How to Install Exodus on Kodi: Two Exodus Kodi Addons (Redux and Exodus V8) in 2024

by
Frederik Lipfert
Dr. Frederik Lipfert Founder, vpncheck
Updated on 10 Apr 2022

Introduction:

There’s a reason why Kodi Redux and Exodus V8 are still on top in the lists of the best Kodi addons for Firestick, even though they aren’t supported for Kodi Matrix (see our best alternative addons for Kodi below). These addons were launched years ago, but developers updated and upgraded them continuously, giving you the pleasure of easily finding and watching your favorite streaming content online.    

We created this step-by-step installation guide with our Kodi VPN recommendation to ensure safety while using these addons for your entertainment. 

Installing Exodus Redux and Exodus Kodi (on Kodi Leia), The Magic Dragon Kodi, and other alternative addons allows you to fully enjoy the Kodi experience. These can be downloaded on your Amazon Fire TV Stick/Fire TV/Fire TV Cube, Android devices, Windows, iOS, Mac, and other platforms. Apart from the overall build quality of these addons, what we appreciate most is the fact that they were kept simple. The quick installation process, intuitive and minimalist interface, and user-friendly functions – what more can you expect?

Image of a person watching TV with remote in his hands

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How to Install Kodi Exodus Redux: A Shortcut?

The Exodus Redux add-on is one of the most popular Kodi addons because of its speed and enormous media library. If you’ve ever used Kodi and are familiar with the installation process of Kodi addons, the list below is a shortcut to install Exodus Redux on Kodi’s Leia version – sadly the version for Matrix hasn’t been developed yet, but keep on reading this guide to find alternatives that will work on Kodi’s last version.

  • Inside the “File Manager”, double-click on “Add source”.
  • Click on “None” and enter https://i-a-c.github.io/.
  • Click “OK” and name the file.
  • In the main menu to the left side of Kodi, open the “Add-ons” folder.
  • Select “Install from the Zip File” and click on “IAC” from the box.
  • Select the file “repository.exodusredux-0.0.8.zip” and wait until the installation is completed.
  • Click on “Install from Repository”, and then select the Exodus Redux Repo.
  • Select the “Video Add-ons” folder and then click on “Exodus Redux”.
  • Click on “Install”.

Exodus Redux screen with Install in the tile menu

Haven’t downloaded Kodi yet? Check out our tutorial on how to install Kodi on Firestick.  

Installing Exodus Kodi Redux Addon: A Step-By-Step Guide

1. Open Kodi and go to “Settings”.Kodi Settings button is indicated by a large cog button at the top of the left navigation menu on Home Page

2. Select “System option”.Kodi Settings button is positioned at the bottom right of the screen

3. Click on “Add-ons” and enable “Unknown Sources”.

 

4. Click “Yes” on the warning message.Click “Yes” on the warning message

 

5. Go back to the “Settings” menu and click on “File Manager”.Kodi File Manager in settings

 

6. Double-click on “Add Source”.In Kodi File Manager, Add source appears as an option

 

7. Click on “None”.Kodi Click on None

 

8. Enter the URL https://i-a-c.github.io/ and click “OK”, save it with the name “IAC” and click “OK” to close the box.Enter the URL https://i-a-c.github.io/ and click “OK”, save it with the name “IAC” and click “OK” to close the box

 

9. Go back to the “System” menu and then click on “Add-ons”.System menu and then click on Add-ons

 

10. Select “Install from Zip File”.Kodi Package Installer menu with Install from zip file highlighted

 

11. Select “Exodus Redux”.Kodi From the Install from zip file dialog box, select Exodus Redux

 

12. Select “repository.exodusredux-0.0.8.zip” and complete the installation.Kodi Select repository.exodusredux-0.0.8.zip and complete the installation

 

13. Then click on “Install from Repository”.Kodi install from repository option under Add-ons/Add-on browser

 

14. From the list, click on “Exodus Redux Repo”.Kodi From the list, click on Exodus Redux Repo

 

