r/RoastMe peaks Fridays 1pm-3pm UTC
r/RoastMe was created on April 22, 2015, making it 10 years and 10 months old and one of the older subreddits on Reddit. With 5,943,349 members, this is a large and well-established subreddit with significant reach and influence on Reddit.
r/RoastMe is steadily growing, with 20,594 new members in the last 30 days.
r/RoastMe is a large Reddit community centered on the practice of consensual comedic roasting, defined within the subreddit as the humorous mocking or humiliation of an individual through well-crafted jokes, disses, or comebacks. Operating on a foundation of participant consent, users voluntarily submit photos or personal details inviting others to critique them creatively. The atmosphere is competitive yet structured, emphasizing wit, timing, and originality over cruelty; moderators typically enforce rules against personal attacks targeting immutable characteristics or severe topics, aiming to maintain the activity within bounds of good-natured humor. This environment fosters a distinct culture where participants seek not only laughs but also recognition for sharp comedic execution, transforming potential embarrassment into a shared entertainment experience governed by implicit social rules among members.
Typical content consists of user-submitted self-roasts or requests for others to roast them, often accompanied by photos highlighting perceived quirks, awkward features, or humorous life situations. Responses range from single-line puns to elaborate, multi-paragraph takedowns. The notably high average comment count relative to upvotes (176.9 comments versus 55.1 upvotes per post) underscores the community's core interactive nature: engagement is driven by active participation in the roasting "game" rather than passive consumption. Peak activity on Friday afternoons UTC aligns with a global audience seeking weekend leisure, facilitating dynamic, rapid-fire exchanges where the best roasts gain visibility through upvotes, though the primary reward for many participants is the act of contributing itself. This structure creates a fast-paced forum focused on immediate comedic back-and-forth.
r/RoastMe distinguishes itself through its specific, skill-based focus on personalized humor within a consensual framework, contrasting with broader meme or general comedy subreddits. Its value lies in providing a dedicated space to hone comedic timing, observe diverse roasting techniques, and experience lighthearted social interaction centered on wit. The community appeals primarily to individuals comfortable with self-deprecation and interested in comedy writing or performance, offering practical experience in crafting effective jokes under constraints. Those seeking to develop thicker skin through controlled, humorous critique or simply enjoy the art of the well-executed diss may find it beneficial, provided they align with the subculture's norms of mutual respect disguised as playful antagonism. Its scale and consistent engagement reflect a sustained demand for this particular form of interactive, user-driven comedy.
r/RoastMe shows typical engagement for a community of this scale, with an average of 55.1 upvotes per post across its 5,943,349 members. The community is highly discussion-oriented, with a comment-to-upvote ratio of 3.21.
Posts on r/RoastMe receive an average of 176.9 comments, indicating a highly engaged community where members actively participate in conversations rather than passively consuming content. This level of discussion is characteristic of communities that value dialogue and diverse perspectives.
Based on an analysis of 28 top posts from the past week, Friday is the most active day with 9 posts reaching the top, while Tuesday sees the least activity with 1 posts. Weekday activity is higher than weekends, suggesting a more professionally-oriented community.
The peak posting hours are around 1pm UTC (5 posts), 4pm UTC (4 posts), and 12am UTC (4 posts). The quietest hours are 5pm UTC, 3am UTC, and 12pm UTC, with only 1-1 posts each reaching the top during these times.
Weekly breakdown: Monday (5), Tuesday (1), Wednesday (2), Thursday (5), Friday (9), Saturday (3), Sunday (3) posts reaching the top.
r/RoastMe currently has 5,943,349 subscribers. Over the past 30 days, the community has grown by 20,594 members (0.35%), averaging 528 new subscribers per day. This growth rate places r/RoastMe in the top 45% of all tracked subreddits.
Over the past 90 days, r/RoastMe has gained 44,761 subscribers (0.76%). Since tracking began 569 days ago, the community has added 1,014,825 total subscribers.
r/RoastMe is steadily growing, with 20,594 new members in the last 30 days.
r/RoastMe has 5,943,349 subscribers as of March 2026.
The best time to post on r/RoastMe is Fridays 1pm-3pm UTC, based on analysis of top-performing posts from the past week.
r/RoastMe is steadily growing, with 20,594 new members in the last 30 days.
r/RoastMe was created on April 22, 2015, making it 10 years old.
r/RoastMe is a Reddit community with 5,943,349 subscribers. The community describes itself as: "Roasting (v.) - To humorously mock or humiliate someone with a well-timed joke, diss or comeback. (As defined by urbandictionary) Hone your roasting skills, meet other roasters, and get yourself..." The best time to post on r/RoastMe is Fridays 1pm-3pm UTC. Posts receive an average of 55.1 upvotes and 176.9 comments. The subreddit is adding approximately 528 new members each day. Founded 10 years ago, r/RoastMe is tracked and analyzed by RedditList as part of its comprehensive database of over 106,347 subreddits.
Last updated: 2026-02-27 06:57:11