OtterBoxDefender Series Case for iPhone 5 -( Not for iPhone 5C or 5S)(Discontinued by Manufacturer) - Realtree Camo - AP Blazed

Why I bought it:So we all know that Otterbox has been around for a long while. I've been looking around for a cool case but couldn't find one I loved. I would love it if Otter would make a black & yellow or grey & yellow case, but they don't.I chose the defender because I'm pretty rough on my phones. I must have dropped my last phone at least 100 times. With the iPhone's notable glass breakage, I didn't want to risk it. I wanted waterproof too, but the best waterproof one (lifeproof) didn't convince me it could stand up to my every day roughness.I do love the TakTik, but it's price and unavailability for the iphone5 was a deterrent.On to the product review:The case went on with little difficulty. Once on, it doesn't shift around. The case fits snugly around the phone. Like with all cases, charging isn't an issue with this phone because I use the 30-pin to lightning adapter to charge it. So it fits into my  Memorex MI4703P Dual Alarm Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone (Black)  perfectly with the adapter.The Screen:The screen is pretty tough and it's glued to the hardcase so it won't detach from the case (easily). I think they tried to make the screen protector material to simulate the face of the iphone itself. In that it's a solid, non-tacky surface (like so many protectors out there). I definitely appreciate how smooth and free my fingers slide over the surface. I generally buy a Zagg screen protector for all my devices, but I don't think I'll have to with this one.Colorwise, they designed this case with the hunter in mind. Bright orange face and a minimally grainy photo of the alpines on the back. Still a nice photo though (excluding the stupid "REALTREE" text across one of the tree branches. Not sure what the heck is up with that bad idea.The clip is sturdy. A little odd to use, but once I figured out the quirks of removing and reattaching the phone to the case, it works well. The phone clips into place tightly. There's no question if it secure when you attach it. There is no room for it to wiggle out or be loose. It either clips in place, or it doesn't. The clip will wear against your hip if it is in direct contact with skin. but if it is outside your shirt, you'll be good to go.All in all, a great phone case. Solid. SO far it has stood up to my abuse. Though I've only had it for about three weeks so far.

Update - 4 months after getting this product for my phone, it's never been removed once. There is a lot of dust that's built up between the screen protector and the phone itself. I believe this is because the charging port allows dust up inside and between the device and the case. It's not a huge issue, just remove and clean, but for a case of this caliber, I expected this to not be an issue.------------I've had Defender series cases in the past, and also bought my wife one around Christmas 2012 when I got her the iPhone 5. But now that I've got my own iPhone 5, and seeing how well her case has withstood the 8 months she's had it, i HAD to get one. Of course, there are many colors, etc., but I've always liked the look of the RealTree camo. The case does fit slightly loose, but that doesn't bother me. Protection seems good, although I would like to see a cover of some sort over the camera/flash/mic space. However, given that I'm not really in a lot of dusty environments, I doubt this will ever be a serious issue.Price is also far better than buying from a big-box store. I looked at the most well-known of low-cost retailers and saw this exact case for $56.88. Wow! Easy way to save $25 by waiting a few days for delivery.

Update 1:It seems via a small oversight, I ended up purchasing the IPhone 5 version instead of the IPhone 5S version, resulting in the home button flap. Not a huge deal since I can somewhat put it out of the way if I need unobstructed use of the button to use the fingerprint reader.--- Original review ---I have heard nothing but good things about OtterBox and their cases, so when the opportunity came up for me to get one I didn't hesitate. This thing definitely lives up to its expectations; my 5S appears very well protected, I could probably drop it from a substantial height and it would probably emerge unscathed; not that I am going to intentionally try this however. The buttons appear to be relatively easily accessible (volume buttons, lock screen, etc). I say relatively because the home button, along with the Lightning port and headphone jacks, are by default hiding behind flaps that need to be pulled out in order for them to be usable. While this isn't too big a deal, I do wish that these flaps had slots in the side of the case where you could put them for either semi-permanent, or permanent fixture if one is not interested in keeping the home button and connectors exposed. This would especially come in handy when making regular use of the fingerprint reader in the 5S, which I happen to myself. Other than that it's a great product!

For what I want it to do, protect my IPhone SE, it does very well. Have not dropped the phone yet, but this case is well built. I really like the built in screen protector, it is just a part of the front piece, you don’t have to “install” the screen protector. Got lint under the screen protector? Just take the front cover off, clean it, and put it back on. One drawback: I keep my phone in my front pocket and the sides of this case are rubberized and make it difficult to slide the phone in and out (especially if you are sweaty), but I guess the whole point is that I don’t want my phone sliding out of my pocket. The ports are well sized, no problem with head phone plugs staying in. Screen touch response is fine. Does not interfere with cell reception or Bluetooth. Since I don’t go around water I ended up cutting off the lighting port flap as it was hard to plug in the cable, the flap insisted on trying to stay closed (I again I can’t complain about that either). I went ahead and bought a second one for myself so I don’t have to try and find one like it years down the road.

Great case but what a pickle to get on. I got the real tree advantage otter box case for my I phone 5s and the front is nice and bright with the American hunting style orange and on the back is the real tree camo. Case itself is well built with a hardened rubber surrounding the inner case well protecting the phone. Being a fisherman and hunter I thought it would make a nice addition to my advantage clothing. Only draw back is the finger scan is disabled but I do believe otter box already have another case which enables this. All in all nice vibrant front with a nice deep insert for protection of the screen. I would buy another one as it is well worth the money.

I purchased this on Sept. 5 2013 for CDN$ 39.74 Exactly how product is described nice and durable I have dropped the phone and the product stands up the case to go on your belt clip is also included a great accessory with the price this broke in one month I called OtterBox all I had to do is take a picture and e-mail them and got it in 2 days I got the replacement I took a look on Amazon .com and checked other retailers Amazon.ca was the best price at the time check your prices like everything else US is not exactly cheap like they say

Used this product as a stocking stuffer for my husband! Fits his phone perfectly, good condition. Came with all the proper casing and instructions :)Good price for product! Would have spent a lot more in store.

Great protective cover. In hurry I have dropped twice and my child has dropped it several times but protection is 100%.

It's awesome, built like a tank and the clip is nice. The shipping was fast as well which is a plus. I dropped the phone from shoulder height, it bounced off the hard floor, and not even a crack on the case and no damage to the phone.