Best Slim Iphone 5 Case

[ntnwwnet]

I've ordered a few from Amazon to try out. These are the slimmest I could find (at least until the Desmay Slight 5 comes out).

1. Apple iPhone 5 Ringke SLIM Soft Feeling Premium Hard Case : http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B00993E8B6&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

2. Anker Glaze Case for iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B008WXM43S&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

3. Photive Natural Slim Fit Case for Apple iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B0097BZNPK&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

4. AViiQ Thin Series iPhone 5 Case (sold out ): http://www.aviiq.com/collections/iphone/products/thin-series-iphone-5-case

5. Slim Hard Plastic Snap-On Matte Back Case for new iPhone5 5TH GEN (this one is the closest I could find to the Desmay Slight): http://www.ebay.com/itm/230851440663

 

[bobright]

I've ordered a few from Amazon to try out. These are the slimmest I could find (at least until the Desmay Slight 5 comes out).

1. Apple iPhone 5 Ringke SLIM Soft Feeling Premium Hard Case : http://amzn.to/QkBu8K

2. Anker Glaze Case for iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/RkT6nb

3. Photive Natural Slim Fit Case for Apple iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/S4IKX2

4. AViiQ Thin Series iPhone 5 Case (sold out ): http://www.aviiq.com/collections/iphone/products/thin-series-iphone-5-case

5. Slim Hard Plastic Snap-On Matte Back Case for new iPhone5 5TH GEN (this one is the closest I could find to the Desmay Slight): http://www.ebay.com/itm/230851440663

I like the first and last one those look really nice....too bad last one comes from HK it'd probably take forever to arrive

 

[integlspwr]

anyone know which slim case is the slimmest BUT is also transparent. I want it to be able to showcase the black iphone very well.

 

[DaGrandMastah]

anyone know which slim case is the slimmest BUT is also transparent. I want it to be able to showcase the black iphone very well.

Then you, like me, are waiting for the Desmay Slight 5.

http://www.desmay.com/

 

[integlspwr]

Then you, like me, are waiting for the Desmay Slight 5.

http://www.desmay.com/

It looks like its a cloudy clear and not crystal clear.

 

[zuckuss00]

Apple iPhone 5 Ringke SLIM Soft Feeling Premium Hard Case : http://amzn.to/QkBu8K

I'm liking that one the most so far. I HATE bulky cases. It totally defeats the point of having a slim designed phone...

My blood pressure rises when I see otterbox cases. lol

 

[App King]

Then you, like me, are waiting for the Desmay Slight 5.

http://www.desmay.com/

.35mm. Man that is thin.

 

[DaGrandMastah]

Then you, like me, are waiting for the Desmay Slight 5.

http://www.desmay.com/

The problem I always found witht he transparent cases is that they get massive scratches all over them and look terrible. The tradeoff on these others is that they are indeed a cloudy clear but they end up looking better in the long run.

 

[essential]

I use the Reception Case from IvySkin for my 4S and it's very nice, however they don't have a 5 listing yet on their site.

http://www.ivyskin.com/iphone-4-reception-case.html

 

[ntnwwnet]

Here's my reviews on the ones I purchased a few weeks ago

I ordered all of these. Below are my thoughts.

1. splash ZERO Ultra-Slim PolyCarbonate Case for iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B005SE9JYG&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

2. KaysCase HardSkin Cover Case for iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B0096Q7W6Y&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

3. elago S5 Slim Fit 2 Case for iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B009B3TVX4&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

4. BoxWave Minimus for iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B001D27I8G&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

5. [LF Black] Apple iPhone 5 Ringke SLIM Light Feeling Premium Hard Case: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B00993E7RG&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

6. [SF Matte Black] Apple iPhone 5 Ringke SLIM Soft Feeling Premium Hard Case: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B00993E8B6&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

7. Photive Hybrid iPhone 5 Bumper Case: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B0092TQHP2&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

