
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…
Get a One-Month Paramount+ Free Trial with Promo Code (Nov. 2021)
If considering signing up to Paramount+ to watch Mayor of Kingstown, using a promo code will extend the seven-day free trial to one month.
Paramount+ Not the Same as Paramount: Here Are the Differences
Paramount+ and Paramount provide access to a lot of the same content, but they are not the same. It’s worth being aware of the differences.
Hulu Live TV Is Back Up To Four Million Subscribers Again
After losing some subscribers earlier in the year, Hulu Live TV is back on track and ended the latest quarter with four million subscribers.
fuboTV Finally Hits One Million Subscribers
It may have taken some time, but fuboTV recently reached one million paid subscribers and the service doesn’t look ready to stop there.
T-Mobile Customers Can Now Get Paramount+ For Free
New and existing T-Mobile customers on a postpaid plan can now claim a free Paramount+ Essentials subscription, saving $4.99 each month.
YouTube TV Adds Hallmark Channel, Movies & Mysteries, and Drama
YouTube TV’s channel list is now a little longer, thanks to the addition of Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama.
Disney+ Now Just $1.99 For The First Month
Disney+ is now offering the option to sign up and only pay $1.99 for the first month, with the deal a good way to see what’s new on Disney+.
Philo vs Hulu Live TV: What’s the Difference & Which is Best?
Philo and Hulu Live TV are both good options for streaming live TV, but there are enough differences to make choosing between them easier.
Sling TV Reached 2.56 Million Subscribers in Q3, 2021
Sling TV ended the third quarter of 2021 with 2.56 million subscribers, but not much has changed in spite of the quarterly subscriber growth.
How to Log Out of Hulu App on a Smart TV
Signing out of the Hulu app on a smart TV is not complicated, so long as you know where to find the ‘log out’ option in the settings menu.
Chromecast with Google TV Is All I Use Now, And I Don’t Know Why
Chromecast with Google TV has its issues and it is far from a perfect device, but it is hard to stop using Google’s player once you start.
Yes, HBO Max Has A Yearly Subscription And It Saves You Money
HBO Max offers both monthly and yearly plans, and signing up for an annual standard or ad-supported subscription can help save on the cost.
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