i-Blason Case for Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G (2021) Transparent Protection Bumper TPU Shockproof [Ares Series] Without Screen Protector (Black)

Color is pretty, over time it does get darker. It has saved my phone multiple times.

Had this case on my S8 Active. This one, on the S21 ULTRA, is a little more flimsy on the sides, but still a great case and trust it to protect the phone. Make sure you buy a durable tempered glass to protect the screen, as this case does not come with one!

This case was the live saver for my s21 ultra. This product is very durable and will never spend $40-$50 on a phone case ever again. This was less than 20 and does a better job and has a better fit.

Not the best but still really good!

I sought out this case because it’s identical to the one I had on my Note 9 for three years. It’s bulletproof. The button responsiveness is great, too. The fit around the camera plateau is tight. This is good, but be aware that if you use a glass protector over the cameras it might bulge a bit. I was able to fit a stick-on glass screen protector too. Lastly, with a clear back, you can put in your own graphics.

It breaks pretty easy if you take it on and off too much, get dirt under the case too so you’re forced to take it off. But it does have great protection if you can suffer the consequence of having to piece your case back together bit by bit.

I dropped my phone with this case on onto concrete from a fully extended 20 foot manlift and it did not break or scratch at all.

I am the type of person who drops my phone at least once a day and since having this case I have not broken my last 2 phones.

The case is a bit bulky and takes a while to get used to the feel of it in your hands, but if you NEED your phone protected as a serial dropper or construction worker, I 100% recommend this case.

I am a big fan of these type of hybrid, dual-layered rugged cases where a PC face frame inserts into a TPU bumper. I ordered the i-Blason Ares for my S21 Ultra primarily because it was the only brand hybrid case that was available to ship when I needed it to. I should have continued shopping around, and I urge you to do the same.

First concern is it doesn’t have the built-in screen protector that other brands have. While these protectors aren’t always the best (rainbow or visible dot matrix), it poses an interesting challenge with this case. I’ve tried several brands of “case-friendly” screen protectors that aren’t compatible with this case.

But as you can see in my photo, my main concern is the build quality of the face frame. I noticed the plastic felt flimsy compared to other brands when installing, and sure enough, the frame snapped at a corner. You can see the same issue in several other reviewer photos here on Amazon. I’m not sure if this compromises the drop protection of the case, but surely it will void the water and dirt intrusion mil spec protection. Regardless, this shouldn’t happen on a $20 “rugged” case after a few weeks of usage.

I would avoid this case and consider the Poetic or Unicorn Beetle brands.