
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…
Roku Finished Q1 2023 With 71.6 Million Active Accounts
In addition to an increase in active accounts, Roku saw a healthy bump in the number of hours streaming during the first quarter of 2023.
YouTube TV ‘Missing Library’ Issue Should Now Be Fixed
Some YouTube TV subscribers are finding that their library has disappeared when accessing the live TV streaming service on a Roku device.
Tubi Is Getting A New CEO, Founder Stepping Down In June
The free streaming service is seeing some changes to its structuring and leadership following the creation of a new Tubi Media Group unit.
Best Streaming Players Under $50: Budget Bargains
With affordable streaming players available from Amazon, Google and Roku, there’s no need to spend more than $50 to stream your favorite apps.
ViX+ Is No More But You Can Still Sign Up To The Same Premium Plan
Less than one year after it launched and the ViX Plus streaming service is now being absorbed by the standard ViX service and branding.
What Happens If You Buy Sunday Ticket And Then Cancel YouTube TV?
An NFL Sunday Ticket through YouTube TV requires an annual subscription, but what happens if you then cancel YouTube TV after signing up?
Comcast Adds More Than 20 FAST Channels to Xfinity Stream
FAST channels have become a popular option recently. Not just for users but also for companies to bolster their services and products.
Netflix’s With Ads Plan Is No Longer A Basic Plan
The rebrand from Basic with ads to Standard with ads is more than just a name change as the cheapest Netflix plan is not as basic as before.
Hulu Live TV Supported Devices: Compatible Smart TVs & Players
Hulu’s Live TV content is available on many popular devices but it’s still worth checking your smart TV or streaming player before signing up.
This Week In Streaming: Netflix DVDs, AMC+ With Ads, YouTube TV’s Emmy, And More
Here’s a roundup of the most interesting news stories from the world of streaming during the week of April 15 to April 21, 2023.
Dropped Local ABC Stations Now Returning To Hulu Live TV
Following a dispute which saw Hulu Live TV subscribers losing access to their local ABC affiliates last month, a new deal has been agreed.
YouTube TV Might Get A Picture Quality Boost This Summer
YouTube TV has continually been looking to improve various aspects of the experience lately, and it looks like picture quality might be next.
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