Bennu Kodi Add-on How to Install New Phoenix

The Bennu Kodi video addon takes over after Phoenix, one of the most popular third-party Kodi add-ons of all time, closed up shop back in June. Having Phoenix installed on the Firestick seemed both poetic and essential. Much as the phoenix of ancient Greek mythology arose from ashes into new life, the Phoenix Kodi add-on has been reborn as Bennu (aptly named after the ancient Egyptian diety of rebirth).

From Phoenix is Reborn the Bennu Kodi Add-on

Follow along as we guide you to install the Bennu Kodi add-on onto your Firestick, FireTV, PC, Raspberry Pi, or any other device you may have Kodi installed on. This playlist Kodi add-on aggregates content from many sources, which makes it easier to find what you’re looking for. First of all, note I only said easier. If I had actually said it was easy, then I would be lying.

You may have noticed my mention of Bennu in a few previous articles lately. Its menu system really leaves a lot to be desired. There is a ton of content, but it is extremely haphazard in its organization. You will find many gems if you have the patience. You just have to give it a try and see how you feel about it.

Most of the content made available through the Bennu Kodi add-on is not properly licensed. This can make using this third party add-on a bit of a gamble if you’re not protecting yourself with a VPN.

Be Aware of the Risks

Bennu can be a significant security risk. It legally distributes very little of its content, being predominantly made up of pirated streams. Phoenix itself was taken down in an attempt to avoid litigation. As a third party add-on, Bennu is also significantly more vulnerable to unscrupulous hackers than the official add-ons. Previous to using any Kodi 3rd party addon, getting access to a high quality VPN to retain your anonymity and protect your data is exceptionally important. The links provided here will net you 60% off of a truly unequaled VPN – IPVanish!

Bennu Kodi Add-on Info for Advanced Users

If you’ve installed Kodi add-ons onto your Firestick before, then you may only need the repo URL. You’ll find the Bennu Kodi add-on within the Colossus repository, which itself is located in the Ares repository at http://ares-repo.eu. You can also access both the Ares and Collossus repositories within the SuperRepo repository located at http://srp.nu.

Allow Unknown Sources

Allow for Kodi add-on installation from unknown sources if you haven’t previously.

1. Go into Kodi Settings (gear icon) above the main menu
   
   

   Open the System Menu

2. Then, enter the System Settings
   
   

   Enter System Settings
3. Under Add-ons, then toggle Unknown Sources
   
   

   Toggle Unknown Sources

4. Lastly, say Yes in the warning dialog
   
   

   Warning Dialog – Say Yes

Set-up the Ares Repo

If you haven’t installed the Ares Repo yet, you’re in for a treat. Follow these steps and then be sure to check out the many tutorials written lately here at KodiFireTVStick for installing some of the great add-ons available within it.

1. Go into the Settings (gear icon – top of main menu)
   
   

   Open the System Menu
2. Subsequently select the File Manager
   
   

   Enter the File Manager

3. Now, do the same to Add Source
   
   

   Choose Add Source

4. At this point, click or tap None (enabling you to add a media source manually)
   
   

   Choose None

5. Put in the repository’s URL (http://ares-repo.eu), then say OK
   
   

   Type the URL and then choose OK
6. Name this Ares Repo, then hit OK again
   
   

   Name it Ares Repo

7. Make certain the information you’ve input is right, then select OK one final time
8. Return to the Main Menu in Kodi, then enter the Add-ons section
   
   

   Choose Add-ons back at the main menu

9. Enter the Add-on browser (open box icon) located above the menu
   
   

   Select the Add-on Browser (AKA the Package Manager)

10. Tap or click Install from zip file
    
    

    Choose to Install From zip File
11. Select Ares Repo in the dialog that opens up
    
    

    Choose the Ares Repo

12. Next look for repository.aresproject-x.x.x.zip and open it
    
    

    Select Ares zip file

13. Wait a moment. You will see a popup in the top right indicating Add-on Installed
    
    

    Ares Repo installed

Install the Colossus Repo

Now, we will install the Colossus repository, within which resides Bennu. You should still be in the Add-on browser at this point if you followed the instructions above for installing the Ares Repo.

1. Choose Install from repository once more
   
   

   Choose Install from Repository again
2. Select the Ares Project
   
   

   Install from the Ares Repo

3. Go into the Add-on repository directory and then
   
   

   Enter the Add-on repository directory

4. Choose the Colossus Repository for installation
   
   

   choose Colossus

5. Hit the Install button in the bottom right.
   
   

   Install Colossus

6. If you get a Select Version dialog, select the version within the Ares Project so your updates will be the most timely.
   
   

   select Colossus version
7. A dialog will come up telling you the Colossus repo has been installed.
   
   

   Colossus successfully installed!

Install Bennu from the Colossus Repo

We install the star of today’s show once our repos are all set up and then wanting to offer up their goods. Finally, Bennu awaits.

1. Go up one level from here by selecting the two full stops at the top
   
   

   go up one level

2. Then, go up another level the same way…
   
   

   go up one more

3. This time, choose to install from the Colossus Repository
   
   

   choose to install from Colossus
4. Go into the Video add-ons directory
   
   

   enter Colossus’ Video add-ons

5. Then, choose Bennu
   
   

   choose Bennu

6. Finally, elect to Install
   
   

   select Install

7. If given an option, select the version within the Colossus Repo to ensure the latest updates
   
   

   select Bennu version from Colossus if necessary

8. A dialog will tell you Bennu has been installed!
   
   

   Bennu has been installed!

What It All Boils Down To

Bennu has a massive library of content, but it isn’t all roses and rainbows for this add-on. If first equipped with an adventurous spirit and a safety net, then you may find it possible to immensely enjoy this gem. The hugely popular Phoenix Kodi video add-on dropped from circulation following threats of litigation because of that fact. As a result of its fan base growing daily, it is possible that Bennu may follow suit at any time. Enjoy it while you can–if you can.