IceWhale ZimaCube 2 Personal Cloud NAS review: A modern, high-performance network-attached storage device with plenty of room to grow
The IceWhale ZimaCube 2 Personal Cloud NAS is a high-performance network-attached storage device featuring an Intel i3-1215U processor, support for up to six SATA and six NVMe drives, and dual PCIe slots for expandability. It runs ZimaOS out of the box but also supports TrueNAS, offering flexibility for different user preferences. Priced at $799 with 8GB RAM and a 256GB NVMe SSD included, it competes with higher-priced alternatives while addressing limitations of its predecessor.
- ▪The ZimaCube 2 is powered by an Intel i3-1215U CPU with six cores, eight threads, and DDR5 memory support.
- ▪It includes six SATA bays, four M.2 slots, and two free PCIe slots for added expansion options.
- ▪The device comes preloaded with ZimaOS but also supports TrueNAS for users who prefer it.
- ▪Priced at $799, it includes 8GB of RAM and a 256GB NVMe SSD.
- ▪It competes with more expensive models like the UGREEN NASync DXP6800 Pro, which features an i5-class CPU.
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TechRadar Verdict Support for up to six hard drives and six NVMe drives gives this platform a broad foundation. Throw in TrueNAS compatibility as an alternative to ZimaOS, and the ZimaCube 2 Personal Cloud NAS has a credible claim on some serious attention. Check Amazon Pros +Intel i3 CPU +Dual PCIe slots +Thunderbolt 4 ports +Four M.2 slots Cons -No locks on drive trays -Awkward port locations -M.2 slot speed limitations Best picks for you Best mini PC of 2026 Best NAS & media server distro Best cloud storage of 2026: tested, reviewed and rated by experts Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you're buying the best. Find out more about how we test.
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