is screen protector needed? can you use the touch fingerprint id with case on? is it ok for 5s? does ti compare to the otterbox defender on those?
851720
This slider case is not as good as the one I had for the I phone 4. I have I phone 5 and do not have the fingerprint id, so I cannot tell. After few falls it broke on the top corner. Now I have the otter box frustration free and it is far better quality and better protection for the phone. It is little more expensive but totally worth it. It is literally frustration free. Hope this helps in your selection.
851721
I like using screen protectors so that the screen does not get dirty fingerprints. I have the iphone 5 so i dont know about the fingerprint
851722
I have dropped my phone several times and this case has saved it! I do not use a screen protector. I can't speak to touch fingerprint for 5s as I have a 5. As the 5s is thinner, I think, it likely won't fit. I think it's a fine alternative to otterbox - depending on how often you drop your phone. If it's a regular occurrence, may be worth paying for otterbox. If it's usually safely in a pocket or purse, this works well.
851723
This case does not have a built in screen protector. The whole front of the phone is exposed. Thus the fingerprint ID works. But, the case does wrap the just a bit, creating a lip that protects the edges when the phone is set down. Personally, I've never used a screen protector and the phone glass has been fine for the year and a half that I've had my 5 and this case. Otterbox defender is not a comparable case. The defender is much, much bulkier and ugly though the otterbox is also much more ruggedized. These are cases for two completely different lifestyles. It's like trying to compare a german luxury car to a half ton truck. Both safe cars but for completely different jobs. Finally, I don't have a 5S but seeing as Apple says the 5 and the 5S are the same dimensionally, I'd imagine this case should also fit iphone 5S.
851724
no screen protector necessary, but if it falls in an awkward way you'll wish you did. The case will protect the edges of the screen so it will never hit the screen when falling flat to the ground. Should work fine with your 5s
616208
It will fit the 5s perfectly but it will cover the home button so the touch ID feature will not work.
2065590
I have the iPhone 5S with the Otter Box Defender and it fits. I ordered 2 for my phone to have an extra. One fits a little snug but will close fine sand with use will not be so snug. The second one was a little bigger and easy to fit. Hope this helps.
633518
This case completely covers the home button, so it is incompatible with the 5s. Case-mate makes an updated version which works with the fingerprint sensor. Look for that one instead.
1374372
I have a defender for my iPhone 5 and an armorbox for my son's 5C. They are similar, not the same. As others have said it is a whole phone case with screen protection. The difference is the rubber exterior. The defender has a rubber sleeve that fits over the plastic case. The armorbox has rubber integrated over shock points, but not the whole phone. They both are strong and will protect against drops.
73248
Thank you inquiring about our products. You will be able to use the fingerprint ID with the screen protector.Tech Armor Support
111542
Yes, it has the screen built into the case. It also has the TouchID protection. But screen protector quality is not good, it shows reflection/glares on some areas.
345011
You'll need to buy a screen protector, the PowerCase doesn't have one built in like the Otterbox Defender and others. I actually prefer the separate screen protector as my experience with the Defender is it scratches easily and looks terrible in a very short time.
741263
I assume you mean Otterbox? The Otterbox Defender adds way too much bulk for me! It more than doubles the thickness of the iPhone 5. The Incipio Dual Pro adds minimal thickness yet still provides a decent amount of protection with the 2 piece design. Hope this helps
2026834
I don't use the screen protectors. The screens are pretty tough to scratch and I feel that they diminish the quality of the screen. That being said, the screens are all the same on the iPhone 5s, 5c and 5 so it should fit.
437906
I don't have an Otterbox, but do have a pretty thin case, but find it's easier to insert/remove the iPhone 5s w/out the case. It can be done w/ the case, but it's a pain if you have to remove the phone quickly.
1067307
You may not need screen protector. The Smart case protects the screen as it snuggles over the iPAD so very well. I did need it. The Smart case is indeed SMART!
514187
I took the bait and bought. The only problem with this and the Nuud is with the home button. The protector adds enough thickness that you really have to bear down on the home button to get it to activate. The protector comes with home button"extruder" (stick ons that make the home button stick out). Putting one of those on makes the home button on the Nuud stick out too far, but not unbearably so. (P.S. Just noticed your question about the 5S. My answer relates to an iPhone 5, not 5S.)
1835767
There is a plastic cover over the entire front of the phone allowing it to be water resistant. The cover has a small cusion of air between it and the screen. The cover inhibits the fingerprint scanner on the 5s a little. I find it usuall works the second try.
959710
I have the 5s and the fingerprint scanner works just fine. Yes, the case overlaps the home button by a tiny bit but it does not restrict use of the button or fingerprint scanner for me.
1491056
I think so, with the case I have it has a protection screen but if u don't want a case u can order a screen protector from a company called armor suit its about 15 bucks but it has a lifetime warranty and it seems to be pretty rugged. I hope this has helped you out and I would suggest if u bought a iPad I'd buy the 3 warranty from square trade they have a no question policy if you break it.
1015057
Not in the slightest. I have the 5s. I'm unsure why people struggled with that. My case has held up well for the past two months. No complaints and love how cheap it was.