CONCLUSION

   Like i said in the beginning of this review i can probably count on one hand the number of PC cases which I’ve reviewed to date and are similar to the SMART EM30. As a matter of fact, for me 3 things make the SMART EM30 unique, quality of materials, design and size and yes, these up until recently were actually very hard to come by (that gap is what allowed manufacturers like Abee, Streacom and others to enter the market after all). Interior space is also very good, for such a compact PC case. Being able to add a 358mm long graphics card and even an 160mm long PSU (not to mention an 240mm radiator) are clearly things we don’t see with most similar cases. Still even though the SMART EM30 is a very elegant/stylish PC case with a good amount of interior space the lack of pre-installed fans (even a single one) is noticeable as is the lack of a bottom air filter. These of course are not game breakers but what about price?

   With a current price tag set at USD449 inside the USA (Newegg.com) and at around 500Euros inside the EU the SMART EM30 Mid-Tower by Abee is clearly not what the vast majority of people would ever consider as affordable. This is obviously the most significant drawback of the SMART EM30 especially since it narrows down its target audience considerably. The team over at Abee obviously has its reasons for this (my guess is not a large enough production – would also explain the limited availability) but no matter how I see it there’s no way I could ever justify such cost and I’m sure the same goes for most people. That being said however for consumers who care not about cost but looks, build quality and size the SMART EM30 could be the one and to you I say go check it out, you won’t be disappointed.

PROS

- Build Quality (Brushed / CNC Machined Aluminum)
- Compact Size
- Interior Space (158mm Tall CPU Coolers, 358mm Long Graphics Cards & 160mm Long Power Supply Units)
- Room For Four 120mm Fans (Or 2 Fans & 240mm Radiator)
- Almost Tool Less Design (Push Latches)
- Detachable Feet
- Available In Black & Silver Colors

CONS

- Price
- Overall Availability
- No Preinstalled Fans