Should You Buy a Terramaster in 2026?
The video reviews whether a Terramaster network‑attached storage (NAS) unit is worth buying in 2026, noting rising costs of drives, SSDs and RAM and the need for affordable turnkey solutions. Although the segment is sponsored, the presenter promises a balanced assessment. Terramaster is running a promotion of up to 30 % off and positions itself as the most cost‑effective turnkey option. Its T-RAID system lets users mix drive capacities across multiple RAID groups, a flexibility not found in Synology’s SHR. The hardware line spans desktop‑class i5/i9 models with dual 10 GbE, M.2 NVMe caching, and even USB4/Thunderbolt 5 storage enclosures, while the TOS 7 operating system adds built‑in security tools, isolation mode, VM and container support, and a refreshed UI. The reviewer highlights unique features such as the one‑click isolation mode that cuts off all remote access until reboot, and the early beta of TOS 7, which runs on BTRFS and brings the UX closer to Synology DSM and QNAP QTS. A highlighted price point is $730 for an 8‑bay i3 desktop with 10 GbE, illustrating the aggressive pricing. For small‑business and prosumer buyers, Terramaster offers a compelling blend of performance and price, filling the gap between premium brands and the flood of low‑feature Chinese competitors. However, gaps remain in HDMI‑based applications, advanced surveillance, and AI photo processing, meaning power users may still prefer Synology or QNAP for those workloads.
How to Save $$$ on RAM, SSDs and HDDs - LET'S SHUCK!
The video tackles the current "Ramageddon" – sky‑high prices and vanishing availability of memory, SSDs and hard drives – and shows how savvy shoppers can still source affordable storage by "shucking" whole devices. The host splits the discussion into two...
Aoostar WTR Max Intel Version - IS THIS FOR REAL?
The video documents the unexpected arrival of an Intel‑based version of Aoostar’s WTR Max NAS, a chassis previously sold with an AMD A845HS processor. The presenter, surprised by a FedEx parcel and duty charge, unboxes the unit and discovers an...
UNAS 4 Two Minute Review - SHOULD YOU BUY IT?
The video reviews Ubiquiti’s UNAS 4, a compact network‑attached storage appliance now on sale for $379. It packs four 3.5‑inch drive bays, two M.2 NVMe slots, and a built‑in 2.5 GbE port, positioning it as a low‑cost, turnkey solution for small‑office or...
TrueNAS Setup Guide (FAST) - Initialize, Pools, Datasets, 2FA, Backups, SMB, Folders, Plex & Shares
The video walks viewers through installing TrueNAS Scale on either a pre‑built or DIY NAS, using a UG Green NAS as the reference platform. It covers downloading the TrueNAS Community Edition ISO, creating a bootable USB with Rufus, configuring UEFI...
WHERE IS SYNOLOGY DSM 8? And DO YOU CARE? (RAID Room)
The Raid Room panel tackled the looming question of Synology's next‑generation operating system, DSM 8, and why the community remains skeptical. While rumors hinted at an early 2025 reveal, no official timetable has materialized, leaving users to wonder whether a...
Terramaster F4-425 & F2-425 NAS - Should You Buy?
The video reviews TerraMaster’s entry‑level F4‑425 and F2‑425 NAS devices, part of the 2025‑2026 series that target budget‑conscious users seeking an out‑of‑the‑box x86 Intel platform. Key points include rock‑bottom pricing ($269 for two‑bay, $399 for four‑bay) combined with a quad‑core Celeron...
UniFi Dream Router 7 - ONE YEAR LATER - BETTER, WORSE, THE SAME?
Ubiquiti’s UniFi Dream Router 7 marks its one‑year anniversary, prompting a detailed performance review after twelve firmware releases and extensive real‑world use. The reviewer logged 1.25 TB of traffic, four access points, and only four ISP‑related outages, while the device maintained...
UGREEN AI NAS vs Zettlab AI NAS
The video pits UGREEN’s IDX6011 Pro against Zettlab’s D6 Ultra, two AI‑enabled network‑attached storage (NAS) appliances that promise on‑premise large‑language‑model (LLM) services. UGREEN, a veteran in the Chinese NAS market, is preparing a crowdfunding launch, while Zettlab has already delivered...
You SHOULD Buy a UniFi UNAS in 2026 - and Here Is Why (Part 1)
UniFi has launched its UNAS line of network‑attached storage, positioning the brand as a budget‑friendly alternative to traditional turnkey NAS solutions. The UNAS 2 starts at $199 for a two‑bay unit, while the rack‑mount UNAS Pro 8, featuring eight drives, dual...
