What Inext does

Inext is a Kyiv, Ukraine-based B2B hardware-and-software company founded in 2011 that designs, brands, and supplies Android TV set-top boxes (STBs) and IPTV/OTT media players to ISP operators and television service providers. Its product portfolio spans four Android STB models — the entry-level inext TV5 (Allwinner H3131, 1GB/8GB, Android 10), TV5 Ultra (H3132, 2GB/16GB, Android 10), TV6 (H618, 2GB/16GB, Android 12 with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi AC), and the flagship TV6 Ultra (H618 quad-core, 4GB DDR3, 32GB eMMC, 4K UHD H.265 at 60fps over HDMI 2.0a, dual-band Wi-Fi AC, Bluetooth 5.0, Android 12 AOSP) — all engineered for white-label operator deployment. Hardware is produced via OEM partners in Shenzhen (China) and Taiwan and shipped globally; the company has cumulatively shipped 700K+ devices across 15 countries serving 250+ B2B operator customers, with 248,193 devices currently active and 99.4% online.

Inext monetizes through three streams: (i) one-time hardware sales of branded STBs to operators; (ii) recurring subscription revenue from the proprietary Alcatraz DMS cloud-based device management platform, which provides real-time fleet monitoring, staged OTA firmware updates, TR-069/CWMP provisioning, push notifications, and (as of June 2026) MTR network-path diagnostics under the Alcatraz Pro SKU; and (iii) professional services covering white-label customization, custom IPTV/OTT applications, operator launchers, and the inext Remote mobile companion app (iOS/Android). Pricing is quote-based with multi-year enterprise contracts, distributed via direct B2B sales with 'Contact Sales' and 'Order Demo' CTAs and supported by participation in telecom industry events such as AGC 2026 (Brazil) and RTIME 2026 (USA). The customer base is concentrated in Eastern Europe and CIS markets (Kyivstar, Ukrtelecom, Datagroup, Vega, Volya, MEGOGO, Sweet.tv, Beeline Kazakhstan, Sarkor Telecom, OK.TV) with growing presence in Western Europe (Tel-Kab Poland, Conecta/Balear in Spain) and Central Asia. Ownership, financial backing, and revenue figures are not disclosed in source materials.

Name

Inext

Legal name

inext

Website

https://inext.ua

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Inext is a Kyiv, Ukraine-based B2B provider (founded 2011) of Android TV set-top boxes and the proprietary Alcatraz DMS device-management platform, serving 250+ ISP operators and TV providers across 15 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IPTV/OTT Set-Top Boxes

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429)

SIC

Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Wholesale-Electrical Appliances, Tv & Radio Sets (5064)

akta.pro primary industry

Set‑Top Box & IPTV/OTT Access Devices (Operator CPE) (HDAFAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pay-TV Value-Added Services (DVR, VOD, TV Everywhere, Apps) (MPABAGAG), Wholesale/White-Label Pay-TV Platform Operators (MPABAGAE)

Keywords

• Android TV set-top boxes
• IPTV/OTT solutions
• Device management platform
• Operator streaming hardware
• White-label IPTV equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyiv

HQ country

Ukraine

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales (Android TV STB): Sale of Android TV set-top boxes (inext TV5, TV5 Ultra, TV6, TV6 Ultra) to ISP and TV operators. One-time hardware purchase with bundled software. Hardware is sold with full customization options for operator branding.
2. Device Management Platform (Alcatraz DMS): Cloud-based device management platform subscription for fleet monitoring, OTA updates, diagnostics, and TR-069 management. Likely subscription-based recurring revenue from operators managing device fleets.
3. Customization and Branding Services: White-label, co-branding, custom IPTV applications, operator launchers, and mobile app development services. Professional services for brand adaptation and custom UI/UX design.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Inext manufactures and supplies Android TV set-top boxes (inext TV5, TV5 Ultra, TV6, TV6 Ultra) paired with the proprietary Alcatraz DMS device management platform for ISP operators and TV service providers. The company offers a unified IPTV/OTT stack including white-label hardware, custom IPTV/OTT player applications, branded mobile companion apps (inext Remote), and full customization/branding services delivered to operators across 15 countries.

Product overview

Inext provides a unified IPTV/OTT solution for ISPs and TV operators consisting of Android TV set-top boxes (inext TV5, TV5 Ultra, TV6, TV6 Ultra) paired with the Alcatraz DMS device management platform. The hardware lineup ranges from budget models to flagship 4K UHD devices, all running on a single Android platform with unified management. Additional offerings include the inext Remote companion app for mobile device control, custom IPTV applications, and white-label/branding customization services. The company has shipped over 700K devices across 15+ countries serving 250+ B2B operator customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Alcatraz DMS: Device management system for operators - provides fleet monitoring, firmware updates, TR-069 support, push notifications, and device diagnostics.
• Alcatraz Pro
• inext Remote

Products and services

• inext TV5 Android TV set-top box with 4K UHD support, H3131 chipset, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage, running Android 10. Designed for budget-conscious ISP and TV operator projects.
• inext TV5 Ultra Android TV set-top box with 4K UHD support, H3132 chipset, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, running Android 10. Mid-range model with enhanced memory and storage over the TV5.
• inext TV6

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.4% device uptime across managed fleet
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers24 records

Segments1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Manufacturing Partners (Shenzhen)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerManufacturing partners located in Shenzhen, China for production of Android TV set-top box hardware. Part of inext's supply chain for manufacturing devices before global shipping.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sagemcom: One of Europe's largest STB and broadband CPE manufacturers, supplying IPTV/OTT set-top boxes and device management to major Tier-1 telcos. Direct competitor to inext in the operator-grade Android/4K STB segment.
• Vantiva (formerly Technicolor): Global leader in operator-grade STBs and home gateways, supplying tier-1 telcos worldwide with Android TV and RDK devices. Directly comparable to inext in product category and operator-customer focus.
• CommScope (formerly ARRIS): Major manufacturer of cable, IPTV and Android TV set-top boxes for global pay-TV operators, with deep TR-069 device management heritage. Closely comparable on hardware, device management and operator customer base.
• Kaon Media: Korean STB and broadband device maker focused on IPTV/OTT operators in EMEA, LATAM and APAC, offering Android TV and Linux-based devices plus middleware. Most comparable in scale, customer type and geographic mix to inext.
• Amino Technologies: UK-based provider of IPTV/OTT set-top boxes and device management software (including the Vela/OmniHub stack) primarily serving mid-tier operators in EMEA and Americas. Directly comparable in customer profile and integrated hardware+software offering.
• SDMC Technology: China-based Android TV and Hybrid STB manufacturer targeting global ISPs and OTT operators with Google TV-licensed devices. Comparable as an Asian ODM-style Android STB supplier to operators similar to inext's.
• Humax: Korean STB and gateway maker with strong EMEA footprint, providing IPTV/OTT set-top boxes and device management to Tier-1 and Tier-2 operators. Comparable on Android TV operator stack and customer profile.
• Wisi Communications: German headend and STB supplier focused on European cable and IPTV operators, providing compact operator-grade set-top boxes and content delivery equipment. Comparable as a mid-sized European STB specialist.

Broad incumbents

• Skyworth Digital: Large Chinese STB and smart home device manufacturer serving global operators and consumer markets, including Android TV operator tier. Broader incumbent competing with inext for the same operator RFPs.
• ZTE Corporation: Major Chinese telecom equipment vendor with an IPTV/OTT STB product line, plus network infrastructure, serving Tier-1 operators globally. Broad incumbent competing on operator IPTV hardware and integration.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ukrhd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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