Alright, this will be a review of the Seido Active case with a comparison to the Otterbox Commuter and Defender series. This will be based on 3 categories with 10 points possible: Quality (including fit on the phone), Protection, and Aesthetics/Functionality. I’ll preface this by saying I don’t work for either of these companies nor am I a fanboy. I actually love Trident Cases, but they don’t have one for our phone, yet.
Seido Active Case:
Quality: 8/10 Both the rubber and plastic on this case are fairly high quality. I would say the plastic is possibly the strongest I’ve felt. I do feel as though the rubber could have been tighter on the phone. I can see it stretching in the future or catching on pockets and things.
Protection: 8/10 I would say that this is a nice middle point between the Otterbox Commuter and Defender. The plastic covers the corners for added protection on drops. This case should protect the phone against most falls from a few feet or so.
Aesthetics/Functionality: 9.5/10 Easily the best looking case I’ve owned. I purchased the blue one, and it is nice to have different options. Currently they have blue, black, and purple with white on the way. The plastic backing is the portion that is colored. The volume buttons are much easier to push with this case on, but the power button is somewhat flush to the case. The only thing keeping this from 10/10 is the fact that the backing is a little slick.
Overall: 8.5/10
Seido belt clip: Don’t really use these much, but I thought I would get it. Really nice quality. I could see this lasting for a while. Very easy to put the phone in and take it out.
Alright, to compare, here is what I think of the Otterbox cases:
Commuter
Quality: 7/10 The rubber is thin, but not too cheap feeling. It does begin to stretch after a short period of time. The plastic is very nice, not too thick, and provides good grip. Overall this seems to be like a well-built case.
Protection: 6/10 This isn’t the case that you would want to purchase if you drop your phone a lot. If you have a few drops here and there, though, it will do its job. It certainly is better than TPU cases or skins. There is a slight lip on the front to allow you to lay the phone on its screen without worry of scratches.
Aesthetics/Functionality: 9/10 I think this might be one of the best looking cases available. Very clean lines and doesn’t collect lint too much. If it weren’t for the stretching mentioned and if it offered other colors, this would be rated higher. Buttons are easy to push, though not as easy as the Seido.
Overall: 7.3/10
Defender
Quality: 5/10 I think this case seemed to be rushed a little when they were making it. The plastic and rubber just do not feel as nice as they do on the Commuter. The rubber will again begin to stretch after a period of time. The plastic does fit the phone well, though. The screen protector is somewhat annoying, but you can always cut it out.
Protection: 9/10 You aren’t going to get much more protection than this case. If you have children who might throw the phone, you should have a case like this.
Aesthetics/Functionality: 6/10 I’m not a huge fan of the appearance of this case since it just seems so bulky to me. On a phone that is already thicker than most, I would not recommend it if you can get away with using something thinner. The buttons are, again, easily pressed, but Seido just seemed to get that part right the most.
Overall: 6.7/10
Updated Review
Quality: 9.5/10 This thing is proving me wrong. It won't stretch.
Protection: 9.5/10
Aesthetics/Functionaily: 10/10 This is the first case in a while that I haven't wanted to take off. I was a little wrong on my original review just because I hadn't given it enough time. This is one hell of a case.
Overall: 9.7/10 This is easily the best case I've ever purchased. The price is a little steep, but it's worth it.
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this is a pretty nice case. it's the Artech 21 Vivid Arkansas Series, Slim Dual Layer case. I got the black/silver one.
it's basically a TPU with a plastic exo on it that wraps all around. it's a tad thicker than most normal TPU's because of this, for example, my Spigen Rugged Armor TPU, and that's a bit thicker of a TPU. but, it feels pretty good in the hand, and the plastic shell on the outside doesn't feel too slippery in the hand or anything.
all cutouts are precise on the bottom, and everything works great. the buttons are pretty easy to push as well, and the case doesn't wrap in front of the phone too much so that it rips up a screen protector.
there's a big lip around the front so you can easily place this phone face down with the case on it, no problem. the case is also thick enough so there's a good amount of thickness around the camera so the camera will never come into contact with the table.
overall, nice little case. feels a bit more rugged than a standard TPU, but it's not huge or anything. i like it!
check out some pics here:
http://imgur.com/a/nxHtX
check it out on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AIVV6XA?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
I've received 3 cases for review and would love to share my experience with you guys.
