how do these compare against the otterbox defender ?
1980990
I never owned a otter box but this case with a protective screen protector is just as safe and it slims it down. It's light sturdy and feels awesome plus it doesn't get caught in your pockets lining
1980991
I'm not sure whether the Defender is the same Otterbox I had before, but I exchanged it for this Spigen. Otterbox is an excellent product in terms of safety - I've dropped my phone from my pocket (about 1.2 m off the ground) onto concrete and it just bounced, zero damage. However, it is a bit on the heavy side and esthetically Spigen has it beat hands down. I have dropped my phone a few times while in the Spigen case onto my hardwood floor and it hasn't been damaged. Another detail: Otterbox makes the phone somewhat bulkier, so it is harder to operate with one hand.
1980992
I love this case. I don't know about otterbox cases because i don't like the thickness but with this case i have dropped the phone on concrete, carpet, rolled it diwn the driveway by accident and nothing ever happens to the phone. No dents, scratches or anything. The only problem is that the paint on the case itself wears away amd you get white around the edges. It will protect your phone though
1982583
Very easy to remove and install. Actually easier to use than the Otterbox Defender. Not sure how it will effect wearing it out by doing so repeatively. The build quality would lead me to believe that it should hold up well.
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
1482090
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
975167
I have no experience with a defender case so I can't compare. What I can say thought is that it's a bit stiky but if you are serious about protecting your phone there is nothing better. From now on I will first check if otterbox or lifeproff makes a case for the phone I want andthen buy it Hope that helps
264809
The defender has a plastic screen protector built in to the plastic inner layer, the commuter simply comes with an adhesive screen protector that is separate. Visibility is better with the commuter's protecter, but the Defender's is thicker, more protective, and less reflective.
1291935
My 2 sons had Otterbox Defenders and both switched. They used to have to take the cases apart to clean the phone weekly. The Ballistic does not allow dust because it has a seal to prevent it. The shock levels are better. They love it.
1513128
Its better than an otterbox commuter but not as good as the defender series.
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
1982096
I found the commuter to be more slimline than the defender but both work the same in protecting my galaxy. I liked the defender more but it is bulkier ( I use a belt holster to house it)
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.
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.
2124509
Defender has bigger shell hence bulkier. Usually come with protective lens (made of clear plastic) so you don't need another screen protector.
2124512
The Defender is more heavy duty, larger in general, much bulkier, designed to withstand a lot of wear and tear. The Commuter is much slimmer, more streamlined, easier to fit in a pocket, etc.
1350862
The defender is a more complex case. It is designed to take greater damage. If you drop your phone a lot, like I do, then get the defender. If you want just some protection, but not get too bulky, then get the commuter. I would warn you about the cases for the galaxy s3. The defender's outer shell loses its elasticity very easy. The phone is still protected well.
654107
The Defender is more protective, and more bulky. It also comes with a belt clip. The Commuter is a slimmer, but very protective case. Still protects the phone from drops and falls, just not from extreme heights!
2248829
well I would post that probably better equipped to answer that than I. Defender is more expensive so you gotta figure the drop protection is better but personally I think you'd have be awfully rough on a phone for it to provide much added benefit