Buffalo LS220D0402B
Score: 63/100
Buffalo LinkStation LS210
Score: 39/100Rankings
The LinkStation SoHo 220 (4 TB) is a compact, entry-level NAS with two pre-installed drives in RAID 1, targeting home offices that need straightforward backup and media streaming. It offers low power draw and ease of use but is limited by modest hardware and lack of modern applications.
The Buffalo LinkStation 210 is a compact, single-bay NAS that offers 6 TB of pre-installed storage and basic media streaming for home users. Its simplicity and low noise are offset by outdated hardware, lack of RAID, and limited connectivity, making it suitable for light backup tasks but not for power users.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4 TB | 6 TBbest | |
2best | 1 | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
0.256 GBbest | 0.256 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 48 W | 24 Wbest |
3 yearsbest | 2 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 kg | 1.102 kgbest |
1best | 1best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
CPU Model | Marvell ARMADA 370 | ARM |
Power Consumption (Active) (W) | 48 W | 24 W |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.5 kg | 1.102 kg |
Power Supply Type | Internal AC adapter | External AC adapter |
Warranty Period (years) | 3 years | 2 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Supported Network Protocols | TCP/IP, CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, FTPS, HTTP, HTTPS, NTP, BitTorrent | TCP/IP, UPnP, DLNA, FTP, HTTPS, HTTP, AFP, CIFS/SMB |
Storage & Capacity(4) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 4 TB | 6 TB |
Drive Bays | 2 | 1 |
RAID Support | RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD | None |
Supported Drive Types | HDD (SATA) | SATA 3 Gbps |
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Professional reviewers praise the LinkStation SoHo 220 for its dead-simple setup, reliable hardware RAID, and low power draw, while noting its lack of advanced features and outdated management interface.
Everyday users appreciate the out-of-the-box readiness, quiet operation, and solid support for basic backup and DLNA streaming, but complain about slow USB 2.0, limited app ecosystem and macOS Time Machine issues.
“Works right out of the box”
“Great for Mac backups”
“Bought this to back up multiple Macs... steer clear.”
Professional reviewers noted that the LinkStation 210 was a solid, easy-to-use entry-level NAS at the time of release, thanks to its straightforward software and reliable basic performance. However, they criticized its underpowered hardware, lack of expandability, and absence of modern interfaces.
Everyday users appreciate the device's simplicity, quiet operation, and ability to stream media via DLNA, often rating it highly for basic backup and file-sharing needs. Recurring complaints focus on hardware aging, incompatibility with newer macOS versions, occasional slowness of the WebAccess service, and the absence of RAID or USB 3.0.
