Synology
Synology DS423+
NAS · $499
86
/ 100
From $499
VS
Synology DS423+ wins by 6
TerraMaster
TerraMaster F2-423
NAS · $379
80
/ 100
From $379
Specdex verdict
Synology DS423+ takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Synology DS423+ lands at 86 and TerraMaster F2-423 at 80. That puts Synology DS423+ ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Synology DS423+ if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Pick TerraMaster F2-423 if…
- ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
- ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
- ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
Synology DS423+ 86
vs 80 TerraMaster F2-423
Score breakdown
Synology DS423+
86 performance 86
features 86
software 84
value 82
TerraMaster F2-423
80 performance 80
features 80
software 78
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Synology DS423+ | TerraMaster F2-423 |
|---|
Synology DS423+
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
TerraMaster F2-423
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 DS423+ vs TerraMaster F2-423
Which is better, Synology DS423+ or TerraMaster F2-423? +
Synology DS423+ scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Synology DS423+ worth the price? +
At $499, Synology DS423+ delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in performance.
Is TerraMaster F2-423 worth the price? +
At $379, TerraMaster F2-423 delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in value.
Does Synology DS423+ or TerraMaster F2-423 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.