The seat was fine, I am 6'2" and not a skinny fellow, but it was adequate. Lighting is interesting in the upright position a strip of blue leds go on. The space was also a little cramped viz a viz stowaway space and working space. I ended up dumping duvet and pillow in the space behind the head which worked well.

We found the pod seats comfortable at all the positions. I would agree with most reviews that it is not conducive to conversation if travelling as a couple, but on the return journey my husband and I had window seats so sat one behind the other. This was our choice. As the return is a night flight, conversation would have been limited anyway.

Enjoyed the Pod seat as I was traveling alone Frankfurt - Calgary. There are various adjustments that one can make to get it just right, whether sitting upright, sleeping flat, or sleeping with a slightly raised head. You just need to figure out the way the seat adjusts. IFE was ok as was the food and service.

Sydney/Vancouver return. Great if you're on your own, very private layout. Traveled with my wife and was unable to communicate much. On the return we were in 1A and 1B, but I was actually level with another passenger across the aisle in row 2. Staff reasonably helpful but not as friendly as most other Canadians we've met. In terms of food, reasonable. Comfort of flat bed not brilliant but adequate.

YYZ-CDG-YYZ Return flight a week apart, sitting in the same 'pod' seats 2K 3G which gave us across the aisle positions in this configuration - but not what you'd call conversational. Window seat had a view window. I found the 'lie flat' position uncomfortable and felt my head was lower than my feet. Also didn't like the seat shape to a point at the head and at the foot. The seat width was much narrower than I thought it would be, and found it uncomfortable to turn over while trying to sleep. Flight attendants were very nice going and return. Food left a lot to be desired. For the return flight, I checked the evening before on the AC site which said there were 18 unsold business class seats - yet I noticed that all the seats were filled when we went on board. Entertainment system broke down on both legs of the return flight but was reset on board, so it was more a nuisance than a disaster - one flight attendant told me it happens on almost every flight.

I find the pod seats roomy enough and comfortable because they are lie-flat. I can understand how couples or families travelling together might not like the herringbone pod arrangement, but for single travellers, it's a plus in my view. Stowage for personal effects is adequate if not roomy. Amenity kits are skimpy for this class. The blankets are very good, but the pillows could be larger perhaps. Video screen size and clarity are great, but IFE selection is usually spotty, often lacking current enough movies for longhaul durations.

Good attentive service and stand up bar good. Setbacks are the lack of seat storage space, but big overhead bins can hold a lot. Another thing is the well discussed topic of travelling together - if you want to talk to a partner, the best option is across the aisle.

The new pod seats give you your own alcove. Nevertheless the seats are extremely hard, and if you are a "side" sleeper like me, expect to debark with painful hips. Food was average, as was the service. IFE was okay. I think main conclusion was that the privacy is excellent, it fully reclines, but it is not a comfy sleep. And in a sitting position, due to the angle and configuration, everybody is sitting with their feet on the "ledge" in front of you (in full recline used as feet part of the bed). Don't be too long or you have nowhere to stick your feet.

LHR-YYZ return. We felt like battery hens in these miserable pods. Like bed-settees they failed in both functions - uncomfortable as seats and beds. The very restricted access to the windows, the lack of space for books, specs etc within the pod and the isolation from one's travelling companion made for a very tedious flight.

Seat comfort was much better than the old style seats. Service reasonable, although not up with Asian airlines. IFE worked well both ways and headphones good. My biggest gripe about the new seats is the angle, very difficult to see out of the window and as I normally travel for pleasure with my wife on this route the new seats make for a lonesome 9 hours in the air.

YYZ-CDG-YYZ Return flight a week apart, sitting in the same 'pod' seats 2K 3G which gave us across the aisle positions in this configuration - but not what you'd call conversational. Window seat had a view window. I found the 'lie flat' position uncomfortable and felt my head was lower than my feet. Also didn't like the seat shape to a point at the head and at the foot. The seat width was much narrower than I thought it would be, and found it uncomfortable to turn over while trying to sleep. Flight attendants were very nice going and return. Food left a lot to be desired. For the return flight, I checked the evening before on the AC site which said there were 18 unsold business class seats - yet I noticed that all the seats were filled when we went on board. Entertainment system broke down on both legs of the return flight but was reset on board, so it was more a nuisance than a disaster - one flight attendant told me it happens on almost every flight.

I find the pod seats roomy enough and comfortable because they are lie-flat. I can understand how couples or families travelling together might not like the herringbone pod arrangement, but for single travellers, it's a plus in my view. Stowage for personal effects is adequate if not roomy. Amenity kits are skimpy for this class. The blankets are very good, but the pillows could be larger perhaps. Video screen size and clarity are great, but IFE selection is usually spotty, often lacking current enough movies for longhaul durations.

Good attentive service and stand up bar good. Setbacks are the lack of seat storage space, but big overhead bins can hold a lot. Another thing is the well discussed topic of travelling together - if you want to talk to a partner, the best option is across the aisle.

The new pod seats give you your own alcove. Nevertheless the seats are extremely hard, and if you are a "side" sleeper like me, expect to debark with painful hips. Food was average, as was the service. IFE was okay. I think main conclusion was that the privacy is excellent, it fully reclines, but it is not a comfy sleep. And in a sitting position, due to the angle and configuration, everybody is sitting with their feet on the "ledge" in front of you (in full recline used as feet part of the bed). Don't be too long or you have nowhere to stick your feet.

LHR-YYZ return. We felt like battery hens in these miserable pods. Like bed-settees they failed in both functions - uncomfortable as seats and beds. The very restricted access to the windows, the lack of space for books, specs etc within the pod and the isolation from one's travelling companion made for a very tedious flight.

Seat comfort was much better than the old style seats. Service reasonable, although not up with Asian airlines. IFE worked well both ways and headphones good. My biggest gripe about the new seats is the angle, very difficult to see out of the window and as I normally travel for pleasure with my wife on this route the new seats make for a lonesome 9 hours in the air.

Seats offer lots of privacy, but are quite hard. In the landing/takeoff position seats are poor - I spend most time semi reclined or full down. I’m only 5’10” and had enough length but couldn’t imagine being 6’1” plus. TV good size, back massager didn’t really do much.

YYZ to EZE and back in Executive First. The seats were not very comfortable upright for take off and landing but everything in between was pretty relaxing. We both slept pretty well. I do wish however that they would give you more than one pillow. They are comfortable but very small. The blanket is large and has some type of down to make it a bit plush. I used it with half under me and half on top, which allowed the seat to be a bit more comfortable than laying on it on its own. The inflight entertainment system had trouble functioning on both flights.

SYD-YYR. The design of the pods is adequate for solo travellers but less convenient for people travelling together. I think Air Canada call this "Executive First" class which is wishful thinking. Privacy is good when the seat is reclined for sleep, but it is hard and narrow and the pillow is extremely meagre for business class. Lack of storage space for personal effects is also a problem. The reading lights are good but the herringbone layout means they sometimes shine in a neighbouring passenger's face. This is particularly annoying on the overnight flight. The entertainment on offer was disappointing with few, if any, recent movies and some puerile TV comedy shows. The food was good but the very limited wine selection showed effects of Air Canada's cost cutting. I would use this service again, mainly because it offers the convenience of a direct flight from Australia to Canada without the hassles and delays of a transit via the US. I know times are hard in the airline business but I do feel that those little extra touches that we pay so handsomely for in business class should be more in evidence.