HAVN BF 360 FLOW PC Case Review

The HAVN BF 360 FLOW case has finally landed, and we believe it’s poised to be a massive hit among airflow-conscious builders seeking the ideal solution to keep enthusiast-grade components cool under load. It’s said to inherit all the brilliant features that made the HAVN HS 420 chassis special – from its thoughtfully engineered layout to its intuitive build experience. But unlike the typical fish-tank-style glass panels, the BF 360 FLOW homes in on airflow performance with it as its focus, embracing HAVN’s engineering-first mindset: flexible design, seamless cable management, and versatile configuration options that let you experiment freely and dial in your perfect setup

Vigorously tested by HAVN and the Pro Gamers Group engineers, this high-airflow case is tailored to deliver unrivalled performance through precise thermal and acoustic control. And it’s not just about performance! The BF 360 Flow is constructed with premium materials that exude understated elegance.

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Currently, only available for order via Amazon in the United States.

Specification

There are two model variants of this case: one features fans (BF 360 Flow) and the other does not (BF 360). HAVN says that they offer these two versions. This is because they wanted users with specific fan preferences and a tendency to experiment to have free rein to decide which fans they would like to use if they so wished. This is a particularly thoughtful consideration for the DIY PC builder. However, it could be argued that this case has been designed specifically for the HAVN H Series Fans, so using a different fan may alter the composition of the build, and obviously, you won’t achieve the same results as HAVN yielded during testing.

Physically, the BF 360 is both sizable and weighty. It’s positioned as a mid-tower, but its footprint leans on the larger side: 515mm in length, a substantial 254mm in width, and 255mm in height. At roughly 14.79 kg, it’s on the heavier side, which is a direct result of its premium construction. HAVN utilises SGCC steel for the chassis, selected for its exceptional balance of strength and corrosion resistance. It also features reinforced material thickness in high-stress zones, adding durability and improving resistance to torsional flex, ensuring long-term structural integrity even under frequent transport or hardware swaps.

Sticking to HAVN’s purposely minimalist approach, we believe that the front IO aligns perfectly with their ethos. It offers moderate practicality, lightly covering all bases whilst remaining streamlined and focused, maintaining the same flow and design language of the rest of the chassis. You only get what you need and no more.

For PC builders who have moved away from cumbersome 3.5″ HDDs, you’ll be pleased to see that the bulk of the mounting hardware has been streamlined, allowing you to store just one of these and up to two 2.5″ drives. For PCIe expansion, there are 7 slots, ensuring you have ample room for multi-GPU setups, capture cards, or high-speed storage add-ins without compromise.

Clearance-wise, the BF 360 offers generous headroom for high-performance components. With support for CPU coolers up to 195mm tall, GPUs up to 410mm long, and PSUs up to 200mm. We believe that the case’s fan support is equally impressive, as it can accommodate up to two 180mm fans at both the top and front, providing airflow-focused users with ample flexibility. HAVN have engineered some exceptionally high-performance fans to pair with this case. When it comes to radiator support, there is space for up to 360mm units in two locations: either front panel or top panel mounting.

HAVN BF 360 FLOW Design

The HAVN BF 360 FLOW boasts an exceptionally in-depth design, focusing on excellent performance, sophisticated engineering, aerodynamically contoured aesthetics, and a user-friendly interface suitable for builders of all skill levels. The chassis features a majority of toolless and modular construction, sharing the same design language as the HAVN HS 420 chassis, which was a hit here at Geekawhat and received incredibly positive reviews.

Externally, the case features a five-layer, stacked stone-textured finish to accentuate a premium aesthetic. The edges have refined, rounded corners, and the visuals blend seamlessly. The tempered glass side panel offers a glimpse into the case’s internals, and the back panel is a solid metal panel in your chosen colour.

