
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…
You Can Now Preorder Sony’s 2023 Bravia XR 4K HDR Mini LED Google TVs
If you are in the market for a new smart TV, Sony’s latest Bravia XR 4K HDR TVs feature Mini LED technology and are powered by Google TV.
YouTube TV’s New User Discount Drops From $10 To $8
If you are currently considering signing up to YouTube TV, its latest promotion doesn’t offer quite as much of a discount as it did before.
Hulu And Nexstar Agree New Multi-Year Carriage Deal
Hulu has agreed a new deal to ensure a number of local channels and affiliates remain available to Hulu Live TV subscribers in the future.
This Week In Streaming: Netflix Ads, New Tubi CEO, And A $20 Player
Here’s a roundup of the most interesting news stories from the world of streaming during the week of April 23 and April 29, 2023.
Walmart’s $20 Onn Google TV Player Is Selling Out Fast
The fact that Walmart’s new Onn Google TV 4K streaming player costs $20 is likely to be a good reason why it is flying off store shelves.
Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box Review: How Good Is A $20 Player?
Our review takes a closer look at the Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box to see if Walmart’s new 4K player is worth the $20 asking price.
Phoenix Suns And Mercury Strike New OTA TV & Streaming Deal
The new deal sees 100% of each team’s locally broadcast games becoming available to watch over-the-air and through a DTC streaming solution.
Walmart+ Now Lets You Watch Pluto TV Videos Without The Ads
Ad-free Pluto TV is just the latest benefit bundled with Walmart’s subscription service and an extension of the existing Paramount Plus deal.
DirecTV Stream vs DirecTV via Internet: The Differences And How To Choose
Taking a moment to better understand the finer differences can help to make choosing between DirecTV Stream and DirecTV via Internet easier.
Walmart’s $20 Streaming Player Is Now Available To Buy In Store Or Online
At $20, the Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box is one of the cheapest streaming players around, and Walmart has finally opened up online sales.
GolfPass Now Offers A Free, Ad-Supported Tier
The GolfPass streaming service now offers an ad-supported tier, making it possible to watch a selection of golf-related content for free.
Peacock Closed Q1 2023 With 22 Million Paid Subscribers
Peacock finished up the first quarter of 2023 with 22 million paid subscribers, resulting in an increase on the previous quarter and year.
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