Ultimate List of Homelab YouTubers for 2025

Introduction

If you asked me what interesting content to watch on YouTube, I wouldn’t be able to give you a wide selection because lately, I’ve been deeply interested in homelabbing and have been watching a lot of videos on this topic.

For me, homelabbing has evolved from just an interesting topic into a full-fledged hobby where I am constantly researching, experimenting, learning, and practicing. So don’t be surprised that my blog contains a lot of technical articles, like Site-to-Site VPN with Twingate

As a programmer, I regularly deal—either directly or indirectly—with networks, containerization, security, and related topics. These things are fascinating in themselves. It’s not like I’ve only just discovered them. Throughout my life, I’ve witnessed the evolution of many technologies, used them, and now, having almost unlimited access to them, I truly enjoy all these possibilities.

However, everything changes rapidly, and keeping up with it all alone would be challenging. That’s why I started following YouTube channels run by guys who have a bit more time to explore and share their experiences in an engaging way. There are a lot of them, but today I want to focus on my favorite creators and explain why I like them. I always look forward to their videos.

So, let’s get started!

Top YouTube Bloggers on Homelabbing

I intentionally don’t want to create a ranking, so I’m listing these bloggers in no particular order. However, there is one who truly deserves special attention, so I’ve saved him for last.

@TechnoTim

https://www.youtube.com/@TechnoTim

This guy, Tim, is constantly building something. In a good way—his content covers everything from server builds to experiments with smart homes, AI, and various self-hosted services.

He touches on many trending topics and showcases a lot of new technologies. In fact, he is often one of the first to publish news or updates on the latest developments.

What I especially enjoy are his annual HomeLab Tour videos and overviews of installed services. These provide a great way to evaluate different setups and get ideas for your own projects.

If you want to stay up to date with the world of homelabs and self-hosted solutions, Techno Tim is the guy to follow.

@SpaceRexWill

https://www.youtube.com/@SpaceRexWill

A colorful, unconventional, and truly unique content creator, in the best sense. His videos are heartfelt and presented in great detail. I won’t say I watch everything, but the content that catches my attention is delivered exceptionally well.

He publishes a lot of videos about the technologies he works with, such as networks and data storage solutions like Synology. Yes, there’s quite a bit of that, but among all of it, there’s also a lot of content with a presentation style you won’t find anywhere else. Just watch a couple of his videos, and you’ll understand what I mean.

@HardwareHaven

https://www.youtube.com/@HardwareHaven

This guy, with a relatively small number of videos compared to others, has become a real favorite among the audience. As he describes himself—he loves tinkering with old computers—which I really admire.

I enjoy when old things are given new life after being improved and rethought. Hardware Haven—even the name speaks for itself.

The creator puts a lot of effort into finding old tech, refreshing it, and presenting it in a new way. I’m truly amazed at how much value can be extracted from old hardware.

After watching all his videos, I myself got hooked and bought an old Fujitsu Futro S920 for $36. Adding another $30, I reached a total budget of $65 and turned it into a home server with Proxmox VE, Docker, and Ghost CMS (the platform you’re reading this blog on). This setup currently works perfectly for most of my experiments.

This channel is about efficient use of money and resources, about how you can fix shortcomings yourself, 3D print additional parts, paint, and build a data storage server with enough capacity for the next 10 years.

Do you like watching tech content? Then subscribe to this channel. It’s one of those cases where, after watching a couple of videos, you’ll want to watch them all.

@WolfgangsChannel

https://www.youtube.com/@WolfgangsChannel

Wolfgang is from Hamburg and probably the only European creator on this list.

This guy is very similar in spirit to Hardware Haven, or maybe the other way around. He talks about hardware, cheap hardware, and its repurposing. I really like his approach and the way he thinks. I share his principles and enjoy watching his builds with curiosity.

By the way, he presents theoretical content very clearly and accessibly. For example, in this video, he breaks down every myth in detail, and after his explanations, it’s hard not to agree with him.

Like Hardware Haven, I really appreciate the calm atmosphere in Wolfgang’s videos. I always make tea and get some snacks because I know I’ll need to watch carefully—it’s always so interesting.

