Buffalo LS220D0402B
Score: 63/100Buffalo 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 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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4 TB | 12 TBbest | |
2best | 2best | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
0.256 GBbest | 0.256 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 48 Wbest | 48 Wbest |
3 yearsbest | 3 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 kgbest | 2.63 kg |
1best | 1best |
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Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.5 kg | 2.63 kg |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Supported Network Protocols | TCP/IP, CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, FTPS, HTTP, HTTPS, NTP, BitTorrent | TCP/IP, CIFS/SMB, AFP, FTP, FTPS |
Storage & Capacity(1) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 4 TB | 12 TB |
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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for its dead-simple setup, reliable hardware RAID, and low power draw, while noting its lack of advanced features and outdated management interface.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.
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.
“Works right out of the box”
“Great for Mac backups”
“Bought this to back up multiple Macs... steer clear.”
