I like the durability of Otterbox defender cases. My partner works in construction and needs a case that withstand a lot of abuse, dirt, etc. It was convenient to have the pop socket already in the case itself. However, the location of the socket makes it hard to prop up the phone. It’s directly in the center of the back of the case. The socket should be off to the side to better support the phone.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox , Customer Service Team , June 9, 2020
Hi, Ash!
Were sorry to hear about your frustration with that Otter + Pop Defender Series case! While using that OtterBox as a stand, we usually suggest pulling the PopTop all the way out then angling one side up. This allows you to use the side that's still popped out as the stand for your phone. Additionally, we recommend having the camera-side of your phone down and close to the stable surface. We hope this helps!
I like it for the protection for sure but I don’t like how easy stuff gets under the screen cover. It’s not easy to take on and off (For protecting the phone from impacts) all the time to clean it out. That is the only negative I have found. I would buy another one just like it but doesn’t have the screen cover
I work in construction. My last otter box I had for three years and dropped my phone many times. New phone with the protection of my new otter box I’m confident I’m protected
My phone flew off my motorcycle at around 70mph. It was in an Otterbox Defender, and when I turned around to get it, i was surprised to find out my phone was undamaged. That’s all I needed, I’ll swear by this case for the rest of my life. Amazing product.
I like the pop socket! I have to get a new car mount, though. The pop socket makes my phone case too think to fit in it properly. I still am glad I got it though!