
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…
TCLtv+ Adds Western Bound FAST Channel To Free Lineup
TCL‘s free streaming service, TCLtv+, has now added the Western Bound FAST channel to its lineup. The new channel provides user with access to a wide variety of Western programming.…
New Fox Streaming Service Is Called ‘Fox One’ and Will Launch in Time for Football Season
Earlier this year, Fox Corporation CEO Lachlan Murdoch confirmed the company plans to launch a new direct-to-consumer subscription streaming service before the end of 2025. Today, Fox confirmed the new…
Peacock Discontinues ‘Plus’ Add-On For Premium Subscribers
Peacock has made the decision to discontinue its ‘Plus’ add-on. As a result of this change, Peacock Premium subscribers can no longer add Plus to their base subscription. The change…
What To Watch This Weekend: 11 New Movies And Shows Now Streaming (May 9, 2025)
If you’re looking to watch something new this weekend, here’s a roundup of the best new movies and series you can now stream from the comfort of your home. New…
Get A Full Year Of BritBox For Less Than $72 With This Limited-Time Deal
If you like British TV then you might want to consider signing up to BritBox, the streaming home of a variety of new and exclusive British mysteries, comedies, dramas and…
AMC Networks Closed The First Quarter Of 2025 With 10.2 Million Streaming Subscribers
AMC Networks ended the first quarter of 2025 with 10.2 million streaming subscribers. Considering AMC Networks closed out 2024 as a whole with 12.4 million streaming subscribers, the latest subscriber…
Sling TV Ended The First Quarter Of 2025 With 1.9 Million Subscribers
Sling TV closed out the first quarter of the year with 1.894 million subscribers. The latest subscriber update confirms a fairly major drop in subscribers over the first three months…
Monster Jam FAST Channel Arrives On Amazon Prime Video
The Monster Jam FAST channel is now available on Amazon’s Prime Video, providing motorsports fans with another option for streaming “unexpected, unscripted, and unforgettable” content for free. With the channel…
Optimum Customers Can Redeem A Free Six-Month Disney+ And Hulu Bundle Subscription From Next Week
Select Optimum customers can soon redeem a free six-month Disney+ and Hulu bundle subscription. With both of these streaming services being offered for free, customers have the opportunity to save…
Warner Bros. Discovery Ended Q1 2025 With 122.3 Million Streaming Subscribers
Warner Bros. Discovery ended the first quarter of 2025 with a total of 122.3 million streaming subscribers. The number includes those paying for HBO, Max and Discovery+. Although Warner Bros.…
Chuck E. Cheese FAST Channels and Standalone Streaming App Coming Soon
Fans of Chuck E. Cheese might be happy to know new Chuck E. Cheese FAST channels are coming soon. Chuck E. Cheese has teamed up with Future Today to launch…
New Netflix TV Experience Features More Visible Shortcuts, Responsive Recommendations and More
Netflix has now unveiled its new experience for TV users. The new experience includes a number of upgrades like more visible shortcuts and responsive recommendations. In terms of those shortcuts,…
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