OTTERBOX Commuter Series Case for iPhone 8 Plus & iPhone 7 Plus (ONLY) - Retail Packaging - Aqua Mint Way (Aqua Mint/Mountain Range Green)

This is a late review, I purchased this case in April 2017. This is my first OtterBox case, I got this for my new iPhone 7 Plus and I am very impressed with the workmanship thus far. I previously owned a Spigen SlimArmor case for my old Galaxy S4 (a very good, strong, lightweight well-designed case also), but since they did not make that specific case for the iPhone7+, I opted to go for more protection with an OtterBox. (Given a choice, I would prefer a more lightweight case since I carry my phone in my pocket everyday and am usually very careful with my phone anyway.) The Otterbox Defender weighs a lot more than a SlimArmor, but that definitely comes from the high quality plastic outer shell that gives it a much sturdier feel. The hard plastic outer shell attaches to the rubber fitting at both the top and bottom (the Slim Armor only attaches to the sides, so only rubber bumpers protect the top and bottom). The Defender case is definitely well-designed with protection as it's primary asset. The buttons are precise and the charging flap is still going strong with daily use for over a year now. This case has survived waist-high drops onto concrete, hardwood and tile and never even blinked. I am now using it on my bike (with a bike mount) and I'm fairly confident that this case could handle a minor accident if it happens.The one negative thing I could say is that the hard plastic outer shell does get a little slippery if your hands are sweaty.

Great quality and good price

A little background info:I had a Defender series case on my S6 and my phone was in perfect condition the entire time. I literally dropped that phone a million times a day; many of those times from the top of the stairmaster! It never cracked at all. I recently purchased an IPhone and got the Defender case for it as well since I never had any trouble with it before. It worked just as expected for a while, but eventually it wasnt reading my fingerprint anymore bc of the plastic thats on the case covering it. Although I've always been SUPER hesitant about the Commuter case because it's way less coverage than the Defender, I decided give it a shot.The case LOOKS very nice on my phone since I have the matte black Iphone 7 Plus. It's a whole lot less bulky than the Defender so now I can actually fit it in my back pocket if I absolutely need to. It doesn't come with a screen protector so I went ahead and bought a privacy screen for my phone and that's working well so far. Now that the fingerprint isn't being covered by plastic, the phone is much more responsive. The case FEELS like its not as protective; feels like it will break on the first real drop since it's not rubbery like the Defender. I've now dropped the phone a few times (both times it landed face down on concrete) and I was terrified that my screen would be shattered. It wasn't. (errr, I hope I didn't just jinx myself) I suppose it has provided good protection up until now! There are no scratches, cracks or bends on my phone at this time.The one thing I really don't like about the case is how slippery the grip is. Since its not rubber, its hard to hold without it sliding out of my hand sometimes. Also, if your hands are sweaty, as mine often are, it feels a little gross and greasy to hold.Overall, I recommend the case. It looks good and offers the protection needed without the extreme bulk of the Defender. (when i do rugged activities, i do still switch my phone into the Defender case just incase)

I have had OtterBox Cases on my iHhones since the iPhone 5s came out - I stick with this brand because they are consistent with quality.I bought the OtterBox COMMUTER SERIES Case for iPhone 8 Plus. I am so glad I have this case, it's protected my phone from several big falls (including hitting asphalt, loose stone, concrete and falling off a deck). All that to say, the case has done it's job, protect my phone. I also have a glass screen protector on the phones screen for added protection. Between the two of these "covers" and the "finger Loop" I have, it's pretty easy to keep my phone safe and in my hand.Pros: slim design, strong protection, great color (no issue with color getting stained), easy to clean, easy to remove, attractive, affordable, QUALITYCons: Sometimes people say that they have trouble hearing me on the phone with this case (haven't had that complaint with my previous iPhone Commuter cases), but I have a soft voice, and this is the 8s Plus+ phone, so it's bigger and microphone is farther from my mouth - so maybe these are all contributing factors?!I've had this case for about a year and a half - it is going strong!! looks just as good as it did the day I got it and most importantly - it's protected my precious iPhone 8 Plus.Note: for my iPhone 6s I'd bought the OtterBox Symmetry case and hated it - it also fell apart within 6 months - Symmetry case was not good in my opinion, but the Commuter Series Case is spot on quality and still slim and stylish.