DALLAS LASER SERIES
This one's actually my favorite out of the 3. The design is really minimalistic. You can notice right off the bat that the back looks like it has a textured feel. The lines running vertically make this case look and feel really nice. The outer frame looks like a gunmetal sort of color, and of course the cutouts are all perfect. The camera and front screen probably won't be touching any surfaces because of the design of the case. Honestly, my favorite part of this case is really just the texture and look of the back. Oh, and it attracts no fingerprints whatsoever. Also a huge plus.
My thoughts: This is going to be my main case for a while. This thing honestly feels so good to hold because of the back texture. The only thing I wish it had were clicky buttons. The buttons are responsive, yes, but they don't give you that clicky sound you get with some other cases. The inside of this case has a glossy tpu, and SLIGHTLY textured.
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VIVID ARKANSAS SERIES
This one also has a texture on the back. It's a nice subtle texture, and you'd be surprised at how smooth it really is. My favorite part of this case is actually the color. It's god a nice dark grey color and it really stands out. Like the first case the camera and screen is protected. Feels slim, and grippy.
My thoughts: This has a similar layout to the first case, except it has more of a raised up texture. It's not as bumpy as I thought it would be, it's actually pretty smooth. You can still feel the texture but it's really subtle. Again, I really like the color combination of this case. The dark grey and black looks really nice.
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LITTLE ROCK SERIES
If you're looking for a protective case. This is it. It provides maximum protection and is a 2 piece case. The inner frame is plastic which clips on your phone, then you install it into the outer shell. Reminds me of an otterbox, but cheaper and almost same protection. The sides has a dotted texture to prevent slips and extra grip and the bottom has flaps to prevent dust from getting into the ports. It's a bulky case, but also SUPER protective.
My thoughts: I feel like i'd dent the wall if I threw this against the wall with my phone in it. It's pretty much a "rock" solid case. It's SUPER sturdy and would provide maximum protection for your phone. This case comes with a glass screen protector which was also pretty nice.
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Attachment order: Dallas, Arkansas, Little Rock.
What's the absolute grippiest solution for this phone? Most skins don't give a lot of confidence. Egrips doesn't make something for our phone and those rings or popsockets are huge
These sandstone cases are the solution http://www.ebay.com/itm/MSVII-Slim-...hash=item33bedfb626:m:mkaiNfq5LXgpPGOyD4m0Sbg
Go to the patchworks website. I can't post the link because i don't have 10 posts but i already have a spigen neo hybrid which is slippery but i kept because i like the color. The patchworks case has a slim and just a regular case but both have special grip on the side where you hold the phone.
i just got the alcantara case and it's by far the grippiest case ive used on any phone.
You could also try a bumper as well. Adds minimal bulk (also won't hide the color of your phone) and will add some grip too. I've heard of bumpers for the iPhone, but didn't realize there were ones for Android phones as well, haha. XD Erika Griffin mentioned one when she did her S8 unboxing on her Youtube channel -- the RhinoShield CrashGuard Bumper Case. I couldn't find it on Amazon, but I included the link to their official site.
FluxionFluff said:
You could also try a bumper as well. Adds minimal bulk (also won't hide the color of your phone) and will add some grip too. I've heard of bumpers for the iPhone, but didn't realize there were ones for Android phones as well, haha. XD Erika Griffin mentioned one when she did her S8 unboxing on her Youtube channel -- the RhinoShield CrashGuard Bumper Case. I couldn't find it on Amazon, but I included the link to their official site.