15. Select the folder “Video Add-ons” and click on “Exodus Redux”.Kodi Select the folder Video Add-ons and click on Exodus Redux

 

16. Press “Install”.Exodus Redux screen with Install in the tile menu

17. Click on “Exodus Redux Repo Version 2.0.3a”.

18. A window will display the files that are going to be installed. Click OK.Click on Exodus Redux Repo Version 2.0.3a and then OK

 

19. Add-on installed!Exodus Redux installed

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Install Exodus Redux Using Git Browser

Git Browser is part of the Indigo Kodi addon. Sometimes links and repositories stop working, so we decided to include Git Browser as an alternative option to install Exodus Redux. 

  1. Open the “Add-ons” page from Kodi’s menu on the left.
  2. Select “Program add-ons” and open Indigo.Kodi Add-ons window Select Program add-ons and open Indigo​​
  3. Select “Addon installer”.Kodi Add-on window Select Addon installer
  4.  Click on “Git Browser”.Kodi Click on Git Browser
  5.  Close the prompt titled “GitHub Browser Instructions” – this message might not appear.
  6. Select “Search by GitHub Username”.
  7. Click “New Search”.
  8. Enter the username I-A-C and click “OK”.
  9. Kodi GitHub Enter the username I-A-C and click “OK”Click the zip file “repository.exodusredux-0.0.1.zip”GitBrowser Click the zip file “repository.exodusredux-0.0.1.zip”
  10. Confirm and click “Install”.GitBrowser Confirm and click “Install”.
  11. Once the installation is completed, select “Continue”.GitBrowser Once the installation is completed, select “Continue”
  12. Go back to the home-screen and open the “Add-ons” folder from the menu.
  13. Select the open-box icon or package installer on the top-left corner.Kodi Settings button is indicated by a large cog button at the top of the left navigation menu on Home Page
  14. Install from repository.Kodi install from repository option under Add-ons/Add-on browser
  15. Click “Exodus Redux Repo”.Kodi From the list, click on Exodus Redux Repo
  16. Open “Video add-ons” and select the “Exodus Redux” addonKodi Select the folder Video Add-ons and click on Exodus Redux
  17. Select “Install”Exodus Redux screen with Install in the tile menu
  18. Wait for the Kodi Exodus Redux addon installation notification to appear on the top.Exodus Redux installed
  19. Once the installation is completed you can open Exodus Redux from the “Add-ons” folder.

Features of Exodus Redux Addon

First of all, let us remind you that both Exodus Redux Kodi and Exodus are free. At the moment, Exodus Redux is more consistent because it is the version that gets more updates, and is linked to stronger files where the best media will be streamed from. But both versions of Exodus will be satisfactory since they perform at a solid and fast speed, and have one of the largest media libraries within Kodi’s galaxy.  

That being said, we also want to remind you that the technology behind Kodi and its extensions – and actually behind everything that is tech – is very dynamic. So please keep in mind that the characteristics and existence of certain addons and repositories change all the time.

Exploring and Using Exodus Redux

Exodus Redux might not have the craziest logo or interface, but we love it for its simplicity. Its video library includes folders for Movies, TV Shows, New Movies, New Episodes, and Documentaries. Inside Movies and TV Shows you can find content by year, popularity, episodes, and people, and in most cases you will find various streaming options per video, providing different video qualities. Just explore these folders and select the file that you want to stream!

Videos Exodus Redux My Movies highlighted

Exodus Redux selecting movie from options

Exodus Redux list

How to Install Exodus V8 (Step by Step)

If you want to install Exodus V8 – the older version of Exodus also known as Exodus Kodi – or other addons, follow the same steps, but use the URL that will pull the repository and addon that you are looking for. For V8 use this URL to add source: http://mega-tron.tv/transform.

