Will someone please explain the difference, if any, in the screen protector in the Defender and Commuter series?
264807
The commuter does not have a screen protector. It is a 2 piece case. An inner rubber case and an outer hard plastic case. I have always put a cheep screen protector on to guard against scratches. I have used the commuter case for over 2 years now and have dropped my phone many times. Not one crack or scratch on the phone itself.
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.
264809
The defender has a plastic screen protector built in to the plastic inner layer, the commuter simply comes with an adhesive screen protector that is separate. Visibility is better with the commuter's protecter, but the Defender's is thicker, more protective, and less reflective.
264810
There is no screen protector with the commuter series. It comes with a separate one that you can put on your screen yourself. Just like you could buy anywhere. Commuter is just a soft phone casing with a harder outer shell that fits over it. Defender has a screen protector built into the case itself. Useful at first but when it gets scratched and/or dirty you can't take it out. Unless you cut it out I guess.
264811
The defender has 3 layers of protectant and has a clear builtin screen. The commuter is only 2 layers and does not have a clear builtin screen
1982090
the defender is bulkier because it has more protection on the phone. it also has a screen cover
912517
The Defender is bigger and the commuter is slightly smaller. The Defender has a rougher outside and is built seemingly more rigid than the commuter I only have the commuter. I haven't ever tried a defender, it has a built in screen protector as part of the case, The commuter does not so you can do like I do and use adhesive ones or not use them at all because well the screens have come a long way since the beginning of smartphones they hold up better than before.
1469919
The defender series comes with built in screen protection, the commuter cases come with a screen protector that you have to install yourself. If you get the commuter, I would highly recommend getting a Zagg screen protector, the Otterbox ones aren't very good.
842742
They're like comparing apples & oranges. Both are good in their own right. Depends on your need. Defender is bulkier, more rugged. Could be dropped more. Not so, the commuter, which is slimmer & lighter, good for a pocket, etc. Also, the commuter lends itself to easily & quickly connecting to a charging dock, speakers, etc. I had to use a cable extender.
467034
The commuter case is not NEARLY as bulky as the defender. Is is much thinner and fits in pockets better. It can still take quite a beating, though.
1982095
My Commuter has a soft rubbery insert covering the phone with the additional hard outer cover. It works well protecting the phone from bangs & drops. Am unfamiliar with the Defender.
467035
The Defender is bulkier, it offers a little more protection than the commuter series . The commuter is perfect for my daily needs.
1622839
FYI: The Defender case does have a clear screen protector, however, not ALL OtterBox cases come with a pre-attached or built in screen protector. The Commuter cases comes with a self-adhesive one.
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! :)
2058141
The screen protector is not needed with the Defender series case, as it is part of the assembly with the hard plastic case shell's. The plastic lenses that protects the phones main glass screen is on the top assembly of the shell. IT will suffice and protect as their products description. However as mentioned I was having issues with oil slicks and the rainbow effect; and was not happy with it could have been a 2nd defective case as I had this issue from another retailer. I decided to use their Commuiter series of case which includes the plastic protector film, which I did not use. The Commuiter series of case is not as hefty, and MUCH lighter then the Defender series. I used the Zagg screen shield which has a anti-smudge, scratch protection case from Zagg. You can choose to use their screen film protector or even another vendor that fits on the top of your phone per your choice. I may purchase the Defender series again in the future and just punch out their case screen shield, (LIKELY this will void their warranty) but I don't have 60 dollars for both the Defender case and Zagg screen protector at the moment to do that with. OtterBox has superior customer service and have always been accommodating with their products during their warranty period. This was just my opinion but they do have quality products. You also have a 30 day return with Amazon, and their customer service was excellent as well and allowed me a return when I explained my concern with them. Hope this helps.
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.
881264
I cannot tell the difference between when my phone did not have a protector on it and now that it does. Hope that helps.
1806398
Sorry, I'm pretty sure the Defender will not fit. The Commuter is a bit smaller in all dimensions and fits perfectly.
189061
by 20 dollars im assuming you mean the commuter, and i dont quite understand your question. It covers the same areas as the defender the defender is just thicker and and offers more protection it covers the entire phone except the screen which they give you a screen protector hope that answers the question
789694
They both are great with amount of protection that they provide. The only difference is that the Defender Series comes with a built in screen protector.
1921457
No this is the commuter series. The defender series comes with the screen protector!