Quick Summary
On Firestick and Android TV, install BOB Player with the Downloader app and code 815778. On Android phones and tablets, open the APK link in Chrome. On Samsung and LG smart TVs, install it from the TV’s app store, and on iPhone and iPad from the App Store. BOB Player is not available for Windows PC or Mac: use IBO Player instead.
Good to Know: 7-Day Free Trial, No Channels Included
Installing BOB Player is free and every new device gets a 7-day free trial. After the trial, a license is needed for each device; most IPTV providers activate it for free with a 6- or 12-month subscription. BOB Player doesn’t provide any IPTV channels, playlists or subscriptions: you add your own playlist from your IPTV provider.
BOB Player is an IPTV player from the same developer as IBO Player. It works the same way: you install the app, note your Device ID and Device Key, and add your playlist on the BOB Player website. This guide shows step by step, with screenshots, how to install BOB Player on Amazon Firestick, Android TV and Google TV, Samsung and LG Smart TVs, Android phones and tablets, and iPhone and iPad. On Android devices the installed app is called bobtvplayer: it’s the same player.
Where to Install BOB Player on Each Device
| Device | Available? | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Firestick / Fire TV | Yes | Downloader app, code 815778 |
| Android TV / Google TV (Nvidia Shield, Chromecast, TCL, Android box) | Yes | Downloader app, code 815778 |
| Android phone & tablet | Yes | APK link in Chrome |
| Samsung Smart TV | Yes | Samsung Apps |
| LG Smart TV | Yes | LG Content Store |
| iPhone & iPad | Yes | App Store |
| Windows PC | No | Use IBO Player instead |
| Mac | No | Use IBO Player instead |
BOB Player is only a player: it doesn’t provide or sell any IPTV playlists or subscriptions. To watch, you need your own IPTV service with Xtream Codes or an M3U URL.
Download Only From the Links in This Guide
Copies of BOB Player on random websites can be modified or out of date. Use only the Downloader code and links in this guide, or your device’s official app store.
How to Install BOB Player on Firestick
BOB Player is not in the Amazon Appstore, so you install it with the free Downloader app and the BOB Player Downloader code 815778. These steps work on Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Stick 4K, 4K Max, Fire TV Cube and Fire TV smart TVs.
Before you start: install Downloader and allow it to install apps. See our guide on how to install the Downloader app on Firestick.
Step 1: Open Downloader and Select the Address Bar
Open Downloader and select the field that says Click here to enter a URL, Short Code, or Search Term.
Step 2: Enter Downloader Code 815778
Type the BOB Player Downloader code 815778 and select Next.
Step 3: Wait While the APK Downloads
Downloader redirects to the official BOB Player APK (bob.apk, about 78 MB) and downloads it. If you see your TV is not allowed to install unknown apps from this source, select Settings, turn Downloader ON and go back.
Step 4: Select INSTALL
When the download finishes, the installer opens. The app is listed as bobtvplayer. Select INSTALL.
Step 5: Select OPEN
When you see App installed, select OPEN. Back in Downloader, select Delete twice to remove the APK file and free up storage.
Step 6: Note Your Device ID and Device Key
BOB Player opens and your 7-day free trial starts. Write down the Device ID (your MAC address) and the Device Key: you need them to add your playlist on the BOB Player website. Select OK to continue.
Pro Tip
To find BOB Player later, hold the Home button, select Apps, and move it to the front of your apps row.
How to Install BOB Player on Android TV and Google TV
The same Downloader method works on Google TV Streamer, Chromecast with Google TV, Nvidia Shield, Android TV boxes and Android or Google TV smart TVs from TCL, Hisense, Sony, Philips and others.
- Install Downloader by AFTVnews from the Google Play Store. See how to install Downloader on Android TV.
- Open Downloader, select the address bar, type 815778 and select Next.
- If installation is blocked, select Settings and turn on Downloader under Unknown sources (Android TV: Settings > Device Preferences > Security & restrictions; Google TV: Settings > Apps > Security & Restrictions). Then go back.
- When the APK has downloaded, select Install.
- Select Open and note your Device ID and Device Key.
How to Install BOB Player APK on Android Phone and Tablet
On an Android phone or tablet you don’t need Downloader: just open the official APK link in your browser. The screenshots below are from an Honor phone; the buttons are in the same place on Samsung, Xiaomi, Pixel and other brands.
Step 1: Open the APK Link in Chrome
Open Chrome, tap the address bar, paste this link exactly and tap Go:
https://ibodesk.com/bob.apk
Step 2: Tap Download
Chrome asks Download from this site? Tap Download.
Step 3: Wait for the Download
The bob.apk file (about 78 MB) downloads. It takes a few seconds on a fast connection.
Step 4: Tick the Checkbox
Tap the downloaded file. Some phones (Honor, Huawei, Xiaomi and others) show Not verified because the app isn’t from their own store. Tick I understand that this app may pose risks. If your phone asks to allow installs from Chrome, turn on Allow from this source and go back.
Step 5: Tap Install
The Install button is now active. Tap it.
Step 6: Confirm With Install
When asked Do you want to install this app?, tap Install. If Google Play Protect shows a warning, tap More details > Install anyway, but only for the APK from the link in this guide.
Step 7: Wait While It Installs, Then Open It
BOB Player installs in a few seconds. Tap Open. You now see the BOB Player home screen with Live TV, Movies, Series and Settings.
