The BitFenix Aurora is first and foremost an understated, but certainly quite capable chassis. $100 (though $10 off that mark as I write this), it won't win you over simply by offering an aggressive price point. Considering the case's placement in the market, the BitFenix Aurora is courting for your attention alongside hundreds of other cases in the same price range.

While that may sound like the BitFenix Aurora does not have much going for it, it is not so. On the contrary, it does, but only upon closer inspection. Look past the no-frills design and you will first notice the two glass panels that differ in color. Diving into the case, there is the solid build quality and loads of space for larger components. Look even closer and you will notice the excellent liquid-cooling possibilities presented within and the cool RGB-controlling elements baked right into the chassis.

Here, the only downside is the lack of lights you can actually control. While the SSD Chroma bracket is a nice touch, the basic fan in the rear seems like a missed opportunity to add another LED-lighting source to give users an incentive to buy more BitFenix RGB fans to expand the setup, all while adding some value to the chassis itself.

Overall, the BitFenix Aurora has no real functional shortcomings and delivers everything in a simple and efficient manner. The tool-less elements, SSD brackets, and liquid-cooling compatibility are all great and mean that the chassis is well worth the money. Just don't expect any awesome feats of engineering - something you tend to get from other brands and cases of this price class - even those with glass side panels.

But if the looks of the Aurora tickle your fancy, making price tag or a more intricate interior secondary, then by all means - in such a scenario, the BitFenix Aurora is wholeheartedly recommendable.