
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…
DIRECTV NOW: Grandfathered Go Big Still the Best Plan?
At one time, the Go Big Plan from DIRECTV NOW was the best deal in town. Is it still worth the subscription?
Disney+ Streaming Guide: From Price and Devices to Star Wars
This is the definitive guide on Disney+ streaming. Whether you’re keen to know how much the service costs, what devices you can stream on, or what content you can watch,…
Here’s Everything Now Streaming on Disney+ (Listed by Decade)
Disney+ streaming is now here and boy has it arrived with a lot of content. If you are curious as to what’s now available to stream on Disney+ then you’ll…
How to Download the Roku App on Apple Watch
You can now control a Roku device using just your Apple Watch? Here’s how.
There Are Now 2.69 Million Sling TV Subscribers in the US
Dish Network released its third quarter earnings report confirming 2.69 million Sling TV subscribers. This represents a marked improvement compared to recent quarters. Not only in terms of the quarter…
There Are Now More than 32 Million Active Roku Accounts
The Roku platform continues to grow with the company now confirming 32.3 million active accounts. This represents an increase of 1.7 million compared to three months before.
Why Is PlayStation Vue Closing Down? [Updated]
Update 02/2020: PlayStation Vue has closed. Yes, PlayStation Vue is closing down. If you are an existing subscriber then you will want to know why this is happening, what’s going…
AT&T TV NOW vs YouTube TV: Best for Channels?
One service is in decline while the other is on the rise, but which is best for channels?
Best AT&T TV NOW Plan: Plus & Max Channels Comparison
Going to give AT&T TV NOW a try? First off, you need to decide between the Plus and Max plans.
NVIDIA SHIELD TV (2019): Everything You Need to Know
The NVIDIA SHIELD TV is one of the most powerful streaming players available. Here’s what you need to know before buying.
Hulu vs Netflix: Which Is Best If Only Subscribing To One?
Hulu and Netflix are two very different streaming services which does make choosing between them a little easier if only subscribing to one.
How to Download Hulu Videos for Offline Viewing
Hulu has not always allowed subscribers to download episodes and movies, but it does now. Here’s how to get started downloading your favorite Hulu shows.
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