
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…
Philo Deepens Google TV Integration With ‘Live’ Tab Support
Philo is now gaining deeper Google TV integration, making it easier to find content to watch or check the live TV guide from the home screen.
HBO Max On Hulu: How Much Does it Cost & Is It Cheaper?
Subscribing to HBO Max through Hulu is not any cheaper, and that’s not the only point to be aware of before adding the HBO Max add-on to Hulu.
YouTube TV & NBCUniversal Agree Deal, No Change To Channels Or Price
An agreement between YouTube TV and NBCUniversal has been reached. As a result, subscribers won’t see any change to their channels or price.
YouTube TV & NBCUniversal Agree Short Extension, Talks Continue
YouTube TV and NBCUniversal have agreed to a temporary extension, but it remains unclear if a deal to keep the channels will be reached.
Save 40% On An Annual Discovery+ Ad-Supported Subscription
Discovery+ is currently offering new customers the option to save 40% on a subscription when signing up to the annual ad-supported plan.
Apple TV Subtitles: How To Turn Closed Captioning On Or Off
Apple TV subtitles can be turned on or off through the app, but there’s an additional way to control closed captioning on some devices.
YouTube TV May Drop NBCUniversal Channels (& The Price)
YouTube TV is in a dispute with NBCUniversal which could result in multiple channels being dropped and a reduction in the subscription cost.
YouTube TV Subscribers Can Watch HBO Max & Cinemax For Free This Weekend
Existing YouTube TV subscribers can now take advantage of a free preview of both HBO Max and Cinemax through September 27, 2021.
Philo Doesn’t Carry ESPN (or Sports Channels In General)
While Philo is a good option to save on the cost of a live TV subscription, those looking for ESPN channels might want to look elsewhere.
Save 50% On Epix, Showtime & Starz With Prime Video Channels
Prime Video Channels is now offering substantial discounts on the cost of Epix, Showtime and Starz subscriptions for the first six months.
YouTube TV Live Guide Not Working Properly For Some Subscribers
Some YouTube TV subscribers appear to be facing issues with the live TV guide, including reset custom guides and wrong location listings.
You Can Now Bundle Paramount+ & Showtime For $9.99 Per Month
Consumers can bundle Paramount+ and Showtime subscriptions together and only pay $9.99 per month, but only for a limited time at this price.
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