Front panel fan controller recommendation

[deguzi]

A friend of mine is looking for a recommendation for a 5.25" front panel fan controller. He prefers one with a screen, but I can't make any recommendations because i'm not that into flashy front panels and i've never owned one.

 

He's looking at either the NZXT sentry 2, NZXT sentry lx, bitfenix Recon, or one of the Aerocool controllers. Can anyone recommend which is best? he likes the recon and sentry lx look but cannot decide which is better functionality wise

[Excon]

The Sentry Mix 2 is a solid fan controller.

[CartertheCOCguy]

i personally like the bitfenix recon

[C_Mike]

I'd recommend the Bitfenix Recon. I myslef have got a Bitfenix Hyrda fan controller, and its a solid built controller. I have many Bitfenix products and can vouch for their great build quality.

 

It has a touchscreen, custom profiles and just for a gimmick, control via mobile devices

[deguzi]

I'd recommend the Bitfenix Recon. I myslef have got a Bitfenix Hyrda fan controller, and its a solid built controller. I have many Bitfenix products and can vouch for their great build quality.

 

It has a touchscreen, custom profiles and just for a gimmick, control via mobile devices

how do you think the software is? does it need work or is it pretty straightforward?

[deguzi]

i personally like the bitfenix recon

the downside that i've read about the recon is the viewing angles. has that been a problem for you? or is it managble

[CartertheCOCguy]

the downside that i've read about the recon is the viewing angles. has that been a problem for you? or is it managble

i have a small case so it doesnt bother me, i can just move the case so i can see it

[deguzi]

i have a small case so it doesnt bother me, i can just move the case so i can see it

lol gotcha. he has a 750d located under his desk so we'll see if that'll be a problem for him

[CartertheCOCguy]

lol gotcha. he has a 750d located under his desk so we'll see if that'll be a problem for him

yea he might want to put it on top of his desk, but thats a good idea! he is wasting that gigantic window !hahaha

[C_Mike]

how do you think the software is? does it need work or is it pretty straightforward?

I've not personally used the recon, I have a hydra. I've just got my opinion from reviews I've read and my previous experience with other Bitfenix products

[aaronu]

Scythe Kaze Master 5.25in Bay Fan Controller. This is non touch screen. I think anolog controls make more sense.

Well this was not on your list but my cousin has this fan controller. Overall build quialty is superb. It includes 4 temp probes and rpm readout.http://m.ncix.com/products/sku/28082