
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…
DirecTV Adds More Channels, Including The Bob Ross Channel, Court TV and Dove Channel
Thanks to a new deal between DirecTV and Cineverse, all DirecTV stream subscribers are gaining access to a variety of new channels.
Apple TV Could Become Home To New 32-Team FIFA Club World Cup Tournament
Apple is reportedly close to agreeing a new deal which could see Apple TV become the home of a 32-team FIFA Club World Cup tournament.
New And Returning Apple TV+ Subscribers Can Get 2 Free Months To Watch MLB And More
To promote Friday Night Baseball on Apple TV+, new and returning Apple TV+ subscribers can currently get two free months when signing up.
Chromecast with Google TV 4K vs Fire Stick 4K: Which One Should You Buy?
The Chromecast with Google TV and the Amazon Fire TV Stick are both solid 4K streaming players, but which one is the better option overall?
New Watcher Streaming Service Now Home To ‘Ghost Files,’ ‘Mystery Files’ and More
Subscribers to the new Watcher subscription streaming service can watch the entire back catalog, as well as new episodes, without ads.
Got a Xumo Stream Box? Don’t Forget It Comes With 6 Free Months Of Peacock
The Xumo Stream Box can be a good option for those looking for a simpler streaming experience. It also comes with six free months of Peacock.
New Sling TV Subscribers Can Save $10 On 1 Month (Or $30 When Prepaying For 3 Months)
New Sling TV subscribers can save $10 on one month or $10 per month for three months, depending on how much they’re willing to pay in advance.
Netflix Is Done With Quarterly Subscriber Numbers And Will Stop Reporting Them Next Year
While subscribers are an important metric in streaming, Netflix has confirmed it will stop providing quarterly subscriber updates next year.
Netflix Closed Q1 2024 With 269.6 Million Subscribers
Netflix closed the first quarter of 2024 with 269.6 million subscribers, an increase of 9.3 million during the first three months of the year.
Here’s My Favorite Way To Play ‘Tubi Roulette’ And Find Something To Watch
Tubi users have found many different ways to play ‘Tubi Roulette’ but my favorite adds an extra layer of randomness. Here’s how it works.
Peacock’s Student Discount Is Cheaper Than Usual Right Now
Peacock Premium is currently cheaper than usual for students, so long as they don’t mind signing up and paying for a full year in advance.
iPhone And iPad Owners Can Now Use AirPlay To Stream To TVs At IHG Hotels & Resorts
Select IHG hotels and resorts now support AirPlay, making it possible for iPhone and iPad users to stream content to the TV in their room.
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