Synology
2 Bays, Diskless
+Two drive bays for a mirrored or expandable setup
+Diskless design lets you choose your own drive size
+Private cloud storage for home and small business use
−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
$622.00-25%List: $829.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Two drive bays for a mirrored or expandable setup
+Diskless design lets you choose your own drive size
+Private cloud storage for home and small business use
Cons−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
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UGREENSpec score 8.8
2 Bays, AMD, 8GB, 10GbE
+Two bays for a compact home setup
+10GbE network port for fast transfers
+Docker support for running containerized apps
−Drives not included, so storage must be bought separately
−Only 8GB RAM limits heavier applications
$509.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.8
Pros+Two bays for a compact home setup
+10GbE network port for fast transfers
+Docker support for running containerized apps
+Media support for streaming content
Cons−Drives not included, so storage must be bought separately
−Only 8GB RAM limits heavier applications
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+10GbE: the highest fastest port of the 33 here
+8GB memory: only 1 of 40 here have a higher memory
+Runs Docker: only 9 of 57 here have one
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QNAPSpec score 8.4
2 Bays, Intel, 8GB, 2.5GbE
+8GB RAM for multitasking across apps and users
+Two 2.5GbE ports for faster network transfers
+M.2 slots for adding SSD cache or storage
−Ships diskless, so drives must be purchased separately
$489.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:11 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+8GB RAM for multitasking across apps and users
+Two 2.5GbE ports for faster network transfers
+M.2 slots for adding SSD cache or storage
+Intel quad-core processor
+Two drive bays for a compact desktop setup
Cons−Ships diskless, so drives must be purchased separately
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+8GB memory: only 1 of 40 here have a higher memory
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
+M.2 SSD slots: only 10 of 57 here have one
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SynologySpec score 8.3
2 Bays, Intel, 2GB, Diskless
+Two drive bays for a compact two-drive storage setup
+Desktop form factor for placing on a desk or shelf
+M.2 slot for SSD caching or storage
−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
$910.52
as of 11/04/2026 06:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.3
Pros+Two drive bays for a compact two-drive storage setup
+Desktop form factor for placing on a desk or shelf
+M.2 slot for SSD caching or storage
+2 GB of RAM
Cons−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+M.2 SSD slots: only 10 of 57 here have one
−2GB memory: 20 of the 40 here have a higher memory
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TerraMasterSpec score 7.8
2 Bays, Intel, 4GB, 2.5GbE
+Two drive bays for a compact personal storage setup
+Intel quad-core CPU for file serving tasks
+2.5GbE network port for faster transfers than gigabit
−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
$299.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Two drive bays for a compact personal storage setup
+Intel quad-core CPU for file serving tasks
+2.5GbE network port for faster transfers than gigabit
+4GB RAM for smoother multitasking
+Media support for streaming to other devices
Cons−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
AsustorSpec score 7.7
2 Bays, ARM, 1GB, 2.5GbE
+Two bays for expandable home storage
+2.5GbE LAN for faster network transfers
+Media support for streaming photos and videos
−Only 1GB of RAM limits multitasking
−Drives are not included with the unit
$199.99
as of 11/04/2026 06:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.7
Pros+Two bays for expandable home storage
+2.5GbE LAN for faster network transfers
+Media support for streaming photos and videos
Cons−Only 1GB of RAM limits multitasking
−Drives are not included with the unit
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
−1GB memory: 34 of the 40 here have a higher memory
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
QNAPSpec score 7.7
2 Bays, ARM, 2GB, Diskless
+Two drive bays for mirrored or expanded storage
+Desktop form factor for home or office
+ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core processor
−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
−Only 2GB of memory is listed
$239.00
as of 11/04/2026 03:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.7
Pros+Two drive bays for mirrored or expanded storage
+Desktop form factor for home or office
+ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core processor
+2GB DDR4 memory installed
Cons−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
−Only 2GB of memory is listed
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
−2GB memory: 20 of the 40 here have a higher memory
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
Synology
2 Bays, Intel, Diskless
+Two drive bays for a compact two-drive setup
+Intel CPU supports hardware transcoding for media streaming
+Media server functionality for streaming
−Diskless, so drives must be bought separately
$364.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - DetailsQNAP
2 Bays, Diskless
+Hardware RAID support
+USB Type-C connection
+Compact 2-bay design
−Ships diskless, so drives must be purchased separately
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Product details
Pros+Hardware RAID support
+USB Type-C connection
+Compact 2-bay design
Cons−Ships diskless, so drives must be purchased separately
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
BuffaloSpec score 7.8
2 Bays, 2.5GbE, Drives included
