
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…
Save $20 On A Discovery Plus Ad-Free Annual Plan With Code
If considering signing up to Discovery+, a current promo code offers a significant discount on the cost of the ad-free annual subscription.
Hulu Live TV Is Now The Best Deal, But Not For Everyone
Hulu Live TV was always a popular live TV streaming option, but recent changes have greatly added to the overall value of a subscription.
HBO Max Profiles: How Many You Can Have & Creating New Ones
HBO Max subscribers are able to create multiple profiles through the app, making it easier to share a single subscription with other people.
You Can Now Watch Sling TV On Amazon’s Echo Show 15
Amazon’s Echo Show 15 is the latest device to gain support for Sling TV, offering subscribers the option to watch on their smart display.
YouTube TV Recordings: How Fast-Forwarding (Skipping) Ads Works
YouTube TV subscribers can fast-forward and skip ads on recordings, but the way the service works can prove unnecessarily confusing at times.
All Hulu Live TV Subscribers Are Getting an Unlimited Cloud DVR
All new and existing Hulu Live TV subscribers will get an unlimited DVR recording experience starting next month, and at no additional cost.
Sling Orange vs Blue: The Differences And How To Choose The Right Plan
Sling Orange and Blue are more alike than different, but there are enough differences to make choosing between the two live TV plans easier.
Save $10 On DirecTV Stream For The First Three Months
DirecTV Stream is currently offering a $10 off deal on all of its main live TV plans, with the discount applying to the first three months.
How To Restart An Apple TV Player (It Can Help Fix Issues)
There are multiple ways to restart an Apple TV player including via the settings menu, using a remote shortcut, or just unplugging the device.
Can You Watch The History Channel On Discovery Plus?
Discovery+ opens up access to episodes from various networks including the History Channel, but there are still limits with a subscription.
Vizio Smart TVs Gain Access To The Amazon Music App
Amazon Music is the latest app to become available on Vizio Smart TVs, providing users with an additional way to listen to music on their TV.
Cheaper, Ad-Supported Disney+ Plan Reportedly Being Discussed [Update: Confirmed]
An ad-supported plan could make it easier to sign up to Disney+ at a cheaper price. It could also make it easier to increase the ad-free cost.
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