Review: Evutec Karbon Osprey SI for iPhone 6+

After searching for weeks for the perfect case (I'm sure many of you can sympathize) I've finally settled on the awesome Evutec Osprey SI for my iPhone 6+. I've had it for a couple of weeks now so I can share some of my thoughts on it.

This case is the Karbon SI (Slim Impact) version, which means it has a shock absorbing TPU liner fused with Evutec's signature woven Kevlar shell. They also make the Karbon S (Slim) which is just the rigid snap-on shell for those who prefer a more minimal case. The woven finish is quite beautiful and looks like carbon fiber, although it's actually Kevlar. Mine is the Osprey grey and black color.

Despite being quite protective the case is surprisingly slim, I would say it's not much more bulky than the Apple leather case which I was using before this one. Unlike the Apple case, this one has been drop-tested to meet MIL-STD 810G-516.6 standards and covers all sides including the bottom. It has a nice lip to protect the screen when placed face-down, a feature that's pretty much standard these days.

The fit is perfect, snug but still easy to take off. The phone does not move inside the case. All openings line up perfectly. The buttons are covered and feel a little stiff but still have a nice tactile response. The matt finish feels great in the hand and offers more grip than the naked iPhone though I wish it was just a little tackier. It does however slide in and out of my pocket easily and does not collect lint or fingerprints.

A little pricey but definitely a keeper!

Gryfter said:

that wee-bit piece by the lightning port looks like it'll break within weeks...

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Yes that part above the lightning port is a little thin but it seems pretty tough, from the feel of it I can't imagine it breaking or stretching out over time. I'm not worried about it.

AAPLinc said:

Case looks pretty slick! That logo on the back reminds me of blackberry a little lol. Also, at the bottom of the logo is there a tear?

Again case looks good! I like the kevlar finish.

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Sorry I never replied to this...actually what looks like a "tear" in the logo is part of the design. That one shape is meant to look like a leaf.

FtrV8 said:

How is this case holding up? Is it a very tight fit?

Thinking for snagging one up for my 6SP, not sure if the fitment would be too tight.

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The case has been holding up great although I do rotate it with a couple other cases. It is snug but not a super tight fit, for me it is just right. I also have a Speck Candyshell "Luxury Inked" that is a much tighter fit, and it's a real pain to install and remove. The Evutec is much easier than the Candyshell.

I can highly recommend the Evutec, and I've been through quite a few cases!

FtrV8 said:

Thank you! I want to pull the trigger, but having qualms about the fit on the 6SP. Not sure if that 1mm is that much of a difference for fitment.

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People keep talking about the size difference but I'm not sure it's enough to even notice...the most telling thing is that Apple now lists their official cases as compatible with both the 6/6+ and 6S/6S+ which implies to me that they are the same size.

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Update:

Got my iPhone 6S+ and the Evutec case (was for the iPhone 6S), and it fits perfectly. Love the case. Looks, coverage and grippy! Bit thick, but coming from an Apple Leather case its a none issue.

Great case.

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Awesome glad to hear it fits! That means I can still use mine when I upgrade next year.

blue rocket said:

I first had the Karbon Si, amazing case...but I decided to try the Black Apricot Si... even better! The composite feeling of the case is fantastic (different from the rubbery feeling of the Carbon). Had the power button issues on both cases, i put two small pieces of vinyl sticker over the area where the button meets the iPhone button and it is PERFECT! Clicks like a dream. Probably the best case I have ever used.

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I have seriously thought about picking up the black apricot SI as well but right now I am switching from the Karbon and the Apple Leather...I keep telling myself I don't need another case...don't need another case...don't need another case...