

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.
YouTube TV and NBCUniversal Reach Short-Term Agreement Delaying the Loss of NBC Channels
YouTube TV and NBCUniversal have agreed a short-term extension while they continue to negotiate. The short-term agreement ensures YouTube TV subscribers maintain access to a number of NBC channels for…
Get Hulu Live TV For Just $65 (And Delay The Jump to $90)
Hulu Live TV is offering a big discount, reducing the cost of the base live TV package down to $64.99 a month for new subscribers. The discount applies to the…
Remote-Controlled Interactive Ads Lead To Stronger Recall And Higher Purchase Intent, Study Finds
Remote-controlled interactive ads are more effective in unaided brand recall, according to a new study. The report not only found higher levels of brand recall, but also higher intent to…
Prime Video Adds Premium NBA Features, Including Customizable Multiview and AI-powered Key Moments
Amazon is upgrading its Prime Video streaming experience for NBA fans through the addition of a number of new features. Once the new season tips off, basketball fans will have…
Fubo And Hulu Live TV Merger Approved By Fubo Shareholders
The Fubo and Hulu Live TV merger has now received approval from Fubo shareholders. While one step closer to completion, the deal is still subject to regulatory approval, including a…
Amazon Launches New Fire TV 2, Fire TV 4, and Fire TV Omni QLED Series Models
Amazon has launched a bunch of new smart TVs today. The new lineup for 2025 includes Fire TV Omni QLED Series, Fire TV 2 Series, and Fire TV 4 Series…
Fire TV Stick 4K Select Is Amazon’s Most Affordable 4K Streaming Stick (And Runs On Vega OS)
Amazon has announced a new streaming player, the Fire TV Stick 4K Select. Priced at just $39.99, the Fire TV Stick 4K Select is the company’s most affordable 4K streaming…
Philo Core Subscriptions Now Cost A Minimum Of $33 A Month
Philo has increased the minimum price of its Core live TV package to $33 a month. Although the change results in a $5 increase each month, subscribers now get access…
Philo Subscribers Now Get HBO Max and Discovery+ As Part Of Their Core Package
Philo subscribers now get access to the ad-supported versions of HBO Max and Discovery+ as part of their Core package. Although the new Warner Bros. Discovery partnership marks a major…
Paramount+ Will Become The Exclusive Home Of Zuffa Boxing From Next Year
Paramount Skydance has agreed a new deal with TKO Group that results in Paramount+ becoming the exclusive home of Zuffa Boxing. The long-term media rights agreement covers the U.S., Canada,…
YouTube TV Subscribers to Get $10 Credit if NBC Channels Are Dropped
YouTube TV and NBCUniversal are currently locked in a carriage dispute which could result in the loss of NBC channels. If those channels are dropped from the lineup, YouTube TV…
Now Telemundo Is Urging Google To Reconsider Dropping Channels From YouTube TV
Luis Fernández, the NBCUniversal Telemundo Chairman, has issued an open letter urging Google to reconsider dropping Telemundo from YouTube TV. This follows a report earlier this week stating NBCUniversal and…
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