How to choose a case for your needs

The abundance of products on the market aimed at protecting smartphones is so vast that customers are left with a selection like “more expensive = better.” This is not true, and this article will help you tailor a case to your needs.

It is often the case that models of cases offering better protection are more expensive than their less rugged counterparts. But is such a case the best choice? It turns out, it is not. For people who try to take care of their smartphone, a reinforced, thick, waterproof case that barely fits in a pants pocket is not necessary. However, such protection is needed for devices of people who spend their time actively. Let’s first clarify what a case is and what its purpose is.

A cover for our smartphone helps mitigate scratches and damage caused by everyday use of the device. It allows the phone to remain in impeccable visual condition and, in many cases, most importantly, protects against shocks and impacts, which can be costly for our wallet. The priority when choosing a case should always be comfort and ease of use. We should not force ourselves to invest in a case that will significantly enlarge the device when we don’t really need it. What good is it that our smartphone will be excellently protected if every attempt to reply to a message irritates us? Let’s choose cases tailored to our needs, and it so happens that our team has tested a vast number of case models and we can speak on this topic.

Slim Cases

The market for slim cases, which seemingly only adorn the smartphone, enjoys extraordinary recognition from users who have already tested this type of case. This group includes all sorts of slim cases made from a single type of material – soft polyurethane or hard polycarbonate. What can we say about this type of cover? In my opinion – it is sufficient protection for most people who care about their smartphone even minimally and are bothered by having something thicker on their device. An example that I am very familiar with could be the MSVII case, in which the Xiaomi Mi5 experienced several more serious falls over the year. The side effect is that after removing the case, the smartphone looks almost like new. Although the screen is protected by tempered glass, the glass back was excellently protected and does not have a single scratch.

Hybrid Cases

Hybrid constructions are a recommended alternative for almost everyone who normally uses their smartphone. They are not afraid of falls, do not need incredibly thin covers, the phone is simply meant to serve. Devices equipped with a hybrid case + tempered glass are a set that will not be afraid of everyday use. Scratches, falls from small heights, shocks – a hybrid case gives a great chance that nothing will happen to our smartphone. Very often, premium brand cases (e.g., brands like Ringke or Spigen) have a military certificate MIL-STD-810G, which means that the manufacturer declares performing durability tests that involve dropping the smartphone several times from heights of 1.2m and 1.8m. This does not give us a 100% guarantee, of course, but it gives a general idea of durability and level of protection. Because if we try hard enough, we can even damage an old Nokia 3310 🙂

Rugged Protection

Cases intended for people who spend their time actively or whose work involves physical, intense activity. Many materials on, for example, YouTube show what these types of cases can do. It is a relatively expensive and less convenient solution than hybrid constructions, but if, due to conditions, we want to protect our smartphone as best as possible, rugged products will be a great solution. Some rugged products, like Atomic Ghostek, allow for the tight sealing of the smartphone in the case, thus cutting it off from water, dust, and dirt.

Flip Cases

A type of cover that has both its supporters and opponents. The flap covering the screen allows for its proper protection provided we are not using the smartphone at the time. Typically, this type of case is a hybrid of a silicone cover mounted in a closing construction, often filled with polyurethane. We must decide for ourselves whether such a case meets our requirements – from experience, I can say that it is quite a troublesome type of case if we often mount the smartphone in car holders and if we operate the smartphone with only one hand, as it does not allow for a full grip of each edge of the case. But that’s just my subjective feeling and many people highly praise this type of solution due to, for example, better protection. DuxDucis is currently the only manufacturer whose flip cases we offer in our store.

Different Cases for Different Occasions?

The ideal way seems to be having different types of cases for different smartphone usage conditions. In everyday use, choose, for example, hybrid constructions, and during a mountain trip, put a more rugged model on our device, which will prevent damage to our phone if it accidentally falls. There is no perfect case – otherwise, there would only be one model on the market that suits everyone in every situation. And that will never be the case.

In summary: the choice of case is up to you. You must determine your needs and choose a product that is tailored to them. If you have doubts – you can always contact us before purchasing, and we will try to help you choose the right solution.