Testseek.com have collected 53 expert reviews of the Synology DiskStation DS214play and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Synology DiskStation DS214play.
January 2014
(86%)
53 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Video-transcoder works well, DSM is excellent, Several expansion options
Transcoder not available in larger bay models
With its video-transcoder feature, the Synology DiskStation DS214play is a great NAS for anyone that wants to have easy access to their securely stored media across a wide variety of devices. DS214play owners can easily upload data to their NAS either...
The latest DS214play NAS from Synology has at its core the Intel Evansport CE5335 processor which is coupled with 1GB of DDR3 RAM, which should be quite enough in a home use environment. Thanks to the new platform, the NAS can perform 1080p Full HD tr...
Published: 2014-01-13, Author: Tomas , review by: technogog.com
Can transcode up to 1080P, Simple setup, Userfriendly interface, Works with Linux, OS X or Windows, Energy Efficient
Lacks DTS playback, Currently Plex is not optimized for use with Synology DS214play, Lacks HDMI port
In comparison to the other Synology DiskStation NAS dual bay units the Synology DS214play can hold its own performing all the standard tasks of other Synology two bay NASes. What differentiates it from the rest is the ability to transcode up to 1080P wher...
Strong enough for a home NAS, Highly efficient CPU, Fast network transfer speeds, Enhanced multimedia/streaming encoding capabilities, Low CPU utilization while streaming 1080p content, Very low power consumption in all operational modes, Intuitive, windo
Price is on the high side, It should be equipped with an HDMI port and, ideally, audio in/out ports, You cannot format an external disk into NTFS, HDD trays are not numbered, RAM is not upgradeable, No front USB 3.0 port
The Synology DS214play retails for $384.99. Strong enough for a home NAS Highly efficient CPU Fast network transfer speeds Enhanced multimedia/streaming encoding capabilities Low CPU utilization while streaming 1080p content Very low power consumption in...
Abstract: Today we are checking out the DS214 and DS214play, both are 2-bay NAS devices from Synology’s latest DSx14 series. The DS214 is designed for small office/home office usage while the DS214play is focused on home multimedia applications. Moreover the DS2...
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Published: 2016-01-06, Author: Anthony , review by: macworld.com.au
Quiet; easy to get started
Some confusing configuration options, $419
Synology DiskStation DS214playSynology, www.synology.comProsQuiet; easy to get startedConsSome confusing configuration options$419ReviewsIt would be easy to stick with the big names when it comes to buying a NAS, but there are huge number of challengers t...
A superb NAS with superfast performance and a huge raft of features, made even better by top-notch cloud capabilities and a reasonable price. Read the review.PerformanceFeatures & DesignValue for MoneyOverallSpecs$450 AUD(pricing info)...
Abstract: Looking to store all of your media, files and backups in one accessible place? A network attached storage (NAS) drive is a great option. But what will suit your needs?ADAM TURNER and ANTHONY CARUANA take a look. Linked to cloud storage Single drive; n...
Abstract: Synology's DS214play offers all of the standard NAS functionality (including mobile device access and RAID configuration), plus the company's powerful DSM operating system and the ability to download apps that expand the unit's versatility. But the icing ...
