

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.
Xbox App (With Cloud Gaming) Now Available On LG Smart TVs
Earlier this year, Microsoft and LG announced plans to bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to LG smart TVs. For those that have been waiting for this support to arrive, it now…
Peacock Ended Q1 2025 With 41 Million Paid Subscribers
Peacock ended the first quarter of 2025 with 41 million paid subscribers. Considering the streaming service closed 2024 with 36 million, Peacock managed to add around five million subscribers during…
New Roku Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus Are Available To Pre-Order Right Now
Roku has now announced two new streaming players, the Roku Streaming Stick and the Roku Streaming Stick Plus. Compared to other streaming stick players, Roku says these are the most…
Frndly TV Adds Reelz To Channel Lineup
Frndly TV, the low-cost streaming service, has now added Reelz to its channel lineup, providing subscribers with the option of checking out a variety of popular Reelz programming, including On…
Max Subscribers Can Now Add An Extra Member To Their Account — For A Fee
Max subscribers in the U.S. can now add an extra member to their account, making it easier to access the streaming service in two locations. However, the privilege will cost…
Club Canela Is A New Streaming Rewards Program For Canela TV Users
Canela Media is launching a new streaming rewards program for users of its Canela TV service. The new in-app Club Canela program rewards users for viewing content they already watch,…
Fawesome Adds More Than 130 Faith-Based Titles to Free Streaming Service
The free Fawesome streaming service has expanded its selection of faith-based content with the addition of more than 130 inspiring titles. The latest additions come thanks to a new distribution…
Prepare For Takeoff: 16 Movies Set On An Airplane — And Where To Stream Them
While we probably wouldn’t recommend watching any of these on your next flight, here are our favorite movies set on an airplane, or featuring an aircraft as a prominent part…
What To Watch This Weekend: 12 New Movies And Shows Now Streaming (April 18, 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…
Fubo Will Continue to Be the Exclusive Home Of the Premier League in Canada
Fubo has agreed a deal that will ensure it remains the exclusive streaming home of the Premier League in Canada. The new multi-year distribution agreement means Fubo will stream all…
Over One-Third Of CTV Viewers Have Canceled A Streaming Subscription In The Past Year
36% of CTV viewers have canceled at least one paid streaming subscription in the past year. This is according to a new study from LG, which also highlighted the growing…
Samsung TV Plus Now Offers Nearly 700 FAST Channels in the U.S.
Samsung TV Plus now offers access to nearly 700 FAST channels in the U.S. According to Samsung, this now means its streaming service is home to more free, ad-supported channels…
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