Synology
Synology DS1825+
NAS · $1099
91
/ 100
From $1,099
VS
Synology DS1825+ wins by 1
Synology
Synology DS923+
NAS · $599
90
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict
Synology DS1825+ takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Synology DS1825+ lands at 91 and Synology DS923+ at 90. That puts Synology DS1825+ ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Synology DS1825+ if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Pick Synology DS923+ if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Synology DS1825+ 91
vs 90 Synology DS923+
Score breakdown
Synology DS1825+
91 performance 91
features 91
software 89
value 82
Synology DS923+
90 performance 90
features 90
software 88
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Synology DS1825+ | Synology DS923+ |
|---|
Synology DS1825+
Pros
- +Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- +NVMe cache slots on newer models
- +Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Cons
- −Disks rarely included
- −Drive compatibility restrictions on some brands
- −Power draw 24/7
Synology DS923+
Pros
- +Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- +NVMe cache slots on newer models
- +Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Cons
- −Disks rarely included
- −Drive compatibility restrictions on some brands
- −Power draw 24/7
FAQ: Synology DS1825+ vs Synology DS923+
Which is better, Synology DS1825+ or Synology DS923+? +
Synology DS1825+ scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Synology DS1825+ worth the price? +
At $1,099, Synology DS1825+ delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in performance.
Is Synology DS923+ worth the price? +
At $599, Synology DS923+ delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.
Does Synology DS1825+ or Synology DS923+ last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.