How to Install BOB Player on Samsung Smart TV
On Samsung Smart TVs (Tizen OS), BOB Player is in the TV’s own app store, so no Downloader is needed.
- Press the Home button on your Samsung remote.
- Open Apps and select the search icon.
- Type BobPlayer and open the app.
- Select Install, then Open.
- Note the Device ID and Device Key shown on the screen.
Can’t find it? Availability depends on your TV model and country. Update your TV’s software, or install IBO Player instead.
How to Install BOB Player on LG Smart TV
On LG Smart TVs (webOS), install BOB Player from the LG Content Store.
- Press the Home button on your LG remote.
- Open LG Content Store (or Apps on newer models).
- Select the search icon and type BOB Player.
- Open the app and select Install, then Launch.
- Note the Device ID and Device Key shown on the screen.
If it’s not listed for your TV, use IBO Player instead.
How to Install BOB Player on iPhone and iPad
On iPhone and iPad, the app is listed as BOB PLAYER in the App Store (developer: ibrahim akoum, the same as IBO Player). It’s free to download, with an in-app purchase for the activation.
- Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap Search and type bob player.
- Tap Get next to BOB PLAYER and confirm with Face ID, Touch ID or your Apple ID password.
- Open the app and note your Device ID and Device Key.
Don’t see it in your country’s App Store? Install IBO Player instead: it works the same way.
BOB Player on Windows PC and Mac: Use IBO Player Instead
BOB Player is not available for Windows PC or Mac. When you search “bob player” in the Mac App Store, only IBO Player and other players appear. The best alternative is IBO Player: it’s made by the same developer, uses the same Device ID and Device Key system and works with the same Xtream Codes or M3U playlist.
- Windows PC: download the IBO Player installer (see how to install IBO Player on Windows).
- Mac: get IBO PLAYER from the Mac App Store (see how to install IBO Player on Mac).
Roku, Apple TV and Other Devices
- Roku and Roku TV: BOB Player isn’t available on Roku. Use a Firestick or Google TV device on another HDMI port.
- Apple TV: look for BOB PLAYER in the App Store on your Apple TV; if it isn’t listed, use IBO Player.
- Vizio Smart TV: Vizio doesn’t let you install BOB Player. Plug in a Firestick or Google TV device.
- Android TV box and Nvidia Shield: follow the Android TV steps above with code 815778.
After You Install BOB Player: Free Trial and Next Steps
- 7-day free trial: starts automatically the first time you open the app on a new device.
- Device ID and Device Key: shown on the welcome screen. Keep them private.
- Add your playlist: you don’t type your playlist on the TV. You log in on the BOB Player website shown in the app (bobplayer.com) with your Device ID and Device Key, add your M3U URL or Xtream Codes, then restart the app. It works exactly like activating IBO Player.
- License: after the trial, a license is needed for each device. Most IPTV providers activate it for free with a 6- or 12-month subscription: contact yours with your Device ID.
BOB Player Won’t Install? Quick Fixes
- Install blocked on Firestick: turn on Install unknown apps for Downloader in Settings > My Fire TV > Developer Options.
- Downloader code 815778 doesn’t work: check your internet connection, type the 6 digits again and select Next.
- Download stops or is slow: the APK is about 78 MB. Restart your device and router, then try again.
- “App not installed”: uninstall any old BOB Player first, free up storage, then install again.
- Play Protect blocks the app: tap More details > Install anyway, but only for the APK from this guide.
- Can’t find it on Samsung, LG or iPhone: update the device, or install IBO Player instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I install BOB Player on Firestick?
Install the Downloader app, allow it under Settings > My Fire TV > Developer Options > Install unknown apps, open it, enter the code 815778 and select Install when the download finishes.
What is the Downloader code for BOB Player?
The BOB Player Downloader code is 815778. Type it in the Downloader address bar on Firestick or Android TV and select Next.
Where can I download the BOB Player APK?
On Android phones and tablets, open https://ibodesk.com/bob.apk in Chrome. On Firestick and Android TV, use the Downloader code 815778, which downloads the same APK.
Is BOB Player free?
BOB Player is free to install with a 7-day free trial on every new device. After that a license is needed; most IPTV providers activate it for free with a 6- or 12-month subscription. The app doesn’t include any channels.
How do I install BOB Player on a Samsung Smart TV?
Press Home, open Apps, search for BobPlayer and select Install.
How do I install BOB Player on an LG TV?
Open the LG Content Store, search for BOB Player and select Install.
Is BOB Player available on Windows or Mac?
No. BOB Player is not available for Windows PC or Mac. Install IBO Player instead: it’s from the same developer and works the same way.
Is BOB Player available on iPhone?
Yes. Search for BOB PLAYER in the App Store on iPhone or iPad and tap Get.
What is the difference between BOB Player and IBO Player?
Both come from the same developer and use the same Device ID and Device Key system. They have a different design, and IBO Player is also available on Windows and Mac.
Does BOB Player come with channels?
No. BOB Player is only a player. You add channels with the M3U URL or Xtream Codes from your own IPTV provider.
BOB Player is installed. Next, get your M3U URL or Xtream Codes from your IPTV provider and add your playlist. Browse all BOB Player guides, or see how to download IBO Player.
