
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…
How To Watch A&E Without Cable (As Cheap As Possible)
A&E is available to watch through a variety of live TV streaming services. Here are your options, from the cheapest to the most expensive.
Zeam: The New Local Streaming Service Explained
Whether it is local news, sports, weather, or community events, Zeam is looking to become the new go-to service for homes across the U.S.
DirecTV’s Newest Channels Unlock Access To Aliens, Home Design And More
DirecTV has added four new channels to its lineup, with the latest additions catering to fans of sci-fi, home design, finance and news.
Amazon Prime Video Ads Result In ‘Unfair’ Class Action Lawsuit
Amazon is facing a class action lawsuit after adding ads to Prime Video. The lawsuit alleges Amazon is in breach of contract.
Hulu Student Discount: How To Sign Up For Just $2 a Month
So long as you can prove student status, you can sign up for a Hulu (With Ads) subscription for $1.99 a month, or combine Hulu with Spotify.
Super Bowl 2024: Paramount+ And YouTube TV Register Lowest Streaming Delays
Paramount+ and YouTube TV encountered the lowest latency levels during Super Bowl 2024. However, all services performed worse than last year.
Paramount+ Plans: Price, Ads, Features And Other Differences Explained
Essential and Paramount+ with Showtime are very different subscriptions tiers, making choosing the right Paramount+ plan easier than ever.
DirecTV and Cox Agreement Brings Carriage Dispute to an End
Cox-owned stations are returning to DirecTV, DirecTV Stream and U-verse customers in areas affected by the latest DirecTV carriage dispute.
Super Bowl 2024: Watch For Free With A Paramount+ Free Trial
While Super Bowl 2024 will be live on CBS, the big game is also available to stream live on Paramount+, and a 7-day free trial is available.
AMC+ To Be Included In Philo’s Base Package At No Additional Cost
Philo subscribers will soon get access to the ad-supported AMC+ tier at no additional cost, adding even more value to the base package.
AMC Networks Closed 2023 With 11.4 Million Streaming Subscribers
AMC Networks closed out 2023 with 11.4 million streaming subscribers. The number includes those signed up to the AMC+ and Shudder services.
Starz Ended 2023 With 19.7 Million Domestic Subscribers
Starz ended 2023 with 19.7 million domestic OTT and linear subscribers, marking an increase of almost 300,000 on the previous quarter.
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