Written by David Roberts
Reviewed by Lucas Walter
Updated
The top tech influencers in 2026 are Mrwhosetheboss, Marques Brownlee, Carterpcs, Linus Tech Tips and Phone Repair Guru. This list ranks 41 tech influencers by median views across their recent videos, not by follower count. Each one was found by searching across hundreds of thousands of top performing posts in the tech niche.
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All 41, in rank order. Select a row to jump to the write-up.
| Rank | Creator | Followers | Median views | Engagement | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mrwhosetheboss @Mrwhosetheboss | 23M | 6.7M | 2.4% | Phone and gadget reviews |
| 2 | Marques Brownlee @mkbhd | 21M | 5.7M | 2.2% | Flagship phone reviews |
| 3 | Carterpcs @actuallycarterpcs | 3.8M | 2.8M | 4.2% | Fast tech news |
| 4 | Linus Tech Tips @LinusTechTips | 17M | 1.6M | 1.8% | PC builds and reviews |
| 5 | Phone Repair Guru @PhoneRepairGuru | 6.2M | 1.5M | 1.9% | Phone teardowns and repairs |
| 6 | Unbox Therapy @unboxtherapy | 26M | 1.4M | 0.3% | Gadget unboxings |
| 7 | Nathan Espinoza @NathanEspinoza | 2.2M | 1.1M | 4.5% | Gadget tests |
| 8 | Dave2D @Dave2D | 3.7M | 774K | 2.6% | Laptop and phone reviews |
| 9 | JerryRigEverything @JerryRigEverything | 10M | 767K | 3.2% | Durability tests |
| 10 | Gamers Nexus @GamersNexus | 2.7M | 727K | 3.5% | PC hardware testing |
| 11 | Andy Harding @SalemTechsperts | 2.8M | 561K | 5.7% | PC repairs |
| 12 | SAMTIME @SAMTIME | 652K | 481K | 3% | Tech news satire |
| 13 | Romina Gafur @rominagafur | 22M | 429K | 5.7% | Phone unboxings and tips |
| 14 | Parker Burton @imparkerburton | 3.6M | 390K | 15% | Android first looks |
| 15 | johnnyytech @johnnyytech | 175K | 358K | 4.3% | iPhone tips |
| 16 | Snazzy Labs @snazzy | 1.3M | 354K | 3% | Apple and smart-home deep dives |
| 17 | BetimTech @betimtech | 490K | 351K | 2.4% | iPhone camera tricks |
| 18 | iJustine @ijustine | 1.6M | 351K | 5.6% | Apple unboxings |
| 19 | Hayls World @HaylsWorld | 2.8M | 347K | 2.1% | Phone tips and features |
| 20 | Brandon Butch @brandon.butch | 511K | 308K | 5.5% | iOS updates |
| 21 | JayzTwoCents @Jayztwocents | 4.3M | 294K | 2.2% | PC building |
| 22 | Brittany Marie @techtesseract | 1.1M | 282K | 4.6% | RGB PC builds |
| 23 | MrMobile @TheMrMobile | 1.3M | 243K | 3.6% | Phone and foldable reviews |
| 24 | Hardware Unboxed @Hardwareunboxed | 1.2M | 243K | 2.9% | GPU and CPU benchmarks |
| 25 | LGR @LGR | 1.8M | 234K | 5.4% | Retro computers |
| 26 | SarahGrace @TheSarahGrace | 3.8M | 189K | 3% | Apple gear tests |
| 27 | zollotech @zollotech | 2.2M | 185K | 1.4% | iOS updates |
| 28 | Max Tech @MaxTechOfficial | 1.3M | 148K | 1.2% | Apple news and leaks |
| 29 | Zach’s Tech Turf @ZachsTechTurf | 2.1M | 148K | 5.8% | PC building Shorts |
| 30 | The Tech Chap @Thetechchap | 1.6M | 147K | 1.5% | Phone and laptop reviews |
| 31 | Miles Franklin @milesabovetech | 977K | 147K | 7.7% | First looks |
| 32 | SuperSaf @SuperSaf | 2.3M | 142K | 1.1% | Phone camera comparisons |
| 33 | randomfrankp @randomfrankp | 2.2M | 137K | 2.4% | Desk setups and budget gadgets |
| 34 | Mobiscrub @mobiscrub | 709K | 135K | 4% | Phone buying advice |
| 35 | Hugh Jeffreys @HughJeffreys | 1M | 131K | 4.8% | Electronics repair |
| 36 | Ben Kimball @customadventurist | 653K | 126K | 5.2% | Phone tests |
| 37 | Austin Evans @austinevans | 5.8M | 119K | 2.7% | Cheap tech experiments |
| 38 | GeekyRanjit @Geekyranjit | 3.3M | 112K | 2.1% | Phone reviews for India |
| 39 | Paul’s Hardware @paulshardware | 1.6M | 106K | 2.8% | PC hardware news |
| 40 | TA Tech Tips @tatechtips | 3.6M | 101K | 6% | Android tips |
| 41 | Smart Home Solver @SmartHomeSolver | 737K | 100K | 2.1% | Smart home |
The best tech influencers aren’t simply the accounts with the most followers. Instagram, TikTok and YouTube all show videos to people based on how the video performs individually, not just based on who follows the creator. As a result, a small or mid-sized account can reach more people than one several times its size.
