Buffalo LinkStation 210 4TB
Score: 56/100
Buffalo LS220D1202B
Score: 65/100Rankings
The LinkStation SoHo 220 is a compact 2-bay desktop NAS with pre-installed 12 TB of storage and RAID 1 protection, aimed at home and small-office users seeking simple, reliable backup and media streaming. Its low power draw and ease of use are offset by modest performance and limited expandability.
The Buffalo LinkStation 210 4 TB offers a ready-to-go 4 TB drive, gigabit networking and basic cloud-like features in a compact, low-power package. It's ideal for home users needing simple backup and media streaming, but lacks RAID, USB 3.0 and modern macOS compatibility.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 TB | 12 TBbest | |
1 | 2best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
0.256 GBbest | 0.256 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 24 Wbest | 48 W |
2 years | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.1 kgbest | 2.63 kg |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 24 W | 48 W |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.1 kg | 2.63 kg |
Power Supply Type | External AC adapter | Internal AC adapter |
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Supported Network Protocols | TCP/IP, CIFS/SMB, HTTP, HTTPS, AFP, FTP, NTP, BitTorrent | TCP/IP, CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, FTPS |
Storage & Capacity(4) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 6 TB | 12 TB |
Drive Bays | 1 | 2 |
RAID Support | None | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD |
Supported Drive Types | HDD | HDD (SATA) |
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Reviewers highlight its plug-and-play nature, media streaming, and energy efficiency, while criticizing the absence of RAID, USB 2.0 limitation, and lack of advanced features.
Users appreciate quick setup, quiet operation and the included 4 TB drive, though some encounter Windows 10 mapping issues and wish for easier HDD upgrades.
“Practically sets itself up - very fast transfer speeds”
“Replaced my old Lenovo NAS - much better and easier to use”
“Could not be mapped as a shared drive from Windows 10”
Professional reviewers describe the LinkStation SoHo 220 as a bare-bones, entry-level NAS that excels in simplicity and reliability but falls short on performance and modern features.
Everyday users appreciate the quick setup, built-in RAID 1 redundancy, and quiet, compact design, while complaining about the slow USB 2.0 port and lack of modern apps.
