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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1030 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the Defender Series Pro XT MagSafe Hard Shell's excellent protection and secure fit for their Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max. Many appreciate the case's high quality, strong MagSafe functionality, and grippy design, although some find it challenging to install. While some consider the case a bit bulky or expensive, the positive feedback on protection and MagSafe outweighs these concerns for most users.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Magsafe, Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Bulk

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Protection is a must

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

    Protection is a must and it’s not bulky, plus you can charge it on the mat

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth every penny

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

    Love the case. Wasn’t so sure about the price at first but definitely worth the money. First otter box I’ve bought in a while. I miss the reliable and sturdy brand. Well worth the money and also love the mag safe addition on the back of the case

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit, Grip, Magsafe
    Cons mentioned:
    Installation

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Perfect OtterBox, assuming you can install it

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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.

    The case looks and feels great. My only gripes with the case have nothing to do with the quality of the case itself. Pros: perfect fit, no wiggle room for dust or feeling it will get loose after a while. MagSafe is strong, camera is more than well-protected, and it is very case friendly (I’m using an edge to edge ZAGG glass screen protector). The sides feel quite grippy too, which is great because the back does not. Cons: installation isn’t fun, I’ve put on maybe ten of these since this model was first introduced, and it’s never easy. I wouldn’t say it’s difficult, I don’t feel like I will damage the phone or anything, however, spending 5 minutes installing a case and digging your nails into it is not a good time. You slowly become better at it if you are removing the case often, but Otterbox could’ve done a better job in this regard. Lifeproof (which Otterbox now owns) had a very similar case called “lifeproof next” which had a better thought out installation process and still felt 95% as good as this one with very similar protection. Lastly, Otterbox covers are exposed inside of their boxes, so when you’re shopping at Best Buy for example, there’s a greater likelihood you’ll find scratches on them. I know because when I got home, mine had one. I bought another, and it had one too. The third one was fine, but just a small nitpick I have with the way the covers are exposed sitting on the shelf of retail stores.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Magsafe, Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Recommended - especially if dropped!

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

    A few months ago I got a new IPhone, and wanted a clear cover with the magnet built in for the MagSafe charger. The one I found was NOT an Otter Box and it wasn't long before it cracked. I always get Otter Box, and I must have thought the one I bought was similar enough. Later, I found the Otter Box Defender Series in a clear shell with the MagSafe magnet and it is definately better built. It even accepts the original Defender Series back with belt clip attachment, even though I don't use it. And, there is a lip around the camera lenses that help keep scratches from appearing on the lens. This one carries the Otter Box pricing (high), but I still recommend it highly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Magsafe, Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Bulk

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect case!

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

    Always been a huge Otter Box fan - this one continues to be excellent! Adds a nice layer of protection without adding too much bulk to the (already large) phone. Mag safe so no problems charging!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Magsafe, Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Installation

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Case…

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

    This case is perfect. Offers great protection, has strong magnets (for MagSafe), and all the buttons/access door is easy to access and use. A little difficult to install/uninstall but that’s the only downside to the case.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit, Magsafe

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice case

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

    Nice case and the magnet charger sticks better on this case than it did on my Pelican case, I’ve read a lot of reviews on how it goes together kinda hard but if you use something to push the flexible rubber outside edge back it goes together really easy, I had no issues at all. It’s also a pretty grippy case on the outside edges making it easier to hang onto much better than my all plastic Pelican case. The case is thin and it fits like a glove. Only disappointing thing I have to say about this case is, it didn’t come with a belt clip or any kind of holder.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit, Magsafe
    Cons mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great case! Challenging installation!

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

    Very difficult to put on, but we’ll worth the effort. Slim light design and nice tight fit that works with mag safe connection!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best case I’ve owned

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

    Great case, I went through a few different ones before landing on this one for my 14 pro max. Slimmest OtterBox I’ve owned and still provides great protection, MagSafe is strong. People complain about the install being difficult but it seriously was not nearly as hard as it was hyped up to be in the comments. Great case overall, would recommend!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Comfortable grip and stylish too

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

    I absolutely love this phone case. Very nice comfortable grip, plus it’s MagSafe and looks stylish too. I love it when a phone case is both functional and stylish too and this one is both.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Magsafe
    Cons mentioned:
    Bulk

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I only trust OTTERBOX

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best case I’ve had in a long time! Not too bulky!! I only trust OTTERBOX with my phones. This one is very clean and the MagSafe works great! Camera protection is great as well.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid case

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Case is solid, feels good in the hand and still allows for the magsafe wireless charger to work. Was about $30 more than what amazon is selling it for though if you dont mind waiting for the case to get mailed to you…

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Durability and Beauty!

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this case! The fact that I can show off my new purple iPhone 14 Pro Max and have it protected by Otterbox is the best possible match ever! Highly recommend this case if you want to protect your phone. It’s also perfect for MagSafe charging!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    OtterBox Case

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

    Great case. I previously had the Symmetry Clear case, it was starting to turn yellow so I got this one on sale. It seems sturdier than the Symmetry case but still retains the functionality of MagSafe. So far so good

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Again

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

    As always OtterBox delivers, not only is this case slimmer to allow for the magsafe charging, but it still protects the phone amazingly well. I switched to OtterBox 2 phones ago and will never own another case. The lone Con is it was a pain to get put apart to put on the phone.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great case!

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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.

    Nice and sleek and not too bulky in your pocket. I was concerned by bulkiness based on how big the phone already is. This was a pleasant surprise. It is super easy to hold, works great with the mag safe tech and protects my new phone very well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Magsafe, Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Ease of use, Price

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Does the job..

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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.

    Confused by the reviews that are saying it’s difficult to put on.. This is actually not hard to put on your iPhone. The “difficult part” is justifying the price because it doesn’t feel like 50$ worth. Other than that the case does a good job at protecting the phone but the plastic on the back feels cheap. MagSafe magnet is decent. All in all, this case gets a solid 3 stars nothing more nothing less.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awsome

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

    Really good case. Protects the phone and camera lens very well. Also has the magnets in it for the magsafe charging. Even though it does not come with the belt clip holster you can get it free with a code in the box.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for clumsy people

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

    Works great with my Apple wallet, great drop protection and fits the screen protector perfectly.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best case around

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

    Otterbox has continued to prove its worth! Great case and a great sale price! MagSafe is awesome!

    I would recommend this to a friend