Today we compare different approaches for running a bitcoin node, including DIY options and plug & play nodes including Umbrel, Start9, myNode, Raspiblitz, Cubit, and Ronin Dojo! For more on this topic, be sure to check out my playlist on running a node:    • Running Your Own Node   🤝 Need help or 1:1 mentorship? Contact me at https://vida.page/ianmajor 🙏 If you'd like to support the channel, you can send sats to Lightning address me@www.ianmajor.xyz or ragermajor@getalby.com 🟣 Follow me on Nostr! https://nostrplebs.com/s/ragermajor or npub15f52rwxq0cv5v7qn0zxghpwc9deprtlr52uk4uuhxt4s0z7zx7gsvfux44 ➡️ If you missed my latest videos, be sure to give the following a watch: -Seed Phrases & Bitcoin Backup Best Practices https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Xre23cp5Bw -How To Buy Bitcoin & Take Self-Custody https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUlfyXf6Ugo -Will Covenants Be The Next Bitcoin Soft Fork? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dfv4GBd_EAM _______________________________________________________ Timestamps: 0:00 Video Introduction 0:30 Defining Your Use Case 3:08 Bitcoin Node Decision Framework 3:20 Software Considerations 6:57 Hardware Considerations 12:48 DIY Options 18:21 Plug & Play Options 31:55 Hardening Security 32:20 The Final Comparison __________________________ None of this is financial advice. Do your own research. Materials Referenced: https://bitcoiner.guide/node/compare/ https://www.lopp.net/bitcoin-information/full-node.html #bitcoinnode #bitcoinfullnode #ianmajor #allthingsbitcoin