Synology

Synology makes the most polished NAS software (DSM) with an excellent app ecosystem — the friendliest set-and-forget option. Before buying, check its drive-compatibility rules on recent models, and whether the CPU is Intel (transcoding) or AMD (no transcoding).

Best for: people who value software polish over price.

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