I have my phone clad in Fre case. This phone goes to work so it needs all the protection it can get. For those interested in their belt clip, there is a mod to make holstering effortless. The contact point on the latch is rough. I took 0000 super fine steel wool and smoothed it. I then polished it. Makes a world of difference. Also it's designed to holster phone with screen facing out. It can be holstered back out but it's not "effortless." I prefer back out because it keeps the screen better protected. I've thrown my 2 cents in with Lifeproof and offered my suggestions. Maybe something will come of it.