Tvheadend HTSP Client review
A free Kodi PVR add-on for live TV, recordings, EPG data, and timers.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Tvheadend HTSP Client links Kodi with a Tvheadend backend, giving Kodi users a PVR interface for live TV, recordings, electronic program guide (EPG) data, and recording timers. It is aimed at people who already run Tvheadend and want to watch and manage its TV content through Kodi, rather than at viewers looking for a standalone streaming service. The add-on is free, open source under GPL-2.0-or-later, and has builds listed for Windows, macOS, and Android.
Its feature set centers on the PVR workflow: live TV streaming, recording playback, EPG viewing, and timer management. That makes it a focused fit for users whose backend is Tvheadend. It does not claim broader service or ecosystem integrations beyond Tvheadend, and its narrow scope is a limitation for anyone seeking a general-purpose IPTV client or a way to access content without that backend. The published installation options include Kodi's add-on interface and manual ZIP installation.
There is no paid tier to weigh against the free offering. Deployment is self-hosted, and support is community-based, so users should be comfortable maintaining their Tvheadend setup and looking to community channels for help. Choose this add-on if Kodi is your preferred frontend for a Tvheadend installation and the listed PVR features cover your needs. Choose another option if you need a different backend, dedicated support, or capabilities beyond live TV, recordings, EPG data, and timers.
Tvheadend HTSP Client pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Streams live TV and plays Tvheadend recordings in Kodi
- Displays EPG data and supports recording timers
- Free, open source, and distributed through Kodi's add-on interface
- Where it doesn't
- Requires a Tvheadend backend; it is not a standalone TV service
- Its focus is limited to the Tvheadend-to-Kodi connection
- Community support may not suit users who need dedicated assistance
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