Conclusion –
Cooler Master has done something new here, and in today’s market that’s not easy. This isn’t the first computer case to offer modularity, but it is the first one to do it with striking good looks, expandability (in the form of accessories) after the sale, and most importantly a decent price tag.
Almost all of the evident shortcomings of this system can be forgiven considering the price tag. I consider it a discount for goods I don’t need or want anyway. The obvious exception to this is the power switch. Seriously, guys: with your buying power you can probably get quality switches for a dime a piece. While shipping the 935 with an additional top and I/O panel (so it truly is two separate cases if desired) would be excellent, I think that falls into the price category as well. Should I need those things, they will be available for purchase alone.
Once everything is considered, I am happily handing Cooler Master the Gold Key Award for the new HAF Stacker 935. Excellent work.
Author's Note - I would like add to my Moddings section of this review. With the rails and feet for the HAF stacker system being sold separately as an accessory, the potential additions to this system really are bounded only by the imagination. The applications of these go far beyond modding the existing HAF Stacker setup also. I plan to pick up a couple of sets to serve this same function in other areas.
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