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Budget Homelab is an independent resource for self-hosters, home server builders, and homelab enthusiasts who want practical guidance without enterprise budgets. We write tested, honest content — no sponsored recommendations disguised as editorial.

What we cover

Self-hosting guides, mini PC and NAS hardware, Docker and Proxmox infrastructure, networking, reverse proxies, DNS, storage, and open-source alternatives to commercial services. If it runs in a rack, a mini PC on a shelf, or an old ThinkPad under a desk, it's in scope.

Our audience

Cost-conscious self-hosters who want to build something real without breaking the bank. Sysadmin hobbyists expanding their homelab. Remote workers who want control over their own infrastructure. They read full guides, follow setup steps, and make purchase decisions based on what actually works at the price they can afford.

Relevant hardware categories: budget mini PCs (Beelink, Minisforum, CWWK), home NAS devices, networking gear, storage, low-power servers, and the accessories that make a homelab run.

Content types

• Setup guides — step-by-step instructions for running real services on real hardware
• Hardware reviews — honest assessments of mini PCs, NAS devices, switches, and accessories
• Comparisons — side-by-side breakdowns to help readers choose between options
• Infrastructure guides — Docker, Proxmox, networking, DNS, and self-hosting fundamentals
• Best-of roundups — curated picks at specific price points for common homelab use cases

How we can work together

Editorial policy

Budget Homelab has no manufacturer affiliation. Our recommendations are based on research and, where possible, hands-on testing. We say when something isn't worth the money. We point to cheaper alternatives when they exist. That independence is what makes the site useful — and what makes working with us worth your time.

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