
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…
Netflix’s With Ads Plan Is No Longer A Basic Plan
The rebrand from Basic with ads to Standard with ads is more than just a name change as the cheapest Netflix plan is not as basic as before.
Hulu Live TV Supported Devices: Compatible Smart TVs & Players
Hulu’s Live TV content is available on many popular devices but it’s still worth checking your smart TV or streaming player before signing up.
This Week In Streaming: Netflix DVDs, AMC+ With Ads, YouTube TV’s Emmy, And More
Here’s a roundup of the most interesting news stories from the world of streaming during the week of April 15 to April 21, 2023.
Dropped Local ABC Stations Now Returning To Hulu Live TV
Following a dispute which saw Hulu Live TV subscribers losing access to their local ABC affiliates last month, a new deal has been agreed.
YouTube TV Might Get A Picture Quality Boost This Summer
YouTube TV has continually been looking to improve various aspects of the experience lately, and it looks like picture quality might be next.
Chromecast with Google TV HD Is Just $20 Right Now
It might be worth picking up a new Chromecast with Google TV HD considering the popular streaming dongle is now on sale for just $19.99.
Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box — First Impressions
With stores starting to get stock, here are some first thoughts on my experience (so far) with Walmart’s Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box.
Vizio’s New Spring Showcase Highlights The Latest WatchFree+ Content
Vizio’s Spring Showcase provides smart TV owners with insight into some of the new content they can watch over the coming weeks and months.
NFL Sunday Ticket Streams: Watching On Multiple Devices At The Same Time
If you’re planning on signing up to NFL Sunday Ticket, here’s what you need to know about streaming on multiple devices at the same time.
MGM+ Is Free For DirecTV & DirecTV Stream Subscribers This Weekend
This MGM+ free preview is available to all DirecTV customers including those signed up to DirecTV Stream, DirecTV via Internet, and U-verse.
Viaplay Adds Roku Device Support In The US, Canada, And The UK
After launching in the US in February, the Scandinavian-based Viaplay service is now available on Roku devices in the US, Canada, and the UK.
Frndly TV Is Now Available on Vizio Smart TVs
Frndly TV is now available on Vizio smart TVs, providing owners with a more affordable way to stream live TV channels over the internet.
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