For the front and top panel, your eyes meet a design that almost resembles a radiator, which sits in front of a rib pattern structure that has undergone many iterations to minimise flow interference with the slots, thereby maximising inlet cooling airflow. HAVN suggested many paternals for optimum airflow throughput, and this design is the winner that provided the most efficient pathway. Finally, behind the rib-patented panel, there is a bounded mesh to help protect your system from dust. All of these panels can be removed with ease thanks to their magnetism that keeps them affixed once in contact with the chassis’ frame. Some of the panels also feature rubber grips to provide extra support and grip when removing them.

Although it hasn’t been one of the significant points that we’ve raised, HAVN also strived to achieve a quiet environment within the case, and this is backed by the rubber grommets that they have installed around the fans and storage bays to help negate and minimise vibrations that would amplify the noise production of the components. The reason we haven’t mentioned noise levels sooner is that they are not something we test outside of CPU coolers.

Another location that features the use of rubber is the vertical rubber grommets, which help hide and organise the visual noise created by cables leading behind the motherboard tray. The vertical lines break up the bulky wires, helping to accentuate a clean and well-managed build.

As this case is designed with PC enthusiasts in mind, HAVN expects that these consumers will most likely populate this case with high-end components, such as premium GPUs. GPUs have grown significantly in power over recent years and now require additional support to alleviate some of the strain on the PCIe slots. HAVN have got you covered with their highly adjustable GPU support bar. This is the most versatile version of this hardware that I’ve seen, as it offers support for your GPU, regardless of the orientation in which you mount it.

For PC builders hoping for an all-white case, I have to be the bearer of bad news; this case doesn’t come with completely white internals. Whilst this is a little disappointing, we have to give credit where it’s due; the case still looks absolutely stunning despite the laziness. It seems a little inconsiderate that HAVN has gone to such great lengths to produce a scientifically engineered case, yet they couldn’t provide clearance for an all-white aesthetic? It was the first thing I noticed when I viewed the white case from the front or the side, and it stuck out like a sore thumb. What’s worse is that the rear fan it’s shipped with is white, which suggests that HAVN could have ventured the full length but made the conscious choice not to.

Airflow pathway

The HAVN BF 360 FLOW incorporates a sculpted airflow pathway ramp beneath the front intake zone, designed to streamline and accelerate incoming air toward the main chamber. This angled ramp reduces turbulence at the intake edge, helping to direct airflow upward and across the motherboard tray and improving overall cooling efficiency for components. In fact, HAVN have concocted their own optimal cooling setup to utilise this layout to its fullest.

HAVN has developed an optimised cooling layout that fully leverages this design. Three front-mounted intake fans draw in cool air, guiding it along the ramp and directly toward the GPU. From there, the airflow flows through the GPU and exits via rear exhaust fans, which creates a focused, high-throughput cooling loop.

HAVN H Series Fan Design

HAVN H18 Black PWM Fan - 180mm

HAVN H14 White PWM Fan - 140mm

HAVN H14 Black PWM Fan - 140mm

HAVN H14 White PWM Triple Fan Pack - 140mm

HAVN H14 Black PWM Triple Fan Pack - 140mm

HAVN H12 White PWM Triple Fan Pack - 120mm

HAVN H12 Black PWM Triple Fan Pack - 120mm

HAVN H12 White PWM Fan - 120mm

HAVN H12 Black PWM Fan - 120mm

Each fan features long-lasting Triple-Groove Fluid Dynamic Bearings with a custom exterior groove structure. This design balances front-to-back shaft pressure and enhances oil retention, preventing lubricant displacement under high temperatures or heavy loads. The triple-groove geometry combines internal oil-channelling with external pressure-balancing contours to optimise bearing longevity. The result is stable high-RPM performance, consistent lubrication, and extended operational lifespan.