Exodus V8

  1. Open the “File manager” inside the “Settings” page. Kodi File Manager in settings
  2. “Add Source” and click on “None”.Kodi Click on None
  3. Type the URL: http://mega-tron.tv/transform
  4. Name the source in the field that says “Enter a name for the media source”.Type the URL: http://mega-tron.tv/transform
  5. Go back to “Settings” by clicking the gear icon on the home-screen and click on “Add-ons”.System menu and then click on Add-ons
  6. On the following window, click “Install from zip file”.Kodi Package Installer menu with Install from zip file highlighted
  7. Select the source from the list – in this case, we named it “transform”.Exodus V8 Select the source from the list - in this case, “transform”
  8. Now open the “Repos” folder.Exodus V8 open the “Repos” folder
  9. Click the zip file named “repository.kodibae-x.x.x.zip”.Exodus V8 Click the zip file named “repository.kodibae-x.x.x.zip”
  10. Wait for the repository to be fully installed – it will display a message on the top right corner.Kodi Bae Repository install message
  11. Open the option “Install from repository”.Kodi install from repository option under Add-ons/Add-on browser
  12. Click on “Kodi Bae Repository”.Click on “Kodi Bae Repository”
  13. Open the “Video add-ons” folder.Kodi Bae Repository Open the “Video add-ons” folder
  14. Find “Exodus” and click.Find “Exodus” and click
  15. Click the “Install” button on the lower right corner. Exodus Redux screen with Install in the tile menu
  16. When you see the message “The following additional add-ons will be installed”, click on “OK”.Click on Exodus Redux Repo Version 2.0.3a and then OK
  17. Once the installation is complete, you will see a message on the top right corner that says “Add-on installed”.Exodus Redux installed

Troubleshooting

Below you will find some ways to resolve the most common Exodus Redux issues. These recommendations will also help you to resolve problems with most addons.

  • Clear Cache

If the addon is slow or not running streams you might need to clear the cache. Try this:

  1. Open Kodi .
  2. Select the “Add-ons” page.
  3. Go to “Video add-ons”. 
  4. Select “Exodus”. 
  5. Select “Tools”.
  6. Select “Clear Providers” and click “Yes”.
  7. Select “Clear Cache option” and select  “Yes”.
  • Use a VPN

Exodus Kodi is an addon for free streaming, and like every addon it uses links from the web. Many times, the internet providers will try to prevent that. You can use a VPN in order to keep private the information that you are receiving and sending while watching content online, so that the providers or other third-party agencies don’t have access to block your activity.

  • Incorrect Kodi Version

Another common problem is that some addons only work with specific versions of Kodi, while others might have been developed for all the versions – the last two Kodi versions are Laia and Matrix. If you are already using Kodi Laia we recommend you to keep that version because some addons will not work on Kodi’s newest version, and there are not many design differences. For example, as we explained at the beginning of this guide, Exodus V8 and Exodus Redux don’t work on Kodi Matrix. Exodus Redux update button highlighted

  • Update the Addon
    • Click “Add-ons” on the left sidebar menu. Go to “Video Add-ons” and then press the menu button on the remote. Click “Information”.
    • Click “Update” options on the Addon information page.
    • If a new Exodus update becomes available, you can install it from there.

Exodus Redux Not Working After Updating to Kodi 19.1?

Five Alternative Addons That Work on Kodi Matrix

The Magic Dragon

They say that dragos symbolize perfection, and The Magic Dragon is no exception. This addon is getting more and more famous on the internet world due to its incredible media library that contains TV shows and films. Is one of the fastests and more user friendly addons and streams a lot of new content. The source’s location to install The Magic Dragon is http://diamondbuild.xyz/.

The Magic Dragon Kodi Add-on

Asgard

Asgard is an all in one Kodi addon, which means that you can use it for multiple types of content. With Asgard you can stream movies, TV Shows, kids, sports, documentaries, music concerts, and more. Besides that we have to say that Asgard’s logo is great, and the design of its interface is very original. Asgard’s source link is http://narcacist.com/repo.

Asgard Kodi Add-on

The Oath

The Oath’s  interface is easy to use and some of the premium accounts that this extension features include premium accounts, which gives access to a lot of movies and shows in high video quality. This addon is one of the most popular ones and is compatible with the newest versions of Kodi, like Kodi 19 Matrix and 18 Leia. The Oath’s source link is https://host505.github.io/.

