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OpenMediaVaultXigmaNAS
Free

Free and open source; no paid tier.

 Free

Free and open source.

Linux, Self-hosted Linux, Self-hosted
  • Runs on modest, low-power hardware thanks to a lightweight footprint
  • Plugin system covers common NAS services like torrent, media, and backup add-ons
  • Broad protocol support for CIFS, NFS, iSCSI and more from a single install
  • Runs on generic hardware rather than being locked to a vendor's appliance
  • Web UI and plugin quality vary since many plugins are community maintained
  • Debian base means less visual polish than commercial NAS operating systems
  • Smaller community and slower feature pace than TrueNAS
  • FreeBSD base means less familiar tooling for Linux-only admins
Self-hosted, Downloadable app Self-hosted, Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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