Armster S, 3 and 2 Compared: Differences, Features and Which to Choose
The main differences between the three lines: Armster S has no height adjustment, Armster 3 has manual height adjustment, and Armster 2 has click heights and a detachable pocket. Start from your car on the Armster car armrests page, because the lines on offer depend on the car.
Armster S, 3 and 2 at a Glance
Armster S has no height adjustment, Armster 3 adjusts by hand, and Armster 2 adjusts in click heights and has a detachable pocket. Armster 3 and Armster 2 both have a sliding top, and all three lines have a storage compartment.
| Line | Best for | Key feature | Height adjustment | Sliding top | Storage and extras | Kit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armster S | Drivers who want the simplest, most economical line | No height adjustment or sliding top | No | No | Smaller storage compartment, no pocket | From £79.95 |
| Armster 3 | Drivers who want to set the height by hand | Manual height adjustment | Yes, by hand | Yes | Bigger storage compartment than Armster S, coin and pen holder | From £102.95 |
| Armster 2 | Drivers who want the top-of-the-range line | Click heights and a detachable pocket | Yes, in steps (click heights) | Yes | Bigger storage compartment than Armster S, detachable rear leatherette pocket, coin and pen holder | From £114.95 |
Kit prices include the mounting adapter for your car. A few kits cost more.
Which Armster Armrest Is Height Adjustable?
Of the three lines, Armster 3 and Armster 2 have height adjustment, and Armster S has none.
Armrest height is how high the armrest sits under your arm, and the sliding top sets how far it reaches. All three lines fold upright between the front seats, which moves the armrest out of your way and does not separate one line from another.
- Armster S has no height adjustment and no sliding top.
- Armster 3 has height adjustment that you set by hand, and a sliding top.
- Armster 2 has click heights, which you set in steps, and a sliding top.
Which lines you can choose depends on your car, so start with Armster armrest kits for your car.
Which Armster Armrest Has the Most Storage and a Pocket?
Armster 2 has a detachable rear leatherette pocket, and all three lines have a storage compartment.
Armster 3 and Armster 2 both have bigger storage than Armster S.
- Armster S has a smaller storage compartment and no pocket.
- Armster 3 has bigger storage than Armster S and a coin and pen holder.
- Armster 2 has bigger storage than Armster S, a detachable rear leatherette pocket and a coin and pen holder.
Which Line Suits Which Driver?
No Armster line suits every driver, so pick the line whose features match how you use the armrest. The choice rests on height adjustment, the sliding top, storage and the pocket, and the next section covers which lines your car can have.
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Choose Armster S for a Simple Tilting Armrest
Armster S suits a driver who wants a simple, economical armrest with nothing to adjust. It has no height adjustment, no sliding top and no pocket, and its storage compartment is smaller than on Armster 3 or Armster 2. Some cars are offered in Armster S only.
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Choose Armster 3 for Adjustable Height and a Sliding Top
Armster 3 suits a driver who wants to set the height by hand and slide the top. It has manual height adjustment, a sliding top, a coin and pen holder and bigger storage than Armster S. Armster 2 is the other line with height adjustment, but it moves in click heights.
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Choose Armster 2 for Click Heights and a Detachable Pocket
Armster 2 suits a driver who wants click heights and a detachable pocket. Its click heights set the armrest height in steps, and it also has a sliding top, bigger storage than Armster S, a coin and pen holder and a rear leatherette pocket.
Is Every Armster Line Available for Every Car?
No, the lines on offer depend on the car, and Armster S is the only line for some cars.
The kits for the Toyota Aygo 2014 to 2022 and the Smart Fortwo 451 2007 to 2014 come in Armster S only. You choose the car first and the line second, so the car you pick decides which lines you can order. Before you order, check if an Armster armrest fits your car.
If your car has or had a factory centre armrest, read vehicle-specific vs universal car armrests first.
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Pick your make from the 22 below, such as Ford, VW or Fiat.
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Pick your model and year range on the make page.
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Pick your line on the kit page, from the lines offered for that car.
All makes A to Z
Find Your Car and Choose Your Line
Find your Armster armrest by make, then choose your line on the kit page. Standard UK delivery is free on every vehicle armrest. Ask Armster UK before you order if unsure which line to pick.
Armster S, 3 and 2: Common Questions From UK Drivers
Armster UK answers eight questions on height, pockets, choosing a line, car availability, colours, fitting, warranty and swaps.
Of the three lines, Armster 3 adjusts in height by hand and Armster 2 in click heights, while Armster S does not. Armster S has no height adjustment, so choose Armster 3 or Armster 2 if armrest height matters to you. Armster 3 and Armster 2 also have a sliding top, which is separate from height.
A detachable rear leatherette pocket comes with Armster 2. It also has a coin and pen holder, which Armster 3 has too. Armster S has a storage compartment but no pocket, and Armster 2 suits a driver who wants a detachable pocket.
Armster 3 has more features than Armster S: manual height adjustment, a sliding top and bigger storage. Armster S is the economical line, with no height adjustment or sliding top, and it is the only line offered for some cars. Choose by the features you want.
Not always, because the lines offered depend on the car. Some cars, such as the Toyota Aygo 2014 to 2022 and Smart Fortwo 451 2007 to 2014, are offered in Armster S only. Choose your car first, then pick the line on the kit page. Start with your make, or ask the team if you cannot find your car.
Colours are shown on each kit page, and only the colours shown are available. Check the kit page for your car and model before you order, whichever line you choose. Ask the team through the contact page if you are unsure which colours are offered for your car.
Each Armster centre console kit is vehicle specific and comes with its own mounting adapter, screws and fitting instructions, whichever line you choose. Fit the kit loosely first, without the screws, as the shipping and returns page advises, because Armster UK does not refund a fitted or modified kit. For questions about a particular line, ask the team.
Yes, Armster S, Armster 3 and Armster 2 each carry a three-year warranty, so the length is the same whichever line you choose. Pick the line for its features, such as height adjustment, a sliding top, storage or a pocket. Ask the team what the warranty covers before you order.
Ask the team before you order if you may want to swap lines later, because Armster UK does not refund a fitted or modified item. You can request a return within 14 days of receiving an item, so fit the kit loosely first, without the screws, to check the line suits you.