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XigmaNAS vs HexOS: catalog facts
XigmaNASHexOS
Free

Free and open source.

Paid

Paid product built on the open-source TrueNAS Scale base.

Linux, Self-hosted Linux, Self-hosted
  • 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
  • Simplifies TrueNAS Scale setup for non-technical users
  • Aimed specifically at regaining control over personal data and privacy
  • Smaller community and slower feature pace than TrueNAS
  • FreeBSD base means less familiar tooling for Linux-only admins
  • Paid product rather than free like the TrueNAS base it builds on
  • Newer project with a smaller support community than TrueNAS itself
Self-hosted, Downloadable app Self-hosted, Downloadable app
Open source Closed 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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