Customer Reviews and Ratings

2.5 out of 5 stars

Based on 38 reviews

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Awful, shoddy product. Do not buy.

    • Written by from Leeds

    6 of 8 people found this useful

    This product costs too much and last less than a year. I am very careful with my phone, always placing it in a separate pocket to everything else, usually in my coat. Yet, even given these circumstances, this thing has split and broken.

    Why do Apple seem to be failing in quality these days?

    Was this useful? Awful, shoddy product. Do not buy.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Broken my back screen protector

    • Written by from London

    19 of 22 people found this useful

    Well bought this bumper thinking that will help if my phone falls on the floor, however today I had a horrible pleasure my phone has fell on the floor and smashed.recommend to buy proper case instead of this one, also is not the chepeast one!

    Was this useful? Broken my back screen protector

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    You get what you pay for.

    • Written by from Chipping Norton

    16 of 16 people found this useful

    I've spent lots of money on inexpensive cases for my white iPhone 4s, and they've all had their problems and ended up being abandoned. They deform or they discolour (or both), or they just frankly spoil the look of your lovely white phone. So far I love this bumper. It looks really stylish, and the metal buttons are very classy. It's rigid and I can't see how it will deform. So far I've had no discolouration (which means it's already beaten my last Hard Candy case). This isn't really designed to protect your phone, but rather to make it easier to hold (we all know the iPhone is a terribly slippery beast) whilst also looking gorgeous. You get what you pay for, and I think if you want a good quality bumper that might just last more than a week this is probably the thing to buy.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Deteriorates Quickly

    • Written by from Leicester

    12 of 17 people found this useful

    Out of the pack this looks good - though it is difficult to justify the price.

    But it doesn't last. The stiffened plastic frame doesn't stand up to even a few removals to say, clean your phone. The soft rubberized trim discolours and gets damaged.

    It seems a shame to wrap a 4S in a tatty bumper (after only 4 months). Replacing it that regularly makes no sense, it would be better to spend the money on the insurance excess if you dropped the phone.

    Next I will look of a slip on case like a wallet. That will take the jean back pocket better.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Waste of time and money!

    • Written by from Rowley Regis

    15 of 20 people found this useful

    Just returned the white iPhone bumper to my local Apple store. Brought it 3 days ago, used it since then, first of all I noticed the grey rubber grip was scratched. Also it started to discolour very quickly just by putting it down on a desk or in my pocket. My advice, don't waste £26 on something that discolours and scratches. I will stick with my leather pouch. I wouldn't even give it one star, but Apple don't allow me to give this 0 stars.

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    It Does What It Says, Brilliantly

    • Written by from London

    7 of 9 people found this useful

    I gave this product a 5-star review, because this product does what it says, and does it briliantly.

    I have read some of the other reviews, I think there was a common mistake there which is that the main function of this case, is not protection, but customisation. The case really gives your iPhone a modern style; the colour I bought, which is white, is the same as what it is shown on the web-page, and the extended mental buttons are just classy.

    The case has a unique design, which can protect your iPhone from being scratched when you put it on a table or any other flat surfaces, as well, as the case is thicker than the phone. The edge of the case is rubber, which feels comfortable at hands, and reduce scratches on other subjects, and noises when your put it down on a table, etc.

    I do agree with the fact that the case limits the compatibility of your iPhone with some other accessories, though, but this is relative, as you can also say the other accessories limit your usage of this case.

    If the material of the rubber edge can be improve, the case will be perfect, as I found it is not that anti-slippery.

    Overall, 5 stars and highly recommended.

    Was this useful? It Does What It Says, Brilliantly

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Simply the best case design for the iPhone 4.

    • Written by from Glenealy

    14 of 20 people found this useful

    I got a free bumper with my 1st gen iPhone 4 because of the apple case giveaway that followed the antenna controversy. It was so good that when the time came to upgrade my phone, I bought a new bumper case for my new iPhone 4S.

    The bumper is everything a case should be. It doesn't ruin the look of a beautiful product, it compliments it. It doesn't get in the way, it's totally unobtrusive. And finally it does a really good job of protecting the phone. To illustrate, let me recount a little story...

    I fell walking down some steps while carrying the iPhone in my right hand. Basically, I went flying up into the air and crashed down on my back. To break my fall I instinctively put out my hands. The side of the iPhone crashed into the stone steps with the full weight of my body behind it. The result? A little scuff on the bumper but absolutely no damage to the phone.

    The bumper is a minimalist case but it's a great design and it does a great job. Buy one!

    Was this useful? Simply the best case design for the iPhone 4.

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Tad expensive, but looks good

    • Written by from kings lynn

    5 of 11 people found this useful

    It is overpriced for what it is, but it does look pretty nice and it does it's job well. Haven't had any issues with the metal band around the iphone scratching, but I was very careful when putting it on.

    Overall, very happy!

    Was this useful? Tad expensive, but looks good

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Quality Average, Price Aweful

    • Written by from Sheffield

    24 of 31 people found this useful

    I purchased one of these in the meadowhall store in sheffield, had the product 2 weeks and it is already falling apart, its dirty, and makes the phone look shocking and cheap. Not worth £26 if maybe £10 at most....

