Kodi is a free, open-source media player from the XBMC Foundation. It is not available on the App Store for Apple TV, which is why many people never get to try it on the big screen. KTB installs Kodi on your Apple TV, iPhone or iPad and keeps it signed while your subscription is active – no computer and no jailbreak required.
What is Kodi?
Kodi turns your device into a media centre for your own library. It plays video, music and photos stored on your device, on a home network share (such as SMB, NFS or a UPnP/DLNA server) or on a NAS, and presents them with artwork, descriptions and watch status. Its interface is designed for a TV remote, and it can be customised with different skins and settings.
Kodi is developed by the XBMC Foundation. KTB is not affiliated with or endorsed by the XBMC Foundation; we install the app for you and keep it working on your device.
Supported devices and requirements
- Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD running tvOS 16 or later
- iPhone and iPad running iOS / iPadOS 16 or later
- An active KTB subscription – one subscription covers one device
- An internet connection during installation and updates
No Mac or PC is needed, and you do not need to jailbreak your device.
Install Kodi with KTB in three steps
- Choose a plan. Start with the KTB subscription (a free-trial option is available).
- Set up KTB on your device. Follow the KTB Setup Guide to install the KTB management profile and accept the KTB app installation.
- Install Kodi. Open KTB, select Kodi and choose Download & Install. When it finishes, Kodi appears on your Home Screen.
Kodi versions on Apple TV
KTB currently installs Kodi 21.2 “Omega”, the latest stable release we support on tvOS and iOS. We only offer stable versions; beta and release-candidate builds are not installed on customer devices. This page replaces our older per-release news posts.
| Kodi version | Released | Status at KTB |
|---|---|---|
| Kodi 21 “Omega” (21.0 – 21.2) | Release candidate March 2024, final April 2024 | Current – 21.2 installed by default |
| Kodi 20 “Nexus” (20.0 – 20.5) | Beta November 2022, stable January 2023; point releases 20.3 – 20.5 in early 2024 | Superseded – update to Kodi 21 |
| Kodi 19 “Matrix” (19.0 – 19.4) | Beta December 2020, final February 2021; point releases 19.2 – 19.4 in 2021 – 2022 | Superseded – update to Kodi 21 |
Moving from Kodi 19 or 20 to Kodi 21 is a major upgrade: back up your settings first and check that the skins you use are compatible with the new version.
Updating Kodi
When a new stable Kodi release is ready for tvOS and iOS, KTB offers it as an update. Open KTB, select Kodi and choose Update. Your Kodi settings normally carry over, but we recommend making a backup first (see below), especially before moving to a new major version.
Backing up your Kodi settings
Kodi keeps its settings, library database, skins and favourites in its own app storage. Before reinstalling Kodi, updating to a new major version or moving to a new device, use Kodi’s built-in backup options or copy your Kodi data folder to a network share. If you are moving to a new Apple TV, iPhone or iPad, see Transfer your subscription to a new device.
Troubleshooting Kodi
- Kodi says it is no longer available or will not open. Check that your subscription is active in My Account, then reinstall Kodi from KTB. See Troubleshooting.
- Kodi crashes after a tvOS or iOS update. Install the latest Kodi version from KTB.
- The remote does not respond in some screens. Kodi is controlled with the Siri Remote’s touch surface or clickpad; you can also use the Apple TV Remote in Control Centre on your iPhone.
Kodi FAQ
Is Kodi free?
Yes. Kodi itself is free, open-source software. The KTB subscription pays for the installation service and for keeping the app signed on your Apple device.
Do you support third-party add-ons or builds?
No. KTB installs the Kodi app only. We do not provide, recommend or support third-party add-ons, repositories or builds.
Can I use one subscription on several devices?
Each subscription covers one device. You can add a subscription for each Apple TV, iPhone or iPad you want to use.
Can I install Stremio or Nuvio as well?
Yes. The same KTB subscription can install Stremio and Nuvio. Not sure which app suits you? Read Kodi vs Stremio vs Nuvio.
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KTB is an independent installation service, not affiliated with or endorsed by Apple, Kodi/XBMC Foundation, Stremio or Nuvio. We do not provide movies, TV channels, streams or add-ons. Use each app only with content and services you are authorised to access. App names and logos belong to their respective owners.