@arafat464
Synology is the best option for most normal ppl. UGreen is better if you're willing to tinker a little, but still dont want to be bothered building your own NAS. I recommend a Synology for my dad, and a UGreen for me.
@ExpressITTech
DSM is very refined and well produced but the fact with the Ugreen ones after their initial wobble on the topic, you can totally run your own OS and they will honor the warranty on the basis of it not being caused by the OS does make it a very attractive option
@meindertsprang7491
For me, it's Synology hands down. I run a small business (hardware/software development) and I have run my own linux servers in the past. In short: for my business I am "the specialist" but for all other things like our IT infrastructure, I am a mere user. I want things to work good and reliable. I just retired a DS211, which has been running flawlessly for 14 years, first as a primary NAS and from 2016 onwards as a backup for a DS716+. The latter is now being replaced by a DS923+. Simply good stuff. No hassles.
@wagnonforcolorado
Glad that you ID'd a reality in the NAS world, NAS units are increasingly multi-function devices. I am hoping Synology and QNAP up their hardware game in response.
@TechOverwrite
Awesome video - when I saw the title I was like "uh gosh, not another sponsored UGREEN NAS video" 😂 But thankfully my cynical POV was wrong - this sums things up really well IMO.
@UnwalledGarden
The best NAS is the one I can actually get. UGreen might be cheaper, but I can’t order one.
@KarlRock
17:40 Gotta agree on your conclusion. I’m a compsci grad so I could build and run my own, but what’s the point if a good solution is available that saves me time so I can focus on my core business.
@brianjones7595
I got the Ugreen Nas 8800 for $900 so I’m very happy with it so far. Yes the software is no where near synology but I. Believe in the next year they will be right up there. I am using it for a media server so with basic storage and making a backup of drives off site. It will do well. Many people are complaining about the software and issues but as I been finding out it’s more user error. Still trying to get plex running and I am getting closer it’s always been my lack of knowledge on a Nas server. This is my first.
@K4ZA
I got my UGREEN NAS 10 days ago and I feel exactly the same. I have the 4 bay Plus model and hardware wise it's a dime. But the software…uff. I love the look and general design of the UI. That's top notch, but feature wise and stability wise it's still a long way from perfect. I guess that's what the 40% Kickstarter discount was for and it should be fully usable by the end of the year (I'm getting updates almost every day so it seems like that should be the case). Because I only dabble in tech and building pc's and don't really know how to code, use the console or linux in general, I have to stick with what the OS offers me. And I hope they'll add most of the features that I want
@ITProSupply
Agreed about Syno. The DSM and being able to extend its capabilities with add-ons makes it a good solution for lots of places.
@Lassik2
UGREEN allows you to install your own OS on their hardware. Can you do an updated review of Synology vs UGREEN with TrueNAS installed on it?
@MagDag_
Buying Ugreen and installing TrueNas or other stable system.
@vidx9
Ordered the Ugreen DXP8800 Pro with the i7 from China which is not available for backing in the kickstarter campaign. Excluding shipping, it costs 6599 Chinese Yuan which is around $910+. This is value considering I could install Truenas or Unraid onto it. Not to mention it supports up to 64GB DDR5 ram, two NVME slots, native 10Gbe, and Thunderbolt 4.0, on top of the 8-bay slots. It is as close as it gets to be a complete all-in-one NAS solution. I do get that Synology DSM is extremely easy to set up for those not savvy to install another OS but for homelabbers, the Ugreen cannot be beat with that hardware.
@EkIsWilhelm
Thank you for yet another very informative (and at times pretty funny) video, but especially thank you for not sticking annoying background 'music' on it!
@exe_
Synology is no longer a contender now that they're locking NAS features unless you purchase their hard drives.
@craigbell473
I've been dealing with Synology for a bunch of years. I do like their software (DSM). I don't like the hardware failures I've seen and the difficulty getting replacement parts (power supplies and such). You did not talk about warranties? I do not know anything about UGREEN. Do they have serviceable hardware (such as replacing failed power supplies)? Very good and informative video overall! I appreciate you!
@krisstianseyer
Good video. This comparison should be re-done after the next major Ugreen software update.
@deechvogt1589
Colton vs Wolfgang please, please, please!!
@JakeReed
I was fully expecting tickle my "Fancy" NOT "Pickle" caught me so off guard haha 8:13
@magicmanchloe