Platform guide

Set Up IPTV on LG Smart TV (webOS) (2026)

LG Smart TVs run on webOS, a proprietary operating system that, like Samsung’s Tizen, is not compatible with Android. The selection of native IPTV players is therefore limited here as well: of the ten players listed on the portal, only IBO Pro Player and iMPlayer are currently available in the LG Content Store.

For all other players, the same principle applies as with Samsung TVs: either use screen mirroring from a smartphone, often called “Screen Share” on LG devices, or connect an additional streaming device via HDMI to access the full selection of Android or iOS players.

On webOS, IBO Pro Player and iMPlayer support the same core functions as on other platforms: adding an M3U playlist and using an Xtream Codes login for your own legal IPTV provider.

Players compared

Player	Price	Platforms	Rating	Users praise
ibo Pro Player	Free	App Store		Support praisedStability praised
iMPlayer TV IPTV Player	Free	Google Play		Usability praisedStability praised

Pros and cons

Advantage: installation directly through the LG Content Store, with no sideloading or additional device required when using IBO Pro Player or iMPlayer.
Advantage: the webOS interface is designed for simple remote navigation, which is also reflected in the available IPTV apps.
Advantage: a connected streaming device, such as a Fire TV Stick, Android TV box or Chromecast with Google TV, makes the TV usable independently of its own operating system.
Keep in mind: most of the ten players listed on the portal were not built for webOS and do not appear in the LG Content Store.
Keep in mind: older webOS versions sometimes no longer receive new app updates, which can further limit the selection.

Top 3 recommendations

IBO Pro Player is listed as a native webOS app in the LG Content Store. Best for users who want to start directly on the LG TV without an additional device.

iMPlayer is also available for webOS and additionally runs on Android, Fire TV and Samsung Tizen. Best for households with different TVs and streaming devices that want to use one consistent player across all platforms.

Alternative using a streaming device: For all other eight players, a Fire TV Stick or Android TV box connected via HDMI is recommended. The LG TV then serves only as the display while the player runs on the additional device.

How to set it up

Setting up IBO Pro Player on LG webOS as an example

Press the Home button on the LG remote and open the LG Content Store.
Search for “IBO Pro Player” and install the app.
Open the app and choose the access method: Xtream Codes login or your provider’s M3U playlist URL.
Enter your credentials and let the channel list load.
Add the EPG source if it is not retrieved automatically through Xtream Codes.
Alternative without a suitable app: open the Screen Share function on the smartphone, select the LG TV as the target device and mirror the desired player screen.

Frequently asked questions

Why can’t I find TiviMate or Smarters Player Lite in the LG Content Store?

LG TVs run on webOS, not Android or iOS. These players were never ported to webOS and are therefore not available in the Store.

What is Screen Share on LG and what is it used for?

Screen Share is LG’s screen-mirroring feature, which allows the screen of a smartphone or tablet, including a running IPTV player, to be displayed on the TV.

Is it worth adding a streaming device to an LG TV?

If you need a specific player that is not available for webOS, yes. A device connected via HDMI provides access to the full player selection regardless of the TV’s operating system.

Does iMPlayer work the same way on LG as on Fire TV or Samsung?

The core functions are comparable, but the controls are adapted to the remote of each platform.

Do I need an internet connection for Screen Share?

Yes, the smartphone and TV must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for the connection to work.

Tips & legal M3U sources

As with Samsung TVs, Screen Share on LG transmits the screen content over Wi-Fi, and an overloaded 2.4 GHz network causes stuttering more quickly than a native app. For regular use, a native webOS app (IBO Pro Player, iMPlayer) or an additional device connected via LAN cable is more stable than frequent screen mirroring.

Sources and reproducible checks

Store ratings describe feedback from store users. The review texts we classify are a separate sample; their number is not the denominator of the rating. Neither dataset is our own device test.

Store export generated: 2026-10-18
Latest dated store observation in this export: 2026-10-18
Curated feature matrix source date: 2026-07-23

These dates refer to different sources. A new export does not recheck the curated features. Older feature, price and availability statements need a fresh check in the official listing for your device and country.

Store screenshots are supplied by the app publishers, not captured in our own tests. Store presence alone does not establish support for every TV model, input format or playback setup. TELOS belongs to this website operator; its availability must also be checked for the exact platform.

Check one variable at a time: validate a nonprivate playlist sample, measure on the actual playback device, then compare the official device and input requirements. Record device, app version, date and the result before changing another setting.

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