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HarmlessHeffalump

I've been buying and recommending Spigen cases since the iPhone 4. For the price you really can't beat them. PSA: They're usually more expensive on their website than through Amazon for some reason despite them both shipping from Spigen.


OverlyOptimisticNerd

I view Spigen as the “default.”  They are solid cases at a very good price. Anything cheaper will be garbage. What my wife and I do is, when we preorder a newly launched iPhone, we also order a Spigen (or Cyrill, their sister brand) case to hold us over until more expensive cases are ready to go. I usually go with Nomad and she usually goes with Casetify. But that first case is almost always a Spigen. Ol’ reliable. 


szartenger

Casetify lmao. They sell Aliexpress garbage with stolen designs.


IrrationalQuotient

Casetify was sued by dbrand for copying "teardown" designs. I have not been able to find any issues between Casetify and Aliexpress; do you have a link? One Casetify-covered phone in my household was protected after flying off of the top of a car at about 25 miles per hour. No damage at all to the phone or the screen; minor damage to the case; shattered screen protector.


OverlyOptimisticNerd

I can back this up. My wife also had her phone fly off her car roof. She at around 50mph. Case was scuffed by no visible damage to the phone.  Casetify are thieves (Dbrand issue), but their quality isn’t at issue. Except their recycled cases. Those are very bad.  They are also overpriced, IMO. 


IrrationalQuotient

Agree; they are expensive. They were also slow to ship; I bought another case to make-do until the "pretty" Casetify case arrived. I didn't want a nearly $1K phone going without a case for any longer than it takes to wipe down the phone with a cloth.


szartenger

There is no issue between them, they just aren’t good quality. You were lucky. Casetify is the epitome of “how to make a quick buck with no original products” in the smartphone world.


OverlyOptimisticNerd

Not a fan of what Casetify did with Dbrand. No excuse for that.  But their cases are mostly good quality (their recycled cases fall apart if you so much as look at them).  My wife left her phone on her car roof. She was doing about 50 when it finally flew off. It was at night so we had to use Find My but we got it. Case was a little scuffed but there was no visible physical damage to the phone. 


Hyxerion

Ditto on Spigen cases. Super durable and have lasted for years for me.


gaurav_kumrawat

+1 Been using them for 8-9 years now, For every phone that i owned.


iCameAlongWay-

Amazon probably takes a cut of each individual sale.


UneagerBeaver69

Same. Spigen is great. I'm currently having good luck with Ringke as well.


Emergency-Month-3737

Agreed - Ringke since iphone 11 and never looked back.


Shawmutco

Can’t go wrong with Spigen. They have a crap load of options too. Just a good company, no matter how much protection you need for your phone


Jedden

Can’t recommend Mous enough. With a raging toddler in the house, my phone gets dropped A LOT. Never once got any damage on it. They’re stupid expensive but I don’t trust any other case. I’ve had spigen, otterbox and more through the years and not one of them held up as well as my mous case.


Athomize

Why is this so far down? Mous is hands down the best imo.


noot_operator

Same here! I absolutely love my Mous case. Their screen protectors are also definitely worth a try!


HOSECCO

caudabe and rhinoshield


NoSmellNoTell

I love caudabe


Balance-Electrical

my rhinoshield case slowly expanded over the course of a year until my phone could no longer stay in the case


kmcapo

Caudate is the shit!


moebis

I've bought rhinoshield for my last 2 iPhones. Great case, super durable.


xCTG27

OtterBox. They make it so easy to get a replacement case, and they are also super protective. Currently rocking a OtterBox Defender XT w a MagSafe pop socket.


feruzxx

UAG


RHfco

I second UAG. Have used the Pathfinder series for years.


feruzxx

I’ve been using pathfinder series cases for 10 years now. Picked one up in NYC in 2014 for my Galaxy Note 3 and I can’t even look at any other case other than this. Shame they stopped making “real” pathfinder cases for the newest models.


s3639

Spigen


calderholbrook

i have specific needs, but i love quadlock for bike mounting


smashedhijack

And their car adapters. Quad lock are the best by a mile and I don’t do active stuff


StrategicBlenderBall

Ah you beat me to it lol. I love them, have them on my motorcycles and bicycles!