@RaidOwl

https://www.youtube.com/@RaidOwl

Ha! Want to browse computer stores without leaving home? Done! Want a 100Gb network at home? Easy. This guy will both interest and sell you on it. He’s much more energetic than the previous two in his delivery, which you might enjoy. Personally, I think that’s what I liked about him the most.

I also watched his HomeLab Tour and was just envious. A guy with so many interesting toys can’t help but be interesting.

He talks about hardware (now I also want a NAS without old HDDs), containers, self-hosted services, and networks. I especially found his network content fascinating.

Sure, I may not have a lot of what he talks about and shows, but watching doesn’t hurt. Who knows, maybe I’ll get there. I’m already dreaming about a 10Gb network at home, and it’s totally achievable.

The content on his channel is quite diverse and will appeal to a large audience. You’ll definitely find something for yourself.

@DBTechYT

https://www.youtube.com/@DBTechYT

DB Tech is really cool and interesting because he "finds gold in the mud." From him, I learn about new (or old but interesting) services that often match my needs.

After his video about ByteStash, the project experienced a huge surge because people found out about it and started using it actively. This led to the rapid growth of the project itself. It’s a bit unfortunate for the creator, though, as he’s been swamped with work 😄.

DB Tech himself makes reviews and tutorials about self-hosted services. Don’t know what to try? Visit his channel, and you’ll definitely find something.

While there are occasional videos about hardware, I’m more excited about his reviews on Docker, Proxmox, and similar topics.

The guy is really positive and pleasant.

@CraftComputing

https://www.youtube.com/@CraftComputing

The Craft Computing channel is fairly new to me. What caught my attention is how it combines topics on servers and computer gaming. I was really surprised when I saw what gaming monsters they’re building for streaming games over a network on this channel.

Honestly, it’s just fascinating how they charge multiple video cards without video outputs into a server with 40+ cores, and as a result, three people can play remotely on their own computers. The cloud gaming topic is explored on this channel more than anywhere else.

Occasionally, there are reviews of local artificial intelligence running on the same powerful hardware. This topic interests me, so I keep following it closely.

The guy has a lot of experience and has tested various hardware, which he talks about on the channel. So, if you’re into hardware, games, AI, and much more, you’ll find it all here.

@NetworkChuck 🔝⭐

https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkChuck

I didn't want to create a separate category, but this guy truly deserves it, so I saved him for last.

Firstly, his videos are incredibly motivating, pushing you to try new things. The energy this guy brings is powerful.

Secondly, the way the material is presented is brilliant. Complex topics are explained in a clear and concise format, with humor and visuals. The way he graphically presents information is something no one else does quite like him.

It’s likely because of these two factors that NetworkChuck has such popularity. But just as important is the fact that his content is engaging and relevant. After watching, you’ll want to sit down and try something out for yourself.

Many of his videos have practical applications. They’re not abstract concepts, but real, actionable things you can do today to start solving certain technical problems.

AI Says

As the world of home labs continues to grow, it’s exciting to see how YouTubers around the globe are contributing to this space. These creators not only provide invaluable insights into the hardware, software, and systems that power home labs, but they also foster a community of like-minded enthusiasts. Whether you’re an experienced homelabber or just starting, the channels featured in this list offer something for everyone. From detailed technical tutorials to engaging discussions about the future of home labs, they’re sure to inspire and challenge you. So, grab your tools and get ready to explore the endless possibilities in your own homelab!

Final Notes and Thoughts

If you were to ask me who I’d recommend, it would definitely be NetworkChuck. But that doesn’t mean he’s the one for everyone. Each of these creators has their unique strengths, which is why I’m subscribed to all of them.

There are many authors out there, but over the last two years, I’ve chosen these, and I feel it was the right decision. I’ll be sticking with them into 2025.

The world of homelab is vast, and as viewers, we all have our own preferences. Personally, I’m interested in all of it – AI, gaming, hardware, networks, rack servers, self-hosted services, containers, virtualization, and more.

I hope you find my selection of favorite creators enjoyable.

And even if homelabbing isn’t your thing, just subscribe to NetworkChuck, and let’s chat in a couple of months. He’s the kind of person who can capture anyone's interest.

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