+Two bays for drive mirroring or capacity growth
+2.5GbE network port for faster wired transfers
+8TB capacity with two 4TB drives included
$474.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:11 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Two bays for drive mirroring or capacity growth
+2.5GbE network port for faster wired transfers
+8TB capacity with two 4TB drives included
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
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Buffalo
2 Bays, Drives included, Desktop
+Two bays with 8TB total capacity included
+Desktop form factor for office placement
+Drives included with the unit
$846.99
as of 11/04/2026 03:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Two bays with 8TB total capacity included
+Desktop form factor for office placement
+Drives included with the unit
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
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Synology
2 Bays, Diskless, Desktop
+Two drive bays for a compact storage setup
+Desktop NAS form factor for home or office use
+Diskless, so drives are bought separately
$209.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Two drive bays for a compact storage setup
+Desktop NAS form factor for home or office use
+Diskless, so drives are bought separately
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
UGREEN
2 Bays, Diskless, Desktop
+Two drive bays in a desktop form factor
+Diskless model lets you choose your own drives
+Includes a Cat 8 Ethernet cable
−Drives must be purchased separately before use
$389.74-13%List: $447.98
as of 11/04/2026 10:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Pros+Two drive bays in a desktop form factor
+Diskless model lets you choose your own drives
+Includes a Cat 8 Ethernet cable
Cons−Drives must be purchased separately before use
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
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UGREENSpec score 8.2
2 Bays, 4GB, 1GbE, Diskless
+Two drive bays for a basic storage setup
+Media features for photo and video libraries
+Docker support for running extra apps
−Diskless, drives must be bought separately
−Only 4 GB RAM
$239.99-11%List: $269.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.2
Pros+Two drive bays for a basic storage setup
+Media features for photo and video libraries
+Docker support for running extra apps
+Phone backup and remote access features
Cons−Diskless, drives must be bought separately
−Only 4 GB RAM
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+Runs Docker: only 9 of 57 here have one
−1GbE: 27 of the 33 here have a higher fastest port
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UGREENSpec score 8.9
2 Bays, Intel, 10GbE, Desktop
+10GbE network port for fast network transfers
+Intel processor for the NAS
+Docker support for running containerized apps
−Only two drive bays limit storage expansion
$799.90-1%List: $807.98
as of 11/04/2026 03:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.9
Pros+10GbE network port for fast network transfers
+Intel processor for the NAS
+Docker support for running containerized apps
+Desktop form factor for compact placement
Cons−Only two drive bays limit storage expansion
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+10GbE: the highest fastest port of the 33 here
+Runs Docker: only 9 of 57 here have one
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ZimabladeSpec score 8.9
2 Bays, Intel, 16GB
+Two drive bays for a compact storage setup
+Intel quad-core processor for file serving tasks
+16GB RAM for running multiple services at once
−Only two bays limits total storage capacity
$249.90
as of 11/04/2026 09:07 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.9
Pros+Two drive bays for a compact storage setup
+Intel quad-core processor for file serving tasks
+16GB RAM for running multiple services at once
+Docker support for installing container apps
+Plex support for streaming media to devices
Cons−Only two bays limits total storage capacity
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+16GB memory: the highest memory of the 40 here
+Runs Docker: only 9 of 57 here have one
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AsustorSpec score 8.4
2 Bays, Intel, 4GB, 5GbE
+Dual 5GbE ports for faster networking
+Two drive bays plus M.2 SSD slots
+Media server support included
−Drives sold separately, must be purchased
−Only 4GB of RAM
$516.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+Dual 5GbE ports for faster networking
+Two drive bays plus M.2 SSD slots
+Media server support included
Cons−Drives sold separately, must be purchased
−Only 4GB of RAM
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+5GbE: only 2 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+M.2 SSD slots: only 10 of 57 here have one
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OricoSpec score 8.4
2 Bays, 2.5GbE, Diskless
+Two M.2 NVMe slots for fast SSD caching
+2.5GbE network port for faster transfers than gigabit
+Two drive bays for mirrored or split storage
−Drives are not included with the unit
−Only two drive bays limit total capacity
$269.99
as of 11/04/2026 03:05 PST - DetailsSynology
2 Bays, Diskless
+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
$285.99-6%List: $304.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
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QNAPSpec score 8.4
2 Bays, Intel, 4GB, Desktop
+Two drive bays for a compact desktop storage setup
+Supports 4K media playback
+Docker support for running containers on the NAS
−Only 4GB RAM for heavier workloads
$1,455.88
as of 11/04/2026 06:06 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.4
Pros+Two drive bays for a compact desktop storage setup
+Supports 4K media playback
+Docker support for running containers on the NAS
+4GB RAM for everyday multitasking