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Thanks. Bumpers unfortunately are too big. They add a lot of width to the phone which is already extremely big one handed
km8j said:
Thanks. Bumpers unfortunately are too big. They add a lot of width to the phone which is already extremely big one handed
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That sucks. D: Only other thing I can think of would be to try something like the Spigen Thin Fit or Airskin cases as they're about the thinnest cases you can get.
EDIT TO ADD: Almost forgot the Spigen Liquid Air case, which of the ones I mentioned, I actually own this one. The pattern on it seems grippy, but I have to see how it feels in-hand when I get the device.
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That sucks. D: Only other thing I can think of would be to try something like the Spigen Thin Fit or Airskin cases as they're about the thinnest cases you can get.
EDIT TO ADD: Almost forgot the Spigen Liquid Air case, which of the ones I mentioned, I actually own this one. The pattern on it seems grippy, but I have to see how it feels in-hand when I get the device.
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Ya I have a couple like the air skin that are super thin. Just wish there was something thin that was really grippy. Might Plasti dip a case....
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i just got the alcantara case and it's by far the grippiest case ive used on any phone.
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it adds a lot of grip if you "squeeze" the phone, but not that much when placed on a slope.
I got this one and it seems grippy enough to me!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XP6KZKC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The speck pseudo grip is pretty decent. Pricey though.
I bought the Spigen Slim Armor / Metal Slate case for mine and it's a nice, tight fit. Feels great in the hand. Edges have a rubberish feel to them but don't add allot of bulk. Now the trick will be in finding a screen protector that will work with. Like I said, TIGHT!
My solution was the honeycomb skin from slick wraps. I've used it on my last 2 phones.
I agree with pieman13, I got a dbrand skin for my S6. Protects the glass from stuff wedging between the case and the back and is the right grip
Double post.
Ordered the new black dragon... Let's see
shoot a load of jizz right to the back of your phone. it'll stay sticky and grippy, as a bonus no one else will want to mess with your phone.
I bought this case because it looked super thin. I know this is for the S8+ (this regular s8 forum is more active ), and it's awesome. It definitely is super thin, so it won't add much in terms of protection, but it has an amazing feel. Very grippy in the hand, and even on slanted surfaces. I love the feel it adds to the phone, and the size is perfect. The white specs are more pronounced in the pictures on Amazon than they are in person, they are still noticeable but not "sparkly" looking like they appear on the pictures online.
ie=UTF8&psc=1https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XS3F19Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
peachpuff said:
These sandstone cases are the solution http://www.ebay.com/itm/MSVII-Slim-...hash=item33bedfb626:m:mkaiNfq5LXgpPGOyD4m0Sbg
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Ordered one to see how it comapres to my Nillkin case I just got (review up in accessories)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/accessories/best-slim-case-ive-t3597761
Holy crap, the Sandstone case posted by @peachpuff is AMAZING
Super thin and the texture is awesome.
It's even thinner than the Nillken which is hard to believe
Only issue is it DOES NOT have enough of a lip on the front to lift the screen off a flat surface if laid screen down. Not a huge detractor for me as I never have my phone screen down.
What cases did you all get for the for your S20?
Here are the few I've gotten so far
Tech21 Its nice looking, but its sort of meh seems like protection wise. Feels a little thinner than the one I had on my 11 Pro Max and Note 10, so it may end up getting returned, looks like theres complaints for the S20 Ultra due to no protection around the camera. For those who hold the bottom of the phone with the pinky finger its a little sharp
ArmadilloTek case: Its awesome! Very good protection adds a little bulk but not to much, very comfortable in the hand and very nice looking. This will most likely be my main case.
Poetic Affinity: Very awesome feeling case, comfortable in the hand, minimum bulk but feels like it has some okay drop protection. Very great clear case.
Nice case shots! Which one do you use primarily?
Pretty sure I have the first one too, Poetic one, knock off UAG sort of but I really like it for the price, only issue was it was lifting the pre-installed screen protector a bit.
I'm currently rocking the Dbrand Grip case with the teardown skin, loving how it feels, also very protective. I'll try get some pictures up shortly.