Kodi Add-ons The Oath install button highlighted

Seren

Seren is a Kodi addon created in 2018 that provides films and TV Shows. It is compatible with Kodi 19 and streams high-quality content, old and new. Seren’s popularity is rising because it has many options to navigate its media and is easy to use. You can even filter content by television network, plus it has Autoplay and Up Next options. The only challenge is that after installing Seren you need to open a Real Debrid or Premiumize account, but you can download a zip folder that includes everything in the same package. This means that the installation is done once, and then you need to activate them through the settings. Believe me, the hassle is worth it because you will also need these accounts for many other addons. Plus, it offers a lot of content and outstanding quality at a great speed.

Popcornflix

Popcornflix is also already available inside Kodi’s repository. Search it with Kodi’s search option, install it and stream great movies for free!

Media sources - popcornflix

Bonus: Crackle

Crackle is a video streaming service owned by Sony Pictures Entertainment that displays films and TV shows. What we love about Crackle is that it is already available inside Kodi’s repository, which means that you don’t need to download any extra files. You will find it inside the addons folder or you can just search it with Kodi’s search option.

Kodi Add-ons Repository Crackle A Sony Network

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FAQs

Are Exodus Kodi V8 and Exodus Redux different addons?

Exodus V8 and Exodus Redux are two different addons that have a very similar look. The main difference is that Exodus Redux is newer and, in many cases, it is easier to find better video quality with it. Its interface is similar to its predecessor, Exodus V8, also called Exodus Kodi. At the moment Exodus Redux is pulling up more content, but as we always say with everything tech, apps and extensions are developed and modified minute to minute, so V8 might become the best alternative again.

What can you watch on Exodus V8?

On both Exodus V8 and Exodus Redux you can watch films, TV shows, documentaries, and cartoons in HD quality – which explains why they are often considered to be among the best Kodi addons.

How can I update Exodus V8 on Fire TV?

  • Click “Add-ons” on the left sidebar menu. Go to “Video Add-ons” and then press the menu button on the remote. Click “Information”.
  • Click “Update” options on the Addon information page.
  • If a new Exodus update becomes available, you can install it from there.

What are the best Kodi addons for movies?

Besides Gaia, Tempest, Exodus Redux, The Oath, and Seren, these are some great and classic Kodi addons for mainstream movies: Crackle, Popcornflix, and Pluto.TV, which you will find inside the official Kodi addon repository. From different repositories, you can find Netflix (CastagnaIT Repository), DejaVu (dejavurepo, hosted on GitHub), and Morpheus (located in the Fractured Repository).

How can I update other addons on Fire TV?

The same steps from the question above will show you if there are updates from other addons available to be installed.

Is it legal to use Exodus V8 and Exodus Redux Kodi, and other addons?

Kodi is a piece of software designed to stream content on a range of devices. The sources used to stream media with Kodi are going to determine whether or not using Kodi is legal. One of these sources are addons – and also repositories and builds – that can access unauthorized duplication of copyrighted content that is known as illicit streaming and effectively relates to any time you stream media without the copyright owner’s permission. We recommend using the best Kodi VPN to keep your online privacy secure at all times.

Should I Use a VPN When Using Kodi addons?

Yes. Even though Kodi is a free and open-source media player application, builds and addons can stream illegal content. Using a Kodi VPN helps keep these streams private, as well as avoid hackers and viruses that can hurt your devices. We recommend employing a similar safety measure when watching through Firestick apps and IPTV services. 

Simple, right?

You’ve probably noticed that we didn’t even have to do much writing for this guide, due to the simple and clean interface of these addons. All you had to do is carefully follow the steps illustrated in the images.

Of course, V8 and Redux are just two of the most reliable and popular addons you can upgrade your Kodi with. But don’t stop here if you want an even more sophisticated experience. Go out there and find the most suitable addon or build for you and don’t forget to check if we have an installation guide for that, too. We’ll be more than eager to help.