That’s why we rank tech influencers by median views of their videos (average number of people a typical video reaches). As of October 2026, the five most-watched are Mrwhosetheboss, Marques Brownlee, Carterpcs, Linus Tech Tips and Phone Repair Guru.
Six groups, split by the kind of video each creator makes and what a brand would book it for. The number beside each name is the creator’s overall rank.
Long, studio-shot reviews where a launch gets judged. Book them when the product can stand a verdict.
High-production unboxings and phone reviews, filmed in a studio and on location. Head-to-head tests of phones, gadgets and, lately, AI chatbots.
2 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in TVs and apps.
Polished reviews and first impressions of flagship phones, shot in a studio with close hands-on footage. iPhone and Android launches get the same treatment.
2 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in electronics retail and wallets.
Tabletop unboxings and hands-on demos of the newest phones and odd gadgets. The product comes out of the box on camera, and the video stays short and visual.
12 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in apps, phones and laptops.
Calm, carefully shot reviews of laptops, Macs and phones, told over B-roll. A handful of videos a month.
No sponsored posts found in the last 90 days.
Scripted phone reviews with studio shots and B-roll, with a focus on foldables and wearables. Android phones get most of the airtime.
10 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in chargers and power banks, VPNs and privacy tools, and phone cases.
Hands-on reviews and comparisons of phones, laptops, TVs and wearables, filmed on location and in a home studio. Built around the question of what to buy.
16 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in laptops, smartwatches and wearables.
Camera comparisons of flagship phones, mostly iPhone against Galaxy, plus calm unboxings with the sound turned up. Long comparisons and Shorts.
3 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in TVs and smartwatches.
Experiments with cheap and refurbished tech, plus product reviews, from a home studio. Each title promises a test: buying, using or comparing the thing.
6 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in software, internet service and sleep tech.
Long smartphone and gadget reviews made for buyers in India, spoken in English. Android phones get most of the airtime.
2 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in phones and laptops.
Vertical unboxings and quick tests that put a product in the feed within days of release.
Daily vertical videos testing phones, cases, headphones and strange gadgets, filmed at home and on the go. Straight demos mix with quick calls on whether a gadget is worth using.
3 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in smart glasses, apps and phone cases.
Fast phone unboxings, camera-setting tips and side-by-side phone tests, shot handheld and face to camera. New iPhones, Pixels and Galaxys all appear.
9 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in phones, tablets and 3D printers.
Face-to-camera first looks and reactions to new phones, often Android ones, with iPhone-against-Android debates. Posts almost daily.
10 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in chipsets, laptops and sleep tech.
Unboxings and quick first looks at new iPhones and Apple gear, filmed vlog-style at home. Sponsored spots for apps and accessories sit alongside them.
3 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in smart glasses, online shopping and phone cases.
Tests of cheap and knock-off Apple gear against the real thing. New-iPhone unboxings and quick hot takes fill the rest of the feed.
4 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in mobile carriers and apps.
Frequent unboxings and first looks at phones, headphones and laptops, often filmed at launch events. Daily tech videos from Austin.
5 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in chipsets, mobile carriers and tablets.
Desk-setup and gaming-gear videos: gadgets under $50, keyboards, mice and deal lists. Also hosts a series of setup room tours.
No sponsored posts found in the last 90 days.
Phone experiments: fake-against-real tests, case tests, durability and price comparisons, each with a payoff at the end. Fast cuts and several posts a day.
7 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in chargers and power banks, audio gear, and VPNs and privacy tools.
Commentary and satire on the week’s launches, leaks and price changes.
Short, fast-cut videos about four times a day, reacting to phone, PC and gadget news straight to camera. The comedy edit carries the news more than the spec sheet does.
No sponsored posts found in the last 90 days.
Satirical skits about tech news, mostly face to camera, that make fun of Apple, Samsung and Google alike. Posts on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
No sponsored posts found in the last 90 days.