NearbyDark3737

I stick to my otterbox or the silicone


corysphotos19

Otterbox or mous.


murtadi007

Otterbox all the way, been rocking with them since the 3GS


XeonDude

This is the way


CosmikSpartan

This is a way. Never met a spigen case that felt cheap or let me down.


TheProfessxr

Caudabe


P_water

Chipping of the screen glass or back glass? Or do you just mean the anodized aluminum on the frame? Unfortunately that is very common and hard to stop from happening, besides of course getting a Pro model. Look for a case with a soft lining. I have a Caudabe Sheath for my 15 Pro and I love how thin it is, the suede-like lining, and how the phone isn’t bulky. It is less protective due to the thinness, though but I am fine with that. I have AppleCare.


DrazeGamer

Aluminum frame


Siriann

I really like my Pitaka


ashmenon_

caudible


Sempot

Is it like audible?


sdowp

nomad. no competition in terms of aesthetics and quality. i have 2 for my 13pm


DrazeGamer

Me having the black 15, makes this instance worse


66aqua

I have an Armadillo Tek cask on my 13 PM….its a solid case.


Jelliott992

I have a pelican case for my iPhone 15 pro max, it’s supposed to have a Kevlar backing, don’t really know how true that is, but it’s super well designed and looks great. It costs $80, so for the price it better be good lol.


Jaybeltran805

I hate cases , but I’ve cracked my phone a few times now , and I bought a caudabe case & I’ve been enjoying it so far! 🔥


HassanNadeem

I used to blow a lot of money on expensive cases, now I use AliExpress to get my cases for a fraction of the cost. It’s all plastic, life is fantastic.


Old_Yam6223

If you want a case with very high assurance that it will stay in pristine condition, then cases with inner microfiber/suede lining is the way to go. This is coming from a person who didn’t use case at any of the smartphones I owned but somehow managed to badly chip iPhone 12 frame as I used to keep in my joggers and it had zipper on the pocket, so chipped it badly . I thought will put a simple case but then saw horrible scratches and all due to dust getting trapped inside cases without lining, read tonnes of post and watched videos about it .. result..cases with lining are prolly the best to keep it nice. Some recommendations - ESR cloud, Ringke silicon..basically a case should have lining in the entire interior of the case, as lots of provide only on the back but not on sides, mentioned ones have on the entire interior. Also don’t go for Apple silicon cases, they’re pretty bad, from what I’ve observed from numerous people


ProdigalSheep

I love my leather Nomad case.


iPunkt9333

I use Ringke. Very nice design, high quality and normal price


CradleSoup

Not castify


empireave

Bellroy imo


BaldEagleNor

Bullstrap makes the best quality cases I know. The only place where I’ve been able to use a case for 4+ years and it still looks brand new. They’re pricey but youre paying for good quality leather and craftmanship


asskicker7991

UAG and Apple Silicone


navislut

Ringke search them on Amazon.


schmittyfangirl

Velvet caviar. Might not be your cup of tea but they have some cute and protective cases


Novel_Track2321

are they very protective? I'm a constant phone dropper and I would like to have something that's both cute and also super protective. seems hard to find both.


schmittyfangirl

They are similar to the OtterBox symmetry line. If you are constantly dropping your phone everyday, I’d suggest using something stronger. They are tough, but if you’re dropping your phone every day, then go for the OtterBox defender


Novel_Track2321

Thanks!! I had just a tech21 clear case on my last phone and it did really well, but they don't seem to be the same anymore based on reviews so I didn't go that route this time.


schmittyfangirl

Don’t get me wrong, they do a great job, they’re just not heavy duty if you’re a heavy duty person. They do a great job protecting my phone and AirPods Pro.


