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Synology DS225+ vs Ubiquiti UNAS 2

Full NAS comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Synology and Ubiquiti sites.
2026 verdict
Synology DS225+ edges out Ubiquiti UNAS 2 in 2026, led by rating, processor, and storage.
Synology DS225+
Winner
Synology DS225+
$309.99$364.9915% OFF
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It separates itself most clearly on rating, processor, and storage, while still looking better on network and apps & virtualization. Ubiquiti UNAS 2 is still relevant if you care most about price and memory capacity, but Synology DS225+ is the stronger recommendation overall. In practical terms, Synology DS225+ is the easier product to recommend.
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FeatureSynology DS225+Ubiquiti UNAS 2Winner
Price$309.99$248.20Ubiquiti UNAS 2
Rating4.61.0Synology DS225+
ProcessorHardware Transcoding, Hardware Encryption EngineNoneSynology DS225+
Memory Capacity2 GB4 GBUbiquiti UNAS 2
StorageHot SwappableNoneSynology DS225+
NetworkWake on LANNoneSynology DS225+
Apps & VirtualizationDocker Containers, Virtual Machines, Plex Media Server, Surveillance App, AI Photo RecognitionNoneSynology DS225+

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Synology DS225+ or Ubiquiti UNAS 2?

Synology DS225+ has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, processor, and storage.

What is the biggest difference between Synology DS225+ and Ubiquiti UNAS 2?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Synology DS225+ lists $309.99, while Ubiquiti UNAS 2 lists $248.20.

Which one looks better on price?

Synology DS225+ is listed at $309.99, while Ubiquiti UNAS 2 is listed at $248.20. Ubiquiti UNAS 2 (better spec).

Who should buy Synology DS225+?

Choose Synology DS225+ if your priority is rating and processor and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Ubiquiti UNAS 2?

Choose Ubiquiti UNAS 2 if your priority is price and memory capacity and that matters more than rating.

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