Synology DiskStation DS225+
#5 in NAS · Rated 4.4
2-bay compact NAS with 2.5GbE for home/offices
DS225+ is a compact 2-bay DiskStation Plus model aimed at home users, small offices, and edge deployments. It includes a 2.5 GbE NIC, supports up to 40 TB with appropriate drives, and provides Synology’s DSM-based private cloud, backup, and surveillance capabilities in a small footprint. Launched as part of the 2025 lineup, it brings modern connectivity and a robust app ecosystem to budget-conscious buyers who still want enterprise-grade features like Active Backup and Synology Drive. Availability and pricing vary by market, with diskless configurations commonly listed around the mid-$300s in 2025.
Features
- 2 bays with 0–40 TB per configuration
- 2.5 GbE networking; DSM-based apps
- Drive, Backup, and Surveillance integrations
- Compact form factor for home/office use
- Budget-friendly entry into Synology ecosystem
Pros
- Affordable Synology entry point
- Solid DSM feature set for small setups
Cons
- Limited internal bays; expansion options limited
- Hardware not best suited for heavy virtualization