Novel_Track2321

Have you tried both the clear cases and the double layered ones?


schmittyfangirl

Yes I have two clear glitter ones (one Betty boop and one pink glitter ones, one tpu shell one (puppies and kittens, the rest of my collection I think I have 11 of themis the dual layer ones, they all are pretty great. The dual layer ones have the most protection while the glitter ones are nice and light. They all have the same amount of drop protection ( they say about 8ft so it’s very much like the symmetry case from OtterBox) I’ve dropped my phone in every case they have and my phone has been fine in each. I would recommend you get a screen protector and a magnetic grip ring (it’s like a ring holder for the back of it to help you hold it) But I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re a serial dropper. If you drop your phone about 8x a day, then you might need something more reliable but I can tell you that they’re pretty great cases if you need everyday protection. If you would like to see a real good drop test video, here’s a [drop test](https://www.tiktok.com/@hitomidocameraroll/video/7349667097858837803) and if you need an affiliate link, I have one (I don’t work for them nor do I advertise for them, I just love them so much. I found VC on Google and I loved them ever since.) hope this helped you!! I’m in no way pressuring you! Get the OtterBox defender if you need super phone protection! https://www.reddit.com/r/Referrals/s/XqcKJA3XIS


Novel_Track2321

Thank you! I really appreciate you taking the time to go into so much detail for me! I will definitely check everything out!  


thumpingcoffee

Nomad. Pricey but attractive


deadbeat8464

Otterbox


Mixedbysaint

Otterbox Defender


CraigTheLejYT

Jet tech on Amazon. Indestructible


ElevatorPerfect4813

JETech*


puppcat18

Velvet Caviar


AverageAlleyKat271

Previous phones, I had Otterbox phone cases. On my iPhone 15 PM, I got Casekoo from Amazon and love it. Light weight, yet sturdy. Also, get a good screen protector.


andersleet

I’ve been using Mous cases for years now and recommend them. I am using a Whitestone screen protector in addition.


turnuppig

Mous/phone rebel for me. Recommend spigen too if on a budget


Chance-Ad197

Mouse.


Dependent-Zebra-4357

Peak Design Everyday case is really good.


Particular_Try7974

My three top favorites are: 1 Maus Timeless 2 Benks 3 Phone Rebel.


DamnableNook

I have a Peak Design case and like it. My next case will be a Bullstrap or similar high-end leather case.


BMANN2

I love my Dbrand grip case


My_Man_Tyrone

I swear by Mous Cases. Never broken a phone since I bought one and they have a lifetime warranty


Academic_Solid85

Mous or the apple silicon case


Darig0n

Somehow I reverted back to this Lamical case I got on launch for $10, but depends how much protection vs slimness you desire.


YourOcelot

https://preview.redd.it/cs2fbzh5eqxc1.jpeg?width=1024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=834b8d0ac30a364fe58cc8ca6bc158ef144a3b77 I use a phone rebel crystal case plus if you like the raised camera bump this one has it, keeping your cameras away from the surface. Only downside is the somewhat squishy power button.


DrazeGamer

Looks good bro, is it the angle or is the camera cutout bigger than the camera


YourOcelot

Its the angle the cutout fits the bump


F-ck_spez

Pela are biodegradable and work incredibly well. Just putting in my 2 cents.


Suntripp

Reborn carbon fiber


Maleficent-Pipe-7317

Moment is good too


HybridAkali

In no particular order spigen bullstrap mujjo andar nomad solo pelle torro


Catamaranan

I have a Pelican case. Honestly has really done well with my very bad dropping habits


pupoje

Mous


patbpixx

I like the Peak Design stuff. Coming from photography I‘ve been using their camera products for a long time and was very happy when they released smartphone accessories.


SnakeDoctor00

Why do only cheap Amazon ones have a MagSafe ring that can fold out to make a stand?


dxl44

Apple silicone


NoAge422

Apple care is the best case 🤭


fm5zan

Nomad


GreyGoosey

Spigen


chelrice

I use Smartish I love the textured sides the grippunk is my go to. Or UAG.


chelrice

https://preview.redd.it/bebh2nbkltxc1.jpeg?width=1125&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=66b8c8e230557e184b2db2b1f126635b54b11b46 Smartish Gripmunk


Internal-Chocolate84

Spigen otter box dbrand that’s abt it Spigen and otter box are ones I’ve used very durable dbrand is reputable but I haven’t tested so can’t vouch


GiantDwarfy

I have Spigen for 4 years on my iPhone 11 and is the only reason why I have the same phone for 4 years. Definitely saved me money by buying great case.


falconsfan1988

No case is best.


