
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…
Hulu Live TV Adds Game Show Network and getTV
Hulu Live TV has added the Game Show Network and getTV channels to its base plan, and at no additional cost to new and existing subscribers.
Max Adds OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Hub To Brand Spotlight
For fans of OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network content, Max has added a dedicated OWN Hub that’s accessible through the Brand Spotlight section.
Shudder To Increase Monthly and Annual Plan Prices In August
The cost of a Shudder subscription is increasing at the end of August. The price increase affects both new and existing subscribers.
Netflix Review: Is It Still Worth a Subscription?
Netflix has been a major player in the streaming space for years, but with more competition than ever before, is it still worth paying for?
Multiview Goes Live For YouTube TV & YouTube WNBA League Pass Subscribers
YouTube and YouTube TV WNBA League Pass subscribers now have access to Multiview, the ability to stream multiple games on the same screen.
DirecTV App Update Adds DirecTV 4K (Channel 104) To Fire TV Devices
DirecTV Stream subscribers using an Amazon Fire TV device have gained access to DirecTV 4K (channel 104) following the latest app update.
Is Tubi Going To Start Charging?
Tubi is one of the best free streaming services around. It’s so good that some might be wondering if the service is going to start charging?
The CW Network Agrees Exclusive NASCAR Xfinity Series Deal
NASCAR and The CW Network have confirmed that a new deal will make the free-to-air network the exclusive home of the NASCAR Xfinity Series.
Paramount Network Is Free On Sling TV This Weekend
As part of its Freeview Weekends promotion, Sling TV is offering all subscribers a free preview of Paramount Network over this weekend.
NASA+ Free (and Ad-Free) Streaming Service Launching Later This Year
A new NASA+ streaming service is coming later this year, providing those interested in space with a variety of content to stream for free.
How To Sign Up For Hulu Live TV Without Disney+ and ESPN+
It is possible to sign up to Hulu Live TV without Disney+ and ESPN+ but the Live TV Only savings are probably not as big as you expect.
Roku Ended Q2 2023 With 73.5 Million Active Accounts
Roku finished the second quarter of 2023 with 73.5 million active accounts, an increase of almost 2 million during the last three months.
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