I was just wondering what are the pros and cons of this case verses a Otterbox Defender case? I'm having trouble deciding which is better for me.
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Hi Nessa, I actually never looked at the Otterbox Defender case. Decided to buy the lifeproof case after lots of research on the net. For our ipad 2 we bought a cheaper brand that claimed to do the same thing as the Lifeproof case. Unfortunately didn't even come close to the Lifeproof case. The Lifeproof case does everything it says it does and we like that it isn't bulky. We are really happy with our purchase. Hope this helps. Kathy
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The difference between the Otterbox series depends on the size of the case and the amount of protection that it offers. Honestly, I've been happy with all Otterbox products and have found the more protective ones to be too bulky for everyday use. That being said, I would only buy the most bulky ones for children or others who have a tendency to drop electronics.
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Love mine. The OtterBox Commuter series protects quite well. Good investment.
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Otterbox is great, I do still use otterbox on some of my products but I also use griffin , it is just a bit smaller and lighter and has just as much protection . The only problem griffin does not make cases for as many models as otterbox. As a women this means a lot to me.
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I too took a chance and bought the Defender (iPhone 4) case for my Verizon black iPhone 4S, and it works just fine for me. Why did everyone blindly believe what Otterbox was saying when it was clear from Apple and everyone else that the phone is nearly identical on the outside? Still, I can't blame Otterbox for trying to get an extra 40 bucks out of all the people who pre-ordered... very clever marketing trick!
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When the removable outer cover of the Ballistic is removed, it's the same size as the Defender from what I see. I like having the extra 2 layers of protection w/the Ballistic and how it's raised more than the Defender w/the extra cover and protects better when dropped. I think the Otterbox is much more attractive and almost bought it for that reason. But our grandkids like to play w/my iPhone, and I don't mind w/it in a heavy-duty case.
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The (black) Otterbox Defender case i baught from AMAZON is great, it protects my $400.00 Samsung Note as good as my Otterbox Defender case for my Galaxy Samsung 3 mobile phone. I own the Black one and its great!!
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Unfortunately, no which sucks :( but if you want my opinion, if I had to choose between the two, I'd stick with the Defender because that's what I'm doing. Sammy should have made the regular back cover the same size as this so that Otterbox and other case makers could go by that size.
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I can't answer that question, I never tried the defender. I just know that my Verizon salesperson recommended the Otter Box and I'm very happy with mine.
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Never used otterbox before, so I'm sorry I really can't answer your question. And I have only bought the trident series for my droid a few years ago and for this phone (worked then too, that's why o bought from trident again). So far, it's worked great. I've dropped my phone many times and it's still unscratched and the screen is not damaged ( ands yes I've dropped it face down before). It has 2 rubber coverings so I've also been able to keep dust out of headphone jack and charging port. I'd recommend getting this case, it's worked for me and it doesn't break the bank.
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My iPad case is a reflex and I think it does great, but I've never put it in a defender. I will never put my iPhone in anything but a defender. That may not help much, my iPad does not take the abuse that my iPhone does.
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The Defender is bulkier, it offers a little more protection than the commuter series . The commuter is perfect for my daily needs.
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I bought an OtterBox defender for mine. Money WELL spent. The UltaProof case is garbage
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Spigen is a good case but makes it look like an iphone. Personally prefer the uag case, looks cool and has more grip feel. Haven't used otterbox, sorry
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This is not a case for protection, it's mostly for show. I'd get an otterbox if you're looking for that kind of protection.
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I haven't used an Otterbox on this phone so I can't really give an accurate answer. I do however have an Otterbox that I will be getting for Christmas this week and I will know more. By looking at both cases it seems to me that the Otterbox is not as thick around the screen edge. I love Trident cases but I'm curious about Otterbox. If I can I will let you know the differences I notice at the end of the week. :) I hope this was helpful.
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We have had both, and the commuter as well. The armor case is bigger and bulky. We had it a week and ended up returning it because the clasp on the outside snapped in half, my son took the phone out frequently. It did prove to be water proof. The defender is smaller and has the plastic face plate. I wanted a little more protection than it offered and ended up taking off the faceplate and replacing it with a tempered glass protector. The only difference I see between the defender and the commuter is the faceplate and the rubber shield is opposite (one on the outside and one on the inside). Not sure I'd buy the armor again. We have had both, and the commuter as well. The armor case is bigger and bulky. We had it a week and ended up returning it because the clasp on the outside snapped in half, my son took the phone out frequently. It did prove to be water proof. The defender is smaller and has the plastic face plate. I wanted a little more protection than it offered and ended up taking off the faceplate and replacing it with a tempered glass protector. The only difference I see between the defender and the commuter is the faceplate and the rubber shield is opposite (one on the outside and one on the inside).... » Read More We have had both, and the commuter as well. The armor case is bigger and bulky. We had it a week and ended up returning it because the clasp on the outside snapped in half, my son took the phone out frequently. It did prove to be water proof. The defender is smaller and has the plastic face plate. I wanted a little more protection than it offered and ended up taking off the faceplate and replacing it with a tempered glass protector. The only difference I see between the defender and the commuter is the faceplate and the rubber shield is opposite (one on the outside and one on the inside). Not sure I'd buy the armor again. « Show Less