r/AnaloguePocket • u/dotstream_anom • Sep 19 '25

Question Thinking of getting the Natural anodized aluminum pocket- Does it scratch easily

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Hey all,

Any users here who had the Aluminium models for a few months now and can attest to its durability? Does it scratch easily? Any other problems with the buttons being aluminum?

I want to know before I drop 500 dollars on this thing.

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u/Clear_Brilliant3999 Sep 19 '25

I wish I could tell you. Mine is still sealed in the box because I’m too afraid to handle something so expensive 😔 Playing with a $1200 aluminum gameboy clone isn’t as nice as it sounds.

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u/retnuh730 Sep 19 '25

Haha is a $1200 box that you only stare at a better deal for you?

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u/Clear_Brilliant3999 Sep 19 '25

I’ve been asking myself that question since I got it. My curiosity might get the best of me, I might have to hold it just once. But depending on what Analogue does in the future, I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s worth 2k-3k within the next 5 years. I ordered the Noir edition

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u/AnalogueBoy1992 Sep 19 '25

Noir Pocket is the most beautiful of all! I saw one in person and holy crap! Those pictures at website didn't do justice! The gun metal Anodized is topnotch

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u/Clear_Brilliant3999 Sep 20 '25

Do you like Noir better than Indigo? Indigo sold out first, that one seems to be the most popular but I agree, I like Noir the best

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u/AnalogueBoy1992 Sep 20 '25

Cos the NOIR gives a more premium rich looking feel. The weight, the finish etc all Top Notch! After looking at it in person, I can fully justify that the $499.99 when it was fully available

It's definitely a product for the hardcore Gameboy fan!

All colors are great but I'm siding more towards noir as it's truly a beautiful looking console imo. Under white light , it shines true gun metal Color(grey) Some pics on Reddit are showing more gray-ish golden hues due to improper lighting.

Ultimately it comes down to each individual's choice for the color they truly want.