

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.
‘Transformers: Rise of the Beast,’ ‘The Little Mermaid,’ and 100s More Movies Now Streaming Free on Pluto TV
July is looking like a good month on Pluto TV with another huge batch of movies streaming for free. Notable additions this month include 2023’s Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,…
Netflix in July 2026: ‘Enola Holmes 3,’ ‘Little House on the Prairie,’ and Everything Else New to Watch
July on Netflix is a good month for drama fans. Subscribers can not only check out Netflix’s reimagining of Little House on the Prairie but also Enola Holmes 3 and…
Dish DBS Files Prepackaged Chapter 11, Says ‘Business as Usual’ for Sling TV
Dish DBS Corporation and certain subsidiaries, including Dish Wireless and its subsidiaries, today filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. While significant, the chapter 11 filing isn’t expected to impact Dish…
Peacock in July 2026: Married at First Sight, The Five Star Weekend, and Everything Else New to Watch
July is shaping up to be a hot month on Peacock. In addition to the return of Married at First Sight with season 20, subscribers can also check out new…
Samsung TV Plus Adds Carwow FAST Channel to Free Lineup
Samsung TV Plus users now have access to a new FAST channel, and one dedicated to the automotive industry. The Carwow FAST channel was added to the free streaming service’s…
Peacock Subscribers Can Now Add Starz to Their Select and Premium Plans
Peacock now offers the option to add Starz to a Select, Premium, or Premium Plus plan. While this won’t result in a lower monthly price, it can help to reduce…
Peacock Rolling Out More World Cup Features As Tournament Enters Knockout Stages
With the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup now underway, Peacock is rolling out some new features for soccer fans to enjoy. One of which is specifically designed to…
New to Stream This Week on Apple TV, Disney+, HBO Max, Paramount+, and More (June 29–July 5)
Looking for something new to stream this week? Well, season three of Silo on Apple TV, season two of X-Men ’97 on Disney+, and Enola Holmes 3 on Netflix, are…
You Can Now Subscribe to Peacock Premium Plus via YouTube Primetime Channels
Peacock Premium Plus is now available on YouTube Primetime Channels. Following the arrival of Fox One earlier this month, this marks the second major streaming service to launch as a…
Get a Whole Year of Paramount+ Premium for Just $70 (50% Off)
Paramount+ is currently running a great deal on its annual Premium plan. Thanks to a promo code knocking 50% off the usual price, new and eligible returning subscribers can currently…
LG’s New StanbyME 2 Max Is a 32-Inch 4K Portable Display Running on webOS
LG has launched a new lifestyle display under its StanbyME brand. The new StanbyME 2 Max is designed to be a lightweight display, making it possible to easily move from…
Comcast to Separate Into Two Independent Companies
Comcast has confirmed its intention to separate into two independent publicly traded companies. Following completion of the separation, the two companies will independently operate as Comcast and NBCUniversal. What You…
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