
This is the best NAS for the average person who wants a straightforward device.

Unusually for a device that’s just about as easy to set up as an ordinary external hard drive, it also comes with advanced security features. Other handy features include efficiently scheduling backups from multiple devices and sharing files with others by creating private links. It also comes with a built-in Plex Media Server, a digital media player that makes it easy to stream your favorite media to all your devices. The My Cloud Ex2 is plug-and-play and comes with 8TB of storage capacity, which is plenty for home use.


The Western Digital My Cloud EX2 is far from the most advanced NAS, the fastest, or the most versatile, but it wins its place as the best overall for most people because it’s affordable and hassle-free.
