dbrand - Grip Case with MagSafe for Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max - Black

First time I’ve ever paid a premium for a phone case and couldn’t be happier with what I got. It’s really well built and protects my phone well. Looks nice and is super grippy which keeps it from falling out of my pocket. Manufacturer includes a coupon for a free skin in the box and the options are super cool.

This case is super grippy and great quality. Will definitely protect your phone in an accident.

The case itself one of the best ones I’ve tried in a whilel. Even beating out my favorite UAG. DBrand’s website has some great skin choices to choose from, and they fit very nicely on the case. Unfortunately, DBrand’s “edgy” marketing literally tries to extort money from you by saying it’s not “extorting you“. It tries to get you to give them extra money for nothing. At first, I thought it was for additional merch or maybe a bonus skin, but nope, it just wants your money. Great case, but just be careful when you go to get the skin on the DBrand’s website. So I’m takingtwo stars off for DBrand’s less than ethical marketing behavior.

The 17 Pro Max is already a massive phone, so I really didn't want a "tank-sized" case that makes it impossible to carry or put in my back pocket. The dbrand Grip hits that perfect middle ground—it’s thin at about 2mm, but feels incredibly rigid and secure. ​One of the biggest wins for me is the MagSafe. The magnets are way stronger than other cases I’ve tried, which is huge for my car mount. I don't have to worry about my phone flying off every time I hit a bump in the road anymore. ​I usually order my dbrand gear directly from their site, so seeing Best Buy now carries dbrand cases was a nice surprise. The fit is perfect with no creaking or loose corners, and the buttons have a mechanical "click" that honestly feels better than the actual phone buttons. I also love that I can swap out the skins on the back if I get bored of the look. (Quick tip: check for the card inside the box to redeem a free skin through their website) ​It’s an investment, but still affordable—and considering the cost of the 17 Pro Max, the peace of mind is worth every cent.

I’ve tried a lot of cases over the years and this Grip is easily one of the most secure feeling ones I’ve used. The texture on the sides actually makes a difference. It doesn’t slide around in my hand and I feel way more confident using my 17 Pro Max one handed. The buttons are really clicky and responsive too, which I didn’t expect but definitely appreciate. MagSafe strength has been solid with my charger and car mount. It snaps on and stays put. The only downside for me is that it adds a bit more bulk than the super thin cases I usually go for. It’s not crazy thick, just noticeable. Still, the protection and grip make it worth it for me.