How does this compare to the otter box defender case?
1251290
At $13 it's a lot less expensive than the OtterBox Defender, which is really a great case. This HocoCase is also good overall protection for $19, but the rigid 2-piece OtterBox is in a different class. Toyota versus Rolls-Royce. The 2-piece OtterBox has a detachable stand which doubles as a snap-on rigid screen cover; the HocoCase is just a 1-piece silicone case, no stand, no screen cover.
1251291
the design is very nice, it is very resistant to scratches, my three year old son really likes it.
2200987
I've never used the otter box but I can tell you the spigen is far thinner and lighter. It does an excellent job of protecting my phone
1453799
Way fatter then the otter box! The otter box is well worth the extra bucks as its thinner and doesn't feel so cheap. Personally am much happier with the otterbox
2200988
Size and thickness wise, the otter box is thicker and more bulky imho. Protection wise I think they are the same, but ymmv.
98682
I had the Otterbox Defender. This Trident case is hands-down more protective due to the substantially raised corners, which protect it in a drop in which any of the corners might be impacted, also due to the thicker rubber inside piece, and lastly, the thicker plastic outside. Also, as to the face, or front, the surrounding edges on the Trident are raised a little higher, as I recall, than on the OtterBox. I would say that for protection, this is better on all scores.
679291
I can't compare because I don't have the Otterbox Defender. What I can say is that the New Trent is sturdy enough and the ipad fits snuggly in it, and having the back handle helps for carrying around. The stand is integrated, unlike the Otterbox which is a separate case. The stand/cover for the otterbox may help with extra protection for the screen, however, the IPad air screen is not glass so it is not as fragile as prior ones, the risk of a separate cover is the possibility of being left behind.
1022336
Same materials as the defender (I have a defender) , but definitely not as substantial. I was hesitant about getting anything less than the defender initially because I've dropped mine at least a dozen times with no issue but this one is the proper size for my wife and she's willing to take the chance. The biggest difference in the two different cases I think is the lack of coverage on the front of the phone. If you're worried about the glass breaking, the defender is definitely safer. You're going to have to weigh the pros and the cons of each design. Hope this helps.
1307118
Mine is almost identical to the otter box, but the rubber doesn't seem to fit as tight as the Otterbox
3620
It is considerably bulkier. The survivor has better protection for rugged use. If you want a case to protect the phone for normal use the Otter Box is fine & easier to carry.
1022338
I received my new Otterbox cover at the beginning of the week and already dropped it several times and without any damage. I did not have a defender but I used the commuter prior to this Otterbox and I believe it has the same protection level without the bulkiness.
109720
I am not very familiar with the otter box case. A friend of mine has one and from what I've seen his case offers more protection especially if the phone is dropped.
1601825
Actually the defender is more stronger but the inside plastic clips keeps breaking. The commuter is just the hard plastic on the outside unlike the defender which is in the inside the silicon. The commuter looks the same as the picture
1512077
I would say the otter box has more protection.because it is more sealed especially if you are looking for a all around out door case. But it is much more bulky. I have a trident case on my galaxy s4 I removed the plastic face cover and had the touch screen sprayed with a scratch resistant Guduru because pocket lint kept getting under at the ear piece notches. I had the defender on a Motorola and it was great a bit pricey but it got ran over but a tractor and survived but I worked outside more then and had a different type of work environment .hope this answers your qurstion.
842741
It depends on the amount of protection you want. I first had the commuter and it did its purpose for about 3 months and the plastic shield cracked on the bottom of the case. I liked the sleekness of it and it did not add a whole lot of bulk to my phone. I now have the defender and I honestly feel less worried about damage and the extra bulk is not that big of a deal. I also like the built in screen protector. Once you get used to the extra bulk it is definitely having that peace of mind that your phone is protected.
1819296
It is very similar to it. Both are tough. This one does have 2 layers. The plastic and rubber layers. Haven't checked otterbox, but this one has a hand wrap on the back which is a nice feature. No water resistance.
903689
No. Not at all. I have had several other cases, including the Otterbox, and feel this case is far superior.
194175
It is actually fairly similar, however otter boxes are obviously the most safe. It protects great though an is very sturdy!! I love this case!