BOB Player is a premium IPTV media player for Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac, Vision Pro). It supports M3U playlists and Xtream Codes, streams in up to 4K quality, and includes 6 customisable themes, VLC integration, movie posters, and subtitle support.

Does BOB Player support Xtream Codes?

Yes. BOB Player fully supports Xtream Codes login (server URL, username, password). Simply enter your Zilio Xtream Codes credentials in BOB Player to access 30,000+ live channels instantly.

What is the difference between BOB Player and IBO Player?

BOB Player is exclusively for Apple devices (iOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS) and features 6 themes, VLC integration and movie posters. IBO Player supports a wider range of platforms including Android, Android TV and Amazon Fire TV, but lacks BOB Player's Apple-native UI quality.

BOB Player is free to download from the App Store with a 7-day free trial. An activation purchase (€4.99) unlocks the full app. Note that you also need a separate IPTV subscription like Zilio to access live TV channels.

Which IPTV service works best with BOB Player?

Zilio IPTV is fully compatible with BOB Player via Xtream Codes. Plans start at $15/month and include 30,000+ channels in 4K, EPG guide, and 5 simultaneous connections — perfect for Apple device households.

Does BOB Player work on Apple TV?

Yes. BOB Player requires tvOS 16.6 or later and works on all recent Apple TV models. It's one of the best IPTV players available for Apple TV, offering a full TV remote-optimised interface with 4K stream support.

How do I activate BOB Player?

Download BOB Player from the App Store, start your 7-day free trial, then purchase the in-app activation for €4.99. After activating, add your Zilio Xtream Codes credentials to start watching 30,000+ channels.

Can I use IBO Player and BOB Player with the same IPTV subscription?

Yes. A single Zilio IPTV subscription works on both BOB Player (Apple devices) and IBO Player (multi-platform). Zilio allows up to 5 simultaneous connections, so your whole household can use different apps with one account.

BOB Player IPTV Setup & Activation 2026

What is BOB Player?

BOB Player is a premium IPTV media player built exclusively for the Apple ecosystem — iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. It connects to any IPTV service via M3U playlist or Xtream Codes, giving you access to thousands of live TV channels, movies, and series with up to 4K UHD quality.

Unlike most IPTV apps, BOB Player focuses entirely on Apple's native experience. It features a clean, remote-friendly interface for Apple TV, smooth 4K playback powered by VLC integration, and six customisable visual themes that look great on every Apple display.

💡 BOB Player is the app — Zilio IPTV is the subscription. You need both: BOB Player handles the playback, Zilio provides the 30,000+ channels. This guide covers both.

BOB Player IPTV showing 4K channels on Apple TV and iPhone with Zilio subscription

BOB Player Key Features

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4K UHD Streaming

Butter-smooth 4K streams on Apple TV 4K and compatible iOS devices. Supports HDR and Dolby Vision where available.

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6 Visual Themes

Choose from 6 customisable interface themes to match your taste — dark, light, minimal, and more.

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VLC Integration

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Movie Posters & Trailers

VOD sections display rich movie posters and trailer previews — a cinematic browsing experience, not a plain list.

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Subtitle Support

Multi-language subtitle selection for movies and series. Perfect for watching international content in your preferred language.

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All IPTV Formats

Supports M3U, M3U8, Xtream Codes, TS, RTMP, MMS, MMSH, HTTP host, and UDP streams out of the box.

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All Apple Devices

One app, every Apple screen: iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. Buy once, use everywhere.

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Fast Channel Loading

Optimised buffering engine loads channels in under 2 seconds. Minimal re-buffering even on congested networks.

Supported Devices

BOB Player requires the following minimum OS versions:

📱 iPhone — iOS 15.6+ 📋 iPad — iPadOS 15.6+ 📺 Apple TV — tvOS 16.6+ 💻 Mac — macOS 11.0+ 🥽 Apple Vision Pro — visionOS 1.0+

⚠️ Apple-only: BOB Player is not available on Android, Windows, or Amazon Fire TV. If you need a cross-platform player, see IBO Player in the comparison below.

How to Set Up BOB Player with Zilio IPTV

Setup takes under 5 minutes. You need BOB Player installed and your Zilio credentials (sent by email after purchase).

Download BOB Player from the App Store

Search for "BOB Player" on the App Store on your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Mac. Tap Get — it's free to download with a 7-day trial. Direct App Store link →

Purchase your Zilio IPTV subscription

Go to Zilio's BOB Player activation page and choose your plan. Within minutes you'll receive your Xtream Codes credentials (server URL, username, password) by email or WhatsApp.

Open BOB Player and tap "Add Playlist"

Launch BOB Player. On the home screen tap the + button or "Add Playlist". Select Xtream Codes as the input method.

