
John Finn
John Finn is the Founder and Editor of Streaming Better, where he helps consumers make smarter decisions about streaming. Since launching the site in 2019, John has focused on breaking down live TV streaming, SVOD, AVOD, FAST, and TVOD services.
John has been covering technology since 2014, writing and editing for multiple online publications before shifting his attention to the streaming industry. His work includes hands‑on testing, industry research, and a consumer‑first perspective designed to highlight what actually matters.
Originally from England and now based in the United States, John holds a degree in Psychology. Before entering the streaming world, he worked as an airline reviewer — an experience that helped shape the detail‑oriented evaluation style he now applies to devices, services, and industry trends.
John subscribes to multiple streaming services to stay current with the market, but he continues to advocate for the cost‑effective strategy of rotating services based on what you want to watch, rather than paying for everything at once.
John’s Core Topics
- Live TV Streaming
- SVOD, AVOD & FAST Services
- Streaming Industry Analysis
- Device Reviews
- Consumer Streaming Strategy
Featured Articles
A selection of John’s most popular guides and explainers.

Want to Save on Streaming? Here Are 7 Tips I Use to Stream For Less
Seven things I do to help keep a lid on my monthly streaming costs.

Live TV Streaming Subscriber Tracker
See how many subscribers the most popular live TV services have, and had in the past.

Streaming 101: A Beginner’s Guide To Services, Devices, And More
Want to get started with TV and video streaming? You’re in the right place.
All Articles
John’s latest articles and guides.
Netflix Tops U.S. SVOD Services for Second Year in a Row
For the second year in a row, Netflix has been crowned the top subscription video on demand service in the United States. The latest rankings by Parks Associates actually show…
HBO Max and Paramount+ Bundle to Launch in Early 2027
Skydance, the newly-formed company following the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance, has confirmed plans to launch a bundled offering of the HBO Max and Paramount+ streaming services.…
A New Free Anime Channel Just Launched on Prime Video
Anime fans in the United States now have another option for streaming content. The Big A Anime FAST channel has officially launched on Prime Video, unlocking access to popular anime…
Tubi’s New ‘Mixtapes’ Let You Create and Share Custom Watchlists
Tubi is taking fan-curated content to the next level with the launch of Mixtapes. Just like you (or your parents) might have done years ago, Tubi’s Mixtapes are designed to…
New to Stream This Week on Apple TV, HBO Max, Netflix, Peacock, Prime Video, and More (Nov 9-15)
It is time to return to Middle-earth, as the third season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power returns to Prime Video this week. If looking for…
Roku’s Black Friday 2026 Deals Start Nov. 19 — But Prices Won’t Drop as Low as Last Year
If you’re holding out for Black Friday before buying a new Roku product, the company has now confirmed its Black Friday 2026 hardware savings event begins Nov. 19. The sale…
What to Watch This Weekend: The Uprising, Black Doves, Stick, and More Streaming (Nov 6, 2026)
If you are looking for a new movie to watch this weekend, the historical action drama The Uprising is now available to stream on Peacock. Other new movies include Motor…
Save $25 on BritBox Premier With This Limited-Time Deal
For a limited time, new subscribers can currently save $25 on a BritBox Premier subscription. Premier not only unlocks access to the BritBox library but also additional features including early…
Fox’s Acquisition of Roku Is Now Complete
Fox Corporation has now completed its acquisition of Roku. First announced in June of this year, it has taken just a matter of months for Fox to wrap this deal…
Philo’s Reality TV Subscribers Just Got What They Wanted — Bravo
Philo has now added Bravo to its channel lineup. The network has been added to both live TV packages so Essential and Bundle+ subscribers can now find it in the…
FreeCast Will Reward Viewers With Streaming Bill Credits for Watching Ads
FreeCast is launching a new loyalty rewards feature that’s designed to reward viewers with bill credits. In short, the more ads someone watches, the cheaper some of their streaming subscriptions…
LG Channels Adds 24/7 FAST Channel Dedicated to Hit Comedy Series ‘Taskmaster’
Fans of Taskmaster will be happy to know that LG has now added a new FAST channel dedicated to the hit comedy series. The new channel is now available to…
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