Football in the living room, a series in the bedroom and cartoons on the tablet – at the same time. Here is how IPTV works when several people in the family want to watch, and how to choose the right plan without paying for more than you need.
One login = one screen at a time
A normal IPTV subscription allows one stream at a time. You can install it on several devices, but only one of them can play at once. If two people start watching together, one stream stops or the login gets blocked for sharing.
How multi-device plans work
With a 2, 3 or 4-device plan you get separate connections, so each screen streams on its own. Install the same app on every TV, phone or tablet, log in, and everyone can watch different channels at the same time – including on holiday or at the cabin.
What it costs compared to separate subscriptions (12 months)
| Screens | Multi-device plan | Separate 1-device plans | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | €59.99 | €59.99 | – |
| 2 | €89.99 | €119.98 | €29.99 |
| 3 | €129.99 | €179.97 | €49.98 |
| 4 | €159.99 | €239.96 | €79.97 |
How many screens do you need?
- Couples: 2 screens – one in the living room, one in the bedroom or on the phone.
- Families with children: 3 screens so the kids can watch their own channels.
- Home + holiday home: 2 screens so the TV at home still works when you are in Spain or at the cabin. See TV abroad.
- Large households: 4 screens.
Internet for several screens
Add up the speed per screen: about 15–25 Mbit/s for Full HD each. Three Full HD screens need roughly 50–75 Mbit/s. More tips in our buffering guide.
Tip: same app everywhere
Use the same player app on every device so favourites and menus feel the same for the whole family. See the best apps per device.
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