Even if you understand RAID, choosing the right NAS and HDD can be confusing. This guide introduces recommended configurations based on your needs.
For home use and data safety, RAID 1 is the most popular choice.
This setup is ideal for beginners:
👉 Check Synology DS223 on Amazon
👉 Check IronWolf Pro 4TB on Amazon
Note: NAS devices do NOT include HDDs. Make sure to purchase drives separately.
RAID 5 offers a good balance between storage capacity and redundancy.
RAID 5 is one of the most popular configurations for home NAS users.
👉 Check Synology DS423+ on Amazon
👉 Check IronWolf series on Amazon
Note: Availability may vary. Please check current stock status.
Best for important data and long-term storage.
RAID 6 can tolerate up to two disk failures, making it ideal for critical data.
Suitable for high-speed workloads.
RAID 10 provides excellent performance but reduces usable capacity.
RAID capacity varies depending on configuration. Use our calculator to estimate your usable storage.