Roku just launched Howdy, an ad-free streaming service with 10,000 hours of classic content. Here's how it compares to other platforms.

Howdy by Roku offers ad-free streaming for just $2.99/month with a solid library but lacks the latest blockbusters and premium features like HDR and Dolby Atmos.

What’s happened? There’s a new streaming service available in the US called Howdy, it’s ad-free, and it’s dirt cheap. It’s been launched by Roku, the company behind streaming hardware such as the Roku Streaming Stick 4K, and the TV operating system built into some sets, such as the Roku Pro Series.