Best Faceless YouTube Short Stories Channels to Start in 2026
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| Metrics | Insights |
|---|---|
| Channels Audited | 6 |
| Opportunity Score | 6.7/10 |
| Average RPM | $4.0 |
| Market Saturation | Medium |
Our data audit identified the most efficient performers in the short stories niche. We focus on âAlphaâ channelsâthose generating views significantly higher than their subscriber count, representing the highest growth potential for new creators in 2026.
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TALES FOR LIFE (@TalesForLifeOfficial)
| Subscribers | Efficiency | Avg Views | RPM Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30.9k | 4.8x | 148.3k | $5 |
âNarrated short stories with moral lessons, often used for English language practice. Visuals are simple (stock images or slow animations).â
- Winning Strategy: High engagement due to storytelling. Excellent for ESL market.
- Growth Gap: Competitive but the demand is huge.
Top Benchmark Videos
- The Power of Saying No | A Story That Will Change Your Life (658.2k views)
- Small Habits That Lead to Success | A Powerful Discipline Story (332.1k views)
- When God Makes You Lonely, He Has a Purpose | A Powerful Story (159.9k views)
Bonzika Studios (@BonzikaStudios)
| Subscribers | Efficiency | Avg Views | RPM Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123.0k | 2.2x | 267.1k | $5 |
âShort, comedic 2D animations using stick figures or simple graphics to tell relatable life stories.â
- Winning Strategy: Consistent style and high relatability.
- Growth Gap: Saturated market, but high virality potential.
Top Benchmark Videos
- Little Brother (4.2M views)
- Matatu Baby (2.8M views)
- Lunch Time (2.7M views)
Stoic True Wisdom (@Stoic_True_Wisdom)
| Subscribers | Efficiency | Avg Views | RPM Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 161.0k | 0.1x | 8.3k | $2 |
âSingle animated short stories.â
- Winning Strategy: Creative freedom.
- Growth Gap: Saturated market.
Top Benchmark Videos
- 8 Smart Responses That Will Silence Anyone #ancientphilosophy #stoic #stoicphilosophy #stoicism (454.9k views)
- The Psychology Behind People Who Don t Like Guests #ancientphilosophy #philosophy #stoicism (210.9k views)
- Why Staying Home Is the BEST Thing You Can Do Stoicism (198.9k views)
WOA Fairy Tales - English (@WOAFairyTalesEnglish)
| Subscribers | Efficiency | Avg Views | RPM Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3M | 0.0x | 49.5k | $5 |
âOriginal fairy tale style stories with moral lessons, targeting teens and young adults.â
- Winning Strategy: Original content with high view counts
- Growth Gap: Original moral stories for teens are less common than classic fairy tales
Top Benchmark Videos
- They Said There Were Only 12 Zodiac Signs Until I Showed Up! Fairy Tales in English (137.5k views)
- I m Not Like the Other Fairies I m a Mantis with a Secret English Story For Teen (64.1k views)
- Flower Fairyâs Love Story | English Story For Teen (26.4k views)
CCC Documentary (@cccdocumentary)
| Subscribers | Efficiency | Avg Views | RPM Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 651.0k | 0.0x | 2.4k | $3 |
âShort, AI-generated stories about animal rescue and human-animal bonds. Uses AI imagery and voiceover.â
- Winning Strategy: Extremely low production cost and time.
- Growth Gap: Market is becoming saturated with AI-generated âheartwarmingâ clips. To stand out, needs a unique angle like âExotic Animal Rescueâ or âWildlife Rehabilitation.â
Top Benchmark Videos
- These intelligent dogs taught this young man a lesson he will never forget. #dogs (87.5M views)
- These clever dogs taught this impudent young man a lesson heâll never forget. #dogs #smartdogs (24.3M views)
- This man learned a valuable lesson about respecting others from this intelligent dog. #dogs (12.4M views)
The Q (@TheQ_original)
| Subscribers | Efficiency | Avg Views | RPM Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13.2M | 0.0x | 6.7k | $4 |
â2D animated story compilations. Focuses on âunbelievable real storiesâ presented through simple animation.â
- Winning Strategy: Visual storytelling is highly engaging and sticky.
- Growth Gap: Most story channels use stock footage. Animated stories are rare and stand out visually. âTrue Storyâ animation is a specific sub-niche with low competition.
Top Benchmark Videos
- How to Make Coca Cola Soda Fountain Machine with 3 Different Drinks at Home (431.4M views)
- Epic Cycling on Ice (218.3M views)
- How to Make Popsicle Stick House for Rat (206.4M views)
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