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Synology DS923+ — NAS · $599
Synology

Synology DS923+

NAS · $599

90
/ 100
From $599
VS
Synology DS1825+ wins by 1
Synology DS1825+ — NAS · $1099
Synology

Synology DS1825+

NAS · $1099

91
/ 100
From $1,099
Specdex verdict

Synology DS1825+ takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Synology DS923+ lands at 90 and Synology DS1825+ at 91. That puts Synology DS1825+ ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Synology DS923+ if…

  • ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
  • ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
  • ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers

Pick Synology DS1825+ if…

  • ✓Rich software ecosystem (Synology/QNAP)
  • ✓NVMe cache slots on newer models
  • ✓Docker/VM support on higher tiers
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

Tie

Compared on the performance sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Software

Tie

Compared on the software sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Synology DS923+

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Synology DS923+ more score per dollar ($599 vs $1,099).

Synology DS923+ 90
vs
91 Synology DS1825+

Score breakdown

Synology DS923+
90
performance 90
features 90
software 88
value 82
Synology DS1825+
91
performance 91
features 91
software 89
value 82

Specs side-by-side

Synology DS923+ versus Synology DS1825+ — full spec comparison
Spec Synology DS923+ Synology DS1825+

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

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

FAQ: Synology DS923+ vs Synology DS1825+

Which is better, Synology DS923+ or Synology DS1825+? +

Synology DS1825+ scores 91 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Synology DS923+ worth the price? +

At $599, Synology DS923+ delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in performance.

Is Synology DS1825+ worth the price? +

At $1,099, Synology DS1825+ delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in performance.

Does Synology DS923+ or Synology DS1825+ 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.

Which is the better value, Synology DS923+ or Synology DS1825+? +

Synology DS923+ — more score per dollar ($599 vs $1,099). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.