Does this case protect against drops or just scratches?
1028057
Just scratches. It's paper thin. The only reason to get this is you want light scratch protection, and maybe you want to slide it into a tight fitting sleeve. It's definitely not for drop protection.
1526121
The case has a matte finish on it that seems to avoid scratches. It's not a hard plastic, so it flexes just enough with what it touches. On the previous case I had for my 4S, the only scratch came from a key (from being in the same pocket). I used that case for at least a year, if that tells you anything.
432386
Not at all! It's been in my pocket, in my purse with other things. I've even dropped a few times (not on purpose). There is no sign of any scratches!
666130
I have dropped it but usually when I am sitting and the fall is not so dire. However, I find the protective cover to be one of the best I've had. Even if it falls directly on the screen, enough of a buffer is in place from the outer cover to shield it from touching any surface. It has a soft rubber case that is covered entirely by a hard cover case. Based on my own experience I would recommend it.
1060710
Not at all! Has a great grip, and GREAT protection, I like many people dropped my phone many times and not a single scratche, and an amazing style all my friends love how it looks. worth your money!
1158627
Hi there! This is a snap-on case. The case does protect from the dings and dents of everyday use, as it encloses the back and sides fully; yet is not designed to cushion from excessive drops, especially drops to hard surfaces.
1841799
It will prevent your phone from scratches but I have one of the thin screen protectors on my phone to protect the screen. Seriously a great case has protected my phone from cracking due to numerous drops by little kids.
1284129
You need to buy a screen protector for the front so it doesn't get scratched, but it will protect it from drops
777921
The case barely changes the weight of the phone, it's very thin and doesn't add any bulk at all. And it will protect your case from minor falls. I was thinking just like you when I bought this case, wanted something to at least get the job done without feeling like I had a brick in my pocket, and this case does that job. Hope I answered your question!
777919
Then this is the case for you. I forget it even has a case on it most of the time. And I have dropped it a few times now with no probs heck when it falls now I don't even worry about it, best part is it is just a bit taller then the screen so when laying down it protects the screen as well
1116030
All corners are protected. I dropped my phone a couple of times and the corners were scratched but not the phone. Very good case.
270751
I don't think the phone has had any major drops with this case. The main purpose of the case is to protect the phone from scratches. However it will protect it from drops onto rough surfaces. I have a similar cover and my phone still looks new even though it has seen some bumps.
1255286
Sorry, I haven't tested a drop yet! However, it does seem to be a very protective case.
2167742
I have dropped it several times. One time was from a store counter and slide all the way across my store and still survived. Not a scratch. I highly recommend it for how cheap it is.
614486
I have dropped my phone MULTIPLE TIMES! No problems - no cracks - no scratches. I do have a rubberized case as well
1443606
Scratches yes, as it covers the back. I don't think it will provide great protection on falls, as it's pretty thin.
1984621
The screen is covered by a layer of clear plastic. Not sure it will protect it much against impacts but will protect from scratches.