Customers recognize the Defense Bumper for Apple Watch 44mm as offering great protection and being easy to use. Many appreciate its snug fit and the reasonable price point, while some note that the appearance is improved and the screen protector is a valuable addition. However, concerns exist regarding water resistance and the potential for the case to add bulk. A few users also mentioned issues with color changes over time.
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Do not wait your money!!!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This product started out well but exactly a month in and the screen covering has a huge crack in it! Extremely disappointed!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
PoorWatchGuard
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Impossible to keep
Clean- hard to touch screen thru
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Appearance, Protection
Cons mentioned:
Bulk
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent bumper for your Apple Watch
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a great bumper for your Apple Watch. I like this one better than the type that requires removing the bands to install…it simply just pops on easily. And pops off easily when intended; not worried it will come off accidentally. It makes cleaning it simple. It seems very sturdy as it is made from aluminum and coated to protect your device. And it doesn’t come with a cover over the screen, which is of benefit so when water or debris gets beneath it won’t interfere with functionality. While it does add some bulk to the watch, I don’t feel like it is much and it looks nice. So far so good. I recommend getting this one.
This review is from Raptic - Defense Bumper for Apple Watch 44mm - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Fit
Cons mentioned:
Water resistance
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Great If You Don’t Get It Wet
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I really like the way this fits over my watch and allows the color to show through but, as another reviewer pointed out, water gets under the screen and causes problems with the watch interface. I got this watch yesterday and couldn’t unlock it this morning. I had no trouble after showering or after swimming yesterday, but it just wouldn’t let me do anything until I took it apart, dried it, and put it back together. This is my fifth or sixth Apple Watch, and I’m pretty sure I’ve had this brand before. Unfortunately, I’m going to have to return it this time and try a different brand.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Water resistance
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Raptic Bumper
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This bumper is great for protecting the screen and the face of the watch. The downfall to this bumper is that anytime you wash your hands or get around water the water get under the bumper and stops you from being able to do any interfacing with the watch.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Color, Water resistance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
It’s great for the price
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So I’ve had this for more than a few months. It’s great and protects your watch. Few issues: when water gets to it, you pretty much have to take it apart and wipe it manually or wait for it to dry but I wouldn’t risk damaging the watch. Other thing is that it does look like it is slowly turning to a different color. I don’t know if it’s just from use or some microscopic dirt, but it’s not 100% clear anymore. So sooner or later you may have to buy a new one
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price, Protection
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Get one if you're concerned...
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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.
If you're concerned you might bump your wrist on something or otherwise crack your watch display, consider one of these bumpers.
This one is clear and allows you to enjoy the style and color of your Apple Watch. It's also not very expensive when comparing the cost of screen replacement.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Bulk, Water resistance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
It has its faults but it does the trick just fine.
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is the second time I purchase this item for my Apple Watch. I must say that I had mixed reviews of the first one I bought. Water would quickly get inside of it, prompting me to remove it to clean it up. As a result, the portion that covered the screen became loose and eventually broke while cleaning it. I decided to give it a second chance since it wasn’t an expensive item. I must say I learned from my mistakes from the first time. when washing dishes or my hands I just pull the watch a little higher than my wrist. That it self has gotten rid of the water getting inside of the protector. Now the protector is very sturdy and has helped my watch from suffering damages while bumping it into walls. I don’t have any issues when it comes to charging the phone or see the need to remove the protector for that matter. Occasionally I do remove it to clean it to keep it looking nice. Given its design it’s bound to become yellowish but as any other product, it’s bound to need a replacement. All in all, it does the work fine when it comes to protecting my watch without feeling or looking too bulky. That along with the price makes it a good purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Bulk
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good price and good product!
