Want to watch IPTV on a bigger screen without installing anything on the TV? With Chromecast, you can cast IPTV from your phone/tablet to your TV in seconds. This guide shows the best setup, the apps that support Chromecast, and quick fixes if casting doesn’t work.
Quick Answer
The easiest way is: Android phone + IPTV app with Chromecast + same Wi-Fi. Open the IPTV channel → tap the Cast icon → select your Chromecast / Google TV. If you don’t see the Cast icon, you need a player that supports casting (see the list below).
Best IPTV Players With Chromecast Support (2026)
Not every IPTV app supports Chromecast. Here’s what to look for and which options are usually easiest on Android. (If you already have a player, jump to Cast icon not showing?)
Chromecast-ready IPTV Player (Android)
- Cast icon visible inside the player
- Supports M3U / Xtream playlists
- EPG support + fast channel switching
IPTV Player + External Casting
- Play on phone, then cast using system tools
- Works when player doesn’t have a cast button
- Depends on device + TV compatibility
Google TV / Chromecast with Google TV
- Install IPTV player directly on the device
- No casting delays
- Best long sessions
How to Cast IPTV to Chromecast (Step-by-Step)
This is the simplest method when your IPTV player supports Chromecast directly.
Your phone and Chromecast / Google TV must be on the same network.
Load your playlist (M3U or Xtream) and open any live channel.
Choose your Chromecast device. The TV will start playing the stream.
If available, select H.264 and set buffer to “Medium/High”.
Troubleshooting: Chromecast IPTV Not Working
Most problems come from Wi-Fi, app permissions, or device compatibility. Use this checklist.
Cast icon not showing?
- Confirm the player supports Chromecast (some don’t).
- Update the app + Google Home app.
- Restart phone + Chromecast.
- Make sure both are on the same Wi-Fi (not guest network).
Video stutters or buffers
- Switch to 5 GHz Wi-Fi if possible.
- Move closer to router / reduce walls between devices.
- Lower stream quality (FHD → HD) if needed.
- Close background downloads on phone.
No sound / audio delay
- Change audio track in the player.
- Toggle “Hardware decoding” on/off.
- Restart casting session.
- Try another channel to confirm it’s not the stream.
Casting disconnects
- Disable battery optimization for the IPTV app.
- Keep the phone screen on (test).
- Update Chromecast firmware in Google Home.
- Use Google TV (install app directly) for daily use.
Best Settings for IPTV + Chromecast (Denmark)
Buffer
Set to Medium/High if your player allows it (helps with evening congestion).
Decoder
Try Hardware decoding first. If audio/video issues happen, switch it.
Wi-Fi
Prefer 5 GHz. Avoid guest networks and VPNs when troubleshooting.
Connections
If you want TV + phone at once, pick a plan with 2 connections.
Want a Denmark-Ready IPTV Setup?
Get the plan, follow the installation guide, and if anything is unclear — message support and tell us your device.