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If you mostly want a destination for computer backups, or a large storage space to share files across a network, almost any NAS drive will do the job – but we can do better than that. The best NAS dev

TerraMaster is perhaps a niche choice when it comes to NAS enclosures, but its products are usually well specified, with the F2-425 Plus being a case in point. This two-bay enclosure inhabits somethin

Q NAP’s HS-264 looks more like a set-top box than a NAS enclosure, and with some reason: it’s pitched as a home media server, and comes with features such as dual 4K HDMI ports and a fanless design. T

If you’re looking for a well-balanced four-bay NAS enclosure with a reasonable set of features, Synology’s DiskStation DS425+ should be on your shortlist. While not highly specified when compared to t

The QNAP TBS-464 is an all-flash NAS enclosure aimed primarily at mobile workers and content creators. It’s highly portable – about half the size of the QNAP HS-264 reviewed above – and with subtle go

Anyone familiar with NAS naming conventions might find the Synology DS725+ confusing. It’s a 2025 model, but clearly only a two-bay device – the “7” comes from the fact you can upgrade it with the DX5