A Synology NAS makes the most sense if you want an all-in-one storage device that is easy to manage. You are buying the hardware and DSM together, so you do not have to build your own server, choose your own operating system, or troubleshoot hardware compatibility. That convenience is the main reason I recommend Synology for a lot of people. The hardware is not always the most powerful for the money, but the overall package is hard to beat if you want something stable, power efficient, and easy to manage. If you’re still deciding which NAS platform makes sense, these comparisons are the best p