Terramaster F2-425
Score: 72/100
Terramaster F2-425 Plus
Score: 74/100Rankings
The TerraMaster F2-425 Plus is a compact two-bay NAS that combines a powerful Intel N150 quad-core CPU, 8 GB DDR5 RAM, dual 5 GbE ports and three M.2 NVMe slots, delivering high-speed hybrid storage and direct 4K/8K media playback via HDMI.
The TerraMaster F2-425 is a compact 2-bay NAS with an Intel Celeron quad-core CPU, up to 60 TB storage, 2.5 GbE networking and hardware-accelerated 4K transcoding, aimed at home users and small offices.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
60 TB | 88 TBbest | |
2best | 2best | |
2.5 Gbps | 5 Gbpsbest | |
4best | 4best | |
4 GB | 8 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 48 Wbest | 48 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 20 dBbest | 20 dBbest |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Security(1) | ||
OS Compatibility | TOS 6 | TOS 6.0 |
Performance(3) | ||
CPU Model | Intel Celeron N5095 | Intel N150 |
System Memory (GB) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Ethernet Speed (Gbps) | 2.5 Gbps | 5 Gbps |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.3 kg | 1.9 kg |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Link Aggregation Support | false | true |
Storage & Capacity(3) | ||
Maximum Raw Capacity (TB) | 60 TB | 88 TB |
RAID Support | RAID 0, RAID 1, Single, TRAID | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD, Single, TRAID, TRAID+ |
Supported Drive Types | 3.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA HDD, SSD | 3.5" SATA HDD, 2.5" SATA HDD, SATA SSD |
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Professional reviewers from TechRadar, AppleInsider and Impulse Gamer commend the F2-425 for its powerful Intel CPU, fast 2.5 GbE networking, tool-free drive bays and robust media-server features, positioning it as a standout in the 2-bay segment. They also note drawbacks such as the plastic chassis, a steep learning curve with the TOS UI, lack of link aggregation and occasional performance dips when multitasking heavily.
Everyday users appreciate the NAS for effortless 4K Plex/Jellyfin streaming, quiet operation, easy setup and the ability to run Docker containers like Pi-hole. Common complaints revolve around the clunky TOS interface and system sluggishness during large file copies, with several users wishing for a more polished UI and better multitasking performance.
“Perfect for Plex and Jellyfin - handles 4K transcoding effortlessly.”
“Setup was easy, and the mobile app works great for photo backup.”
“Quiet and compact - I keep it in my bedroom with no issues.”
Professional reviewers commend the F2-425 Plus for its hardware-forward design, noting the rare triple M.2 slots, dual 5 GbE ports and strong Intel CPU as standout features that deliver fast file transfers and reliable 4K/8K transcoding. However, they consistently point out the modest TOS app ecosystem and less polished UI as the main drawbacks that keep it from being a market leader.
Everyday users appreciate the straightforward setup, quiet operation, rapid file transfers and the convenience of HDMI output for media playback. The most common complaints revolve around the limited app selection and a UI that feels less refined than competing platforms.
