iPhone 5S Otterbox Alternatives

[eradicator2k14]

Let me first say that this is my 10th (TENTH) iPhone since owning my first one in 2006. Some have been dropped, several ran over, one in a pool, several sent backdue to hardware issues...destruction.

I put an Otterbox Defender on my 5S three weeks ago. The rubber outer layer is already starting to tear and this phone hasnt been through anything compared to its predecessors!

Anyone have any suggestions for a sturdy 5S case for klutz like myself without making it look like I'm carrying military equipment around (read: I don't want a brick for a phone case).

Any and all suggestions welcome!

 

[jmendel33]

Let me first say that this is my 10th (TENTH) iPhone since owning my first one in 2006. Some have been dropped, several ran over, one in a pool, several sent backdue to hardware issues...destruction.

I put an Otterbox Defender on my 5S three weeks ago. The rubber outer layer is already starting to tear and this phone hasnt been through anything compared to its predecessors!

Anyone have any suggestions for a sturdy 5S case for klutz like myself without making it look like I'm carrying military equipment around (read: I don't want a brick for a phone case).

Any and all suggestions welcome!

I purchased the lifeproof fre for my 5s and ive been very happy with it so far

 

[zerog46]

Lifeproof all the way. Great, thin and waterproof.

 

[eradicator2k14]

I looked into the LifeProof cases and they look very promising! One of my friends has one on his 4S and says he would go with no other case after that. Only downside is LifeProofs are 80 bucks. I guess you can't put a price on piece of mind.

 

[Premium1]

I looked into the LifeProof cases and they look very promising! One of my friends has one on his 4S and says he would go with no other case after that. Only downside is LifeProofs are 80 bucks. I guess you can't put a price on piece of mind.

If you don't use the touch id you can get one of the versions for the iPhone 5 that works with the 5S for about half the normal price on amazon and sites like that.

 

[dobermansrule]

I use LifeProof on my iPhone 5 and I love it. LifeProof or nothin!

 

[dkhmwilliams]

I use LifeProof on my iPhone 5 and I love it. LifeProof or nothin!

I just bought a Lifeproof case for my 5S. I didn't get the new model that has the touch ID compatibility because I didn't like the way it feels. So I got the older one and I really like it. I bought one for my wife and she said that it was difficult to type on, but I'm not having any trouble with the screen protector so I'm going to keep it. So far so good. I didn't like the fact that you have to unscrew the nob to get to the headphone jack. But I guess the price you pay for having a fully protected device.


Sent from my iPhone 5S. The "S" is for sexy.

 

[iLive an iLife]

If you're looking for something that's similar to the Otterbox defender, give the Speck Tough Duo a try. It's a silicon outer layer and TPU-ish material on the inside. You can also use the inner layer as a stand alone case (granted it's pretty cheap). Were vacationing this week and flew a lot this past weekend. This case was great. Used the included belt clip, put my phone in screen side in and kept it in my carry on. Excellent case so far. Only drawback is you can't use the Touch ID feature. I also scooped up a UAG case for $10 last week on Amazon. Going to give that a try when we get back home.


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[Garz]

I bought the Lifeproof Fre from Best Buy and the touch ID is very inconsistent. Read reviews after my purchase and many say the same thing. I'll return it today.

 

[Premium1]

I bought the Lifeproof Fre from Best Buy and the touch ID is very inconsistent. Read reviews after my purchase and many say the same thing. I'll return it today.

I feel like any waterproof case that has something covering the home button isn't going to be very consistent. I mean I guess you have to choose, either waterproof, or ability to use Touch ID. I mean it wouldn't work under water anyway, same way the screen doesn't.

 

[nabans]

This might sound stupid, but I never had any reason to get an Otterbox Alternative. I have a LifeProof and its awesome. Give it a shot and make sure you purchase it through Amazon so that you would be able to return it if not satisfied.

 

[dobermansrule]

This might sound stupid, but I never had any reason to get an Otterbox Alternative. I have a LifeProof and its awesome. Give it a shot and make sure you purchase it through Amazon so that you would be able to return it if not satisfied.

I personally wouldn't purchase a LifeProof through Amazon because of the risk of it being fake.

 

[Premium1]

I personally wouldn't purchase a LifeProof through Amazon because of the risk of it being fake.

Agree. More likely and safer to buy from a retailer (like best buy, target, walmart) that way if you have any issues you can return it, and also know that it will be authentic and not a fake.

 

[Spencerdl]

I took a look at the Lifeproof cases, Nice ...Very NICE.

 

[dcharleyultra]

I bought the Lifeproof Fre from Best Buy and the touch ID is very inconsistent. Read reviews after my purchase and many say the same thing. I'll return it today.

Touch ID on my nuud is pretty consistent.

However, bringing up the Control Center isn't - even when touching the case just over the Home button first.


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[eradicator2k14]

Ordered my Lifeproof Fre! Thanks for all the input; very much appreciated.

 

[zerog46]

Ordered my Lifeproof Fre! Thanks for all the input; very much appreciated.

Good choice. I have 4 different Colors.

 

[EmceeGeek]

For you, LifeProof is the way to go. Guarantee it'll last you until it's time to buy a new iPhone.


Sent from my [Gold] iPhone 5S

 

[EmceeGeek]

Ordered my Lifeproof Fre! Thanks for all the input; very much appreciated.

Great! Did you also check out their N??d case?


Sent from my [Gold] iPhone 5S

 

[eradicator2k14]

I did check out the N??d series; figured I needed the full blown Fre haha