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 Stream DVR: How To Record Shows, Movies And More
Recording an episode or movie using DirecTV Stream’s DVR is fairly enough, and there is more than one way to set up and schedule a recording.
Discovery+, Starz, Showtime & More Just $0.99 On The Roku Channel
The Roku Channel is now offering deep discounts on a variety of services, including Discovery+, Starz and Showtime, for the first two months.
Discovery Plus Military Discount: How Much You Save & How It Works [Discontinued]
Discovery Plus provides military members and their families with a 40% discount on the cost of a monthly subscription. Here’s how it works.
How DirecTV Stream’s DVR Works (And Its Limitations)
DirecTV Stream now provides subscribers with an unlimited cloud DVR, but the recording experience still has its issues and limitations.
About That Cheaper Apple TV Player
Apple is apparently working on a new, cheaper Apple TV player. How cheap remains to be seen, but it does likely mean some compromises.
You Don’t Need YouTube TV’s Base Plan To Add These Networks
YouTube TV provides access to a number of premium network add-ons, many of which can be subscribed to without signing up to the base plan.
Hulu Live TV Closed Q1 2022 With 4.1 Million Subscribers
Hulu Live TV closed the first calendar quarter of the year with less subscribers than it started 2022 with, but remains a popular choice.
Paramount Plus And Showtime Bundle Down To $10 Again
Paramount Plus and Showtime bundle plans currently start at $9.99 per month, and even greater savings are available with an annual plan.
YouTube TV Now Offers A $35 Per Month Spanish Plan
YouTube TV is now offering a new Spanish Plan with access to a variety of Spanish networks. There’s also a new Spanish Plus add-on as well.
Select T-Mobile Customers Can Get 50% Off YouTube TV (For One Year)
T-Mobile is now offering a 50% discount on the cost of a YouTube TV subscription for the first 12 months, but eligibility is pretty limited.
Is TNT On Hulu Live TV? Yes, And With TV Everywhere Support
Hulu Live TV subscribers get access to a wide variety of live TV channels, including TNT. TV Everywhere support is also available as well.
Sling TV Finished Q1 2022 With 2.25 Million Subscribers
Sling TV ended the first quarter of 2022 with 2.25 million subscribers, a decrease when compared to the previous quarter and Q1 of 2021.
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