8 hours ago
Hey, thanks for the message and for reading that article. The TS-464 is still a good system in 2025 for home lab and SMB use, especially if you already know QTS and don’t want to start over on a new platform. It runs containers well through Container Station or Docker and still gets regular updates. If you value familiarity and a quick setup, sticking with QNAP makes sense.
That said, if your main goals are longevity and containerization with minimal hassle, I’d also consider the Synology DS923+. It’s slower for virtualization but far more stable long term and requires less hands-on maintenance. TerraMaster’s F4-424 or UGREEN’s DXP480T Plus are also good modern alternatives if you want newer hardware and lower cost, though their software ecosystems aren’t quite as polished.
If you’re comfortable with QNAP’s interface and just want something reliable for SMB, backups, and light Docker work, the TS-464 is still a solid buy for around $1K. If you want a “set and forget” experience with simpler updates and longer support, the DS923+ would be the safer long-term bet.
That said, if your main goals are longevity and containerization with minimal hassle, I’d also consider the Synology DS923+. It’s slower for virtualization but far more stable long term and requires less hands-on maintenance. TerraMaster’s F4-424 or UGREEN’s DXP480T Plus are also good modern alternatives if you want newer hardware and lower cost, though their software ecosystems aren’t quite as polished.
If you’re comfortable with QNAP’s interface and just want something reliable for SMB, backups, and light Docker work, the TS-464 is still a solid buy for around $1K. If you want a “set and forget” experience with simpler updates and longer support, the DS923+ would be the safer long-term bet.