United Kingdom
IPTV in the UK: licence, broadband and devices
A straightforward guide for UK households: what the TV Licence rules mean for internet TV, how to get a steady picture on British broadband, and which devices to use.
Kick-off times
A 20:00 UK kick-off, around the world
Handy when you follow teams abroad, or watch with family in another country.
A live match listed at 20:00 UK time
- UK 20:00 London, Manchester, Glasgow, Cardiff
- CET 21:00 Paris, Madrid, Berlin
- ET 15:00 New York, Toronto
- PT 12:00 Los Angeles, Vancouver
The UK and North America change their clocks on different dates in spring and autumn, so for a few weeks each year the gap is one hour smaller than usual.
British broadband
Getting a steady picture on UK broadband
Thick walls, routers by the front door and busy evening networks are the usual culprits in UK homes.
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Know your line
Full fibre and most part-fibre lines are plenty for HD. If you are on a slower copper line, test in the evening before choosing a long plan.
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Move the signal, not the sofa
Routers often sit by the front door where the line comes in. A mesh system or powerline adapters bring a strong connection to the living room.
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Test at peak time
Saturday afternoon and weekday evenings are the busiest times. That is when to judge picture quality.
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Freeview and pay-TV boxes cannot install players
Use a Smart TV app, a Fire TV Stick or a Google TV device instead; your existing box keeps working alongside.
Devices
Devices that work well in UK homes
Most UK households already own at least one of these.
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Smart TVs
Samsung, LG and Android-based TVs
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Fire TV Stick
Fire TV Stick, Stick 4K and Fire TV Cube
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Android and Google TV
TV boxes, phones and tablets
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Apple TV and iPhone
Apple TV 4K, iPhone and iPad
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Computers
Windows PC and Mac
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Something else?
Ask us before you order
Brand names describe compatibility only. kemo iptv is not affiliated with these manufacturers, and app availability can vary by model and region.
Questions from UK viewers
IPTV simply means TV delivered over the internet, and many mainstream services use it. What the law cares about is the content and the licence: you need a TV Licence to watch live TV, and you should only watch content you are entitled to. Our terms require customers to follow UK law.
Prices are listed in USD. If you pay with a UK card, your bank converts the amount at its own rate and may add a small fee.
Yes. It works with any broadband provider. The steadiness of your connection in the evening matters far more than the provider's name.
Message us on WhatsApp at any time. Conversations stay open and are answered in the order they arrive.
See how it looks on your telly
Ask for a free trial and test it on a Saturday afternoon, when UK networks are at their busiest.