agreement message.

9. Wait for your playlist data to import.

10. You have successfully installed and setup the Flex IPTV app on your Apple TV device. Simply click any channel to start playing and launch full screen.

11. Before streaming content within the Flex IPTV app, we strongly recommend connecting to Surfshark VPN to hide your online activity and protect yourself from unverified IPTV developers.

See our VPN on Apple TV tutorial for more details and security tips.

Now continue below for our review and more details on the Flex IPTV app.

Flex IPTV App Categories & Details

Flex IPTV delivers a great viewing experience and from the main screen you can navigate between Channels, Favorites, History, and Settings.

The app includes a TV guide (EPG) for viewing channel schedules and programming info.

Other notable features within Flex IPTV include:

• Remote and Local Playlists – Load playlists from a URL or directly from device storage
• Auto-Update Playlists – Automatically refresh playlist data from external sources
• EPG Support – Display program schedules and current show info
• Record Live Streams – Save live TV recordings directly within the app
• Favorite Channels – Add and manage preferred channels in one place
• Channel History – View recently watched channels for fast access
• Auto-Reconnect – Reconnects automatically when a stream drops
• Video Equalizer – Adjust brightness, contrast, and color during playback
• Subtitle and Audio Switching – Change subtitles and audio languages on the fly
• Parental Controls – Restrict access with Touch ID and PIN protection

Flex IPTV App Review

Flex IPTV has been around since late 2016 and focuses on doing the basics well rather than adding dozens of extras. Here’s what our testing revealed:

What We Like

• Available through the official Apple App Store for easy installation
• One-time Pro purchase of $4.99 per platform (no recurring fees)
• Active development with consistent updates spanning over eight years
• Built-in live stream recording directly within the player
• Supports M3U playlist URLs and Xtream Codes login methods
• XMLTV EPG support for viewing channel schedules
• Auto-reconnect feature that restores playback when a stream drops
• Video equalizer for adjusting brightness, contrast, and color during playback
• Subtitle and audio track switching on the fly
• Parental controls with Touch ID and PIN protection
• Channel history section for quick access to recently watched content
• Favorites management to organize preferred channels

What We Don’t Like

• Free version displays ads (some users report ads after every channel change)
• Pro version requires separate purchases for iOS ($4.99) and tvOS ($4.99)
• Crashes reported on Apple TV, especially when loading large playlists with hundreds of channels
• EPG importing can cause the app to freeze or crash
• No picture-in-picture (PiP) support on any platform
• Limited subtitle options with no font, size, or placement customization
• Requires iOS 17.4 or later and tvOS 17.0, cutting off owners of older devices

App Store Reviews

This app scores a 4.4/5 stars on the Apple App Store. The review count is small compared to competitors, but feedback trends positive overall.

One reviewer called it the “best IPTV player today” and praised the one-time purchase model. Another user described the app as “a little clunky but it works and it’s usable while free.”

Negative feedback centers on intrusive ads in the free version and occasional crashes on Apple TV devices.

Premium Version

Flex IPTV follows a freemium model where the base app is free with ads. The Pro version removes advertisements and unlocks faster channel switching along with auto-updating playlists. Here is the current pricing:

• Pro Version for iOS: $4.99 (one-time)
• Pro Version for tvOS: $4.99 (one-time)

Unfortunately the iOS and tvOS purchases are separate, so you will pay $4.99 for each platform.

Is the Flex IPTV App Safe to Use?

The best way to determine the safety of IPTV apps is by scanning them with a virus checker such as VirusTotal.

As you can see, the Flex IPTV application is clean and free of malicious files.

However, users should still proceed with caution using protective measures such as a VPN which will encrypt your online connection and make you completely anonymous.

Final Thoughts from Troy

Flex IPTV stands apart from newer competitors thanks to its multi year track record and straightforward one-time pricing model.

For Apple TV owners who want a reliable player without the bloat, this app deserves consideration.

Have you tried using the Flex IPTV app on your Apple TV device? We want to know your thoughts in the comments below!