How does this case compare to the new 5s otterbox defender case?
2013076
I cannot say as I didn't like the defender case, the reviews are online. The Reflex is the ONLY case that splits in half and can be very easily removed /or put on, or turned around to protect the front. I like it for that reason, as do others who recommended it to us.
2013077
In my opinion the Defender case is a better case and offers more protection.
1257392
Yes, I had the one for the 4s as well. The only difference from the 4s case to the 5 is that the rubber part is just a bumper. It goes around the edges of the phone but doesn't cover the back. The hard plastic covers the back. It protects just as well as the 4s case.
194175
It is actually fairly similar, however otter boxes are obviously the most safe. It protects great though an is very sturdy!! I love this case!
45086
I tried otterbox before, the quality of any otterbox product is higher... I don't complain about this case, but otterbox has better overall quality...
777371
To be honest I've never held the otterbox on the s5 active, I'd would say they are similar just going by the construction.
1533758
I have not used the otterbox. When I first looked at it the clear face seemes cheap so I opted for the griffin. The clip only lasted a week and to take it on and off it would catch on the face plate of the case and unsnap it. I would not recomend this case. I just recently started usiung a Ballistic case for the 5c and I love it. The only down fall for this case is there are only a few colors to choose from. But this is the case with any cases for the 5c, very limited. The clip for the ballistic is similar the the otter box and the face plate is wrapped by the side covers. A much better design. Especially if you are lookng for a good case with a good clip. I have not used the otterbox. When I first looked at it the clear face seemes cheap so I opted for the griffin. The clip only lasted a week and to take it on and off it would catch on the face plate of the case and unsnap it. I would not recomend this case. I just recently started usiung a Ballistic case for the 5c and I love it. The only down fall for this case is there are only a few colors to choose from. But this is the case with any cases for the 5c, very limited. The clip for the ballistic is similar the the otter box and the face plate is wrapped by the side covers. A much better... » Read More I have not used the otterbox. When I first looked at it the clear face seemes cheap so I opted for the griffin. The clip only lasted a week and to take it on and off it would catch on the face plate of the case and unsnap it. I would not recomend this case. I just recently started usiung a Ballistic case for the 5c and I love it. The only down fall for this case is there are only a few colors to choose from. But this is the case with any cases for the 5c, very limited. The clip for the ballistic is similar the the otter box and the face plate is wrapped by the side covers. A much better design. Especially if you are lookng for a good case with a good clip. « Show Less
155131
I got this one .my son have $70 case .My is more sturdy and better, maybe little chunky, excellent for 24/7 use .T stand i take of ,i don t like.Very good protections for you phone, Highly recommend if you work outside ,have nice grip and fill good in your hand
1120806
No it is different. I did not like it as much as the one for the 4s. It was bulkier and just not as comfortable in using to me.
2227173
I don't feel that it does compare. I had the trident before getting the otter box. The Trident felt flimsy. It broke very quickly after using it too. The otter box cost more bc it's better quality. I've had the otterbox for about a year and still going strong. Plus otterbox will replace the case for free the first time!
654104
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.
975167
I have no experience with a defender case so I can't compare. What I can say thought is that it's a bit stiky but if you are serious about protecting your phone there is nothing better. From now on I will first check if otterbox or lifeproff makes a case for the phone I want andthen buy it Hope that helps
160153
It isn't as thick as the defender otterbox. It fits pretty well in the hand. I have tiny hand.
363729
I'm not sure about otterbox, i never purchased one because they always seemed so bulky. I love this case because it is the right about or thickness without taking away from the phone, if that makes sense. I have a toddler and the phone has been dropped three times since i puchased the case and it has protected the phone.
1474629
Mona, 5 and 5s are suzed differently, and so, no. My daughter has had a defender and an otter box...both broke. Maybe look at a Speck case. Loralea
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.
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.
903689
No. Not at all. I have had several other cases, including the Otterbox, and feel this case is far superior.