

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.
Streaming Hit Record 41.4% Of TV Usage In July 2024
Streaming continues to break records this year. After already hitting an all-time high in June, the category broke the record again in July.
How To Watch The Weather Channel Without Cable — As Cheap as Possible
While The Weather Channel is available to watch without cable, the options are a little more limited compared to some other live TV channels.
History Vault Quietly Increases In Price, Plans Now Start At $6 A Month
History Vault is one of the latest streaming services to increase in price. From what we can tell, the increase rolled out within the past month.
FanDuel Is Offering 3-Week NFL Sunday Ticket Free Trials
FanDuel is offering football fans in select states a way to test NFL Sunday Ticket out before committing and paying for an entire season.
First Responders Can Get Peacock Premium For $2 A Month — Here’s How It Works
EMTs, firefighters, law enforcement, paramedics and other first responders can stream Peacock’s movies, shows and live sports for just $2 a month.
YouTube TV Base Plan Is Down To $53 Right Now ($20 Cheaper Than Usual)
YouTube TV is currently offering a $20 discount on the base live TV package, resulting in a total saving of $80 over the first four months.
How To Watch History Channel Without Cable, And As Cheap As Possible
The History Channel is available to watch without cable through a variety of live TV streaming services, but some are cheaper than others.
DirecTV Entertainment Package: Price, Channels, and Add-Ons
DirecTV offers four main Signature Packages to choose from – Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate and Premier. These plans mainly differ in the selection of channels and the price, with Entertainment the…
How To Watch National Geographic Without Cable — As Cheap As Possible
While the National Geographic live channel is available to watch through a number of streaming services, some are cheaper than others.
3 Live TV Services That Are All Cheaper Than YouTube TV
Subscribed to YouTube TV and looking for a replacement? These live TV services are all cheaper than YouTube TV and are all worth considering.
Fubo vs Venu Sports: Was Blocking The New Sports Service The Right Move?
Fubo managed to block the new Venu Sports streaming service from launching but was that the right move for consumers? Here are the arguments.
NBC: Is Peacock Premium A Better Option Than A Live TV Plan?
Want to watch NBC? Choosing between a standalone Peacock subscription and a live TV plan often depends on what you want along with NBC.
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