Amateur Radio YouTube Channels (Ranked by Subscribers)

Generated: December 27, 2025 (America/Los_Angeles)

Popularity metric: YouTube subscriber count (as displayed/rounded by YouTube). Counts change over time.

Entries are ordered in descending subscriber count, and each includes an MLA-style citation plus a short description.

  1. Ham Radio Crash Course

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 406K

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChAu6Cof9KlfFxSbL9ytosQ

    Ham Radio Crash Course. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChAu6Cof9KlfFxSbL9ytosQ. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Practical ham radio education, gear reviews, and operating tips with a strong focus on getting new operators on the air.

  2. w2aew

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 225K

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiqd3GLTluk2s_IBt7p_LjA

    w2aew. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiqd3GLTluk2s_IBt7p_LjA. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Hobby electronics and test/measurement content with frequent ham-radio-relevant circuits, measurements, and RF fundamentals.

  3. Ham Radio 2.0

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 192K

    https://www.youtube.com/@HamRadio2

    Ham Radio 2.0. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@HamRadio2. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    New-product reviews, modern operating modes, and practical station/antenna discussions for contemporary amateur radio.

  4. HamRadioConcepts

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 155K

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

    HamRadioConcepts. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@HamRadioConcepts. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Operating, troubleshooting, and technique-focused ham content aimed at helping operators build competence and confidence.

  5. David Casler Ask Dave

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 138K

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

    David Casler Ask Dave. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@davecasler. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Structured training and technical explainers (often beginner-friendly) covering licensing concepts and operating practices.

  6. Ham Radio DX

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 96.2K

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

    Ham Radio DX. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@HamRadioDX. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Tutorials, tips, and guides spanning HF/VHF/UHF topics, equipment, and operating practices.

  7. HAM Radio Channel

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 83.2K

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK2kevz0_TB_y9jFsfLkCCg

    HAM Radio Channel. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK2kevz0_TB_y9jFsfLkCCg. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    International-focused amateur radio communications content with an emphasis on practical radio communications topics.

  8. KB9VBR Antennas

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 75.7K

    https://www.youtube.com/@KB9VBR

    KB9VBR Antennas. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@KB9VBR. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Ham Radio Q&A, antennas, and how-to topics with a consistent question-driven, educational format.

  9. TheSmokinApe Ham Radio

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 69.7K

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

    TheSmokinApe Ham Radio. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@TheSmokinApe. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Radio testing, teardown/bench-style streams, and practical commentary on gear performance and compliance.

  10. Ham Radio Tube

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 68.5K

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

    Ham Radio Tube. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@hamradiotube. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Portable ops, gear reviews, and hands-on demonstrations with an approachable, field-oriented style.

  11. Off-Grid Ham Radio OH8STN

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 63.4K

    https://www.youtube.com/@OH8STN

    Off-Grid Ham Radio OH8STN. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@OH8STN. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Field and off-grid operating with an emphasis on practical power, antennas, and portable preparedness.

  12. HAMTech RADIO SCANNER M0FXB

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 58.9K

    https://www.youtube.com/@m0fxb

    HAMTech RADIO SCANNER M0FXB. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@m0fxb. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Ham radio and scanner-focused content, including equipment coverage, monitoring, and practical operating topics.

  13. Kevin Loughin

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 54.9K

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

    Kevin Loughin. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@loughkb. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Homebrew and experimentation-oriented ham projects and operating with a workshop/DIY emphasis.

  14. Radio Prepper

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 47K

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

    Radio Prepper. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@RadioPrepper. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Amateur radio in the context of emergency preparedness: comms planning, gear, and practical readiness workflows.

  15. Temporarily Offline

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 46.6K

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

    Temporarily Offline. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@temporarilyoffline. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Field operations, antenna builds, and operating challenges, typically presented in a practical, experiment-driven way.

  16. K7AGE

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 45K

    https://www.youtube.com/@K7AGE

    K7AGE. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@K7AGE. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Beginner-to-intermediate ham instruction plus project and operating videos (HF/VHF/UHF, satellites, and more).

