Antec Skeleton is an unusual case targeted to users worried about airflow and likes a case with a very different looks. Here is a summary of what we found about this case.

Strong Points

• Excellent 250-mm fan with on/off switch and three speeds.
• Presence of Firewire and eSATA ports on the front panel.

Weak Points

• Provides no protection to your components. A simple paper clip can destroy your computer. Imagine the damage a cup of coffee can do.
• No protection against dust.
• Power supply is installed sideways, making it difficult to install the AC power cord.
• The quick release mechanisms from the drive bays are good but require additional regular screws.
• Having hard disk drives literally hanging outside the case is a bad joke.
• Very expensive.

One basic concept of design is form follows function. The main function of a case is to protect your computer parts from dust, from objects that may fall inside the computer causing short-circuit, from liquids, from external impacts, etc. Since Antec Skeleton cannot provide the basic function required by all users – protection – its design is flawed and we simply cannot recommend this case.

In fact, we were so negatively impressed by it that we wonder why it was released by Antec, a company that so far only presented outstanding products. The hard drives hanging outside the case with no protection and that can fall during transportation is one of the worst things we ever saw in this industry.

To make things even worse, this case is sold by USD 180.

We know that we are being harsh, but like we said, you will either loved it or hate it.

Our honest recommendation is to stay away from this joke.