Is MLO on WiFi 7 Routers Complete BS?
The video dissects a recent ratings.com report that questions whether the multilink operation (MLO) touted in Wi‑Fi 7 routers is anything more than hype. The creator explains that the discussion centers on how manufacturers have marketed MLO as a simultaneous use...
Is MLO on WiFi7 Routers a Complete SCAM?
Independent testing by Canadian site Ratings found that many Wi‑Fi 7 routers' flagship feature—multi‑link operation (MLO)—is frequently overstated in marketing and often functions more like basic load‑balancing than true simultaneous link aggregation. While the hardware in some devices supports multi‑band...
HOW LONG SHOULD YOU EXPECT A NAS TO LAST? (RAID Room)
The video explores expected lifespan of network‑attached storage (NAS) devices, contrasting simple backup use with demanding workloads like video editing, and asks whether manufacturers design for obsolescence. Eddie explains that hardware can physically survive ten years, but heavy read/write cycles, evolving...
You SHOULD NOT Buy a UGREEN NAS - And Here Is Why (Part 2)
The video warns potential buyers that the UGREEN NAS falls short as a turnkey solution, highlighting an under‑developed operating system and a lack of enterprise‑grade features. It argues that while the hardware is competent, the software ecosystem lags behind rivals...
You SHOULD Buy a UGREEN NAS - And Here Is Why (Part 1)
UGREEN has launched the DXP4800 PRO NAS with a limited‑time $80 discount, pricing it at $699 on Amazon. The 12‑bay unit combines high‑capacity storage with AI‑enabled features, and a full written review is now live on NASCompares. UGREEN also promoted...
Should You Still Buy Synology NAS in 2026?
The video evaluates whether buying a Synology NAS in 2026 makes sense, focusing on the brand’s software strengths versus hardware shortcomings and recent policy shifts. It highlights two flagship applications—Active Backup (ABS) and Synology Drive—describing how they provide enterprise‑grade backup and...
UniFi Cloud Gateway Industrial - Better Than the Cloud Gateway FIBER?
Ubiquiti unveiled the UniFi Cloud Gateway Industrial (UCG‑Industrial) at $579, roughly $300 above the Cloud Gateway Fiber (UCG‑Fiber). While both run the same UniFi OS core and share many hardware specs, the Industrial version adds a rugged chassis, 10 GbE PoE++...
UNAS Pro 4 NAS - Should You Buy It?
The video reviews Ubiquiti’s new UniFi UNAS Pro 4, a 4‑bay rack‑mount NAS priced at $499, positioning it as a low‑cost alternative to enterprise‑grade storage with native 10 Gbps connectivity. The host highlights five positives: aggressive pricing, dual 10 Gbps rear ports that enable...
UniFi UNAS Pro 4 NAS Review
The video reviews UniFi’s latest 1U rack‑mount NAS, the UNAS Pro 4, launched in mid‑September 2025. Priced at $499, the unit packs four hot‑swap bays, two M.2 NVMe slots, a quad‑core ARM processor, 8 GB DDR4 memory, and a dedicated OS drive, while...
UniFi UNAS Drive 4.0 (and WHY SYNOLOGY SHOULD BE WORRIED)!
Ubiquiti has released UniFi Drive 4.0 (currently in staged release candidate) for its UNAS lineup, adding native iPhone photo backup, richer drive analytics and integrated logging, and one-click SMB access via Identity Endpoint including mobile access. The headline feature is...
Zettlab Ultra AI NAS Software Review
The reviewer tested the Zettlab Ultra (D6) AI NAS in a pre‑retail state, praising its automatic indexing of uploaded data and support for multiple local models and external GPUs, but criticizing limited user control over what gets crawled. The unit...
Testing the UGREEN iDX6011 Pro AI NAS - REAL Turnkey Local AI LLM?
UGREEN’s iDX6011 Pro AI NAS is a crowdfunded network appliance aimed at bringing local LLM capabilities to on-premise data, with one-click model installs and mostly local processing but optional cloud integration. The reviewer finds the AI features still under development...
We Need to Talk About 5GbE... DO WE NEED THIS?
5GbE networking is emerging in 2026 as a practical mid-tier standard, showing up in new consumer NAS and home/business devices at price points comparable to earlier 2.5Gb models. Manufacturers favor 5GbE because controllers and adapters are now affordable, it consumes...