How does this compare to the Otterbox Defender?
1291931
He said there is slim cover for ballistic too. He also mentioned looking into the lifecase but he has not used it.
1291932
When I was shopping for a case I found that Otterbox was overpriced when compared to the Ballistic for no better protection. This case has proven to be everything I need in a solid protective case with or without the rubber outer cover.
1291933
When the removable outer cover of the Ballistic is removed, it's the same size as the Defender from what I see. I like having the extra 2 layers of protection w/the Ballistic and how it's raised more than the Defender w/the extra cover and protects better when dropped. I think the Otterbox is much more attractive and almost bought it for that reason. But our grandkids like to play w/my iPhone, and I don't mind w/it in a heavy-duty case.
1291934
The otterbox is still partially open which can allow water damage. If you take the phone out of the ballistic case it does not stretch out bc it is a clip assembly but the otterbox over time loses its form fittingness if you take it off. The otterbox is more sleek than the otterbox but if you leave the last protective covering off the ballistic covered phone it will be comparable in size. My husband leaves the last cover off bc it is less.bulky but it still protects his phone and I swear he drops it all.the time.
1291935
My 2 sons had Otterbox Defenders and both switched. They used to have to take the cases apart to clean the phone weekly. The Ballistic does not allow dust because it has a seal to prevent it. The shock levels are better. They love it.
1980991
I'm not sure whether the Defender is the same Otterbox I had before, but I exchanged it for this Spigen. Otterbox is an excellent product in terms of safety - I've dropped my phone from my pocket (about 1.2 m off the ground) onto concrete and it just bounced, zero damage. However, it is a bit on the heavy side and esthetically Spigen has it beat hands down. I have dropped my phone a few times while in the Spigen case onto my hardwood floor and it hasn't been damaged. Another detail: Otterbox makes the phone somewhat bulkier, so it is harder to operate with one hand.
537699
My husband has a Defender and I think his case is actually easier to remove than the commuter case. However, it's a smaller case (by 1/8inch-ish in each dimension) and stays cleaner than the Defender so you may not have to take it off at all. The outside is hard plastic unlike the Defender which has the rubber on the outside so the commuter doesn't pick up dirt/dust. I've been using it for over a month and it still looks brand new. Hope this helps!
750452
Defender has more parts and belt clip. By more parts I mean is very well protected and has outside cover that is made of rubber so it doesn't slide and it has plastic cover in front. However it makes is bigger and doesn't fit well in locker due to the runner cover and the size. The commuter is very stylish and thin-has 2 parts: rubber on site and plastic outside. The cons are it slides vey far and slips out of hands where defender doesn't. So each one has pros and cons. I just bought commuter and I didn't like it much just because I've dropped it at least. 20 x I'm the last 3 days that I've had it. I'm really afraid one one day when it falls out of my hands or slips the screen will just crack. Defender has more parts and belt clip. By more parts I mean is very well protected and has outside cover that is made of rubber so it doesn't slide and it has plastic cover in front. However it makes is bigger and doesn't fit well in locker due to the runner cover and the size. The commuter is very stylish and thin-has 2 parts: rubber on site and plastic outside. The cons are it slides vey far and slips out of hands where defender doesn't. So each one has pros and cons. I just bought commuter and I didn't like it much just because I've dropped it at least. 20 x I'm the last 3 days that I've... » Read More Defender has more parts and belt clip. By more parts I mean is very well protected and has outside cover that is made of rubber so it doesn't slide and it has plastic cover in front. However it makes is bigger and doesn't fit well in locker due to the runner cover and the size. The commuter is very stylish and thin-has 2 parts: rubber on site and plastic outside. The cons are it slides vey far and slips out of hands where defender doesn't. So each one has pros and cons. I just bought commuter and I didn't like it much just because I've dropped it at least. 20 x I'm the last 3 days that I've had it. I'm really afraid one one day when it falls out of my hands or slips the screen will just crack. « Show Less
1552897
The Defender is very bulky and the Commuter is all I need to keep my phone safe. It has a soft inner case and a hard outer case. It keeps the screen off flat surfaces. If you are carrying it in your pocket the Defender will take up a lot of room. The Commuter comes with a screen protective film but there are better ones out there like Zagg.
505597
No, the commuter screen protector is more flexible therefore it appears to be not as thick. Seems to offer very good if not same protection though. The commuter is lighter packing, not so plasticky. The front has a cleaner view of the entire face and the defender covers the top and bottom quarters. Thanks for asking. Good Luck! :)
264808
Commuter has a cruddy screen protector that is a separate piece that you'll throw away after a week and buy one from skinomi or zagg. The defender has a screen protector as part of the case permanently. It feels like a garbage bag. It's annoying. I'd get the commuter and a Skinomi or zagg.
789696
The Defender has a built-in clear cover over the screen so there is no need for a screen protector and most of them come with a belt clip that the phone sits in. The Commuter is just a hard case that covers the back and the edges of the front of the phone. If your looking for something compact, go with the Commuter. If it doesn't matter to you how big your phone feels then, go with the Defender.
750454
The defender has a better screen protector as it's a hard plastic cover over screen. The defender is a bigger thicker box. The commuter is slimmer but there is no real screen cover as it is a sheet of plastic you have to press on the screen. My screen cover started rolling on the edges after two weeks. Neither boxes are waterproof. I'd rather have the more bulkier defender box.
1266539
I'm not sure, we bought both the Defender and the Commuter. The Defender has a plastic screen protector built in to it, the Commuter does not but I'm just as happy with it. I did buy a heavy duty canvas case/clip that works great as well. It has a metal clip to it so I know it wont break easily. We use plastic clips for our work cell phones and they break all the time. I did find that the Commuter series had more color choices whick is what I was looking for. The green makes it so easy to find when I'm home. I have dropped it a couple of times and you really cant tell. It held up nicely.
2107804
it has a rubber piece that goes around the phone and a hard plastic shell that locks it in place. I believe it is of better quality than the defender. I have dropped and thrown my phone without any damage. also the port holes are covered which keeps out dust.
1022338
I received my new Otterbox cover at the beginning of the week and already dropped it several times and without any damage. I did not have a defender but I used the commuter prior to this Otterbox and I believe it has the same protection level without the bulkiness.
1238224
I have both the OtterBox Defender for iPhone 4 and the new 4S products and my opinion is "mostly". The OtterBox Defender "Universal" offered here on Amazon does appear to fit snugly and fully functional with the iPhone 4S BUT the opening for the ringer switch puts it close to the hard plastic support. Amazon is also pretty cheap compared to the new case offered by OtterBox directly. The new Defender for the 4S features a tougher rubber outer cover and larger openings for the forward and rear facing cameras. Are these features worth the approx $40 difference? Up to you.
467035
The Defender is bulkier, it offers a little more protection than the commuter series . The commuter is perfect for my daily needs.
679291
I can't compare because I don't have the Otterbox Defender. What I can say is that the New Trent is sturdy enough and the ipad fits snuggly in it, and having the back handle helps for carrying around. The stand is integrated, unlike the Otterbox which is a separate case. The stand/cover for the otterbox may help with extra protection for the screen, however, the IPad air screen is not glass so it is not as fragile as prior ones, the risk of a separate cover is the possibility of being left behind.
2055940
I've had both the Otterbox and the UAG. I like the UAG better. It;s slimmer than the OB and offers the same level of protection, and it's WAY easier to get off if yo uahve to pull the batter or something. In terms of grip, you should have no issues with the UAG.
1176305
Nothing like the otterbox. I have the Otterbox commuter case as well, and the seidio has a larger footprint, because of the seal around the phone. Plus, the otterbox isn't waterproof.