    Was this useful? Quality Average, Price Aweful

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Good Case frame

    • Written by from PONTYPRIDD

    15 of 22 people found this useful

    Yes its more likely to stain due to its nature or rubber edges, its rather obvious if you choose white but it goes really well with the white iphone 4s.

    I had this cover about 2 weeks now and so far so good its still clean inside the bumper frame but that depends on the use of the phone, i use it day to day through work and night.

    Alcahol wet wipes can fix minor stains but avoid if you have engine oil or brake dust on your finger tips!

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Rubbish

    • Written by from Leicester

    34 of 41 people found this useful

    This bumper thing is absolutely rubbish! It has actually scratched my I phone more than it would if I didn't have one as I compared it to my friends who hasn't got a case. I've never dropped it but I keep it in my pocket but the inside of the bumper is hard plastic and has actually scratched the metal sides of the phone really bad! Do not get this rubbish!

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    NO NOT GET THIS CASE!!!

    • Written by from Rhondda

    15 of 19 people found this useful

    i've had 2 Apple bumpers now and they were both terrible! not only does it let dirt into the case which scratches and stains the metal surrounding the iPhone 4 but also the bumper cracks and bends out of place and the colours fade very fast! i wouldn't recommend this to ANYONE!!

  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Good at first

    • Written by from tipton

    17 of 19 people found this useful

    Had the bumper for about a month now at first it was fine I have taken it off a few times to make shore nothing has gotten underneath that can scratch it with no issues found with it but I have just taken it off and have found scuff marks on the steel rim from were the bumper has rubbed it with in normal were and tear.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Great... to begin with

    • Written by from Cardiff

    13 of 17 people found this useful

    It's so disappointing to have the most wonderful mobile phone surround and have it degrade over a handful of months and eventually fall apart. It loses a star as each month progresses and Apple should be ashamed of how it breaks down when you consider what they're charging for it. Buyer beware.

  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Great quality, best iPhone casing out there.

    • Written by from York

    5 of 10 people found this useful

    I chose the black bumper - it looks simple and classy on the black iPhone and great on the White iPhone as well. I had a good 9 months use out of this bumper before it broke and it was about 6 months before major signs of wear and tear were evident. It does the job of protecting the iPhone against uneccesary scratching and also against minor drops, however I did feel it did not solve the problem of losing signal. If you want a simple, quality case this is for you (I've tried other alternatives which aren't as good) but do think about the price first, which I would consider high end for such a product.

    Was this useful? Great quality, best iPhone casing out there.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Best cover out there!

    • Written by from NØRRESUNDBY

    9 of 17 people found this useful

    I had to write a review to even out the bad score this product seems to be getting. I have owned this bumper in both white and blue color for a couple of months now and it has been nothing but the best iPhone cover I have ever had. It fits beautifully and is non-intrusive, leaving all the beauty of the white/black iPhone intact. It does NOT scratch like others claim and it does not get particularly dirty at all. If you usually take care of your iPhone, clean it once a week, keep it in clean compartments, this cover will last and will continue to look beautiful. I hesitated when buying this product, due to the many bad reviews, however I am happy I trusted my instincts. This is a fantastic cover and your best accessory for the iPhone

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Expensive and doesn't last

    • Written by from LONDON

    11 of 13 people found this useful

    Was wonderful for about the first three months, then it started to slowly come apart. After a year it's now unusable. Fortunately I was given this for nothing, but I won't be getting another. Avoid, unless you have money to burn.

    Was this useful? Expensive and doesn't last

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Surprisingly Good

    • Written by from Newport

    26 of 35 people found this useful

    When I got my iphone 4 the first thing I thought was that it needed some sort of case/protection, decided on the bumper as I liked the look of the phone so didnt necessarily want to hide too much of it. Read the reviews on here and was a little put off as they were quite mixed, but, I have been pleasantly surprised, I bought the white bumper (as I have the white iphone 4) and it has been great - yes I have to remove it when I am using the iphone in the car (charger/USB) but it is so easily taken on and off that it is not really a problem, liked it so much have now bought one in black as well! Also, I can use the apple headphones on mine with the bumper on.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Started off well...

    • Written by from London

    29 of 39 people found this useful

    I got the bumper as part of the free programme last year, but it has rapidly fallen apart over the past few weeks. Headphones and speakers were a nightmare to the point that I just carried my old iPod around with me too.

    I wanted to get a replacement but £26 is hideous for a piece of rubber. I could probably buy an entire tyre for a similar price, not to mention an actual phone.

  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    One of my worst ever purchases.

    • Written by from St. Neots

    34 of 36 people found this useful

    Sure, it looks nice - but I just paid £26 to instantly lose compatibility with a raft of headphones, chargers and various accessories; and it doesn't even offer much protection for my iPhone.

    I buy a lot of gadgets; this is one of the most stupid ways I have ever wasted £26. And it hasn't even begun the promised falling-apart and phone-scratching yet. What a flunk!

    Was this useful? One of my worst ever purchases.

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