Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What if setting up Docker apps, Plex, AI tools, cloud storage, and automation servers was actually EASY?
In this video, I test Umbrel Home, a tiny self-hosted server that lets you install Docker apps with one click and turn this palm-sized device into your own NAS, media server, AI assistant, cloud storage, smart home hub, and much more.
Whether you want your own private Google Drive alternative, Plex server, AI chatbot, Home Assistant setup, or even your own WordPress hosting, this little box makes it ridiculously simple.
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🕒 Chapter Timestamps
00:00 – Docker Made Easy
00:16 – What Is Umbrel Home?
00:32 – Plug & Play Setup
00:49 – CPU & Hardware Specs
01:24 – DDR5 RAM & Storage Options
01:58 – Connectivity & Expansion
02:16 – WiFi & Remote Access
03:01 – File Sharing Explained
03:17 – Expanding Storage With NAS or DAS
04:20 – Time Machine Style Recovery
04:35 – Docker Apps & Portainer
05:05 – What Apps Can You Install?
05:21 – Run Your Own Website
05:36 – Plex Media Server Setup
05:52 – Google Photos & Dropbox Alternatives
06:08 – AI Apps & Chatbots
06:42 – Home Automation & CCTV Apps
07:12 – Cloud Backup & Encryption
07:28 – Bitcoin & Audiobook Apps
07:45 – More AI & Ad Blocking Tools
07:60 – Final Thoughts
What if setting up Docker apps, Plex, AI tools, cloud storage, and automation servers was actually EASY?
In this video, I test Umbrel Home, a tiny self-hosted server that lets you install Docker apps with one click and turn this palm-sized device into your own NAS, media server, AI assistant, cloud storage, smart home hub, and much more.
Whether you want your own private Google Drive alternative, Plex server, AI chatbot, Home Assistant setup, or even your own WordPress hosting, this little box makes it ridiculously simple.
⸻
🛒 Shopping List (Affiliate Links)
Umbrel Pro nascompares.com/link.php?ref=https://youtu.be/n2bU7XNW_vA&u=https://a.umbrel.com/nascompares/umbrel-pro
Umbrel Home nascompares.com/link.php?ref=https://youtu.be/n2bU7XNW_vA&u=https://a.umbrel.com/nascompares/umbrel-home
umbrelOS nascompares.com/link.php?ref=https://youtu.be/n2bU7XNW_vA&u=https://a.umbrel.com/nascompares/umbrelos
Products on Amazon
Raspberry Pi 5
nascompares.com/link.php?ref=https://youtu.be/n2bU7XNW_vA&u=https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Raspberry+Pi+5&linkCode=ll2&tag=dbite_yt-20
Support Us
Patreon
nascompares.com/link.php?ref=https://youtu.be/n2bU7XNW_vA&u=https://www.patreon.com/NAScompares
Ko-Fi
nascompares.com/link.php?ref=https://youtu.be/n2bU7XNW_vA&u=https://ko-fi.com/nascompares
Other Ways to Support
nascompares.com/link.php?ref=https://youtu.be/n2bU7XNW_vA&u=https://nascompares.com/support-nas-passion
⸻
📩 Contact for review samples or brand collaboration:
reviews@nascompares.com
⸻
🕒 Chapter Timestamps
00:00 – Docker Made Easy
00:16 – What Is Umbrel Home?
00:32 – Plug & Play Setup
00:49 – CPU & Hardware Specs
01:24 – DDR5 RAM & Storage Options
01:58 – Connectivity & Expansion
02:16 – WiFi & Remote Access
03:01 – File Sharing Explained
03:17 – Expanding Storage With NAS or DAS
04:20 – Time Machine Style Recovery
04:35 – Docker Apps & Portainer
05:05 – What Apps Can You Install?
05:21 – Run Your Own Website
05:36 – Plex Media Server Setup
05:52 – Google Photos & Dropbox Alternatives
06:08 – AI Apps & Chatbots
06:42 – Home Automation & CCTV Apps
07:12 – Cloud Backup & Encryption
07:28 – Bitcoin & Audiobook Apps
07:45 – More AI & Ad Blocking Tools
07:60 – Final Thoughts
