Which iPhone 4 case should I buy?

natekettles · Nov 3, 2010, 07:49 AM

Hi all,

My iPhone 4 is on its way

and I want to buy a case for it. I've watched lots of video's on youtube and read some reviews, but I must say, there are so many options to choose from!

I have narrowed it down to the following three cases. And I would really appreciate your vote and advice on which one to get.

The features that are important to me are: a slim design (must not make my iPhone too bulky), good protection from bumps and small drops, and a nice look and feel.

Here they are:

Incipio NGP Case - http://www.myincipio.com/product/IPH...tte-Black.html

Speck CandyShell - http://www.speckproducts.com/iphone/...hell-1412.html

iSkin Solo - http://www.iskin.com/iphone4/solo/details.tpl

Please share your views and pro's and con's on any or all of the cases.

Thanks

reeco · Nov 3, 2010, 08:40 AM

The iSkin I Like.

Check out the gear 4 thin ice case on my youtube channel. Will give you a good idea what the iskin will be like.

djransom · Nov 3, 2010, 10:05 AM

I have the Candyshell and the NGP & if I had to pick from those I would go with the NGP based on what you're looking for. You can pick up the NGP from Walmart as well for $20.

natekettles · Nov 3, 2010, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djransom

I have the Candyshell and the NGP & if I had to pick from those I would go with the NGP based on what you're looking for. You can pick up the NGP from Walmart as well for $20.

Thanks, I am leaning towards the NGP, however almost all agree that the CandyShell will provide more protection. Could you tell me, does the CandyShell make the iPhone feel very bulky? Like does it make it difficult to hold and use with one hand?

djransom · Nov 3, 2010, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by natekettles

Thanks, I am leaning towards the NGP, however almost all agree that the CandyShell will provide more protection. Could you tell me, does the CandyShell make the iPhone feel very bulky? Like does it make it difficult to hold and use with one hand?

It does add a little bulk. I'm still able to hold the phone with one hand though. Do a search for Candyshell and a thread with some pics should come up to help you decide as well. Good luck.

Austin M. · Nov 4, 2010, 06:26 PM

I highly recomend the Incipio NGP with a full body shield from like SGP or something. The case gives you a very good amount of drop protection and the full body shield will prevent scratches and what not. The CandyShell is too bulky in my opinion and I heard that the iSkin isn't of great quality. Also, if you use screen protectors, the iSkin will bubble it like mad.

Here's a great Incipio NGP YouTube review. Incipio NGP TPU Case for iPhone 4

Meltdownblitz · Nov 4, 2010, 09:58 PM

Hmm.. I currently wouldnt recommend any of your choices for what your looking for. Candyshell is an awesome case but it is a bit bulky IMO. I only use that when I need something quite protective for my phone. I didn't really care for the NGP, went back the next day as it bubbled the heck out of my screen protector. As for the iskin, not to sure about that one, but haven't heard good things about it. Heres a similar case to the iSkin Solo, made by Speck which you can never go wrong with their company's products. Its called the Speck SeeThru, Check it out, Larry Greenberg just did an awesome video review on it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Sq4hgU8coY

luke.2008 · Nov 10, 2010, 09:07 AM

depends by what you are looking for i have bought the element case and i don't like it very much
it is not bad but in the hand it feels strange probably too large and there is the problem that only the iphone 4 slim cherger work, so the old car cherger etc doesn't work
i have bought the gorilla case in carbon and for me it is fantastic, very solid and a wondeful looking

Angel baby · Nov 10, 2010, 09:43 PM

I like the Candyshell as it provides really good protection, but it would make iphone look like a brick!

rhibbs · Nov 11, 2010, 12:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Angel baby

I like the Candyshell as it provides really good protection, but it would make iphone look like a brick!

