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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 109 reviews

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Durable, Protection, Slim

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    What a case for an iPhone 5!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This case was for my husband's iPhone 5 but I almost got one for my iPhone! I kept with my floral case instead, though. This Ballistic case is awesome! It's slim for easy pocketing. The case molded/fit the iPhone 5 very well. It's a very sturdy, rugged case that does protect the iPhone from falls. The corners of this Ballistic case are a bit bigger (for corner drop protection) but still keeps the overall phone case profile pretty slim. The back of the case has a metallic feel and the case is a little weighty. This case looks great and works great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection, Slim
    Cons mentioned:
    Metal back

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Slim and Nice Looking Case

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This case is better than I though it would be. It is slim but still has very good protection. I am using it with a glass screen protector and it fits fine. I think these are only sold at Best Buy so if you see it on sale that is probably the best price you will find. It has a good grip and easy to hold. The back is made of metal and does show scratches.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Durable, Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love the raised rubber edging

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this phone case because this was my first smartphone and it was an apple 5s. I original purchased a $100.00 life proff case and my I phone screen broke in a hundred pieces within the case after only a 2 foot drop from out of a car door onto pavement. Then my cousin came to visit and had this case on her phone and I looked at it and talked with her about it and said WOW! That is the next case I am going to buy and I did and I love it. I use it with the zagg glass screen and my zagg glass broke but my phone glass did not and not does it have and scraps or scratches on the sides of the phone from accidentally dropping it. This case really protects the phone with the raised rubber corners it has. I would recommend trying this case if you have a tendency to drop your phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Grip, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great impact protection with a secure fit.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best of both worlds (hard and soft). The slim case has a hard back so it fits tightly, not like an all silicone case would. The corners are rounded out bigger than the rest of the case so even if you drop it flat on it's back, front, or side it still bounces very nicely since it impacts at the corners only. The edges have an eraser like feel all the way around for a firm grip on your phone. I like to add a wrist strap and this did not have a dedicated place for one so I tied one around the silicone at the opening for the ringer silence button, and that's working fine.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Grip, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality, functional iPhone case

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a solid, quality impact-resistant phone case. Not flashy, just does everything you want a case to do: protect your phone, allow you to access and use all of the phone functions easily, and slide easily into and out of your pocket. Not bulky, like some of the impact resistant cases; not too "grippy", either (too much grip and it's tougher to get into/out of pockets). My only desire is that I had purchased it right away when I got the phone, rather than waiting until I had dinged a couple of the corners of my screen...

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Grip, Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    nice price vs other products

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It does the job, it gives a better grip whether picking phone up or in use. It gives reasonable protection, obviously no one purposely drops their phone but this does provide a sense of security and also safety.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Durable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tungsten Slim Case = Happy iPhone 5s

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Ballistic Tungsten slim case has been really good at protecting my iphone 5s from the impact when it hits the ground. Now that I have own this case for almost year, I have not had one problem with this case yet. Its a very durable case that stays on the phone and I have dropped my phone many times. However there are a few minor things that does come with this case. It is a bit hard to get it on the iPhone but once its on the phone, it will not go anywhere. Plus, for the money that I spent on the case, it would have been nice to have a screen protector with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good case... bulky but good protection

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall, I'm pretty happy with these cases. I bought one for iPhone 5S and one for iPhone 6 Plus due to my work requiring me to have a second phone. I like that I was able to get matching cases and these are truly strong and durable enough to survive being dropped on the ground. Fitment is a little tight and for that reason cases don't work super well with the glass protectors on the market. Protection is good. Between the two phones, there's already been a drop and other than the case being a little scuffed, the phone is still fine inside. They are slightly bulkier than I'd like, but obviously that's the tradeoff and if it were thinner, it wouldn't protect as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fits in pocket, Slim

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome looks great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product got it on both of my iPhone's. Looks great and is slim fits in my pocket well

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Durable, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice case

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This case protects the phone pretty good and it's lightweight not too bulky.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Slim

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great case

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    bought this case with my iphone 6 since it was pretty much all that was available at the time. I was looking for something other than otterbox, and I'm glad I bought this case. It's not real bulky, fits in my pocket easily, and has saved my phone the 2 times I dropped it. My girlfriend like it so much she replaced her otterbox defender with one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fits in pocket, Slim

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Slim case for the iphone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I really like the slim design for the case. it fits in my pocket very easily

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect - Stylish and effective

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is definitely the best case I have ever owned. It has protected by phone already from a couple drops, and the metallic back also looks very cool. Only concern is that the metal on the back of the case can get scratched, but otherwise it does a great job protecting the phone and making it look unique.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Durable

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great case

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We just purchased this case for my daughter's phone, which we just had the screen replaced. The case we can tell is very sturdy and with the rubber on the corners will absorb any drops (as there have been two that broke screens in the last 2 weeks, but had a cheap case). The sales rep was very helpful, showed us all the options available, and was very knowledgeable.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Slim

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Slim but great protection

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Less bulky than the otterboxes. Pair with the Zagg glass screen protector. This case doesn't cover the screen. Back is slick and phone slides into pockets easily. Face has rubber gasket around screen that keeps phone from sliding off when placed face down.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Slim

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome. Sleek and functional

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love the case. I usually don't pay $40 for a case but I fell in love with this one. It was slim and easily slides into my pocket because it is smooth. The rubber edge really protects it when it falls. Amazing cover. He design and style is cool.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Metal back

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice case but...has some issues!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sharp looking case but metal back scratches easily & also causes phone to overheat in Sunlight or hot weather. Corners are well cushioned and the case is very protective. Would probably choose different case in future purchases.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Slim

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the color and the slim design

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this case replaces a Otter Box that had a white rubber insert. After just a short time it wan soiled and dingy...would not come clean. This one is perfect...slim enough to carry in a pocket but won't fall out. Love It!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Slim

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Slick for the office

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I needed a case that was slim to fit in my briefcase pocket but offered similar protection to an Otter Box - this case was perfect for my needs. I carry two phones around at work, so wanted to decrease bulk.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Durable

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tungsten Slim Case is the best!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Tungsten slim case is the best! It's lightweight, aesthetically pleasing and cleans easy! I've dropped my iPhone 5s several times and it did its job! Not a scratch, crack or blemish on my iPhone. I recommend it!!

    I would recommend this to a friend