Is HBO Max on Roku devices? Sure. It’s arguably one of the top attractions on the Roku platform, thanks to shows like Watchmen and Peacemaker, and movies like Dune and the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Here’s how to get started streaming.
Read more: Everything you need to know about HBO Max
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You can find the HBO Max app in the Roku Channel Store. While there are web and mobile versions of the Store, the easiest way to locate it is by selecting Streaming Channels from the Roku home screen.
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How to get HBO Max on your Roku device
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As with any service supported by Roku, you will need to download an app from the Channel Store. On the Roku home screen, select Streaming Channelsthen search for HBO† To elect HBO Max from the results and install it.
When you open the app, you will be prompted to sign in or sign up. If you already have a Max subscription, choose Access to all HBO Max† You’ll be prompted to enter your HBO login or — if you have Max through a cable, satellite, or Internet package — your provider’s login.
HBO Max is available in many regions, although Canada and the United Kingdom are two notable exceptions. If you don’t have the service in the US as part of a bundle, it costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year for a standard HD (1080p) version with ads. You need to spend $14.99 per month or $149.99 per year to remove ads, access 4K content, and download videos for offline viewing.
How to get HBO Max on the Roku website
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Roku has a web version of the Channel Store. If you find the HBO Max Listyou can hit one Add channel button to link the app to your Roku account (this has been replaced by Installed if you already have it). You still need to log into the app when you get to your TV, and it can sometimes take a while for Roku devices to queue up to activate downloads.
How HBO Max on Roku . to cancel
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If you subscribe to HBO Max through a third-party source, such as HBO’s website, you must also unsubscribe that way. However, if you sign up through Roku, it’s almost ridiculously easy to terminate the service.
On your Roku device:
- Highlight (don’t click) the HBO Max app on your home screen.
- Press the star button on your remote.
- Select Manage subscription†
- Click Cancel subscription and follow the directions.
Alternatively, you can visit my.roku.comlog in to your account and click manage your subscriptions† Find HBO Max and choose Cancel subscription†
Frequently Asked Questions
There’s no way to watch for free unless you already have HBO Max through a cable, satellite, or Internet package. However, a Roku-based subscription costs nothing extra.
Yes, but most of the time you only get Max’s on-demand content, no live TV.
HBO Max may be bundled with some Comcast Xfinity plans – you’ll need to check for deals in your part of the US, especially since Comcast only operates in some regions. Otherwise, you have to pay for Max like any other service on your Roku device.
You can watch HBO Max on most smart TV platforms, including: Fire TVApple TV, Google TV and Samsung TV.