Is the screen well protected? As protected as the iphone5 defender series?
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I can't answer for the iphone defender series- But on this otterbox defender- dust still gets up under the screen cover, my dogs hairs still gets under, moisture as well- But in all, I am pleased with it. I have dropped my phone a few times and it has protected my phone .
393107
I had a Defender as well. This does have a good lip so you can lay it down screen side and it does not touch the surface. Have had this a couple months and really like it!
319785
So far... Yes. The Otterbox is on my daughters iPhone and she is very active. Dropped a couple of times with no damage. To date the Otterbox stands up to its reputation.I hope this helps with your inquiry.
1449523
It was recommended to me by someone who has one and they are very happy with it. I bought this one but decided to much of the phone was exposed. It does have the raised edge to keep screen from touching surfaces. I just wasn't convinced phone would be protected. I chose the wallet style case.
1443603
It does protect. A defender case would protect better for a child or circumstances like that. This one is elegant and light but sill protects the iPad.
802159
I don't protect the screen. I've never had a problem with screen damage on any phone I've had. If you are concerned, you will need to find a case that accomodates the larger back.
902398
There isn't anything that protects the screen while you are using it. The overall protection for the sides and back is great, and when you snap on the cover, it's quite well protected, but you need to take the cover off to play, and then your screen is unprotected. I was concerned about this when I bought it, but I've not had any issues so far.
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Yes, but the hardframe is on the outside with and the inside is soft rubbery material like the outside of the defender. The soft material sticks out the corners of the shell. It works great for slipping in and out of jean pockets. The I-Phone 5 does not need a screen protector as the glass used is scratch proof. The gentleman at the Apple Store took out his keys and proved it when I questioned him.
104398
Not really. The screen protects it from scratches and whatnot. My iPad2 had a broken screen as well and i had to fix it first
577166
I can't say for sure. But, it doesn't seem any worse than my Otterbox defender series. I don't have any issues with it. Hope that helps!
374890
In my experience the built in screen protection is top notch my phone has taken two big hits to the screen (roughly two pounds falling from a foot and a quarter at work)
666690
Yes, I'm using it with my iPhone 5. I bought a glass screen protector at Verizon, and a leather holster case with clip for when walking my dog, and it's still lighter than the Defender case I used previously.
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Hey Rachel, I recently broke the front screen when my iphone had fallen on hard surface (facing front screen). This cover could still protect if it had fallen facin bak surface. So this is definitely not comparable to Otterbox.
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.
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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)
1105306
Very. The phone feels very solid in my hands. It has exactly the right amount of protection to guard against drops. It really is the best case I've ever owned.
1374370
Not familiar with Defender series....yes, the entire phone is in the case and totally protected. The screen included. The company has a very easy to understand video to help you get the phone in the case. If I can do it so can you....I am 71!