
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…
Disney Plus Lost More Than 2 Million Subscribers In The Last Quarter
While Disney Plus lost subscribers in the last three months of 2022, the number of US and Canada subscribers did increase during that time.
Hulu Started 2023 With 4.5 Million Live TV Subscribers
There were 4.5 million Hulu live TV subscribers at the start of 2023, which represents a slight increase when compared to the start of 2022.
Discovery Plus Might Actually Survive HBO Max Merger
To avoid losing the existing subscriber base, Warner Bros. Discovery reportedly plans to keep Discovery Plus as a standalone service.
YouTube TV’s HBO Max Add-On Now Costs More
The cost of YouTube TV’s HBO Max add-on has now increased to $15.99 per month, matching the price increase HBO Max implemented last month.
MGM Plus Deal: Get 6 Months For Just $15
MGM Plus is currently just $15 for the first 6 months, a saving of around 50% when compared to the normal monthly subscription cost.
fuboTV Has Now Officially Added Bally Sports RSNs
After confirming the regional sports networks would be added in 2023, Bally Sports RSNs are now available with fuboTV’s live TV plans.
DirecTV Stream Subscribers Get Free HBO and Cinemax This Weekend
DirecTV Stream subscribers can catch up on The Last of Us on HBO or watch Cinemax for free over this weekend thanks to a new free preview.
Why Harry Potter Keeps Disappearing From HBO Max
You may have noticed that the Harry Potter movie collection is randomly (and routinely) unavailable to watch on HBO Max. Here’s why.
ION, ION Mystery And Grit Added To Frndly TV Lineup
Frndly TV subscribers can now watch ION, ION Mystery and Grit, after the three Scripps Networks channels were added to the base live TV plan.
Vidgo Gets A Price Increase, Plans Now Start At $65
Vidgo recently increased the price of its cheapest Plus plan to $64.95 per month. Vidgo’s other plans are currently unaffected by the change.
Paramount Plus Is The Latest Service To Pull Its Own Content
After HBO Max and Showtime removed a number of titles, Paramount Plus is the latest to pull its own content from its own streaming service.
Sign Up To Sling TV In February And You Might Win A Free LG TV
In one of the more interesting live TV sign-up offers around, Sling TV is offering the chance to win a free LG TV every day during February.
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