Does this case also protect the phone like other cell phone cases in case it is dropped? Also, does it add a lot of bulk or weight?
1465560
It won't protect the phone and yes it adds bulk. I only use it when I'm actively using a wireless charger. This phone would be so much better if the wireless charging was built in.
1328497
It is similar to lifeproof or otterbox cases. I do not think it is overly thick but does provide great protection of the phone. If you are looking for something more light weight this may not be the one. But if you are looking for a case that provides excellent protection to the phone this may be for you. As others have mentioned too, it is smooth enough to be able to slide in and out of you pocket.
120046
Yes, it does. I like it a lot , but it's very heavy. The case probably weighs as much as the phone .
2175614
It adds almost zero bulk & yes, it does look like part of the phone when it's installed. It fits very snug to the phone. If only I could use a screen protector with it :-(
350173
i have not had either of those cases. But I have dropped my phone with this case and have not had any problems.
863943
A little. But it does not add bulk. I have had mine for a few months and love it. I got it because I did not want to hide the look of the phone. It is a good product.
1928896
Just like the others I'm not sure what your asking. The case isn't meant to protect the phone at all. It's only use is to charge the phone. The only cases that actually protect the phone would be the otterbox style cases.
1291426
It causes the phone to weigh down a bit but I think its lighter than an otterbox. I love this case, best one I have ever bought, and I would buy another one!!
1837399
it's lest than a pound, some thing like .63 oz its not that heavy of a case, but when I add my phone to it it's just a little over a pound, it just makes things look bulky, but I like the feel of it and makes gripping my phone easier, so less drops. Hope that helps.
2081456
HI Tiffany! Yes the case holds up very well and protects it like a Otterbox. It was just was too big and bulky for my taste. Hope this helps!!
1268938
Yes, it makes it considerably more bulky, all cases of this sort add a fair bit of bulk.But what choice do you have? the s4 feels like you could break it in your hand without a case, they keep making phones slimmer necessitating a need for bulky protection.
1166018
It protects it greatly. The sides are very spongy so when phone falls ( if you happen to let fall purposely), it will be well protected. I have never dropped my phone but there is always a first time for everything right?
1449421
Not bulky at all. It keeps the phone slim looking. The screen protector it came with seems good. I put my phone everywhere and I have dropped it more than a few times and it doesnt have any scratches yet. I actually ran over it and there is no visible damage to either the case or phone, there was a surface scratch on the pink part but it has gone away. Id recommend it.
1291428
The case is light. Like others have said it does add bulk. However, you get added protection because of that. If you are a frequent phone dropper (FPD) this is a good purchase. I got it for my wife because she is a FPD. For myself I like slim cases and I went with something more minimalist.
1215705
I have dropped my phone and the case does provide protection. The case may come apart, but the phone was better protected than without the cover. If you are prone to dropping your phone, you may want to consider one of the bulkier cases.
1628797
Depends on what you consider bulky. To me it is a little bit bulky since it is assembled from three parts and the height of case front exceeds the phone screen a little, which probably 100% protects the screen if you drop it. It looks very bulky but it's very light, though.
1244165
It doesn't add a lot of thickness to the phone a whole lot and it's not that heavy either. It is a lot better compared to some of the other cases I've tried.