“This case’s build quality is excellent. When applying the thermal compound, consider putting it first to the case instead of the Pi itself. I used a silicon based thermal pad (1mm) and the case dissipates the heat perfectly. The only downside is that the micro sd card is not accessible once you put the case together so have that in mind. I recommend this case if you want to have a sleek, minimalist setup.”
“SEXY! A beautiful brushed aluminium case. Makes the RPI Zero look more like a high-end cigarette lighter than a capable little Linux computer. This was for a RPi Zero dedicated to remote triggering of a digital camera (using gphoto). I only need the USB ports so could use the enclosed top for the case. I'm a fan of the FLIRC cases for their heat dissipation - they work well with a busy RPi 4 - but that's irrelevant for this particular Zero. The wrist strap even allows me to hang the RPi from the tripod, rather than from the end of the micro USB to mini USB that triggers the camera. Be warned though, all this sleek aluminium svelteness comes at the price of reduced WiFi range. Significantly reduced. In side by side comparisons with the plastic white & red 'official' case the range was reduced about 50%. Not a dealbreaker, but certainly an irritation. Worth noting that the range of the onboard WiFi isn't fabulous in the first place. For long-range DSLR triggering I resort to an external USB dongle hanging off a USB splitter. Ugly, but very functional.”
“Came fairly fast and was securely wrapped. (Outside of UK, so some transport time)
The product itself is a joy and looks just amazing, specially with the size i can put it almost anywhere and it will hardly be noticable, while if it DO gets noticed, its not an eye sore! :D”
“This case is really substantial and neat. it comes with a strap which I don't need and a choice of two lids, one with no pin cutout and one with. I would advise getting the Pi zero running before fitting the case as the micro SD card is not accessible once the case is fitted. The box also stated that heat transfer material was included but I never found any. However the pi zero runs at about 32 deg C so not a problem.”
“Well made, there was a bit of excess plastic on open gpio open cover, which stopped it fitting properly, but that was easily removed with a craft knife, otherwise the fit and finish was spot on.”
