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10 Small YouTube Channels that Hit 1,000 Subs FAST [January 2023]

January was a fresh start for small YouTube creators, and they took full advantage of the opportunity to grow their channels. We saw some creators go from a handful of subscribers to more than 40,000 in just a few weeks!
That's no small task, so we're here to say congratulations and share your success with the vidIQ community!
As always, we define the vidIQ community as anyone using our growth tools to reach YouTube success. So if you've signed up for vidIQ to optimize your videos, find keywords, or even get video ideas, this roundup is for you. We're celebrating your wins.
Ready to see who got the most subscribers? These were the fastest-growing channels last month.
1. Rainbow Friends Fans
Rainbow Friends Fans is an entertainment channel based on the Roblox game Rainbow Friends.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 1
- Subscribers at the end of January: 12,700
- Current subscribers: 44,500
Most-viewed video:
2. DarkMine
DarkMine compares different gaming scenarios in Minecraft.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 1
- Subscribers at the end of January: 8,610
- Current subscribers: 10,300
Most-viewed video:
3. Liam Ottley
Liam Ottley makes videos about artificial intelligence, technology, and entrepreneurship.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 1
- Subscribers at the end of January: 6,230
- Current subscribers: 6,720
Most-viewed video:
4. Papa ist Vegan
Papa ist Vegan makes videos about all things vegan!
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 1
- Subscribers at the end of January: 5,080
- Current subscribers: 7,330
Most-viewed video:
5. Radhe Krishna Tv
Radhe Krishna Tv is a religious channel about Hinduism.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 5
- Subscribers at the end of January: 17,400
- Current subscribers: 20,900
Most-viewed video:
6. v_vlog01
v_vlog01 makes videos about Asian music, Japanese farming, and more.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 2
- Subscribers at the end of January: 6,860
- Current subscribers: 6,870
Most-viewed video:
7. Wesleyxis_ff
Wesleyxis_ff is a channel about video game culture.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 14
- Subscribers at the end of January: 42,700
- Current subscribers: 57,900
Most-viewed video:
8. Motors for Reveur
Motors for Reveur is a channel dedicated to anything with an engine, especially if it rolls, flies, or floats.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 1
- Subscribers at the end of January: 2,670
- Current subscribers: 3,020
Most-viewed video:
9. Learning Stories
Learning Stories is a kids' channel that features colorful toys.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 5
- Subscribers at the end of January: 13,000
- Current subscribers: 13,000
Most-viewed video:
10. Disco Remix PH
Disco Remix PH creates disco remixes with a reggae twist.
YouTube subscriber stats:
- Subscribers in December: 1
- Subscribers at the end of January: 2,480
- Current subscribers: 2,480
Most-viewed video:
Congrats to everyone who grew their channels quickly last month! 🥳
Swing by our top YouTube channels section to discover even more creators: