what is the difference between standard and frustration-free packaging?
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My OtterBox came in frustration free packing. All the factory packaging and documentation had been removed. It was shipped in a bubble padded Manila envelope.
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Standard may be more difficult to open frustration -free is simple but protective
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It ships in a cardboard box that doesn't have all sorts of adds on it, but does say "frustration free packaging". This box is easy to wrap as a gift, doesn't communicate to the kids what exactly is inside, and is easy to open. The actual box that you see in the product picture is inside the cardboard box that says "frustration free packaging". I wish all children's gifts were so easy to wrap and open. Everything else that people have said about the pieces being easy to store in the original packaging is also true.
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Just easier to unpack. Something like this it probably wouldn't make much difference. Things like batteries, etc that are packaged in those hard plastic holders is another story. Personally, if the cost is the same as stated below, I would always opt for the frustration-free. ;-)
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Frustrating free packaging is when you don't need heavy duty scissors and tools to get the toy out of the box and you can play with immediately. Retail package is when it take twenty minutes to release the toy from the box that it came in due to all the screws, ties, straps etc. and strength.
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My sets came in the straight packing box with dividers instead of the fancy box in the packing box.Kind like bulk buying. I think that is what it means "frustration-free" packaging.
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Frustration-Fee packaging contains less plastic blister packed items that are difficult to open. It is recycled material. All manufactured pieces are included. It's just easier to open and easier on the environment.
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You ask a good question and one that I posed to Amazon before making this purchase recently. Unfortunately, Amazon staff could not provide clarity, but I'm pleased to let you know that the item comes perfectly sealed from Apple. In this case, what frustration free packaging means is simply that the item comes in a box specifically made to support (protect) this item in transit. That's all. I'm very pleased that the item was in the same condition it would have been in had I purchased it directly from Apple.
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Frustration free packaging is the reduced overall amount of packing materials used.
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Frustration free packaging means you do not break nails or the product nor do you have to search for heavy duty tools or an assortment of various neighbors to help remove the product from it's protective wrap. I would guess that retail packaging is the opposite of the frustration free. The kind that has been popping up more often which is nearly impossible to open, but the product stays intact for shipping and can be considerably lighter in weight. I would also guess that standard packaging is what consumers have been accustomed to over the years. Easy to open, but doesn't hold up anywhere nearly as well and more subject to the product being damaged. perhaps others have differing opinions. Frustration free packaging means you do not break nails or the product nor do you have to search for heavy duty tools or an assortment of various neighbors to help remove the product from it's protective wrap. I would guess that retail packaging is the opposite of the frustration free. The kind that has been popping up more often which is nearly impossible to open, but the product stays intact for shipping and can be considerably lighter in weight. I would also guess that standard packaging is what consumers have been accustomed to over the years. Easy to open, but doesn't hold up anywhere... » Read More Frustration free packaging means you do not break nails or the product nor do you have to search for heavy duty tools or an assortment of various neighbors to help remove the product from it's protective wrap. I would guess that retail packaging is the opposite of the frustration free. The kind that has been popping up more often which is nearly impossible to open, but the product stays intact for shipping and can be considerably lighter in weight. I would also guess that standard packaging is what consumers have been accustomed to over the years. Easy to open, but doesn't hold up anywhere nearly as well and more subject to the product being damaged. perhaps others have differing opinions. « Show Less
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In case anyone else is wondering about the frustration free packaging and rebate, I can report that I just received the rebate in a prepaid visa card. I had ordered the frustration free packaging, I cut out the big UPC label on the box, and also printed the invoice from the amazon website. It seems that everything worked out.
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I just received my order and it came in a plain brown amazon box. It is a christmas gift and i'm not happy about a 2 year old opening the wrapping paper to find a box with no picture. Didn't realize it defaults to frustration free packaging. If it is a gift, make sure you select standard packaging.
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About Amazon Certified Frustration-Free Packaging Amazon.com works with manufacturers to box products in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging, which reduces the overall amount of packing materials used. Amazon Certified Frustration-Free Packaging is recyclable and comes without excess packaging materials. The product inside is the same, and everything is included in the Certified Frustration-Free Packaging that would be in the original manufacturer's packaging. These packages are usually shipped in the original packaging directly to you. To send a gift and keep the contents of your package a surprise, select the gift option during checkout (if available). For more information about Amazon Certified Frustration-Free Packaging and eligible items, go to Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging .
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"Frustration-Free Packaging is an Amazon initiative designed to alleviate "wrap rage" by featuring products in recyclable boxes that are easy to open and contain fewer excess materials." That's from Amazon's FAQ: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=200404820I choose it when offered because the boxes really are easier to open, are eco-friendly, and don't have all the excess packing material inside so there's less waste. It is a marketing tool for sellers and a benefit for customers - at least I think so. "Frustration-Free Packaging is an Amazon initiative designed to alleviate "wrap rage" by featuring products in recyclable boxes that are easy to open and contain fewer excess materials." That's from Amazon's FAQ: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=200404820I choose it when offered because the boxes really are easier to open, are eco-friendly, and don't have all the excess packing material inside so there's less waste. It is a marketing tool for sellers... » Read More "Frustration-Free Packaging is an Amazon initiative designed to alleviate "wrap rage" by featuring products in recyclable boxes that are easy to open and contain fewer excess materials." That's from Amazon's FAQ: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=200404820I choose it when offered because the boxes really are easier to open, are eco-friendly, and don't have all the excess packing material inside so there's less waste. It is a marketing tool for sellers and a benefit for customers - at least I think so. « Show Less
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Standard packaging is a pain to get open; usually plastic sealed around the edges, pieces difficult to get out of pkg. Frustration free packaging is easy open.
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Standard packaging is the thick, secured plastic packaging you may find at a local store. It's the packaging you have to use some super scissors or a razor blade to cut through...and hopefully not slicing your finger. Hence, the frustration-free packaging which is a cheaper packaging. If you owned a store front, you may want to get the standard packaging to minimize people stealing your product...however, if you are like me who is just buying the product...it's a nice alternative that reduces your cost of the exact same product.
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Frustration free is like a package where you get your item straight out of the box where in retail packaging, you get the otterbox retail packaging itself as if you bought it from a retail store. Hope this helped
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The one with packaging is the same as the one without. It may appear it looks different, but based on my memory they are the same.