
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…
Spectrum TV Customers Can Now Watch In 4K On Apple TV 4K And Roku Devices
Spectrum TV customers using Apple TV 4K and select Roku devices now have the option of watching select content in 4K in the Spectrum TV app. The upgraded viewing experience…
Reelz+ Is Now Available As A Premium Subscription On The Roku Channel
Reelz+ is now available as a premium subscription option on The Roku Channel, providing fans of Reelz programming with another way to subscribe to the service and stream their favorite…
Frndly TV Black Friday 2025 Deal: Get Premium For Just $0.99 A Month
If you’ve been considering giving Frndly TV a try, the live TV service is currently running a promotion which reduces the cost of its Premium live TV package down to…
Prime Video’s New Video Recaps Use AI To Help You Catch Up On Past Seasons
Prime Video has now launched Video Recaps. Available in beta in the U.S., these AI-powered Video Recaps provide Prime Video users with a visual way to catch up on past…
Philo No Longer Offers A Free Trial To New Core Subscribers
If you’re planning to give Philo’s Core live TV package a try, you’ll now have to pay for the first month when signing up. The Core package no longer comes…
AMC Networks Launches ‘All Reality’ Streaming Service For Fans Of Reality Content
AMC Networks has launched a new ‘All Reality’ streaming subscription service. Featuring more than 2,500 hours of programming, the new subscription service is designed for fans of unscripted reality content.…
Sling TV Drops ‘Day Pass’ Price To $1 To Celebrate First Legal Victory Over Disney
Sling TV is now offering consumers the option to sign up to its Day Pass at a greatly reduced price. The discount has been made available in celebration of Sling’s…
DirecTV Adds More Sports and Entertainment Channels to MyFree DirecTV
DirecTV has now added more sports and entertainment channels to its MyFree DirecTV channel lineup. In total, seven FAST channels have been added, and from the likes of AMC Networks,…
JoySauce FAST Channel Goes Live on Amazon Prime Video
JoySauce and Cineverse have now launched JoySauce Network. The FAST channel is now available to watch through Amazon Prime Video and is expected to make its way to other platforms…
Streaming’s Total TV Share Rebounded In October 2025, Thanks To Football Viewership
Streaming ended October 2025 with a total TV share of 45.7%, marking an increase on the previous month and a return to growth in general. Streaming’s bump in total TV…
DirecTV Launches ‘Streamsgiving’ Campaign Ahead of Thanksgiving
DirecTV has launched a new Streamsgiving promotional campaign ahead of Thanksgiving. Consumers can expect to see promotional materials related to the campaign over the holiday, including when they pass through…
YouTube TV Subscribers Now Have Access To The New NBCSN Channel
YouTube TV subscribers now have access to the new NBCSN channel. The newest version of NBC Sports Network officially launched today, with the channel first going live on YouTube TV.…
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