OtterBox Shootout - Symmetry VS Defender VS Commuter VS DefenderXT - iPhone 14 Pro Max

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  • Опубліковано 5 чер 2024
  • In this video, I compare all FOUR of the major players from Otterbox. Are you trying to decide between the Symmetry, Defender, DefenderXT, and Commuter? Hopefully this video will help you make an informed decision as to which case is right for you. Do you have a fav? Lets take a look at all four.
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  • @rpe97
    @rpe97 11 місяців тому +7

    Love the Defender Pro XT. I agree, it was hard installing, but I removed and reinstalled 3x and it’s easy now. I actually love the protection. Thinking it’s the best OtterBox case on the market. Thx for your in-depth review!

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  11 місяців тому +1

      Love this. Thank you!

  • @dondontorres4259
    @dondontorres4259 3 місяці тому +1

    I got myself the Otterbox Commuter Series for Apple iPhone 14 Pro. Very good grippy material, feels secure protection for my phone. Thanks for sharing!

  • @jeffbehringer1262
    @jeffbehringer1262 Рік тому +6

    For the XT use a bic pen cap as a guide to get the outer to fit. It’s like changing a bike tire lol.

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому +1

      hahaha!! LOVE THIS! Thank you for sharing!

  • @J.R.G.921
    @J.R.G.921 Рік тому +1

    there's a more affordable and colorful option to the Otterbox Commuter, it's the Poetic Neon case, I just ordered it to see how it is and try it out

  • @user-qm7nw7vd5s
    @user-qm7nw7vd5s Рік тому +3

    Excellent review. Just got the PRO XT. What's missing in all these case reviews is no one does a drop test! The glass back of my iPhone 12 pro max cracked, even under a case like these. So I stepped up the the top protection, let's hope it works!

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому +2

      Your def right, once this channel gets bigger - drop tests for sure!

    • @cassthompson3386
      @cassthompson3386 Рік тому

      Well im sure most people doing these reviews do not just have the money to possibly destroy $1000+ phones.

  • @withoutpassid
    @withoutpassid Рік тому

    I ended up buying the commuter one. Thank you very much for the excellent review. Do you plan to review screen protector for iphone too?

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      No problem! Glad I could help, I have a few reviews on screen protectors. The JETech ones are great! Thanks for the sub!

  • @americanpaisareturns9051
    @americanpaisareturns9051 Рік тому +8

    I went with the Symmetry+. I’ve always gone with the Defender but chose to go a little slim this time. Boy was that a mistake. The case is really slippery. It has no grip and it is a lint magnet. After a month I just couldn’t with it anymore. I went and go the Defender Pro. That is definitely better but I’ll be honest I don’t feel like the protect my phone like they use to. I guess I’m just used to The bulky case of old.

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому +1

      I know what you mean. Sounds like you made a smart decision! Thanks for stopping by the channel!

  • @gh0st_gambino
    @gh0st_gambino Рік тому +1

    Great video! Quick question, how is the watch mirroring your phone recording? Is this an Apple Watch ultra exclusive?

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      Open the camera on your phone, get it set the way you want and open the camera app on your watch. Let me know if you need more help.

  • @steveng774
    @steveng774 Рік тому

    I actually got the defender pro xt. I’m actually happy with the case and got the belt clip with it. I didn’t like the bezel part at first, but learned to deal with it!!

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      Yeah its def a tough case, if you have 1 case you want to use and it has to be max protection, its not a bad choice. You liking it so far? ALSO - thanks for stopping by, please sub if you can!

    • @funkocollector2797
      @funkocollector2797 Рік тому

      What was wrong with the bezel part?

  • @CIAkilledJFK
    @CIAkilledJFK Рік тому +1

    Please do the Otter Box Fre series.

  • @kornfreak78
    @kornfreak78 8 місяців тому +1

    I've had the commuter case since the iphone 12 pro max was released. I'm upgrading to the iphone 15 pro max and I have decided on the Defender XT case. It bums me out that you said that's your last choice because it puts doubt into my mind. I've enjoyed the commuter all these years but I wanted something new. I really like the look of the Defender XT. I never switch my cases out until I upgrade my phone so I won't have to be changing cases at all. You did say if that was the case for you, you WOULD pick the Defender XT. So that kind of makes me feel better.

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  8 місяців тому +1

      Yeah man - I agree with you. If you're a 1 case guy, and want max protection, DO IT! Im just a youtuber, do what works best for you. Lots of love man!

  • @alifruzainiramli7764
    @alifruzainiramli7764 Рік тому

    Hi uncleJay, what a nice review. Let us choose wisely what's the best. Kudos
    But I wonder will it fit with full camera protector. Help me out

  • @WhiteSupreme
    @WhiteSupreme Рік тому +1

    I have a symmetry on my 11 I have been using for over 3 years now and despite dropping my phone so many times there is like one small scratch on it. Looks pretty much brand new

  • @kevinwhiting8391
    @kevinwhiting8391 Рік тому +1

    Mine was 17 on A cuz was for v 60 great case..little mpre protection than spigen rugged armor

  • @Electro489
    @Electro489 Рік тому +6

    I've watched countless iPhone 14 case video reviews. The one thing that is most important (and very seldom mentioned) is the front screen protection. Without at least 1.5mm front lip to protect the front screen the rest of the case is near useless.

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому +3

      100% - great advice. Thanks!

    • @franceseverson8527
      @franceseverson8527 Рік тому +2

      I agree 100%. Still looking for military grade case that will protect the screen in a drop. I’m very disappointed in Ottobox. They really cut corner on their cases. Not worth the price really.

