News Summary

• Synology didn't change the underlying hardware on the DiskStation DS225+, so the NAS is nearly identical to the best-selling DS224+.
• That said, the addition of 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity gives it a noticeable edge.
• You still get the best out-of-the-box software feature-set of any NAS in the industry today.
• Ultimately, the DS225+ may not have the best hardware in this class, but if you're just getting started with a home NAS server and need a reliable product with standout software features, this is the one I'd buy.