Buffalo LS220D0402B
Score: 63/100
Buffalo LinkStation LS720
Score: 59/100Rankings
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 720 is a 2-bay NAS that ships with drives pre-configured in RAID 1, offering simple plug-and-play storage with 2.5 GbE and basic backup features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4 TB | 16 TBbest | |
2best | 2best | |
1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbpsbest | |
— | 6best | |
0.256 GB | 2 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 48 Wbest | 48 Wbest |
3 yearsbest | 2 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 kg | 2.31 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
System Memory (GB) | 0.256 GB | 2 GB |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 2.5 Gbps |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.5 kg | 2.31 kg |
Warranty Period (years) | 3 years | 2 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Ports | 1 | 3 |
Storage & Capacity(2) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 4 TB | 16 TB |
Supported Drive Types | HDD (SATA) | SATA III 3.5" HDD |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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for its dead-simple setup, reliable hardware RAID, and low power draw, while noting its lack of advanced features and outdated management interface.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.”
Reviewers commend its plug-and-play simplicity and solid transfer speeds, but note the lack of an app ecosystem and limited advanced features.
Users love the quick setup and RAID-1 reliability, while some complain about fan noise and limited extensibility.
