Roku is coming out with its own Netflix-style subscription video service that provides thousands of TV and movie titles without any ads. But the company sees the new Howdy service as a cheaper complement to the likes of Netflix - not a direct competitor.

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.