how much better does the otter defender protect the screen from breakage than the reflex does?
1999728
I don't know if it protects it better or differently....I would offer that the reflex series is two pieces that snap together whereas the defender series for the mini is one piece. Both the reflex and defender have a sturdy cover/stand.
1999729
100% better, No screen protector I returned mine. Completely happy w the defender cover
1999730
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.
1999731
I m not sure but I have the defender case for my iPhone 4S and it has a thin plastic screen that goes over the screen. So maybe the defender iPad case has the same. I like mine without the plastic screen cover. I always slip the flex cover back on my iPad when I'm finished using it.
1999732
I have not used the reflex series, but I will say I have dropped this on the floor and it does protect the screen.
1999733
The reflex does not have a cover over the screen. The protection it gives is impact protection. Like letting it slip off the desk, Also it is so much easier to hold onto. You know how slippery an unprotected iPad is. My iPad just does not take the beating that my iPhone does so I have never had a problem with screen damage.
1041582
I have not noticed any issue at all. I actually have a screen protector on my phone as well that I applied while waiting for my otter and was worried it would effect the touch screen but I honestly have had no issue either with games or typing. I would recommend the defender to any1. My only issue is that I need a different color now that I bought a black and red Harley, lol
861769
Yea it's pretty much the same. The rubber case that goes around the outside has a bit of a lip, that gets hung up on your pocket sometimes. But I also have a real otter box and it does that as well. And the plastic screen is just as touch sensitive also. Only really experienced a problem with it playing a game injustice gods among us because you have to hit close to the rims of the case. Otherwise it is great.
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.
235639
The rubber ring around the edge protrudes about 4 mm in the front to protect it in case it falls on the screen side. But it's just barely enough for a minor drop. I recommend buying those tempered glass screen covers. They go on so easily and they are pretty tough. Much more protective than those plastic film savers that I could never get on perfectly. I got the tempered glass saver on perfectly on the first try! And it does not interfere with the touch sensitivity.
189061
by 20 dollars im assuming you mean the commuter, and i dont quite understand your question. It covers the same areas as the defender the defender is just thicker and and offers more protection it covers the entire phone except the screen which they give you a screen protector hope that answers the question
789694
They both are great with amount of protection that they provide. The only difference is that the Defender Series comes with a built in screen protector.
2124509
Defender has bigger shell hence bulkier. Usually come with protective lens (made of clear plastic) so you don't need another screen protector.
2229160
The defender series has a built in screen protector and the commuter does not. Also the defender series is quite a bit more bulky
273602
I think they're both the same size only difference is that the defender series is more heavier duty. And gives more protection. That's what I was told by someone.
1038794
Yes, we have it for both (I manage over 100 lines with Android phones). Best balance of protection VS bulk. Covers the screen without sensor interference (has cutouts) and the harder rubber doesn't get flacid/stretchy like the Otters. Relatively inexpensive, and fairly good looking.
2229161
the big difference is the holster that comes with the defender. they offer the same features other than the holster. after about a few months (five for me, three for my daughter) it starts to get loose around the edges. cant recall if the commuter has a builtin screen protector.
1266539
I'm not sure, we bought both the Defender and the Commuter. The Defender has a plastic screen protector built in to it, the Commuter does not but I'm just as happy with it. I did buy a heavy duty canvas case/clip that works great as well. It has a metal clip to it so I know it wont break easily. We use plastic clips for our work cell phones and they break all the time. I did find that the Commuter series had more color choices whick is what I was looking for. The green makes it so easy to find when I'm home. I have dropped it a couple of times and you really cant tell. It held up nicely.
2236082
It more protects from scratches than cracks from drops. There are cutouts for the sensors and does not interfere with the touchscreen at all.
2145707
Defender is thicker w/ built in screen protector. Hard plastic on the inside silicon on the outer layer. And it comes with a belt clip / phone stand. Commuter has no built in screen protector silicon is on the inside hard plastic outer layer. And no clipI have cracked my screen (not severly) even w/ the commuter
160154
It's thicker than just a plastic snap back style, but not as thick and bulky as the defender. It has two layers, the rubber casing goes on first and then the hard plastic fits over that. It makes it shockproof and with as many times as I've dropped my phone it's protected it well!
1969863
I really do not see much difference. The armor screen protector has a matte finish which is less reflective. I see that as an advantage.