

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.
DirecTV’s FCC Complaint Against Disney Gains Support From The American Television Alliance
DirecTV filed a complaint with the FCC earlier this week, accusing Disney of behaving anticompetitively during its carriage dispute.
Amasian TV Is A New And Free Pan-Asian Live TV Streaming Service
Amasian TV not only aims to become the premier live TV streaming home of pan-Asian entertainment, but it’s also a completely free service.
Paramount+ Now Lets You Restart Live NFL Games From The Beginning
Paramount+ subscribers now have the ability to pause, fast-forward, rewind, and even restart live NFL games from the beginning.
Peacock Is Thanking Users With 3 Free Months Of Super Duolingo
Considering Super Duolingo typically costs $12.99 a month, Peacock subscribers can save as much as $38.97 over the first three months.
Frndly TV: All The Channels You Get With An $8 Live TV Package
You might be surprised at the selection of channels you get with Frndly TV, especially considering its live TV packages start at $8 a month.
DirecTV Files FCC Complaint Against Disney Over Ongoing Carriage Dispute
DirecTV has filed a complaint accusing Disney of failing to operate in good faith in relation to the ongoing carriage dispute between the two.
Military, First Responders And Nurses Can Get NFL Sunday Ticket For $199
Considering NFL Sunday Ticket costs up to $479, this military, first responder and nurse discount reduces the cost by as much as $280.
DirecTV, Hulu Live TV And Sling TV Subscribers Can Watch NFL RedZone For Free Tomorrow
As this is a free preview, subscribers don’t need to do anything to activate access, other than tuning in on Sunday and watching football.
A Strange World. DirecTV Is Now Giving Subscribers Credits To Try Fubo And Sling TV
Normally competitors, DirecTV is not only recommending subscribers try Fubo and Sling TV, but will also give subscribers a credit if they do.
Get A Full Year Of Criterion Channel For $80 With New ‘Fall Special’ Deal
Been considering giving Criterion Channel a try? A ‘Fall Special’ deal lowers the cost of the annual plan down to $79.99 for the first year.
Hulu Live TV Will Give You $30 Back If You Sign Up Now
It looks like Disney is trying to capitalize on its dispute with DirecTV by offering the option to save $30 on the cost of Hulu Live TV.
Roku Offering 30-Day Free Trials On Many Streaming Services, Including AMC+, MGM+, UP Faith & Family, And More
With Roku currently offering 30-day free trials on a wide variety of streaming services, you can test some new ones out for longer than usual.
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