8. KaysCase Slim Soft Skin Cover Case for iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B008OG8A9K&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

9. KaysCase HardSkin Cover Case for iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B0096Q7WOG&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

10. Photive Natural Slim Fit Case for Apple iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B0097BZNPK&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

11. Anker Glaze Case for iPhone 5: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B008WXM43S&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20

12. SPIGEN SGP iPhone 5 Case MATTE Hard Case Protection Cover [Ultra Thin Air]: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...SIN=B009D4IMH2&linkCode=as2&tag=6458422537-20


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1. Snug fit and the front has extended lip around the screen edge the glass won't touch the table if you put it face down. Top & bottom are exposed. Generic cutout for volume buttons & vibrate switch.

2. Feels cheap. But it's slim. Top & bottom exposed.

3. Very well built. Fits perfectly. Top & bottom exposed.

4. Hasn't shipped yet. I think it'll be like #3.

5. Not bad. This one's a matte color and not very grippy. Fits perfectly. Only top & bottom are exposed.

6. Same as #6, but with a rubbery, grippy feel. Fits perfectly. Only top & bottom are exposed.

7. The left, right and top of the bumper are a shiny black with the front and back edges being a off-black or almost dark grey color. Bumper is flexible but firm.

8. The case is a tight fit around the phone, it's a perfect fit that goes on without scratching the aluminum sides. The left and right bumpers of the case are hard plastic, while the back/top/bottom are rubber-ish TPU

9. It has a smooth, comfortable feel to it. It doesn't add any unnecessary weight and it fits nice and snug, as expected.

10. I like. Reminds me of the Case-Mate Barely There series. The fit is perfect. Fully covers left & right sides of phone. Top & bottom are open.

11. Meh. TPU case paired with a plastic bumper. All sides are covered.

12. Super light, no bulk, fits perfect yet not to hard to put on or take off.

 

[Giuly]

If I wouldn't use a bumper, I'd get the Spigen Ultra Thin Air:

 

[FlunkedFlank]

I'm perfectly happy with my Ringke SLIM.

 

[PsstGreek]

I bought a knock-off bumper for my iPhone5 off eBay. Got it today. For $3.25 you really can't go wrong.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/280985581638?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

 

[Giuly]

The leather-wrapped Ultra Thin Air (aka the SGP Leather Grip) doesn't look bad, either:

 

[maniacphoner]

Then also check out the Pinlo Slice. Thinnest and matte. But if you ever drop your phone, the case will crack.

The Pinlo Slice looks pretty slim and similar to the ones sold by Spigen and SwitchEasy. Spigen has the Ultra Thin Air series and SwitchEasy has their Nude Slim series.
http://cretouch.com/iphone-iphone-5-spigen-ultra-thin-air-case-c-163_415_427.html
http://www.switcheasy.com/product/NUDE_iPhone5/color/Red/

 

[nburwell]

If I wouldn't use a bumper, I'd get the Spigen Ultra Thin Air:

Just ordered a clear one on eBay on Friday and got it Monday. I definitely like this case a lot. Has a similar feel like the Incipio feather case.

 

[jcliden]

If I wouldn't use a bumper, I'd get the Spigen Ultra Thin Air:

This. Got the ultra thin in black and looks really good. The texture is not glossy or matte, but somewhere in between. And it's extremely slim and I dun think it hides the design of the iphone, but complements it.

 

[Want300]

I think the iFrogz Ultra Lean cases is one of the nicest. And its available at Best Buy's and such.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/iFrogz+...&skuId=6692305&st=ifrogz ultra lean&cp=1&lp=4

When I had it, it surprising survived quite a few drops. For some reason I dropped my 4S much more than my other previous iPhones, yet it never broke or cracked thankfully, even with this slim case on it.

Here is a picture of what it looked like on my white 4S, sorry for the odd color of the front view, bad lighting.

 

[iEnvy]

Slimline Bumper(Kickstarter Project)

 

[treeoflife]

Just ordered a clear one on eBay on Friday and got it Monday. I definitely like this case a lot. Has a similar feel like the Incipio feather case.

