# TVfootend — a beautiful way to watch TV

> Watch live and recorded TV on Apple devices with a TVheadend server. (iPhone/iPad app by Oebele Beetstra.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tvfootend/id1539269151 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Oebele Beetstra](https://appshunter.io/developer/1330387004)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: $3.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 64 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), European Spanish
- Released: 2021-01-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tvfootend/id1539269151/reviews.md

## What is TVfootend?

Watch live and recorded TV shows on your iPhone, iPad or Apple TV!
You can check the program guide, search for a certain show, and then schedule a show or a whole series for recording.

This app works in combination with a TVheadend server in your network.
It is available in English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch.

Please make sure to use channel icons and an XMLTV source for your EPG info that contains lots of images.

## Key features

- Live TV streaming
- Recorded TV playback
- Program guide browsing
- Show search functionality
- Series recording scheduling
- Multi-device support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tvfootend/id1539269151/reviews.md

### 1/5 — authentication error when playing videos

*2025-07-10*

iphone: I am able to connect to the server and can see EPG.
When trying to play video I am getting an authentication error.
The error message tells me to set the tvheadnserver to both plain and digest.
Unfortunately my server are is already set to this option.

So bascially I am stuck and cannot play recordings.
My tvheadend server is in a docker on my home server.

macos: I have tested the app. In this setup I have a docker container locally running on my Mac. I also can connect to the server and in this case I can also play back videos.
Unfortunately the administration of recording is crashing the app.

summary: nice interface bug super buggy and in my case not ready for productive use.

Kodi is working in all setups flawlessly.

### 5/5 — Läuft perfekt auf allen Geräten

*2025-06-26*

In der aktuellen Version 1.21 läuft der Client perfekt auf AppleTV und IOS. Manuelle Einrichtung durchführen, dann läuft alles flüssig, stabil und zuverlässig.

### 5/5 — Working well for

*2025-02-15, version 1.0.109*

Works great with a pi4 tvheadend and freeview on Apple TV and iOS

### 1/5 — Rubbish

*2025-01-19, version 1.0.109*

Does not detect my Tvheadend server and unable to add IP manually.  How do I get my money back from this utter rubbish

### 1/5 — Server not discovered

*2024-12-30*

Overall it seems to have potential. But as my Server is not discovered it remains useless. It‘s a paid app, so please fix this. If you send me an official support email address, I‘m happy to help investigating and testing

**Developer response:** Please update to the latest version of TVfootend, version 1.2.1. You can now enter the address and port number of your TVheadend server manually.

### 1/5 — Schade

*2024-12-30*

Die Vorschaubilder sehen recht vielversprechend aus. Leider kann ich mich noch nicht einmal zu meinem Server verbinden, da die automatische Suche nichts findet. Sehr frustrierend und das Geld nicht wert.

**Developer response:** Please update to the latest version of TVfootend, version 1.2.1. You can now enter the address and port number of your TVheadend server manually.

### 2/5 — Could be great

*2021-10-16, version 1.0*

Lovely presentation of the tv schedule, great playback of live TV.  Crashes to Home Screen when attempting to play recordings or use search.  Would be helpful to be able to add a remote server URL manually and not have to be on the same network.  Shows promise but really is not worth it’s value currently.

### 2/5 — Live TV: ja, Aufnahmen: stürzt ab

*2021-04-10*

Die App bedient sich ganz gut und Live TV finde ich sehr gut gelungen. Leider stürzt die App immer ab, wenn ich die fertigen Aufnahmen öffnen möchte und mitunter stürzt die App auch im EPG ab. Dafür finde ich den Preis noch nicht in Ordnung! Bitte so schnell wie möglich nachbessern.

**Developer response:** Does your server transcode the recordings? If so, please switch that off and record the raw mpeg2 or mp4 streams.

### 1/5 — Noch nicht so richtig zu gebrauchen

*2021-03-06*

- Der Server kann nicht manuell hinzugefügt werden nur über die lokale Suche. 
- keine Icons zu sehen
- beim Klick auf die „Aufnahmen“ stürzt die App ab

Für eine kostenpflichtige App nicht tragbar! Bitte fixen!

**Developer response:** Please update to the latest version of TVfootend, version 1.2.1. You can now enter the address and port number of your TVheadend server manually.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work - avoid

*2021-02-26, version 1.0*

Very simply it doesn’t work. On opening the app it presents a screen to select your server but doesn’t detect the server and doesn’t offer an option to specify the IP address manually. So that’s that. Also there doesn’t appear to be any way to contact the developer.

## Frequently asked questions about TVfootend

### What is TVfootend?

TVfootend is an application that allows you to watch live and recorded TV shows on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV. It requires a TVheadend server to function.

### How much does TVfootend cost?

TVfootend is a paid application, priced at $3.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required after the initial purchase.

### What devices does TVfootend support?

TVfootend is compatible with Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work seamlessly across the Apple ecosystem.

### Does TVfootend have ads?

No, TVfootend does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free viewing experience.

### What languages is TVfootend available in?

TVfootend is available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Dutch, catering to a global audience.

### How often is TVfootend updated?

The latest version of TVfootend is 1.3, last updated on January 2, 2026. While the last update date is in the future, it indicates ongoing development and support.

### What is the age rating for TVfootend?

TVfootend has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests it contains content generally considered appropriate for young children.

### Can I record TV shows with TVfootend?

Yes, TVfootend allows you to schedule recordings for individual TV shows or entire series. This feature works in conjunction with your TVheadend server.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.9 — 2026-04-26

This version 1.3.9 will be the last version for TVfootend. The app is based on technology that is no longer supported.
Soon a new app called OmniMedia will be released, that provides the same functionality as TVfootend and a lot more!

### 1.3 — 2026-01-02

- The subtitle and audio tracks you select are now remembered per channel.
- Multiple recordings of the same TV program are now shown in a nicer way.
- A few small bugs were fixed.

### 1.2.1 — 2025-04-24

You can now enter the address and port number of your TVheadend server manually.
And, if available in your EPG source, you can now see more information about the programs in the guide: category and credits are now displayed as well.
With this version you can also search for programs using these metadata.

### 1.2 — 2025-04-21

If available in your EPG source, you can now see more information about the programs: category and credits.
With this version you can also search for programs using these metadata.

### 1.0.109 — 2024-12-26

One bug was fixed, so you can now close a playing radio station.
And another bug was fixed, so you can now scroll around in the EPG again.

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## Related topics

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