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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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Customers are pleased with the solid protection offered by the Defender Series Pro for Apple® iPhone® 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, as well as its overall quality and secure grip. Many find that the case fits easily in their pocket and appreciate its ease of use. However, some customers have noted that the case can be a bit bulky and have experienced some trouble with wireless charging, while others have expressed disappointment with the absence of a built-in screen protector.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great phone cover

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for protection. Hate the bottom flap for the charging port.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    It protects, at a cost.

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It protected my phone from many drops and by that I mean no cracks or serious damage, but the plastic innards gave the stainless steel corners of my phone nasty nicks. I would recommend another case that does not have plastic inner shell as the last line of defense against drops.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
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      Hi there!

      We're sorry to hear about your troubles with your Defender Series case! It's odd to hear that you've seen those scuff marks, and we'll be sure to let our design team know about your experience. While we aren't able to replace the device itself, we'd be more than happy to get you taken care of with a replacement case. Give us a call at 1-855-688-7269, and we can get your claim started.

      Best,
      OtterBox Customer Service Team OtterBox

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Broke easily

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

    Last one broke easy after cradle fell off an ironing board and onto a bathroom rug

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
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      Hi there!

      We're sorry to hear about the damage to your Defender Series case! We appreciate your feedback, and we'll be sure to let our design team know about your experience. In the meantime, we have a great warranty, and we'd be more than happy to get you taken care of with a replacement case. Feel free to call us at 1-855-688-7269, and we can get your claim started.

      Best,
      OtterBox Customer Service Team OtterBox

  • Cons mentioned:
    Screen protector

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great case

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great case . The only thing it doesn’t come with a cover over the screen.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Otterbox

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s a really nice case. I did find the pink/purple combination wasn’t exactly to my liking so I ended up buying a all black case and just swapped out the pink plastic for the black plastic and it looks great. But that’s just me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Iphone protector

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The case i bought is wonderful. the phone is held securely in place, have dropped with phone many a time, and all was right with it. made of good quality, well worth the money

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy wife, happy life

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife didn’t want to change from the iPhone 11 to the 12 because she already had a purple case for the 11. Found this one on bestbuy web and got t for her. Now she has the iPhone 12. Simple things to keep her happy.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Otterbox at Best Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great! I drop my phone often and Otterbox has really saved me! I will never have another phone without the all trustworthy Outterbox that I can buy right down the street with a Clean store and Friendly, Helpfully Staff….MY LOCAL BEST BUY!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
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      Fantastic to know Otter and Best Buy are both getting it done in terms of helping to keep your device safe from harm! Glad to be part of the protective goodness!

      Cheers,
      OtterBox Customer Service Team OtterBox

  • Cons mentioned:
    Bulk

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    iPhone case

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Returned it. Couldn’t get it on the iPhone. Very very bulky.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
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      Hi Paob,

      We're bummed to hear this Defender Series Pro case didn't work out for you this time around. If you're looking for something more streamlined, we'd recommend our Symmetry Series. Please feel free to check it out on our OtterBox website. In the meantime, if you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to give us a call at (855) 688-7269 and we'd be happy to help.

      Best,
      obcst OtterBox

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Review of Defender for IPhone 13 Pro.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    With an employee order the wrong product I was forced into buying correct item at Amazon after I returned the Best Buy order.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
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      We are glad to hear that the retailer helped with this issue. OtterBox

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Charging impacted

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very solid protective case, however it does not connect well with my charging pad through the thickness of the case

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
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      Thank you for your feedback about the connection compatibility on this product. We have taken your feedback to the company for future consideration on this option. OtterBox

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Doesn’t work with MagSafe charger

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good case. The otter box standard, but it will not allow you to use the Apple magnetic charger.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
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      Hi there!

      We're sorry to hear about your disappointment with your Defender Series Pro! While that case is compatible with Qi charging pads, it is not designed for optimal functionality with MagSafe accessories. That being said, we have a sizeable lineup of OtterBox cases that we designed specifically to interact with Apple's MagSafe ecosystem. Those cases are coming soon to Apple and OtterBox.com! Sign up for email updates about those cases here: https://www.otterbox.com/en-us/iphone-12-pro?prefn1=featuresRefinements&prefv1=MagSafe

      Best,
      OtterBox Customer Service Team OtterBox

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Otter Rocks as usual

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best phone case out there, hands down. Worth every penny, every time. This has saved my phone a million times paying for itself over er & over. I upgrade my phone, I buy a new Otter case!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    a little pricey but worth it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Otterbox ... What more do i need to say? If you need to leave a review it's not really needed. they stand by their product which has never failed me yet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Pretty good case

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very satisfied with the case. If you have never owned a case like this, you need to know it comes apart to put the case on. There are no instructions. It's nice that there are covers for the silent switch on the side and the lightning port, but they're also a little annoying.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPhone 12 mini case

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought the case for my wife’s new iPhone. She always drops her phone so she needs a heavy duty case and this one does the trick. We always buy her Otterbox cases cause they are the best.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Otter Box & Screen protector

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The otter box hit my phone has been wonderful and the screen protector is an added protection. Thank you for installing for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    If you need a very rugged case

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Like thick cases and need a rugged case? Then get it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not Mag Capable

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It mentioned on the box that this case is mag capable but it is not!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
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      Hi Starks,

      It's very curious about the packaging stating anything to the contrary because the Defender Pro Series wasn't actually engineered for use with Apple's MagSafe accessories. We'd love to have a look at that, so perhaps you'd be able to reach out with a photo over on otterbox.com.

      In the meantime, if MagSafe is a must for your most recent Apple/Otter experience, feel free to take a look at our Symmetry Series+ with MagSafe right here on bestbuy.com:

      https://www.bestbuy.com/site/otterbox-symmetry-series-with-magsafe-for-apple-iphone-12-and-iphone-12-pro-black/6427855.p?skuId=6427855

      Happy Holidays,
      OtterBox Customer Service Team OtterBox

  • Cons mentioned:
    Price, Screen protector

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not a full phone protector

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It is absurd that it contains no screen protector. I had to buy one for $69 from Otterbox. What a ripoff. When you buy a phone case you expect to get the whole case

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from OtterBox Customer Support
      Posted .

      We appreciate the candid feedback and are sorry that you're feeling pretty frustrated about the lack of an included screen protector with the Defender Series Pro Case. Although an integrated plastic screen protector was a longstanding feature of our Defender Series, we actually moved away from that back in 2017 with the release of the iPhone X in response to consumer interest in either direct access to their device display or a preference for glass screen protectors.

      That said, we'll definitely share your thoughts with our quality and design folks. If we can be of any further Otter assistance, please feel welcome to give us a call at 1-855-688-7269 and we'll always be happy to help.

      Kindly,
      OtterBox Customer Service Team OtterBox

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