
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…
Google TV’s Pluto Upgrade Makes Watching Free TV Even Easier
Google TV is adding Pluto TV to its Live tab, making it quicker and easier to see what’s now showing on the various free channels and tune in.
You Can’t Cast Apple TV To Chromecast, But There Is a Workaround
There’s no option to cast Apple TV on iPhone and iPad to a Chromecast device, but there is a workaround, and some may not need to cast anyway.
How To Update Payment Method On YouTube TV
YouTube TV subscribers can easily change their payment method through the account section, but it does depend on the device they are using.
Vizio’s WatchFree+ Now Includes On-Demand Movies & Shows
In addition to live TV channels, Vizio’s WatchFree+ streaming service now also provides access to 1000s of free on-demand movies and shows.
Philo iOS App Gains Picture in Picture & AirPlay Support
The latest Philo iOS app update improves the user experience on iPhone and iPad through the addition of Picture In Picture mode and AirPlay.
How YouTube TV Works And What To Expect
YouTube TV works similar to traditional live TV services, but there are some differences to be aware of before signing up to stream live TV.
Sling TV Black Friday: Pay For One Month, Get Second For Free
Sling TV’s Black Friday deal offers two months of live TV for the price of one, making now a good time to give the affordable service a try.
YouTube TV Now Offering First Month At Just $14.99
In what YouTube TV refers to as its ‘biggest discount ever,’ new customers can sign up, bag a free trial and pay $14.99 for the first month.
Hulu’s Most Popular Plan Drops To $0.99 Per Month For Black Friday
As part of the Black Friday celebrations, consumers can sign up to Hulu’s ad-supported plan for just $0.99 per month for an entire year.
Get Peacock Premium For $2.49 Per Month (For 6 Months)
You can now sign up to the Peacock Premium plan for only $2.49 per month. The promo code also works with a Premium Plus subscription as well.
Hulu Live TV To Cost $69.99 From December 21, 2021
The cost of a Hulu Live TV subscription is increasing again, but the price hike will benefit those that also subscribe to Disney+ and ESPN+.
Paramount+ Has A Free Trial, And Here’s How To Maximize It
Paramount+ offers all new subscribers a free trial. Here’s what you need to know including how long you can watch for without paying.
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