Enter your Zilio Xtream Codes details

Fill in three fields: Server URL, Username, Password — all provided in your Zilio confirmation email. Tap Connect.

Start watching 30,000+ channels in 4K

Your full Zilio channel list — live TV, sports, VOD, series — loads in seconds. Browse by category or search by name. Enjoy 4K UHD with no buffering.

BOB Player vs IBO Player — Full Comparison

Both BOB Player and IBO Player are popular IPTV apps that work with Zilio subscriptions. Here's how they compare so you choose the right one for your devices:

Feature	🎬 BOB Player	▶️ IBO Player
iPhone / iPad	✓ Native Apple UI	✓ Supported
Apple TV	✓ tvOS 16.6+	~ Limited
Mac (macOS)	✓ macOS 11+	✗ Not available
Apple Vision Pro	✓ visionOS 1.0+	✗ Not available
Android / Android TV	✗ Apple only	✓ Full support
Amazon Fire TV	✗ Not supported	✓ Supported
Smart TV (Samsung/LG)	✗ Not supported	✓ Via portal
Xtream Codes	✓ Full support	✓ Full support
M3U Playlist	✓ M3U / M3U8	✓ M3U / M3U8
4K UHD Streams	✓ 4K + HDR	✓ 4K
EPG (TV Guide)	✓ Included	✓ Included
Movie Posters / VOD UI	✓ Rich posters + trailers	~ Basic
VLC Engine	✓ Built-in	✗ Own engine
Customisable Themes	✓ 6 themes	~ 2 themes
Subtitles	✓ Multi-language	✓ Supported
App Price	Free + €4.99 activation	Free + activation fee
Free Trial	✓ 7-day trial	✓ Trial available
Best for	Apple households	Mixed devices

💡 Verdict: If everyone in your home uses Apple devices, BOB Player wins — it's purpose-built for the Apple ecosystem with a far superior UI. If your household has a mix of Apple, Android, Fire TV, and Smart TV, IBO Player covers all bases. Either way, a single Zilio subscription works on both.

IBO Player Official Tutorials

For step-by-step video tutorials on IBO Player setup across all platforms, the official IBO Solutions YouTube channel covers everything from activation to advanced configuration:

Real user reviews from BOB Player and IBO Player IPTV users in UK sharing their streaming experience

Which Player Should You Use?

Choose BOB Player if:

You use iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV as your primary streaming device
You want the best-looking IPTV UI on Apple TV with remote navigation
You watch a lot of VOD / movies and want poster artwork and trailers
You stream on a Mac or have an Apple Vision Pro
You value theme customisation and VLC-powered stability

Choose IBO Player if:

You have a mix of Android, Fire TV, Smart TV, and Apple devices
You need a single app across all screens in the household
Your TV runs Android TV or Amazon Fire OS
You want one unified setup for a multi-room home

💡 Pro tip: A Zilio subscription supports 5 simultaneous connections, so you can run both BOB Player and IBO Player on different devices with the same credentials. No need to choose — use the best app for each screen.

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Frequently Asked Questions

BOB Player is a premium IPTV media player built exclusively for Apple devices — iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. It supports M3U playlists and Xtream Codes login, streams up to 4K UHD quality, and includes 6 customisable themes, VLC integration, movie posters with trailers, and subtitle support.

Yes. BOB Player fully supports Xtream Codes (server URL, username, password). Simply enter your Zilio credentials when adding a playlist — your 30,000+ channels load instantly.

BOB Player is Apple-only (iOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS) and excels in UI quality, themes, movie posters and VLC integration. IBO Player covers more platforms — iOS, Android, Android TV, Fire TV, Smart TV — making it the better choice for mixed-device households. Both work with any Zilio IPTV subscription.

BOB Player is free to download from the App Store with a 7-day free trial. A one-time in-app activation purchase (€4.99) unlocks the full app. You also need a separate IPTV subscription such as Zilio (from $15/month) to access live TV channels.

Zilio IPTV is fully compatible with BOB Player via Xtream Codes. Plans start at $15/month and include 30,000+ channels in 4K UHD, full EPG guide, catch-up TV, and 5 simultaneous connections — perfect for an Apple household with multiple devices.

Yes. BOB Player requires tvOS 16.6 or later and is fully optimised for Apple TV remote navigation. It supports 4K UHD streams and provides one of the best IPTV experiences available on Apple TV.

Yes. A single Zilio subscription (up to 5 simultaneous connections) works on both BOB Player and IBO Player at the same time. Use BOB Player on your iPhone and Apple TV, IBO Player on an Android TV box — all from the same Zilio account.

The official IBO Solutions YouTube channel @ibosol.official publishes step-by-step activation and setup guides for IBO Player on all supported platforms.

BOB Player IPTV: Complete Setup & Activation Guide 2026