The best NAS Drives in Australia

8 top rated NAS Drives for every need: Australia's top picks!

Network Attached Storage (NAS) drives offer a fantastic solution for individuals and businesses seeking centralized, secure, and accessible data storage. Unlike traditional external hard drives, NAS devices connect directly to your network, allowing multiple users and devices to access files simultaneously. This fosters seamless collaboration, provides robust data backup options, and can even act as a personal cloud, offering greater control over your data than relying solely on public cloud services. Investing in a NAS drive is an investment in data security, accessibility, and future-proofing your digital life.

What to Look For

Storage Capacity

Consider your current and future data storage needs. NAS devices range in capacity from a few terabytes to dozens, and it's generally better to overestimate than underestimate.

Number of Bays

The number of bays (drive slots) dictates the potential storage capacity and redundancy options. More bays allow for more drives and higher levels of data protection (e.g., RAID configurations).

Processor and RAM

A powerful processor and sufficient RAM are crucial for handling multiple users, streaming media, and running applications like Plex. Performance bottlenecks can significantly impact user experience.

Network Connectivity

Look for Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) as a minimum; 10GbE is becoming increasingly common for demanding workloads. Ensure compatibility with your network infrastructure.

RAID Support

RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) offers data redundancy and performance enhancements. Understand the different RAID levels (e.g., RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6) and choose one that aligns with your priorities.

Software and Features

Explore the NAS's software features, such as file sharing protocols (SMB, NFS, AFP), user management, media server capabilities, and cloud synchronization options. Some NAS devices offer advanced features like virtualization or Docker support.