The HAVN H Series fans are notably thicker than standard case fans, with frame depths ranging from 30mm to 40mm, depending on the model. Despite their heft, they retain a premium feel and are engineered for high static pressure and airflow throughput – making them ideal candidates for radiator deployments. To complement the mechanical refinement, integrated rubber dampening pads help suppress vibration and reduce noise, ensuring smoother acoustics even under sustained load.

HAVN also acknowledges that the increased fan thickness may complicate radiator mounting with standard screws. To address this, each fan includes Radiator-Ready extended screws, ensuring compatibility with dense radiator stacks and simplifying the installation process.

Building in the HAVN BF 360 Flow

This chassis has been designed for easy use. Initial setup requires removing the shipping screws and PCI-E slot thumbscrews that are a little too tight to release without a screwdriver. Beyond that, the build experience is somewhat toolless.

Side panels attach magnetically via moderately strong magnets and can be detached with a light pull, making access quick and intuitive, especially when paired with the rubberised grips.

Storage is handled by two pre-installed trays, each capable of housing either a single 3.5″ HDD or dual 2.5″ SSDs. A secondary mounting zone behind the motherboard tray adds further versatility for custom configurations.

The semi-open frame features a detachable top fan bracket in a U-shaped structure, which enhances structural rigidity while simplifying component installation. This bracket, along with other modular elements throughout the chassis, allows users to tailor airflow and hardware placement to suit their build preferences. Whether you are optimising for cooling, cable management, or future upgrades.

Features We Like

Rubber Grommets

HAVN has added absorbing rubber pads to minimise structural vibration and reduce unwanted acoustic resonance in the storage bays, fans, and fan mounts.

Fan Hub

A brilliant addition for overall cable management and synchronised fan speeds, this case serves as the centre of power and control for all fans. This can be particularly beneficial if paired with a motherboard that lacks fan headers.

Cable Management

I’ve never seen a chassis label that explicitly indicates the best positioning for cables, and cable management can be pretty overwhelming if you intend to keep it neat. I love that HAVN has designated channels for specific cable styles and indicated where they might be best suited for placement.

Accessory Box

In the shipping box, there is a labelled accessory box containing individual bags with all the screws, each labelled separately. It’s great that this is becoming the standard for companies these days, and it streamlines the entire PC building process.

Features We Don’t Like

Panel Magnet Strength

I personally felt that the panels on our pre-release model perhaps came away a little too easily, so I would like to see slightly stronger magnets being used to attach the panels, or at least more magnets. It’s worth noting that we shouldn’t have to fight the case or pry it off with unnecessary effort, but considering the resounding build quality, I did feel that this didn’t match up.

Chassis Weight

At 14.79 kg, the BF 360 is undeniably heavy, and while HAVN claims the SGCC steel construction ensures “long-term structural integrity even under frequent transport or hardware changes”, that feels optimistic. The sheer mass of the chassis makes it impractical for regular relocation or iterative builds, especially for users who frequently swap components or attend LAN events. Structural rigidity is evident, but portability suffers as a result. The overall suggestion doesn’t feel feasible.

Conclusion

HAVN BF 360 Flow PC Case

Product Name: BF 360 Flow

Brand: HAVN

• Features
• Design
• Versatility
• Value For Money

4

Summary

This truly is the minimalist’s dream chassis, with it being clean, refined, and built to perform. This case proves that you don’t need overly fancy features to achieve an attractive and high-performance build. However, even though the case delivers excellent thermal performance, it is priced higher than some competitors with similar airflow capabilities, which may deter budget-conscious buyers.

When positioned as an enthusiast’s ideal case for a refined setup, this case is priced well at MSRP, and the fact that it includes the option to completely configure your own airflow rig is brilliant, resulting in the case itself being more affordable. I really like this case, and although fish-tank styles lean more towards my own preference, this case will stay with me, and I will recommend it to others seeking the features that this case offers. It’s gorgeous.

Pros

✅ Attractive

✅ High-performance chassis

✅ Build quality

Cons

❌ Heavy

❌ Price premium 

❌ Weak magnets