Buffalo LinkStation 210 4TB
Score: 56/100
Ugreen DH2300
Score: 61/100Rankings
The UGREEN DH2300 is an entry-level 2-bay desktop NAS offering plug-and-play NFC setup, low power draw and AI photo management, but it is constrained by a single 1 GbE port, modest RAM and lack of Docker or SSD caching.
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 | 60 TBbest | |
1 | 2best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
— | 4best | |
0.256 GB | 4 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 24 Wbest | 50 W |
2 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.1 kg | 0.979 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | Windows XP‑11, macOS up to 10.10, iOS, Android | UGOS Pro |
Performance(3) | ||
CPU Model | Marvell ARMADA 370 | Rockchip RK3576 |
System Memory (GB) | 0.256 GB | 4 GB |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 24 W | 50 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.1 kg | 0.979 kg |
Power Supply Type | External AC adapter | External barrel adapter |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Ports | 1 | 3 |
Storage & Capacity(4) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 6 TB | 60 TB |
Drive Bays | 1 | 2 |
RAID Support | None | JBOD, Basic, RAID 0, RAID 1 |
Supported Drive Types | HDD | 2.5" or 3.5" HDD/SSD SATA III |
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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.
Professional reviewers label the DH2300 an excellent entry-level NAS for Apple users, praising its seamless Time Machine integration, low power draw and quiet operation while noting the modest processor and lack of Docker as trade-offs.
Everyday users love the quick NFC setup, sleek design and AI photo features, but some wish for faster networking and more RAM for multitasking.
“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”
