It appears that the Commuter case does not have protection for the charging port, while the Defender does. Is this a drawback?
760352
It doesn't seem to be a problem however I have only had the case for a few months and I still have the cover over the charging port that is attached to the phone
760353
No and yes, because initially, the phone comes with its own cover for the charging port. The defender series is more rugged, and it's built for people who really drop their phone a lot. If you broke your cover for the charging port, then yes it is a drawback.
750454
The defender has a better screen protector as it's a hard plastic cover over screen. The defender is a bigger thicker box. The commuter is slimmer but there is no real screen cover as it is a sheet of plastic you have to press on the screen. My screen cover started rolling on the edges after two weeks. Neither boxes are waterproof. I'd rather have the more bulkier defender box.
1650099
I have the defender, and it's fine, the commuter is thinner, so it will be OK, I also have the spigen neo hybrid, which is similar to the commuter, and it fits perfectly, so there shouldn't be a problem
789697
The defender series is larger and offers more protection. The commuter series is more mobile but still offers a great deal of protection.
2105506
This product does work through Otterbox Commuter. I have not tried it with a defender. I would recommend the commuter with tempered glass screen protector over the defender. The commuter is more slim fits in either a mans or a woman's pocket and provides drop protection better than anything I have seen other than the defender. There is no case that will protect from face first drop from any height if it hits a rock. SO make sure the tempered glass is installed. Remember case is to mostly protect the phone body. The tempered screen protector will protect against piercing blows to the screen.
157516
I can't answer that. I have the defender, not the commuter. I'm not sure why Amazon guided you to me. I never purchased the commuter. Sorry and good luck!
1719434
The two I bought were both used on phones kept in Otter Box Defender cases and worked beautifully. I'm not familiar with the Commuter case, but can't see why it wouldn't. Hope this helps!
1180785
The otter commuter is a much lighter case. The belt clip your inquiry about is for the defender which is a bit more bulky. So to answeryour question I don't believe so I'm almost certain of it. Hope this was helpful. Ed
1601823
My wife has a Defender for her SII and the phone cover appears the same but the Defender also came with a belt clip and a plastic cover (she does not use either) which my commuter does not have.
842742
They're like comparing apples & oranges. Both are good in their own right. Depends on your need. Defender is bulkier, more rugged. Could be dropped more. Not so, the commuter, which is slimmer & lighter, good for a pocket, etc. Also, the commuter lends itself to easily & quickly connecting to a charging dock, speakers, etc. I had to use a cable extender.
2229162
Honestly not sure of the differences myself, but I have the Defender series and it has held up well. Even a horse kicking it didn't damage my phone or much of the case
128796
Defender Series has more of case like feature that you slip the phone behind versus the commuter that has a screen protector you lay on top. However, the biggest disappointment for me was how the commuter series wallet version was impossible to pull out the wallet type function.
264811
The defender has 3 layers of protectant and has a clear builtin screen. The commuter is only 2 layers and does not have a clear builtin screen
654103
Defender series has a touchscreen cover as well as case / Commuter only has a case cover.
750451
The Defender series are big and clunky, covering every surface of the phone. It also has a clear plastic piece attached to the front part of the case that covers the screen. This is the Commuter series which covers all the sides and the back, no front cover, but comes with a screen film. I prefer the Commuter because of the size of the Defender series.
2105508
This product does work through Otterbox Commuter. I have not tried it with a defender. I would recommend the commuter with tempered glass screen protector over the defender. The commuter is more slim fits in either a mans or a woman's pocket and provides drop protection better than anything I have seen other than the defender. There is no case that will protect from face first drop from any height if it hits a rock. SO make sure the tempered glass is installed. Remember case is to mostly protect the phone body. The tempered screen protector will protect against piercing blows to the screen. This product does work through Otterbox Commuter. I have not tried it with a defender. I would recommend the commuter with tempered glass screen protector over the defender. The commuter is more slim fits in either a mans or a woman's pocket and provides drop protection better than anything I have seen other than the defender. There is no case that will protect from face first drop from any height if it hits a rock. SO make sure the tempered glass is installed. Remember case is to mostly protect the phone body. The tempered screen protector will protect against piercing blows to the screen.
1258917
I'm thrown off by the numbers posted. But, I would definitely go with the defender series. It has a built in screen. In my opinion it's the best choice. (The commuter doesn't have a protective screen)