
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…
Should We Expect An Apple TV+ ‘With Ads’ Plan Following Latest Price Increase? Maybe
Apple raised the price of its Apple TV+ streaming service today, potentially opening the door to the launch of a new ‘with ads’ plan.
Sling TV Is Currently Offering A Free Preview Of NBA League Pass
Sling TV is offering a free preview of NBA League Pass allowing subscribers to watch some of the games from the first week of the new season.
Apple TV+ Now Costs $10 a Month, Doubling In Price In One Year
The cost of an Apple TV+ subscription has increased to $9.99 a month with immediate effect, resulting in a $3 monthly price increase.
HBO’s The Gilded Age Season 1, Episode 1 Is Now Free To Watch On YouTube
Looking for a new show to watch and not signed up to Max? The first episode of season 1 of HBO’s The Gilded Age is free to watch on YouTube.
A Better Apple TV App Is Reportedly Coming Later This Year
As part of Apple’s growing streaming ambitions, a new and improved Apple TV app is reportedly due to arrive before the end of this year.
Get First Month Of Philo For Just $12.50 With New Promo Code
New subscribers can currently save 50% on the cost of their first month of Philo with a promo code, reducing the price down to just $12.50.
Vidgo Subscribers Made To Wait Until Outage Ends To Get Refund Credit
With the Vidgo outage lasting longer than expected, subscribers are now being made to wait until service is restored before getting a refund.
Crunchyroll Is Now Available Through Amazon Prime Video Channels
Crunchyroll is now available through Amazon’s Prime Video Channels, offering another way to sign up to the popular anime streaming service.
Paramount+ Premium Tier Coming To Australia, Brazil, Canada and Mexico Next Month
Paramount Plus is preparing to roll out its Premium tier in more countries, with Australia, Brazil, Canada and Mexico the next in line.
Xfinity’s ‘Free This Week’ Unlocks Access To Disney+ Content
Xfinity’s ‘Free this Week’ program currently provides customers with a way to catch up on some of the latest Disney Plus movies and shows.
Legacy DirecTV Plans Finally Getting Unlimited DVR Upgrade
Grandfathered DirecTV customers appear to be now in the process of having their DVR upgraded to unlimited, unlocking more recoding hours.
How Much Is Shudder? Subscription Options And What You Get Explained
The cost of Shudder depends on whether signing up to a monthly or annual plan. You can also access Shudder content with an AMC+ subscription.
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