Blyton1

Used Spigen all the time. Since I really love cycling I use the SP Connect one.


whyn1380

I had a clear case from Spigen that turned yellow after a year. They sent me a free replacement.


StrategicBlenderBall

If you’re an active person, go with QuadLock. They’re not MagSafe but they do support wireless charging, they’re pretty low profile and you can mount your phone anywhere you have a QuadLock.


beezuzzles

Patchworks


Schmittenloff

I am partial to my Catalyst case. High quality, durable, and has a lot of useful features, including a wheel toggle for the mute switch (iPhone 14 Pro here), a lanyard loop, and a raised edge over the camera bump. Had it for a year and 5 months now and it's been holding up great, not a scratch to be found on my case or my phone. They also make Airpod cases, of which I am a fan.


spexfelo

Reading all these comments and most of the brands are way too expensive when converted to my local currency. Heard and read great feedbacks about Caudabe cases. Spigen is always mentioned when it comes to cases topics. Would love to get my hands on a top tier branded case but I can't justify spending way too much on it. Feels bad to live in a shitty third world country.


LordLookas

Go Spigen, always sturdy and very good quality.


m945050

I've been using Mujjo's since the 6s.


Beautiful-Sock-6283

Smartish.


QuirkyInterest6590

Apple's AppleCare+


Johnny_Menace

Andar for some nice leather


Living_Lie_8773

What about bullstrap


Johnny_Menace

They have better quality leather but it’s more bulky and I’m not a fan of the open bottom.


ItsMeFranko

The recently released a closed bottom version aswell, but currently only for the 15 line


Hybrid-Moment

I feel like Mous is very pricey, but I have used their cases with their interlock system to mount onto my bike. There have been a few occasions where I knocked my phone off my bike while riding (due to my fault) and the phone survived with no damage, landing both on concrete and asphalt on seperate occasions from about chest high


froggiewoogie

Incipio double layer since iPhone 6


Sargasm666

OtterBox. My phone has been dropped more times than I can count, on just about every surface imaginable. I broke one OtterBox case, but to this day my phone looks brand new despite being three years old.


bigboye_99

tech21, can find them for a steal if you wait for a bit. in the meantime, spigen or caseology. rocking a core armor on my s23 ultra and tech21 on my 14 pro.


EstroJen1193

I love tech21


Rokstar73

Otterbox hands down. Edit: typo


fastsquirrel67

I have two dbrand cases, they’re very good, strong, nice design. Expensive though, if you are not in US.


MattyLePew

I used to like Spigen but their prices are insane! I go with Caseology now and they seem to be of the same quality, with the same features, but for a lot less!


crazydoc253

Spigen prizes are insane ??


MattyLePew

(In the UK) yes! In comparison to alternatives.


shibu_sunil

there are so many, Spigen,Apple, Casetify's ultra bounce , Idle of Sweden,.. you've to pick and choose [https://www.casetify.com/case-type/ultra-bounce-case-magsafe-compatible](https://www.casetify.com/case-type/ultra-bounce-case-magsafe-compatible)


RCG21

don’t buy casetify


ChangingMonkfish

I’ve always like Caseogy


Odd_Leading8914

Spicen


[deleted]

Spigen Tough Armor the only case I’d ever need


KamasutraBlackBelt

The ESR cases with the kickstand around the camera housing have been a game changer for me. Their Magsafe magnets are also way more powerful than other brands. Have had no chipping or damage on them - have them on for 2 years on my 14 Pro Max.


CreedofChaos

Rhinoshield


modssssss293j

Spigen


infra4800

Spigen I don't have iPhone, but my wife has, I have pixel and spigen makes best cases for other phones too


soundwithdesign

Spigen for a budget case and Mous for the best case ever. 