  17. DX Commander

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 43.8K

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

    DX Commander. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@DXCommander. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    HF DX and antennas—especially practical vertical/field antenna systems and operating techniques.

  18. KM4ACK

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 37K

    https://www.youtube.com/@KM4ACK

    KM4ACK. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@KM4ACK. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Ham radio projects with a strong Linux/digital-modes/tooling angle; frequent step-by-step tutorials.

  19. Amateur Radio VK3YE

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 29K

    https://www.youtube.com/@vk3ye

    Amateur Radio VK3YE. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@vk3ye. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Electronics and amateur radio projects and operating insights with a technical, experiment-first approach.

  20. RadioHamGuy

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 28.7K

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

    RadioHamGuy. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@RadioHamGuy. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    General radio hobby content (including amateur radio) featuring station topics, gear talk, and operating discussions.

  21. YL Raisa

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 21.4K

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

    YL Raisa. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@YLRaisa. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Portable adventure-style ham radio and advocacy content; approachable videos aimed at promoting the hobby.

  22. Radio Workshop (G4NSJ)

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 20.2K

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

    Radio Workshop (G4NSJ). YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@radioworkshop. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Workshop-style antenna and station projects, repairs, and practical ham radio techniques.

  23. Ham Nation

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 19.9K

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

    Ham Nation. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@hamnation. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Long-form show format covering ham radio news, interviews, events, and operating culture.

  24. K6ARK Portable Radio

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 18.5K

    https://www.youtube.com/@K6ARK

    K6ARK Portable Radio. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@K6ARK. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Portable-first ham radio channel focused on field operations, compact station setups, and activation-style content.

  25. AmateurLogic.TV

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 15.3K

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

    AmateurLogic.TV. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@AmateurlogicTv. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Long-running series blending amateur radio topics with practical technology hacks and projects.

  26. 2E0EZT amateur radio

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 14.7K

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtX8PCgk0UHQRUqROCtPM4g

    2E0EZT amateur radio. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtX8PCgk0UHQRUqROCtPM4g. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Portable/off-grid operating, antenna builds, and field-camping style ham radio with a strong outdoors focus.

  27. Ham Radio Adventures With K0PIR

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 14.6K

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

    Ham Radio Adventures With K0PIR. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@HamRadioAdventures. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Icom-centric operating and ham software workflows, plus on-air activities and station tips.

  28. HamRadio.World

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 14.5K

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

    HamRadio.World. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@HamRadiodotWorld. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Family-oriented amateur radio content including educational and activity-driven videos suitable for youth involvement.

  29. Ham Radio TV

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 13.3K

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

    Ham Radio TV. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@HamRadioTV. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Equipment reviews and operating adventures with a community/event participation angle.

  30. Goodgame Ham Radio & Outdoors

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 9.65K

    https://www.youtube.com/@K5ATA

    Goodgame Ham Radio & Outdoors. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@K5ATA. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Teaching-oriented ham content, often focused on fundamentals and accessible approaches for newer operators.

  31. Radio Hobbyist

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 9.25K

    https://www.youtube.com/@Radio-Hobbyist

    Radio Hobbyist. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@Radio-Hobbyist. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Ham radio plus shortwave listening and scanning; comparisons and practical recommendations across the radio hobby.

  32. RATPAC Amateur Radio

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 8.53K

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

    RATPAC Amateur Radio. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@RATPAC. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Recorded presentations and training sessions (often Zoom-based) spanning general ham topics and emcomm.

  33. LCARA HAMRadio

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 8.03K

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

    LCARA HAMRadio. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@LCARAHAMRadio. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Club channel featuring local amateur radio activities, repeaters, and training/testing community content.

  34. House of Ham

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 7.88K

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

    House of Ham. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@houseofhamradio. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    General ham radio topics designed to be approachable for hams of varying skill levels.

  35. w5kub

    Subscribers (YouTube, rounded): 7.67K

    https://www.youtube.com/@w5kub

    w5kub. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/@w5kub. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

    Live show format with guests, events coverage, and discussion-oriented amateur radio programming.