What filesystem do you recommend in 2026 – EXT4, BTRFS, or ZFS?

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    Hi everyone,

    I’m currently setting up my OMV system and I’m trying to decide which filesystem makes the most sense going into 2026: EXT4, BTRFS, or ZFS.

    I understand that each option has strengths and trade-offs, but I’d really appreciate hearing real-world experiences from long-term OMV users.

    Looking forward to your advice and experiences!

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    Pick the filesystem you can recover from when it is having problems.

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