
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.
Halloween Streaming Guide (2026): The Best New Releases, 2025 Horror Hits & Classics
It is that time of the year again. With October now here, and Halloween just around the corner, it is that time when many of us will watch some very…
Sling TV Subscribers Dropped Below 2 Million In Q1 2024
The number of Sling TV subscribers dropped below 2 million in Q1 2024, marking another quarterly decline for the live TV streaming service.
Walmart’s Onn 4K Pro Streaming Device Is Now Available to Buy Online
After Walmart’s new Onn 4K Pro Streaming Device started showing up in stores last week, it is now officially available to buy online as well.
ESPN Hub Coming To Disney+ App Later This Year
With Hulu content now available in the Disney+ app, the plan is to now add a dedicated ESPN section to the Disney+ app later this year.
Disney+ Added Almost 8 Million Domestic Subscribers In First 3 Months Of 2024
Disney+ had a good start to 2024, adding almost eight million subscribers in the U.S. and Canada in the first three months of the year.
Hulu Live TV Subscribers Dropped To 4.5 Million In Q1 2024
Hulu closed out the first calendar quarter (Disney’s Q2 Fiscal 2024) with 4.5 million live TV subscribers, a decrease on the previous quarter.
Disney And Comcast Still Can’t Agree On The Price Of Hulu
In spite of Disney having already integrated Hulu content into the Disney+ app, the price of Comcast’s third has yet to be finalized.
Sign Up To Mint Mobile In May And Get 6 Months Of Paramount+ For Free
If you’re in need of a new mobile plan, Mint Mobile is currently offering six months of Paramount+ Essential for free to new customers.
Sling Offering Golf Fans The Chance To Win A Trip To The 2024 U.S. Open
As part of its Sling Rewards program, Sling is currently offering golf fans the chance to win an all-expense paid trip to the 2024 U.S. Open.
Fubo Ended Q1 2024 With More Than 1.5 Million Subscribers in North America
Fubo ended the first quarter of 2024 with 1.511 million subscribers in North America, a decrease on the quarter before but an increase on Q1 2023.
A New AI-Powered Free Live TV App Is Coming To Google TV
Details on ‘Live TVx’ are a little limited at the moment, but it looks like a new AI-powered free live TV streaming app is coming to Google TV.
Fubo, Dish, DirecTV, Newsmax And Others Urge Congress To Investigate Sports Streaming JV
Fubo, Dish, DirecTV and others want an investigation into the impact of the Disney-Fox-Warner Bros. Discovery sports streaming joint venture.
Public Beta of Cineverse’s cineSearch and ‘Ava’ Movie Concierge Goes Live Today
Along with the help of ‘Ava,’ the cineSearch AI-powered discovery tool is designed to make it easier for viewers to find something to watch.
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