
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…
Peacock Review: How Good Is the NBC Streaming Service?
Peacock remains one of our go-to streaming services. While it does have its problems, the large library of on-demand content, variety of live sports, and access to NBC shows and…
Amazon Said To Be In Talks With Disney Over ESPN Partnership
Amazon is reportedly in talks with Disney over an ESPN partnership. The deal could see Amazon become a minority owner in the sports network.
FreeCast To Provide Free Streaming TV To National Lifeline Association Members
FreeCast has partnered with the National Lifeline Association (NaLA) to trial the provision of free streaming TV to select NaLA members.
Discovery Plus No Longer Offers Military or Student Discounts
The Discovery+ military and student discounts were removed around the time other Warner Bros. Discovery streaming changes were taking place.
New DirecTV Customers Signing Up to NFL Sunday Ticket Can Get $400 Back
DirecTV is offering new customers the option to sign up to NFL Sunday Ticket and get $400 back. Basically, a free Sunday Ticket subscription.
24/7 CNN Max Live News Streaming Service Coming to Max in September
Warner Bros. Discovery has confirmed that Max will begin offering CNN programming as part of a new 24/7 CNN Max live news streaming service.
TCLtv+ Launches With More Than 200 FAST Channels and Unique Features
TCL has launched TCLtv+, a new streaming service that provides access to more than 200 FAST channels, free on-demand content, and more.
All The New Google TV Channels Added Today
Earlier today, Google confirmed that over 25 new free channels were added to Google TV. For those wondering what’s new, here’s the full list.
YouTube’s Sunday Ticket Student Plan Doesn’t Include Unlimited Streams
Unlimited streams are not included with YouTube’s NFL Sunday Ticket student plan, and there’s no way to increase the number of streams.
YouTube Offers Big NFL Sunday Ticket Savings With New Student Plan
YouTube has confirmed student pricing for NFL Sunday Ticket, and there are major savings on offer for those that qualify for the discount.
CBC Gem App Is Now Available On Roku Devices In Canada
The CBC Gem app is now available to download on Roku devices in Canada, providing users with another way to stream CBC programming for free.
Google TV Users Can Access NFL Sunday Ticket Content From The Home Screen
Google has confirmed that NFL Sunday Ticket content from YouTube and YouTube TV will be fully integrated into Google TV for users in the U.S.
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