Customers are pleased with the fre Case's protection and waterproof capabilities, frequently citing ease of use and a good fit. However, some customers noted that sound quality could be muffled, and a few expressed concerns about the bulkiness and price. The included screen protector and headphone jack adapter also received mixed reviews.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
Page 1 Showing 1-20 of 848 reviews
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Protection
Cons mentioned:
Screen protector, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Workable, not loveable.
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The case is good, strong, durable and easy to put on your phone. But you will have what look like bubbles under the screen protector and the case WILL muffle your speaker quite a bit; to the point where it can make phone calls mildly difficult to hear if reception isn't good in the first place. But I've dropped my phone multiple times and it's not broken yet, so it does the job.
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Fit, Protection, Water resistance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very good product for handyman
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I like this case, It fits slim against phone so it will slide in carpenter Jean side pocket were other cases are to bulky. The screen plastic works well though it dampens the sound a bit. It resists water great and cleans up nicely. I'm a contractor and put my phones through a lot of abuse and would normally destroy 2 to 3 a year. This case has kept this phone like new for over a year. I First thought it was expensive but now think it's worth it. Definitely impressed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection, Water resistance
Cons mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yep, it's Water PROOF
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Yep, I dropped it in the sink, and yes, it was completely dry when I removed the case. Would not have been able to say that about the Otter box I had on my 5c. I do understand some folks complained that the speakers are quite muffled using this case, but that's why I Bluetooth my music when I'm in the mood to listen. I like it, and my wife likes hers. And if momma's happy, I'm happy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Water resistance
Cons mentioned:
Screen protector
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Best phone protection marketed
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is the only case I have found that offers protection against drops, water, dust..we have 3 phones in these cases. Have dropped in water, dropped onto ground, and taken onto very dusty ATV trails. I've gotten about 2 yeas out of a case, due to the screen protector being all scratched up. Pay attention to where you put your phone, ie in a pocket with keys. Still carrying the providers insurance so we have the replacement coverage for lost or stolen phones. Phones are like new and over 2 years old. My issue is with the price. For that price Lifeproof should provide lifetime replacement on the screen protectors.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection, Waterproof
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great protection
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My 10 year old son received an Iphone and wanted to make sure the phone is protected. The case is great! Durable, tough and waterproof--I have not tested this. It comes with an adapter to use headphones since the case is waterproof the charging outlet and plug for headphones is secure and you have to screw out a plug for the headphones and you have to open the latch to charge the phone. Great protective case.
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Fit
Cons mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great cover
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I bought this cover for mine and my husband's IPHONE 5Cs. The case fits very snugly on he phone and offers great protection. The only issue we have is the person on the other end has trouble hearing you unless you open the bottom flap where the charger plugs in.
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Headphone jack, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great case
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love the Lifeproof cases with just a couple of exceptions. Your ringer isn't as loud with the case on and sometimes people can't hear you very well unless you open the charging port to the phone. You also want to keep your extensions they provide for the headphone jack and the charging port. The case is built so that the normal headphones and charging cords don't fit without them.
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Screen protector, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great case for people on the go
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a great case and a perfect alternative to insurance. The case is attractive and worth every penny. The only downsides would be that the screen protector creates a fuzzy look on the screen and it builds air pockets which can make use difficult at times. One other downside is that when you play sounds with the case on, they are quite muted/muffled. Sound quality when talking on the phone/listening to voicemails is no issue though. Overall, this case is worth the few "defects." This case is truly lifeproof! I have filmed the kids underwater, drove away with my phone on the good of my car and dropped it more times than I can count. Looking at my phone, none of this would be noticeable! My phone is still in mint condition, I'll never own another case! (I had lifeproof on my iphone 4 for 3 years and it was always well protected).
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection, Waterproof
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great phone case
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is my second time buying one of these cases for my phone. It is amazing! My old case took repeated falls from over 5 feet on to a concrete floor and it protected my phone flawlessly! I have had this phone in pouring rain and even in the shower it stays waterproof! The only reason why I needed to buy a new case was that after a couple of years the protective screen cover was too scratched so I bought another one.
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Bulk
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great protection for your phone
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Good protection, simple design, not to bulky. Needs more color options.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
It protects my phone efficiently
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It is great a great case. It protects my phone screen from cracks and scratches. I had one Lifeproof case that is the same as I have now and the case kinda fell apart. The screen protector fell out of the case and the rubber lining on the top of the case had started to fall off.
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Protection
Cons mentioned:
Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good protection
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
nice protection, easy to put on phone, a bit pricey though
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection, Water resistance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great!
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Originally had otter box, it was very bulky. This case is slim and protect just as well + water resistant. So if I drop it in a puddle it won't get messed up like it would without it or it an otter box
Love this!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection, Water resistance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Super duper reliable phone case
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
My LifeProof fré 2001-01 case is a lifesaver. I have dropped it on numerous occasions and the case hasn't cracked at all. My screen is protected, yet it shows so clear until you can't tell it is. This case has saved me from water damage so many times. I'm glad I bought it. Great investment to protect my iPhone 5c!!
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Headphone jack
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
good case with some drawbacks
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The case protects the phone really well, but you cannot easily get to the silence switch on the side of the phone. Also takes an adapter (included) to plug in headphones. Overall though the inconvenience is worth it to protect the phone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection, Waterproof
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing case
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is my second fre case. The first lasted over 2 years before I finally wore off the waterproof seal. I wouldn't ever buy another case than lifeproof. The quality is amazing and it's kept my phone as perfect as the day in bought it. Waterproof, toddler proof and clumsy dropping proof.
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Fit, Protection
Cons mentioned:
Screen protector
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
ok case
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
was not overly impressed with this case, removed the screen protector because it was loose and made it hard to hit the proper keys, I love how its small and still 'rotects
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection, Water resistance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I bought this for my daughters phone
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
she loves it. She has dropped her phone a couple of times and it has no damage. It's water proof and I'm certain that eventually she will find out that she is glad to have this feature with the case, although she didn't want the waterproof case she'll be happy she has it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection, Water resistance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Still the best!
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I love my Lifeproof cases! This is my second one, and the protection is consistent. I can drop it, submerge it, and rinse it off when it gets dirty. As long as the case is properly installed around the phone, it's protected! Lifeproof is worth every dollar!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Bulk
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great case. Worry free
|
|
Posted .
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great case for m daughter to protect her phone. Tried several but they're all very bulky. This is pretty slim but yet offers great protection. Also best buy matched the lowest price so it was a great deal.
This review is from LifeProof - fré Case for Apple® iPhone® 5c - Black