Explainers on Apple leaks and rumors, plus hands-on comparisons of Macs and iPhones. More than one video a day.
1 sponsored post in the last 90 days, in apps.
Settings, updates and setup walkthroughs. A fit for apps, software features and accessories that need explaining.
Handheld videos of iPhone tips, phone unboxings and cheap-against-Pro-Max tests. A numbered daily series teaches iPhone basics.
No sponsored posts found in the last 90 days.
In-depth analysis of Apple hardware and software, plus smart-home and home-network projects. Few videos, each a long, tested walkthrough.
3 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in apps and wearables.
Short demos of iPhone camera tricks and hidden settings, filmed close and hands-on. Side-by-side camera tests pit iPhones against Samsung phones.
10 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in energy drinks, cameras and voice recorders.
Tips, tricks and hidden features for iPhones, Galaxy phones and wearables, shown screen-first in quick demos. Each new phone gets a full features walkthrough.
3 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in chipsets and phones.
Walkthroughs of iOS updates, iPhone hands-ons and tip lists, presented to camera with the device in hand. Apple is the whole beat.
No sponsored posts found in the last 90 days.
Breakdowns of every iOS, iPadOS and watchOS update, plus reviews of iPhones, Watches and AirPods. Talking-head videos, posted almost daily.
3 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in phone cases and chargers and power banks.
Short phone Reels: which model to buy, budget phones, and settings worth changing, mixing screen recordings with on-camera takes. Captions are in English.
2 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in phones and electronics retail.
A host demonstrates Android and Samsung settings on camera, plus first looks at phones, watches and gadgets. Quick how-tos and did-you-know reveals.
15 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in phones, office chairs and TVs.
Smart-home how-tos, automation ideas and device reviews, filmed in a working smart home. Home Assistant, robot vacuums and sensors come up often.
3 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in audio gear, storage and home appliances.
Component tests and full builds for buyers who compare frame rates before they spend.
Long reviews, PC builds and teardowns from a studio and workshop. Linus Sebastian hosts most of the public videos; staff front the members-only extras.
33 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in accessories, software and PC parts.
Long, data-heavy component reviews and industry news from a test bench. Benchmarks and pricing analysis come before personality.
8 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in PC parts.
PC builds, how-tos and hardware commentary from a workshop. Made for buyers who want to build or fix their own computer.
No sponsored posts found in the last 90 days.
Cinematic RGB PC-build reveals and part-by-part unboxings, often for brand giveaways. Talks to camera and over the build footage.
9 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in PC parts and monitors.
Graphics card and CPU benchmarks narrated over frame-rate charts, with on-camera segments. Testing on release day is the core of the channel.
24 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in PC parts, accessories, and chargers and power banks.
Quick PC-building videos, mostly Shorts: part picks, RAM and GPU prices, Windows tweaks and build guides. The channel also sells custom gaming PCs of its own.
2 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in 3D printers and tools.
PC hardware news recaps, builds and benchmarks, filmed at a desk with the parts in hand. A weekly tech news show carries a recurring case sponsor.
9 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in PC parts.
Workbench channels that open devices up. A fit for products that can survive a teardown.
Teardowns, repairs and phone mods at a repair bench, mostly filmed hands-only. Long videos sit beside a steady run of repair Shorts.
3 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in chargers and power banks and phone cases.
Durability tests and teardowns at a workbench: scratch, burn and bend tests on new phones. Every big phone launch goes under the blade.
10 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in mobile carriers, wallets, and chargers and power banks.
Repairs and teardowns of dirty or broken gaming PCs and laptops, on the bench of a computer refurbishing business. Each video talks through the diagnosis and the fix, with jokes.
19 sponsored posts in the last 90 days, in PC parts, accessories and software.
Retro computing: unboxings, restorations and histories of vintage PCs, odd peripherals and 90s software. Filmed in a workshop full of old machines.
1 sponsored post in the last 90 days, in tools.
Repairs and restorations of broken phones, laptops, tablets and old electronics at a workbench. One long video every second week.
No sponsored posts found in the last 90 days.
We analyzed the 642 posts these 41 creators published on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube in the last 30 days. Of those, 72 beat their creator’s usual views by 3× or more.
Here are the hooks that are working, read from each post’s caption, title, or on-screen text.
“Walmart’s Cheap TV Comes with a Hidden Cost”
The title gives the creator’s verdict before the video does: a product is a letdown, a price is back to normal, a company has made a mistake. News gets the same treatment, told as a take rather than a headline.