Cons−Only 4GB RAM for heavier workloads
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+Runs Docker: only 9 of 57 here have one
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
AsustorSpec score 8.3
2 Bays, Intel, 4GB, 2.5GbE
+Two drive bays plus M.2 NVMe slots
+Media server support included
+2.5GbE network port for faster transfers
−Drives sold separately, must be purchased
−Only 4GB of RAM
$483.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.3
Pros+Two drive bays plus M.2 NVMe slots
+Media server support included
+2.5GbE network port for faster transfers
Cons−Drives sold separately, must be purchased
−Only 4GB of RAM
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
+M.2 SSD slots: only 10 of 57 here have one
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
SynologySpec score 8.3
2 Bays, AMD, 4GB, 2.5GbE
+Two drive bays for a 16TB bundle with WD Red Plus drives
+Includes two 8TB Western Digital drives
+Supports M.2 NVMe SSD slots
−Desktop form factor takes up desk space
$1,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.3
Pros+Two drive bays for a 16TB bundle with WD Red Plus drives
+Includes two 8TB Western Digital drives
+Supports M.2 NVMe SSD slots
+2.5GbE network port for faster transfers than standard gigabit
+AMD processor for file serving and backups
Cons−Desktop form factor takes up desk space
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
+M.2 SSD slots: only 10 of 57 here have one
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
YxkSpec score 8.3
2 Bays, 4GB, 2.5GbE, Diskless
+Two drive bays for a small RAID or mirrored setup
+2.5GbE network port for faster transfers than gigabit
+Docker support for running containers on the NAS
−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
−Only 4GB RAM, which limits heavier container workloads
$99.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:06 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.3
Pros+Two drive bays for a small RAID or mirrored setup
+2.5GbE network port for faster transfers than gigabit
+Docker support for running containers on the NAS
+Desktop form factor suited to a home shelf or desk
+4GB RAM for basic file sharing and backup tasks
Cons−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
−Only 4GB RAM, which limits heavier container workloads
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
+Runs Docker: only 9 of 57 here have one
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
UGREENSpec score 8.2
2 Bays, 4GB, 1GbE, Diskless
+Two drive bays for a basic storage setup
+Docker support for running extra apps
+Desktop form factor
−Diskless, drives must be bought separately
−Only 4 GB RAM
$239.06
as of 11/04/2026 03:05 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score8.2
Pros+Two drive bays for a basic storage setup
+Docker support for running extra apps
+Desktop form factor
+Sold with a Cat 8 Ethernet cable
Cons−Diskless, drives must be bought separately
−Only 4 GB RAM
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+Runs Docker: only 9 of 57 here have one
−1GbE: 27 of the 33 here have a higher fastest port
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
QNAPSpec score 7.8
2 Bays, ARM, 4GB, 2.5GbE
+Two drive bays for mirrored or expanded storage
+2.5GbE port for faster network transfers
+Desktop form factor for home or office
−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
$299.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Two drive bays for mirrored or expanded storage
+2.5GbE port for faster network transfers
+Desktop form factor for home or office
+ARM quad-core CPU with built-in NPU
+4GB of memory installed
Cons−Ships diskless, so drives must be bought separately
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+4GB memory: only 5 of 40 here have a higher memory
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
SynologySpec score 7.8
2 Bays, Intel, 2GB, 5GbE
+Two bays for a compact storage pool
+Intel Celeron quad-core processor
+5GbE network port for faster transfers
−Only 2GB of RAM
$981.42
as of 11/04/2026 10:09 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.8
Pros+Two bays for a compact storage pool
+Intel Celeron quad-core processor
+5GbE network port for faster transfers
+Drives included, so it is ready to use
Cons−Only 2GB of RAM
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+5GbE: only 2 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
−2GB memory: 20 of the 40 here have a higher memory
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
AsustorSpec score 7.7
2 Bays, 2GB, 2.5GbE, Diskless
+Two bays for expandable home storage
+2.5GbE LAN for faster network transfers
+Supports 4K Plex media streaming
−Drives are not included with the unit
$282.99
as of 11/04/2026 10:10 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.7
Pros+Two bays for expandable home storage
+2.5GbE LAN for faster network transfers
+Supports 4K Plex media streaming
Cons−Drives are not included with the unit
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
+2.5GbE: only 5 of 33 here have a higher fastest port
−2GB memory: 20 of the 40 here have a higher memory
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
QNAPSpec score 7.7
2 Bays, ARM, 2GB, Desktop
+Two drive bays for mirrored or expanded storage
+Desktop form factor for home or office
+ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core processor
−Only 2GB of memory is listed
$294.88
as of 11/04/2026 10:11 PST - DetailsProduct details
Spec score7.7
Pros+Two drive bays for mirrored or expanded storage
+Desktop form factor for home or office
+ARM Cortex-A55 quad-core processor
Cons−Only 2GB of memory is listed
Compared with the 57 NAS Devices on this page+2 bays: the most bays of the 57 here
−2GB memory: 20 of the 40 here have a higher memory
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer) About this product
