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…
Can an Existing HBO Max Subscription Be Added to YouTube TV?
You’ll need to choose between an existing HBO Max subscription and signing up through YouTube TV. Both have their benefits and limitations.
Why HBO Max on YouTube TV Is Missing Shows & How to Watch Them
YouTube TV subscribers can add HBO Max to their live TV package, but might find some of the shows and movies are missing from the TV app.
Get Starz for $15 for 3 Months or $25 for 6 Months
A Starz subscription currently costs just $5 per month for three months, but even more can be saved when prepaying for six months instead.
Philo Subscription Price Rising to $25 Per Month on June 8
Philo has managed to avoid a price increase over the years, but that’s changing next month along with the time recordings can be kept for.
Sling TV Rolling Out Fresh & Updated App Experience
Sling TV subscribers can now expect an upgraded user experience thanks to the release of a new TV app, beginning with Fire TV platform users.
How to Get Sling TV for Free for 2 Months (Verizon Customers)
Verizon wireless, Fios and 5G Home internet customers can currently get two months of Sling TV for free when signing up. Here’s how.
$10 HBO Max Arrives in June, But There’s a Catch (Besides the Ads)
WarnerMedia confirmed a more affordable HBO Max subscription tier will become available in June, but ads breaks are not the only compromise.
AT&T TV Drops 2-Year Contract Plans for New Customers
AT&T TV is no longer offering an option to sign up to its live TV plans on a two-year basis, and the Xtra package has disappeared completely.
No YouTube TV on Xfinity Flex, But That Could Change
YouTube TV is unavailable on Comcast’s Xfinity Flex platform, but that could change in the future following Google’s Roku live TV shortcut.
WarnerMedia & Discovery Join Forces Through New Standalone Company
In the latest major change to the streaming landscape, AT&T’s WarnerMedia is joining forces with Discovery to create a new streaming giant.
Quibi Shows Return as Roku Originals on May 20
Quibi shows will once again become available to steam on May 20 and for free, albeit as Roku Originals through The Roku Channel.
fuboTV Hit 590,000 Subscribers During Strongest Q1
With more than 590,000 subscribers, the first quarter of 2021 was fuboTV’s strongest Q1 in history.
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