HexOS vs Synology Active Backup for SaaS

HexOS plans

• HexOS Lifetime$199, paid once

Synology Active Backup for SaaS plans

• Active Backup for SaaSFree
• Active Backup for SaaS (Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace)Free

Pick HexOS if…

It suits people building a private home server on their own compatible hardware for storage, media, apps, and virtual machines.

Pick Synology Active Backup for SaaS if…

It suits organizations that use Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace and have a compatible Synology NAS for backups. Administrators should account for the setup and platform requirements, including the Google Workspace service key requirement.