

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.
JetBlue Now Lets You Find, Save And Watch Video Content Like You Do At Home
JetBlue’s new ‘Blueprint’ inflight experience works like a streaming service, letting you discover, save and watch content, and even across flights.
Watcher Entertainment Makes Changes To Streaming Service Days After Launch
Following criticism of its attempt to move away from YouTube with the launch of a new streaming service, Watcher has announced some changes.
Buying ‘The Office,’ ‘Harry Potter’ and Other Collections Is Usually a Better Option Than Streaming
If you love a particular show or movie franchise, buying the collection could save you a lot of money compared to paying for a subscription.
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.
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