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…
Get Starz For $2.99/month, And Before June’s Price Increase Arrives
Starz is increasing in price next month but a new Prime Video deal makes it possible to sign up at $2.99 per month for the first six months.
Discovery+ vs Max: The Differences (And How To Choose)
Discovery+ and Max overlap in terms of some of the content you can watch, but they are very different streaming services in general.
DirecTV Stream Is Now The Cheapest Way To Get Ad-Free Max
If you’re signed up to DirecTV Stream and considering Max, the cheapest option is to bundle the HBO Max replacement with your live TV plan.
‘Summer Of Peacock’ Deal Lowers Annual Plan Price To $20
A new Summer of Peacock promotion reduces the cost of the annual, ad-supported plan down to $19.99 for the first year, a saving of $30.
No Max In 4K If You Sign Up Through Hulu, Prime Video or YouTube TV
Signing up to Max through a third-party service like Hulu, Prime Video, or YouTube TV, limits the premium features you have access to.
TiVo To Provide BMW Cars With Linear And On-Demand Streaming Services
TiVo might not be as prevalent in homes as it once was, but it could soon be coming to a car near you, beginning with the new BMW 5 series.
The Cost Of A Starz Subscription Is Increasing Next Month
The Starz streaming service will encounter a price increase next month that takes the cost of a standard subscription up to $9.99 a month
Looks Like Max Didn’t Have The Best Or Smoothest Launch
HBO Max became Max today, and in spite of the months of preparation, it seems as though many have encountered issues on Max’s first day.
Redbox, Crackle, and Chicken Soup for the Soul To Reward You For Watching
A new viewer reward program for the Redbox, Crackle, and Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming apps, rewards users for watching content.
Max Autoplays Previews — Here’s How To Turn Them Off
If you opened HBO Max today then you may have noticed that the service has transformed into Max, and that video previews automatically play.
Netflix Says It’s Time For US Subscribers To Pay For Password Sharing
It may have taken its time, but Netflix is now in the process of rolling out its password-sharing enforcement rules in the United States.
Comcast’s Now TV Includes 60+ Channels and Peacock (and Costs Just $20)
Comcast is launching a new Now TV subscription service that not only offers access to more than 60 linear channels but also Peacock Premium.
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