Austin Evans 1.2M views · 10.5× their usualIt is the most common opening this month, spread over 11 creators. For a brand it cuts both ways: the same habit that lifts a creator’s launch review can put a blunt line about your product in the title.
“Meet the Beats 360!”
The caption or title names the product and nothing else: no claim, no question. The product itself is the hook.
Miles Franklin 1.7M views · 11.8× their usualMost of these are TikToks: 9 of the 13. The format needs a product that looks new on sight, which suits a launch or a seeded sample better than a software update.
“Do Non-Yellowing Clear Phone Cases Actually Work?! 😳”
The caption or title sets up a test and keeps the answer for the video: does a clear case stay clear, can an iPad run desktop games, how good is a new camera at night. Viewers stay to see how it ends.
Ben Kimball 2M views · 15.7× their usualSix creators supply these posts, on YouTube and TikTok. For a brand it is the format with the least control: the creator runs the test on camera, and if the product fails, that is the video.
BetimTech: “This is the best iPhone hack! And of course, even better with a good drink like GO+ 🔥📱🥤” reached 11M views, 32.6× their usual.
TA Tech Tips: “Blood Pressure tracking just got a huge upgrade!” reached 2.3M views, 23.1× their usual.
JerryRigEverything: “iPhone 18 Pro TEARDOWN: They aren’t going to like this...” reached 10M views, 13.1× their usual.
What the tech accounts on this list do at each size on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Use it to judge whether a creator’s numbers are strong for their tier.
| Tier | Followers | Median views | Engagement | Posts a week | Sponsored posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid | 100K to 500K | 355K | 3.3% | 3.4 | 17% |
| Macro | 500K to 2M | 191K | 3.8% | 2.6 | 22% |
| Mega | 2M to 10M | 294K | 2.7% | 4.2 | 13% |
| Mega | Over 10M | 1.5M | 2.3% | 2.6 | 26% |
Medians across these 41 accounts, from each account’s recent videos. “Sponsored posts” is the share of posts in the 90 days to Oct 13, 2026 that carry a paid-partnership or paid-promotion label or a stated sponsor, or are part of a brand campaign.
If you market a phone, a laptop, an accessory or an app, these are the checks to make before you send a review unit or a contract.
A full review on a long YouTube channel, a 30-second first look on TikTok, and a sponsor read inside someone’s video are three different purchases. A review judges your product in public; a read only introduces it.
Decide which one you need, then shortlist creators who make that format every week, not once.
Look at the last 30 videos and note which phones appear. An Android accessory on a feed of iPhone tips reaches the wrong owners, however good the views.
Agree up front whether the review is paid, whether the creator keeps the unit, and when the embargo lifts. Under the FTC’s guidance, even a product lent for review and sent back can need a disclosure, depending on the product and how long the creator keeps it.
Launch weeks bring the biggest views and the most crowded feeds. An accessory that lands in the same week as a new iPhone competes with every review of it; one that lands two weeks later can ride the interest instead.
Accessory and app makers book the same creators again and again. Check the last 90 days for a competitor in your category, and ask whether the creator offers a window with no rival brands.
We identified and ranked these creators by searching hundreds of thousands of top performing tech posts across Instagram, TikTok and YouTube with Klint.
We rank by median views across each creator’s recent videos, so one viral post can’t lift an account up the list. Creators from any country qualify if they post in English or with no words, and most of their videos are about phones, computers, gadgets or apps.
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As of October 2026 the top five tech influencers by median views are Mrwhosetheboss, Marques Brownlee, Carterpcs, Linus Tech Tips and Phone Repair Guru.
The largest account is Unbox Therapy, with 25.6 million YouTube subscribers. The most watched is Mrwhosetheboss, with a median of 6.7 million views per video.
The list places two creators on Instagram, because their Reels outdo their other accounts: Brittany Marie (RGB PC builds) and Mobiscrub (phone buying advice). Many of the others have large Instagram accounts but reach more people elsewhere: Marques Brownlee has 5.3 million Instagram followers and more views per video on YouTube.
YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. Of the 41 creators, 30 are listed on YouTube, 9 on TikTok and 2 on Instagram; anyone active on several is listed where a typical video reaches the most people.
Start with who reviewed your competitor’s last launch: search YouTube and TikTok for that product’s name plus “review” and note the creators who keep coming up. With Klint you can describe that search in plain words and run it across platforms, for example “Android reviewers under 500K followers who covered a foldable this month”.
It depends on the format more than the follower count. A dedicated review, a short sponsor read inside a longer video, and a set of short-form posts are priced differently, and usage rights, exclusivity windows and whether the creator keeps the review unit all change the fee.
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