Minimalist YouTubers Worth Watching in 2026
If you’re like me, you’ve watched a video about owning less and then, with no sense of irony at all, clicked on the next one, and the next, until it was midnight.
I’ve made my peace with that.
Minimalist YouTubers can be genuinely helpful, because seeing someone else’s empty-ish wardrobe or calm kitchen makes the idea feel possible in a way that reading about it doesn’t.
The trouble is that many of the channels people recommend have quietly stopped posting, changed direction, or changed their name.
So I checked every channel on this list in November 2026, and all of them have posted recently.
They’re grouped by what you’re looking for, so you can pick two or three instead of subscribing to them all, which would rather miss the point.
Classic Minimalism
Matt D’Avella
Matt D’Avella directed the documentary about The Minimalists and makes thoughtful, well-made videos about minimalism, habits, and buying less.
His videos are a good place to start if you like a calm, slightly dry style and a lot of practical experiments.
The Minimalists
The Minimalists, Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, talk about letting go of stuff, relationships, and the habits around consumption.
Their style is conversational, and it’s a good channel to listen to while you declutter.
Joshua Becker
Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist was one of the first people whose writing shaped this blog, and he’s still one of the kindest voices in minimalism.
He’s especially good if you have a family and want minimalism that fits real life.
Decluttering and the Home
The Minimal Mom
The Minimal Mom, Dawn Madsen, focuses on decluttering a family home without guilt.
Her videos are full of practical, room-by-room help, and they’re very motivating when you’re stuck.
Kalyn Nicholson
Kalyn Nicholson makes gentle videos about seasonal resets, decluttering, and slow living.
Her resets are a lovely companion to a weekend clear-out, and they go well with my decluttering categories guide.
Low-Waste and Anti-Consumerism
Shelbizleee
Shelbizleee talks about eco living, under-consumption, and pushing back against constant buying, with a lot of honesty and humour.
Immy Lucas
Immy Lucas, whose channel used to be called Sustainably Vegan, makes thoughtful videos about low-impact living, attention, and creativity.
Gittemary Johansen
Gittemary Johansen is a Danish creator who focuses on zero waste and anti-consumerism, with a practical Nordic approach.
If you’d like the reasons behind low-waste living, I gathered them in why zero waste is important.
Jenny Mustard
Jenny Mustard makes beautifully shot video essays on anti-consumerism, sustainable fashion, and design.
She’s the one to watch if you like your minimalism with a strong sense of style.
Slow and Intentional Living
Simple Happy Zen
Simple Happy Zen, run by Vera, covers minimalism, simple living, and frugality in a calm, down-to-earth way.
Muchelle B
Muchelle B talks about slow productivity and intentional living, which is a nice antidote to the hustle side of YouTube.
Lavendaire
Lavendaire, Aileen Xu, focuses on personal growth and designing a life on purpose.
It isn’t strictly minimalist, but it shares the same question at its heart: what do you actually want?
Jessica Rose Williams
Jessica Rose Williams is a smaller channel about slow living and what she calls intuitive minimalism.
It’s quieter than the others, and I mean that as a compliment.
If slowing down is what you’re after, my slow living tips go well with these three.
Calm Food
Pick Up Limes
Pick Up Limes, Sadia Badiei, makes plant-based recipes with a calm, uncluttered style that feels minimalist even when the food is generous.
It pairs nicely with a short pantry, like my minimalist food list.
Channels That Changed Direction
A few channels that often appear on older lists have moved on.
Rachel Aust, once a go-to for minimalist routines, now focuses more on wellness and day-in-the-life videos.
Break the Twitch, once a popular mindful minimalism channel, hasn’t posted a new video since 2022.
They’re still worth a look in their archives, but they’re no longer where to go for new minimalism content.
How to Watch Without It Becoming Another Scroll
I know, watching hours of videos about doing less is a very human contradiction.
Pick two or three channels, not ten, and turn off autoplay so one video doesn’t become five.
Watch with a purpose, for example one decluttering video before you tackle a drawer, then close the app and do the drawer.
And if YouTube is where your evenings disappear, my posts on digital minimalism and how to get off your phone might be the more useful next step.
And Remember
A good minimalist video can give you the push to finally clear the wardrobe.
Ten of them in a row mostly gives you a late night.
Choose a couple of creators who feel like good company, let them inspire you, and then put the phone down and start.
The real progress happens in your own home, one drawer at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the best minimalist YouTubers? Matt D’Avella, The Minimalists, Joshua Becker, The Minimal Mom, Jenny Mustard, Shelbizleee, Immy Lucas, Gittemary Johansen, Simple Happy Zen, and Kalyn Nicholson are all active and worth watching, depending on whether you want classic minimalism, decluttering help, low-waste living, or slow living.
Which minimalist YouTuber is best for beginners? Matt D’Avella and Joshua Becker are both good starting points, with practical, friendly introductions to owning less.
Are there minimalist YouTubers for families? Yes. The Minimal Mom and Joshua Becker both focus on minimalism in family homes.
Which channels cover zero waste and anti-consumerism? Shelbizleee, Immy Lucas, Gittemary Johansen, and Jenny Mustard all focus on buying less and living with a lower impact.
Is Break the Twitch still active? The channel hasn’t posted a new video since 2022, though its older videos are still available.