WD My Cloud: The 3 best alternatives

With WD My Cloud you can create your own server. We have put together the three best alternatives for you in this practical tip.

1. Alternative to WD My Cloud: Synology DS216j

Functions: This NAS offers you space for two hard disks in simultaneous operation. You can also buy the empty case and install your own hard drive.
Handling: The own DiskStation Manager software offers an intuitive user interface with numerous setting options and features. You can also use various apps to install video, audio or photo applications with just one click.
Connections: The Synology DS216j has two USB 3.0 ports of the latest generation. Unfortunately, only a standard network connection is installed, which should nevertheless be sufficient for most applications.
Price: You get the case of the server for around 40 euros, for the complete cloud about 160 euros.
Conclusion: Easy to use interface with all kinds of extras. Can also be expanded as required with your own hard drives - to the offer

Features: This NAS offers a quad-core processor with up to 8GB of RAM for every application.
Handling: The own user interface QTS also has a lot to offer. Apps can also be installed here, and you also have the option of creating backups, setting up virtualized storage and servers, and VPN and proxy support.
Connections: The QNAP TS-253A offers two HDMI connections so that you can use them as a real PC. There are also three USB 3.0 ports and two LAN ports on board.
Price: Around 350 euros will be charged for the full NAS.
Conclusion: Robust NAS with all sorts of extras and lots of power for all applications - here to the offer

Features: This NAS comes with a 5TB hard drive and is therefore ready for immediate use.
Handling: Thanks to the intelligent control, you can access from anywhere and have the option of using numerous media streaming apps. For example, the NAS can be turned into a streaming server for your Samsung TV or Chromecast.
Connections: You have a USB 2.0 as well as a USB 3.0 connection and an Internet connection.
Price: You can get the Seagate Personal Cloud for around 200 euros with 5TB storage.
Conclusion: Well suited for beginners, because it is immediately ready for use and easy to use - to the offer