Free tools we build and use for home lab work.
A curated shortlist of the free tools, Chrome extensions, and companion sites we ship. All free, all no-signup-required for basic use.
AI Tool Pickr
AI Tool Pickr is our free directory of AI tools for developers, sysadmins, and technical creators. Includes claude-voice-tools (BYOK Claude voice interface), tool comparisons, and hands-on write-ups.
Chrome Extensions
Free Chrome extensions we maintain:
- Price Parity – Amazon US/CA price comparison at a glance. Extension ID:
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Free calculators and reference tools
Bookmark-worthy references we point readers to:
- NAS decision tree – which NAS brand and size fits your storage needs
- 3-2-1 backup strategy calculator – how much backup capacity you actually need
- UGREEN NAS full lineup comparison – spec-by-spec across models
Community and resources
Places we contribute to and learn from:
- r/selfhosted – self-hosting community (see our 2025 update analysis)
- r/homelab – home lab hardware community
- r/HomeServer – home server discussions
This page is updated as new tools launch. Check back monthly.