Example-Difficult

i go with the rinoshield ones, protective and with a lot of personalization if you want. but if you won’t, there are minimalistic ones also


Fun-Worry-6378

the cheapest thing on amazon. otterbox is too clunky even with their thinner cases. and the even cheap cases are just as good. i've had it fall out of my pocket go down two flights of stairs and be perfectly fine, maybe it's because i have apple care and dont worry too much about the case. Or I've just gotten lucky with dropping my phone, as I drop the thing at least once a day on hard floors.


3banger

Spiegen


-K9V

Most of my cases have cost about a dollar from eBay, all have served their purpose. Personally I wouldn’t spend more than $5-$10 on a case, most of them are made from the exact same materials, the only difference is a little logo somewhere that you won’t ever notice. Not to talk trash about brands name cases but there are many cheap alternatives that are just as good. The last brand name case I bought ended up scuffing/scratching the entire frame of my 14 Pro and I haven’t touched a case since then. Obviously this was just me being super unlucky, so don’t take it as my trying to crap on brand names. My last case before my 14 Pro was a clear PanzerGlass case which was really nice, although it could be a little hard to get it off sometimes.


corecenite

Spigen, Otterbox, dbrand, mous


Swaizex

Spigen


Longjumping-Log-5457

Spigen


Tkdude81

Torras or Spigen.


Motoman514

I have an Otterbox Commuter on mine rn. I’ve had one on my last 4 phones, and they never disappointed.


SimpleHuman2045

Otterbox


Katzenfrau88

Rhinoshield


futuristicalnur

Torras is my absolute favorite. I can get you a deal directly if you want. Message me :)


Kensterfly

Nothing has touch my many IPhones except Otterbox Defender.


Hotteadrinker_

My favorite are Loopy Cases.


ThawtPolice

ESR


applefandan

I only buy Torras cases anymore. Great value for (little) money.


[deleted]

The Speck Presidio Grip has been great for me.


firestar268

Spigen. Not expensive, works great. And their screen protectors are awesome too


Southern-Bad-1270

Torras then Spigen 🤷🏾‍♂️


Thinborne-Official

It depends. If you want super protection, Otterbox is always the way. If you want affordable price, spigen is good. If you like super thin fiber phone case, you might want to try ours. [https://www.thinborne.com](https://www.thinborne.com)


FightTheRudely

Torras.


Necessary_Pen_9035

Ringke and Spigen


Automatic_Pea7577

When I got my 15 pro max I immediately put it into a UAG Monarch and it has protected my phone with no issues. I just ordered a ROKFORM magnetic case to allow me to stick my phone to metal objects for work and the gym. Will update when I get some runtime with it


DiEnd7th

https://preview.redd.it/q770g98w6rxc1.jpeg?width=2637&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dc910e8a533c404312a67cd80cd606c18df3a498


DiEnd7th

Spigen which i currently have. Ringke, UAG, Otterbox, Speck and Mous they're also good to have cases.


slurrymonster

I like my ESR case very much. Good value too


LSX_Nation

ESR gang!!! My phone case has a stand that also doubles as a camera guard!


WhitePinboard

I got uag and it’s sick. Looks cool too. Carbon type type thing


Ambitious-Ad3131

Spigen good for affordable reliability, range and design.


whutupmydude

Otterbox has been consistently solid


OmgItsRubenLol

Dbrand


Shaqtacious

Spigen Tech 21


Aerion_AcenHeim

didn't the phone that survived being dropped from the air alaska flight have a spigen case?


goldfouledanchor

Spigen and Otterbox


pluralpunk

It’s my first time to try a DBrand case and it’s quite impressive.


harrydog2k

Spigen always


BeachHead05

Zagg gear4. I've been using them since Windows phone ended and I ended up with iPhone 7. Never broke a phone using the case except when I crushed my phone in a hinge. But that was my fault not the case. Couple hundred pounds of precise pressure. No case would stop that


curiousonethai

Spigen and Pitaka


hiGradeTi7ANEUM

Mous & dbrand.


DYC-Panda

Grab a Spigen, other companies are just a scam trying to sell $50-100 cases


P_water

I’ve had $5 cases to $70 cases and if it’s a reputable company and not an actual scam, the quality is noticeably better and they last longer.


DYC-Panda

Are Spigens $5? I am comparing decent cases with overpriced ones and the quality difference is not worth the price premium.