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Have had this for over a year now and it’s held up. Protects the screen and the watch well. I can still use the watch just like I didn’t have anything over the screen. It’s a little bulky though so some people might not like that.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Water resistance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great protection
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Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works great, if I would not have had this on my watch I would have had to replace the watch at least 4 times, great protection. Only draw back is it does get water under it sometimes when I’m washing my hands, but its easy enough to remove and dry.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Fit
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A Good Protector that You Aren't SUPPOSED to Need
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Apple SAYS you don't need a screen protector for the Watch, but there is a coating over the top of the glass that IS fairly easy to scratch. A scratch in the coating doesn't affect the ability to use the Watch. And while it might not be easy to scratch the glass, if you do, yeah, that's not covered by the warranty.
I'm not particularly rough on a watch these days, but it's not like I NEVER drop things or bang my wrist into things, so I went with this - screen protector and rubbery bumpers.
Fits snuggly and doesn't impact use of the Watch. I occasionally find Watch covers on the ground - nobody puts their name on their product, but I DO see similar designs for less - and I suspect you pay for what you get. This product requires removal of the band, placement of the product on the Watch (the back parts you can see in the picture go around the back of the Watch, making it less-likely to pop-off the Watch like those one I see on the ground), and then reinstall the band.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Appearance, Fit
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Apple watch protector
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Fits perfectly. Also, looks great. My daughter is really enjoying this for her apple watch.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Price, Protection
Cons mentioned:
Bulk
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great screen protector for the Apple Watch se
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great bumper case for my ape watch. I recently got the Apple Watch se model and was looking for something to protect the screen and sides. I work outside and needed something not too bulky on my wrist. This fit the bill great price and it works like it is supposed to. Thank Best buy
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Appearance, Protection
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
decent, removable protection at a moderate price
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I got this for protecting my watch when I'm working on messy projects. I don't use a lot but it seems to do a decent job of protecting the screen and sides from scratches without being too obtrusive. I like that it's clear and not very noticeable.
It only slightly hinders the touch screen. At first I barely noticed but over time realized I have to push down just a little bit, and the corners are a little less responsive.
I wish it did a better job of keeping dust out, but I don't know how any screen protector could do that and still leave access to the scroll button.
Since I only use it occasionally I may look for a version that can snap on/off without have to remove the straps, but overall it offers decent, removable protection at a relatively low price.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Fit, Protection
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
It protects your watch - buy it !
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
So to illustrate how tough this bumper is, a Best Buy associated took her own watch off and through it down to the metal shelving below - hard. This thing did not crack, scratch or anything. I'm not entirely sure what the screen face is made of but its tough. The bumper itself is plastic but not cheap feeling and it just really wraps well around the whole watch. Do you worry about it popping off, either, there is no way it could as you have to thread the bands through it and its going to fit snug.
Also, with anything sitting between the watch face itself and something above it you might have concerns about bubbles or fogginess - I've experienced no issues. The watch protective face is as clear today as it was when I purchased it and it does not degrade sensitivity of operation of the watch. I've banged this watch against door facings and stuff - no damage or cracks. So this is a no brainer to me.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Protection!
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I just upgraded from series 3 watch to series 6. My old watch had several scratches and I wanted to prevent that with my new watch. This case provided excellent protection to the screen and sides of my watch while allowing full functionality of the screen. It’s a little tricky to put it on and a you definitely want to make sure the watch and the inside of the case are clean before putting it on.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great bumper!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I’ve been using this bumper for my Apple Watch for a few months now, and since I work blue-collar my watch is always getting bumped and my screen has remained scratch-free. I highly recommend this case and bumper!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Color, Water resistance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Ok
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It keeps the watch from getting damaged. Over time it turns yellow and when you wash your hands water gets under it and you have to take it off your watch to get the water out or the touch screen won’t work
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Appearance, Protection
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent protection and looks
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It has already saved me from a scratch and it looks really good on my watch.
This review is from Raptic - Defense Bumper for Apple Watch 44mm - Black
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Protection
Cons mentioned:
Bulk
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
good design
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It's well designed bumper for Apple watch. It does not look bulky and is not heavy at all. It'd be much better if the bumper can get slightly higher than the surface of a watch to provide more protection...
This review is from Raptic - Defense Bumper for Apple Watch 44mm - Black