    • @Electro489
      @Electro489 Рік тому +1

      @@franceseverson8527 I'm currently using the Rokform Rugged Case. It has great raised screen protection but questionable 4-corrner protection. 🙄

    • @kevinwhiting8391
      @kevinwhiting8391 Рік тому +1

      It's got to have a fat lip you want your screen protected don't you some people just don't think very well why the heck would you buy a case it doesn't have a big lip on it OtterBox or Spigen speck

    • @Electro489
      @Electro489 Рік тому

      It would seem @@kevinwhiting8391 that you & I are in agreement on this issue. 👍

  • @santocad
    @santocad Рік тому +8

    The commuter with MagSafe would be the ideal case but it might kill their other products if they produced it.

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому +1

      Yeah - who knows what the inner conversations/agreements are between Apple and Otterbox. Im sure there are many arrangements.

    • @matthewmickens
      @matthewmickens Рік тому +1

      thats why i like the XT.

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      @@matthewmickens Yeah I hear you - if your happy thats all that matters. Thanks for joining in on the conversation. How'd your install go?

    • @matthewmickens
      @matthewmickens Рік тому +1

      @@UncleJay2k it's easy for me to take on and off.

    • @canon5dmarkiiii
      @canon5dmarkiiii Рік тому

      @@matthewmickens bulky af though

  • @chanel808life-mthi
    @chanel808life-mthi Рік тому +1

    Would nice if the had a clear back to show the color of the phone since I got the deep purple

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      I think they do offer a clear version of the Symmetry. Not 100% on that though.

    • @Luke-nr5zp
      @Luke-nr5zp Рік тому

      A little late but yes they do offer a clear version, I got a black one in store today and saw the clear version there

  • @jcolt84
    @jcolt84 Рік тому +1

    The dbrand grip is my go to case. The smartish gropzilla is another great case. The bulkiness of OtterBox has long been unnecessary

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      Great ideas for videos here :-)

    • @Pinkugirl
      @Pinkugirl Рік тому +1

      Funny part is, the bulkiness is what I like

    • @gwenc1371
      @gwenc1371 8 місяців тому

      @@PinkugirlAgreed. It may not be necessary for drop protection, but I only need serious drop protection a couple times in the life of a phone. What I need every day is for my phone to be protected from day-to-day bumps and accidents, and a case that helps give me something to hold onto. That’s where the bulkiness comes in handy over thinner cases.

  • @xyzct
    @xyzct Рік тому +1

    Is there any reason one can't just snip off the annoying covers on the lightning port and the silence toggle?

  • @Skeezitts
    @Skeezitts Рік тому +2

    I wish Canada sold the defender pro I like the style and look

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      Didn’t know this wasn’t available in Canada

    • @Skeezitts
      @Skeezitts Рік тому

      @@UncleJay2k only the defender pro isn’t but the regular is

  • @gbkworf
    @gbkworf Рік тому +1

    I have been using the defender for decades, but I am increasingly annoyed at OtterBox protection rating. 3X protection, 4X protection or 5X. WTH does that mean? In reality, it means nothing. I want to see drop protection in feet. That way I can do an actual comparison. I'm looking at Pelican cases now that have their rating in feet of drop protection!

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      Yeah I agree with all this. Drop height is MUCH more usable. The 4X rating stuff that OBox does is simply a “Down the middle” approach that OBox uses to hit as many people as possible.

  • @Al-xc1zj
    @Al-xc1zj Рік тому +1

    Commuter with MagSafe would be awesome

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому

      I feel like such a dope - I have yet to purchase any mag safe "stuff". I dont even have a mag safe charger. SOME UA-camR I AM!!!! lol. Thanks for stopping by.

  • @jcolt84
    @jcolt84 Рік тому +1

    No prefix?

  • @straitjacketstudios
    @straitjacketstudios 8 місяців тому

    I wish they woudl have still had an option with the built in screen protector in the Defender series. Bummer.

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  8 місяців тому

      Yeah - I bet its to sell more of their new screen protectors. $$$$$$

  • @blm2503
    @blm2503 Рік тому

    Strange how you don't say the case doesn't have magsafe @4:19 makes me wonder what other details you leave out

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому +3

      Strange... Strange indeed.... I smell a conspiracy!

    • @N3wbMa5t3r
      @N3wbMa5t3r Рік тому

      if you open your eyes, you could easily see the massive MagSafe magnets inside the case. 🤡

  • @nickdixon669
    @nickdixon669 9 місяців тому +1

    xt is the only good case here. only one thats dustproof and will preserve your stainless steel edges. its easy to install, leave case as is and just push your phone in like any normal case. I've done it over 20 times no damage. symmetry case is garbage, no rubber on the back means flat drops smash your back glass thanks to the camera bump. XT is the only case I'll go for from otter box. defender pro isn't dust proof and the dirt that gets in just blemishes your stainless steel beyond your imagination. commuter...garbage, hate cases with flimsy sides around the home and volume buttons = dirt in-between phone and case

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  8 місяців тому +3

      I appreciate your feedback. It's good that they make several different types of cases, so we all have options that work for us. Thanks for taking the time to share your two cents.

  • @randymichael8583
    @randymichael8583 Рік тому +1

    All good, not a fan of the clips only because they will not fit on a good quality belt

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  11 місяців тому

      Great feedback, thank you. Yeah - i have noticed that sometimes it’s hard to get it OFF a belt as well.

  • @loghome7061
    @loghome7061 Рік тому +1

    Title says 13 Pro Max

    • @UncleJay2k
      @UncleJay2k  Рік тому +1

      Freaken love you!! Good looking.

  • @Plumbbrookpines
    @Plumbbrookpines Рік тому

    I hate the fact I have to watch this garbage to take a case off my phone we live in hell