My original one lasted 2 years. This one lasted less than a month. Broke in the same spot.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from otterbox.comBy OtterBox, Customer Service Team, November 28, 2017
Hey there bigkotydog!
Our apologies that your belt clip holster just couldn't handle the pressure! Not to worry - our playful Otters are ready to dive right in to a warranty claim. Please feel free to give them a quick call at 1-855-688-7269, and they'll send out a new belt clip so that you can keep your phone securely at your side during all of your epic adventures!
I replaced the original holster that came with my Defender case that I bought two years ago with this one. I tried a substitute that was cheaply made but I quickly got rid of it.
This is my second purchase of this kind of cell phone holder (the first one caught on an automobile seat belt and broke). I am very happy with this device. It holds the phone securely and out of the way.