
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…
Sinclair Threatens Diamond Sports Group With Eviction
In the latest installment of the ongoing Bally Sports saga, Sinclair Broadcast Group now appears to be threatening to evict Diamond Sports.
Cox’s Neighborhood TV is a Really Local Streaming Service
While there are plenty of services and channels offering access to local content, Cox’s new Neighborhood TV focuses on really local content.
FanDuel and YouTube Partner To Offer $100 NFL Sunday Ticket Discount
FanDuel and YouTube have partnered to offer new and existing FanDuel customers the option to save $100 on the cost of NFL Sunday Ticket.
Fox Weather FAST Channel Comes To Samsung TVs and Cox Subscribers
The Fox Weather free, ad-supported streaming television channel is now available to Cox subscribers and coming to Samsung TVs later this week.
Vidgo Adds FMC (Family Movie Classics) Channel To Lineup
Vidgo has now added FMC (Family Movie Classics) to its channel lineup, providing subscribers with access to a variety of classic movies.
Vegas Golden Knights DTC Streaming Service To Launch In September
Vegas Golden Knights confirmed that their new direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming service will launch in time for the start of the new season.
Fire TV Channels App Unlocks Access To Free News, Sports and More
Amazon has launched a new Fire TV Channels app, providing Fire TV device users with access to more free sports, news, and entertainment.
DirecTV Steam Increases Max Price to $15.99 a Month
DirecTV Stream has increased the price of its Max add-on to $15.99 a month, bringing it in line with the cost of a standalone subscription.
DirecTV Claims Nexstar Is Holding Channels Hostage To Get More Money
In an update on the Nexstar dispute, DirecTV claims Nexstar is dragging the situation out and holding channels hostage to secure higher rates.
How To Watch The 2023 Women’s World Cup Final (Spain vs England)
If you want to watch the 2023 Women’s World Cup final this weekend, here’s what you need to know, including how to stream the match live.
YouTube Testing Some Preseason Games With NFL Sunday Ticket This Weekend
YouTube will be testing some preseason games with NFL Sunday Ticket subscribers over the weekend to get feedback on the user experience.
You Can Save 50% On Paramount+ Annual Plans Right Now (Essential or With Showtime)
A new limited-time deal makes it possible to save 50% on either the standard Paramount+ Essential or Paramount+ with Showtime annual plan.
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