Does it have the hard clear front like the other otter boxes? You know the clear hard front that they all have?
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Hi Pattye - no, the front is completely open. I added a clearly protected screen protector but not necessary really.
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It is no otter box. But it offers a substantial amount of protection. All corners are wrapped. It is hard to remove phone from case, so it will not come out if dropped. Has a lip in front to protect screen from scratches when set face down. I drop my phone a lot and have had no problems. I used to have an otter box which I feel offers the best protection, but was bulky. If you work construction or someplace your phone is taking a heavy beating I would not advise this case. But if you are more if an average user and want a wallet on your phone this is the best one around. It is no otter box. But it offers a substantial amount of protection. All corners are wrapped. It is hard to remove phone from case, so it will not come out if dropped. Has a lip in front to protect screen from scratches when set face down. I drop my phone a lot and have had no problems. I used to have an otter box which I feel offers the best protection, but was bulky. If you work construction or someplace your phone is taking a heavy beating I would not advise this case. But if you are more if an average user and want a wallet on your phone this is the... » Read More It is no otter box. But it offers a substantial amount of protection. All corners are wrapped. It is hard to remove phone from case, so it will not come out if dropped. Has a lip in front to protect screen from scratches when set face down. I drop my phone a lot and have had no problems. I used to have an otter box which I feel offers the best protection, but was bulky. If you work construction or someplace your phone is taking a heavy beating I would not advise this case. But if you are more if an average user and want a wallet on your phone this is the best one around. « Show Less
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The one we received was a true otterbox. My husband has had three now and loves them. Good luck with your hunt for one.
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This is my second OtterBox and I would not change it for any other. It is very durable and works well.
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The one we rec'd does have a hard clear plastic, snap closed cover. My husband was pleased with the quality of the product.
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Size and thickness wise, the otter box is thicker and more bulky imho. Protection wise I think they are the same, but ymmv.
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I have the clear case and have not noticed any scratches. The fact that it is softer (gel-like) I don't believe it will scratch like a hard case. I am happy with it.
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It comes with some clear plastic that you adhere to the phone. It is like those sheet protectors that you can by ant attach to the front of your phone. It is not attached to the case like the previous otterbox case that I bought at a store.
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Yea it's pretty much the same. The rubber case that goes around the outside has a bit of a lip, that gets hung up on your pocket sometimes. But I also have a real otter box and it does that as well. And the plastic screen is just as touch sensitive also. Only really experienced a problem with it playing a game injustice gods among us because you have to hit close to the rims of the case. Otherwise it is great.
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The front does not have a hard shield, but my twelve-year old is the owner of the iPad and my four-year old plays on it daily. We also have the older iPad in the Survivor and that is sturdy, but super bulky. This Beetle case has been great protection from drops, but we did not put it through the stepped on test as we have with the Survivor case.
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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!
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No it does not. The front is only protected when in the holster and even then it will never protect like the otterbox but then again it is a lot smaller and easy to handle, I had an otterbox and I gave it away and got this one because of size and sufficient functionality for my use.
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There is a built in screen in the front part of the case. It's much clearer than the otterbox's built in screen protector as a matter of fact
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It is crystal clear. The cheaper brands are what you pay for, cheaper. This case is the only one to get if you are looking for protection. Myself, my Huband, and out two teenage boys all have Otterboxes.
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This case has a solid rubber piece that wraps around front edges of the phone, plus a hard plastic piece that wraps across the back on top of the rubber piece. I bought this case for something durable to stay on my phone. It has done that very well. I never take my case off. You would have to take off 2 pieces, plus the rubber part my get worn and not fit as well with constant removal. However, if you are looking for a more solid case but not a tough as an otter box, this would be easier to take on and off then that kind of case. There is no front to this case so you can slip it on and off with low effort. This case has a solid rubber piece that wraps around front edges of the phone, plus a hard plastic piece that wraps across the back on top of the rubber piece. I bought this case for something durable to stay on my phone. It has done that very well. I never take my case off. You would have to take off 2 pieces, plus the rubber part my get worn and not fit as well with constant removal. However, if you are looking for a more solid case but not a tough as an otter box, this would be easier to take on and off then that kind of case. There is no front to this case so you can slip it... » Read More This case has a solid rubber piece that wraps around front edges of the phone, plus a hard plastic piece that wraps across the back on top of the rubber piece. I bought this case for something durable to stay on my phone. It has done that very well. I never take my case off. You would have to take off 2 pieces, plus the rubber part my get worn and not fit as well with constant removal. However, if you are looking for a more solid case but not a tough as an otter box, this would be easier to take on and off then that kind of case. There is no front to this case so you can slip it on and off with low effort. « Show Less
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I am not fimiliar with the defenser, but yes the phone does go in the hard case. I say eaiser the the itther box.
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No, there's no "hard" screen protector. This seller includes a great screen protector to protect against scratches, but it's not the kind to prevent screen cracks. Not all phone models have an official Otterbox, and not all Otterboxes have the "hard" screen protectors. To my knowledge this hybrid protector is the same design as the Otterbox type at a much cheaper price. Hope that helps. Thanks. Matthew 7:12