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Best streaming device for IPTV
The best devices for IPTV: Nvidia Shield, Apple TV 4K, Google TV, Fire TV 4K and Formuler compared on speed, apps, Ethernet and price.
Quick answer
The Nvidia Shield is the most capable IPTV device, Apple TV 4K is the best for Apple homes, and a Google TV or Fire TV 4K device is the best value. Formuler boxes suit people who want a box built for live TV.
The device decides how fast the guide feels and how stable 4K is.
Compared
| Device | Best player | Ethernet | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nvidia Shield | TiviMate | Built in | Power users, multiview |
| Apple TV 4K | iPlayTV, UHF | Built in (one model) | Apple homes |
| Google TV device | TiviMate | Adapter or built in | Value |
| Fire TV 4K | TiviMate | Adapter | Value, Alexa homes |
| Formuler | MyTVOnline, TiviMate | Built in | Dedicated live TV |
Guides: IPTV on Nvidia Shield, IPTV Trends Apple TV, IPTV on Formuler box. Prices: IPTV box buying guide.
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Best IPTV streaming device: questions and answers
Nvidia Shield for power, Apple TV 4K for Apple homes, Google TV or Fire TV for value.
It is strongly recommended for sport and 4K.
Often, but a stick is usually faster and updated longer.