#1
UnionSine 500GB 2.5" Ultra Slim Portable External Hard Drive HDD-USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, Laptop, PS4, Xbox one,Xbox 360-HD-2510(Black)
  • 【Ultra-Fast Data Transfers 】- The external hard drive works with the USB 3.0 thickened copper core cable to provide super fast transfer speed. The theoretical read speed is as high as 125MB/s-137MB/s, and the write speed is as high as 103MB/s
  • 【Ultra-thin and quiet】-UnionSine hard disk's motherboard adopts JMicron 578 solution without noise, Designed to fit the size. With a thin and compact size, it pops into your pocket for easy storage
  • 【Compatibility】This external hdd is Compatible with PS4/xbox one/Windows/Linux/ Mac/Android / stable and fast loading on game consoles no difference from fast transmission when using on
  • 【Plug and Play】 - With no software to install, just plug it in and the drive is ready to use.The hard disk chip is wrapped with an aluminum anti-interference layer to increase heat dissipation and protect data
$49.99 AUD
(46077 reviews)
#2
Seagate IronWolf 12TB NAS Internal Hard Drive HDD – CMR 3.5 Inch SATA 6Gb/s 7200 RPM 256MB Cache for RAID Network Attached Storage (ST12000VNZ008/ST12000VN0008)
  • IronWolf internal hard drives are the ideal solution for up to 8-bay, multi-user NAS environments craving powerhouse performance
  • Store more and work faster with a NAS-optimized hard drive providing ultra-high capacity 12TB and cache of up to 256MB
  • Purpose built for NAS enclosures, IronWolf delivers less wear and tear, little to no noise/vibration, no lags or down time, increased file-sharing performance, and much more
  • Easily monitor the health of drives using the integrated IronWolf Health Management system and enjoy long-term reliability with 1M hours MTBF
$422.46 AUD
(26886 reviews)
#3
Western Digital 8TB WD Red Pro NAS Internal Hard Drive HDD - 7200 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/s, CMR, 256 MB Cache, 3.5" - WD8005FFBX
  • Available in capacities ranging from 2 to 24TB(1) | (1) 1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.
  • For RAID-optimized NAS systems with unlimited number of bays
  • Rated for 550TB/yr workload rate(2) | (2) Annualized Workload Rate = TB transferred x (8760 / recorded power-on hours). The maximum rated workload is specified for operating at typical temperature of 40C. Workload Rate will vary depending on your hardware and software components and configurations.
  • Designed to handle the demands of high-intensity 24x7 multi-user NAS environments
$375.52 AUD
(6028 reviews)
#4
Seagate IronWolf, 4TB, NAS, Internal Hard Drive, CMR, 3.5 Inch, SATA, 6GB/s, 5,400 RPM, 256MB Cache, for RAID Network Attached Storage, 3 Year Rescue Services, FFP (ST4000VNZ06)
  • Amazon Exclusive
  • IronWolf internal hard drives are the ideal solution for up to 8-bay, multi-user NAS environments craving powerhouse performance
  • Store more and work faster with a NAS-optimised hard drive providing 4 TB and cache of up to 64 MB
  • Purpose built for NAS enclosures, IronWolf delivers less wear and tear, little to no noise/vibration, no lags or downtime, increased file-sharing performance and much more
$170.07 AUD
(4580 reviews)
#5
EN705 SSD 1TB PCIe Gen4, NVMe M.2 2280, 3D NAND TLC, Up to 5000MB/s, Internal Solid State Drive, Dynamic SLC Cache, Compatible with PS5、Laptops and PC Desktops
  • 【Blazing PCIe 4.0 Speeds】Experience next-gen performance with sequential read/write speeds up to 5000/4500 MB/s – 8x faster than SATA SSDs. Leveraging NVMe 1.4 technology and advanced 3D TLC NAND, this drive delivers instant game loading, 4K video editing fluency, and rapid large-file transfers for gamers, designers, and power users. This NVMe SSD is designed for hardcore gamers, professionals, and creatives who demand high-performance computing.
  • 【Solid State Drive with Seamless Compatibility for PS5 and PC】Officially validated for PS5 storage expansion (install via console slot) with sustained high-speed performance. Universal M.2 2280 form factor ensures plug-and-play installation in desktops, laptops, and workstations – no adapter required. The Internal SSD's thermal control, high-performance bandwidth, and sustainability meet the needs of running large-scale applications, making it ideal for gamers, technicians, and designers.
  • 【M2 ssd with Intelligent Thermal Management】This M.2 ssd adopts high-quality 3D TLC NAND flash memory and innovative controller technology, and configures dynamic SLC cache to effectively maintain high-speed operation and stability of SSD. Collaborate with a special composite design structure, with a new material heat dissipation patch, to deliver effective thermal control of the NAND chip.Ideal for building high-performance PC computing and gaming systems.
  • 【Superior Reliability and Stability】The M.2 NVME SSD using PCIe Gen4 technology to achieve high performance bandwidth and low latency. Rigorously tested through 1,500+ hours of validation with 700TBW endurance (5-year warranty). Supports TRIM command, S.M.A.R.T. monitoring, and error correction (LDPC) for long-term data integrity. OS compatible: Windows 7/8/10/11, Linux, macOS 10.9+.
$199.99 AUD
(4550 reviews)
#6
S500 Pro 2TB NVMe SSD M.2 PCIe Gen3x4 2280 Internal Solid State Drive, SLC Cache 3D NAND TLC, Up to 3500MB/s, Compatible with Laptop and PC Desktops(Black)
  • EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE: Fanxiang S500 Pro M.2 SSD adds graphite heat dissipation stickers to provide effective heat dissipation control for internal ssd, improve its performance and service life, up to 1280TBW (TeraBytes Written)
  • HIGH-SPEED TRANSMISSION: Accelerate the reading and writing performance of solid-state hard drives through intelligent SLC cache technology, up to 3500/3000MB/s, greatly improving the speed of booting, program opening, game loading, file saving and transmission, etc
  • PREFERRED CHIP: Fanxiang S500 Pro ssd NVMe uses 3D NAND technology and high-quality TLC particles, which further improves product life and stability. There is no internal mechanical mechanism, good shock resistance, and high data security
  • WIDELY COMPATIBLE: Internal SSD is compatible with Windows7, 8, 10, 11, Mac OS10.9, and later. Compatible with laptops, desktops, and all-in-one computers (computer motherboard must be equipped with M.2 interface)
$329.99 AUD
(3440 reviews)
#7
Seagate Ironwolf Serial ATA III 4000 GB Internal Hard Drive 3.5 Inch Size
  • Multi-user technology for increased user workload rates
  • High performance means no lag times or downtime for users
  • Dual plane balancing and RAID optimizatio
$249.00 AUD
(2510 reviews)
#8
256GB SSD Internal Solid State Drive 2.5" SATA III 6Gb/s, 520MB/s Read Speed 3D TLC NAND, 256GB SATA SSD PC/Laptop Upgrade, Shock-Resistant & Drop-Proof(ES106)
  • 【Easy Upgrade】Solid state drive replaces traditional mechanical hard drive to upgrade your laptop or desktop computer. Superior transfer speeds enable faster startup, application loading, and responsiveness, improving overall system performance.
  • 【Excellent Performance】The solid state drive is silent, shock-proof, drop-proof and shock-proof, so you don't have to worry even if the computer falls. EDILOCA ES106 makes your game load times faster and gets the near-instant performance and gaming fun that solid-state storage brings.
  • 【3D NAND】EDILOCA ES106 adopts advanced 3D NAND technology, and the components are carefully designed from start to finish. With SATA III 6GB/S interface, the read speed can reach up to 520MB/s, and the write speed can reach up to 450MB/s, which greatly improves the performance and efficiency of your computer. You get the experience of fast transfers and faster file loading.
  • 【Super Compatible】Internal SSD compatible windows 10 / 8.1/8 /7, mac os 10.4 or later, linux 2.6.33 or later. The interface SATA Rev. 3.0 (6GB/s) is backward compatible with SATA Rev. 2.0. (TIPS: Newly purchased SSD is blank, so you will need to format them in Disk Management before you can use them. Initial formatting involves locating the volume and creating partitions in Disk Management. After performing the formatting process, our computer will be able to recognize and use it.)
$65.99 AUD
(2446 reviews)