I have to agree w/ you regarding the similar feel to the Incipio Feather case. I have been switching around cases w/ the family members and Incipio was my first case, and now the Ultra Thin.

 

[Giuly]

Slimline Bumper(Kickstarter Project)

It doesn't protect the sides...

 

[WuMyster]

Probably gunna order the Desmay Slight 5. Anyone got a clear one on a black iphone 5?

 

[iEnvy]

It doesn't protect the sides...

Technically it does since the case protrudes out.

 

[itsjustmeee]

I go through this with every iphone i've ever had .... the search for a clear, ultra light minimalist case that doesn't hide the beauty of the phone. The Desmay Slight was going to be the winner but there's some pretty bad comments about it in another thread....

https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1457408/

so the top contender for best case now in my opinion is the Spigen SGP...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...tiveASIN=B009D4I3UI&linkCode=as2&tag=su0ab-20

I'll keep my eye on this thread for any other possibilities for a couple of days before I order though.

 

[jclfoto]

I'm confused by your description for #5 and #6.

#6 says it's similar to #6 - that sounds wrong

#5 says it's matte but you said the SF in #6 is matte

Please clarify.

I'm trying to choose the correct one for me. I want the rubbery, grippy feeling case.

Thanks.

Here's my reviews on the ones I purchased a few weeks ago

I ordered all of these. Below are my thoughts.

1. splash ZERO Ultra-Slim PolyCarbonate Case for iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/RsZx5i

2. KaysCase HardSkin Cover Case for iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/OxPwFS

3. elago S5 Slim Fit 2 Case for iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/SX8roM

4. BoxWave Minimus for iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/QfUkfR

5. [LF Black] Apple iPhone 5 Ringke SLIM Light Feeling Premium Hard Case: http://amzn.to/QDydSg

6. [SF Matte Black] Apple iPhone 5 Ringke SLIM Soft Feeling Premium Hard Case: http://amzn.to/QkBu8K

7. Photive Hybrid iPhone 5 Bumper Case: http://amzn.to/SQyQdg

8. KaysCase Slim Soft Skin Cover Case for iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/P4GtMz

9. KaysCase HardSkin Cover Case for iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/V2V1xt

10. Photive Natural Slim Fit Case for Apple iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/S4IKX2

11. Anker Glaze Case for iPhone 5: http://amzn.to/RkT6nb

12. SPIGEN SGP iPhone 5 Case MATTE Hard Case Protection Cover [Ultra Thin Air]: http://amzn.to/Sw3aUE


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1. Snug fit and the front has extended lip around the screen edge the glass won't touch the table if you put it face down. Top & bottom are exposed. Generic cutout for volume buttons & vibrate switch.

2. Feels cheap. But it's slim. Top & bottom exposed.

3. Very well built. Fits perfectly. Top & bottom exposed.

4. Hasn't shipped yet. I think it'll be like #3.

5. Not bad. This one's a matte color and not very grippy. Fits perfectly. Only top & bottom are exposed.

6. Same as #6, but with a rubbery, grippy feel. Fits perfectly. Only top & bottom are exposed.

7. The left, right and top of the bumper are a shiny black with the front and back edges being a off-black or almost dark grey color. Bumper is flexible but firm.

8. The case is a tight fit around the phone, it's a perfect fit that goes on without scratching the aluminum sides. The left and right bumpers of the case are hard plastic, while the back/top/bottom are rubber-ish TPU

9. It has a smooth, comfortable feel to it. It doesn't add any unnecessary weight and it fits nice and snug, as expected.

10. I like. Reminds me of the Case-Mate Barely There series. The fit is perfect. Fully covers left & right sides of phone. Top & bottom are open.

11. Meh. TPU case paired with a plastic bumper. All sides are covered.

12. Super light, no bulk, fits perfect yet not to hard to put on or take off.