Comparison

Laravel vs PHP

YouTube tutorial ecosystem comparison based on 4,478 channels

Data updated: June 9, 2026

Metric Laravel PHP
Channels 65 139
Total Subscribers 3.7M 8.6M
Avg Engagement 3.78% 3.64%
Avg Views/Video 3.6K 5.9K
Active Channels 28 57
Overlap 65 channels teach both

Top Laravel Channels

#1 Net Ninja 1.9M #2 Code Step By Step 407.0K #3 Laravel Daily 160.0K View all 65 Laravel channels

Top PHP Channels

#1 Traversy Media 2.4M #2 Net Ninja 1.9M #3 AsmrProg 414.0K View all 139 PHP channels

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I learn Laravel or PHP?

Both have strong YouTube tutorial ecosystems. Laravel has 65 channels (3.7M total subscribers) while PHP has 139 channels (8.6M total subscribers). Laravel tutorials have higher average engagement, suggesting more interactive learning communities. The best choice depends on your goals — explore both at /tutorials/laravel/ and /tutorials/php/.

Are there YouTube channels that teach both Laravel and PHP?

Yes, 65 channels teach both Laravel and PHP, including AI Coding Daily, Net Ninja, Code Step By Step. These full-stack educators can help you learn how the technologies work together.

Which has more YouTube tutorials, Laravel or PHP?

PHP has more dedicated YouTube channels (139 vs 65). In terms of total subscriber reach, PHP leads with 8.6M subscribers.

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