I have the same feelings , although I donn't own an iPhone 4 now.

i3igsmooth5769 · Nov 16, 2010, 01:51 PM

i have the incipio and its a great case...but the speck does look cool, but from what i understand, it does show scratches.

easygo · Oct 25, 2012, 01:54 AM

i think the 3rd one is nicer, it is colorful and protective

amymany · Oct 25, 2012, 04:41 AM

i like the iSkin Solo better

View Poll Results: Which iPhone 4 case is the best?
Incipio NGP Case	12	32.43%
Speck CandyShell	17	45.95%
iSkin Solo	8	21.62%
Voters: 37. You may not vote on this poll

Nov 3, 2010, 07:49 AM	#1
natekettles macrumors newbie Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Cape Town, South Africa	Which iPhone 4 case should I buy? Hi all, My iPhone 4 is on its way and I want to buy a case for it. I've watched lots of video's on youtube and read some reviews, but I must say, there are so many options to choose from! I have narrowed it down to the following three cases. And I would really appreciate your vote and advice on which one to get. The features that are important to me are: a slim design (must not make my iPhone too bulky), good protection from bumps and small drops, and a nice look and feel. Here they are: Incipio NGP Case - http://www.myincipio.com/product/IPH...tte-Black.html Speck CandyShell - http://www.speckproducts.com/iphone/...hell-1412.html iSkin Solo - http://www.iskin.com/iphone4/solo/details.tpl Please share your views and pro's and con's on any or all of the cases. Thanks __________________ MacBook Air 13"; iPhone 5
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Nov 3, 2010, 08:40 AM	#2
reeco macrumors regular Join Date: Oct 2007	The iSkin I Like. Check out the gear 4 thin ice case on my youtube channel. Will give you a good idea what the iskin will be like. __________________ iPhone Giveaway, Reviews and Unboxings here: Subscribe
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Nov 3, 2010, 10:05 AM	#3
djransom macrumors 68040 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chi-Town	I have the Candyshell and the NGP & if I had to pick from those I would go with the NGP based on what you're looking for. You can pick up the NGP from Walmart as well for $20. __________________ Live and love life
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Nov 4, 2010, 06:26 PM	#6
Austin M. macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Washington	I highly recomend the Incipio NGP with a full body shield from like SGP or something. The case gives you a very good amount of drop protection and the full body shield will prevent scratches and what not. The CandyShell is too bulky in my opinion and I heard that the iSkin isn't of great quality. Also, if you use screen protectors, the iSkin will bubble it like mad. Here's a great Incipio NGP YouTube review. Incipio NGP TPU Case for iPhone 4 __________________ *On The Edge Apps - Gadgets, Apps, & Case Reviews*
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Nov 4, 2010, 09:58 PM	#7
Meltdownblitz macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jan 2010	Hmm.. I currently wouldnt recommend any of your choices for what your looking for. Candyshell is an awesome case but it is a bit bulky IMO. I only use that when I need something quite protective for my phone. I didn't really care for the NGP, went back the next day as it bubbled the heck out of my screen protector. As for the iskin, not to sure about that one, but haven't heard good things about it. Heres a similar case to the iSkin Solo, made by Speck which you can never go wrong with their company's products. Its called the Speck SeeThru, Check it out, Larry Greenberg just did an awesome video review on it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Sq4hgU8coY
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Nov 10, 2010, 09:07 AM	#8
luke.2008 macrumors newbie Join Date: Nov 2010	depends by what you are looking for i have bought the element case and i don't like it very much it is not bad but in the hand it feels strange probably too large and there is the problem that only the iphone 4 slim cherger work, so the old car cherger etc doesn't work i have bought the gorilla case in carbon and for me it is fantastic, very solid and a wondeful looking
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Nov 10, 2010, 09:43 PM	#9
Angel baby Banned Join Date: Jul 2010	I like the Candyshell as it provides really good protection, but it would make iphone look like a brick!
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Nov 16, 2010, 01:51 PM	#11
i3igsmooth5769 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA	i have the incipio and its a great case...but the speck does look cool, but from what i understand, it does show scratches. __________________ iPhone 2G 8 GB ipod nano 3rd gen 8 GB iPhone 4 16 GB 13" Macbook pro 2010
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Oct 25, 2012, 01:54 AM	#12
easygo macrumors newbie Join Date: Oct 2012	the third one i think the 3rd one is nicer, it is colorful and protective
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Oct 25, 2012, 04:41 AM	#13
amymany Banned Join Date: Aug 2012	i like the iSkin Solo better
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