What is the difference between the Symmetry and the Commuter?
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Commuter is a two part case, flexible rubber with a hard shell exterior. We returned ours because one of the pieces was warped. The symmetry is a single solid piece. That has some flex(to get it on) but is very sturdy. In my opinion the symmetry is hands down better.
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Symmetry is an unibody structure making it slimmer and more pocket friendly, while the Commuter series is a two piece case making it bulky and not pocket friendly.
237165
The symmetry case its all one case and the commuter is two cases that come apart
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The Commuter series is a 2 layer case which includes a screen protector as well as a belt clip. The Symmetry Series is slim and just fits your phone. You have to buy an additional screen protector. I actually had the Defender series which is a 3 layer protection. I found it overtime to be quite bulky that is why I bought the Symmetry. It's as slim as your phone and comes in different colors and patterns. Hope this helps. You can also see all the series on Otterbox's website.
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I don't know the difference between them. Purchased mine fall of 2012. Works perfectly. I use mine exclusively for parking the bike upright in the garage after each ride. Cradle locks it in securely. No fear of it falling over.
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Commuter is soft rubbery insert with hard outer cover. Defender is opposite and with the soft rubbery outter cover it will become stretched out over time.
1770675
It looks similar. the only downside that the wheels were worn out in a month of frequent use on NYC streets. It is the best so far considering the design and comfort ( for my needs).
1154321
Running dynamics statistics are the differences, but not worth the money. The 610 have more features like bike mode and customs workouts.
553206
I own this bike, don't know the difference between models but happy with my purchase.The only thing this bike is a bit heavy and make you slower and at the same time gives you a good work out.�
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Definitely. Not as bulky and still provides great protection! I'm glad I chose this case... i also considered the commuter but decided to pay the extra money for the nicer look.
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There is no difference. For otterbox cases (for the Samsung Galaxy Note 2's) ... there are two truly different styles of protection ... the Defender (which you are interested in--and gives the most protection) and the Commuter series (which has a different case make up and does not include the holster). I actually have the Glacier (white/gray), the black/gray and the black/black .. they are all the same defenders.
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I have both, as far as I can tell there is no difference. They both work the same. Buy whichever cost less. I think it's more of a style thing...
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Defender is more heavy duty. It is thicker and can take drops without blinking. The Commuter is skinnier, lighter and not as protective. I chose the Commuter as it fits in my pocket easier. If you are hard on your phone then go with the Defender.
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They seem very similar to me. A difference I do notice is one has a control knob you can spin to adjust the time and the other has a touch sensor that does not move to adjust the time similar to a smart phone's touch screen.
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I'm thrown off by the numbers posted. But, I would definitely go with the defender series. It has a built in screen. In my opinion it's the best choice. (The commuter doesn't have a protective screen)
606111
As far as I know there are no other differences. I love my brushless version though, would highly recommend it over the brushed version.
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Defender series offers a little more protection. Also, the defender series has a built in screen protector instead of a stick on screen protector on the commuter series.
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Hi! There are a few design changes, most notably in the locking mechanism and the cradles where the bikes are mounted to. The locking mechanism has been improved to further deter theft and continue to make this one of the easiest and versatile carriers on the market. Thanks!
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No. Only the Defender series has that. Commuter series is more basic, but it works great!
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The Defender is more heavy duty, larger in general, much bulkier, designed to withstand a lot of wear and tear. The Commuter is much slimmer, more streamlined, easier to fit in a pocket, etc.