Pelican Shield iPhone 16 Pro Max Case [Compatible with MagSafe] Rugged Phone Case w/ 21ft Military-Grade Drop Protection - Heavy Duty Phone Cover w/Belt Clip Holster for iPhone 16 Pro Max - Carbon

While driving towards the freeway, I inadvertently left my iPhone with THIS protective case on top of my car. As I accelerated, the phone remained securely positioned until I reached speeds exceeding 70 miles per hour. During this period, the phone number fell off my car and the case and rolled several times before coming to rest in the middle of the freeway. Remarkably, the phone remained undamaged throughout the incident. It continued to ping its location until I was able to safely retrieve it.I was astounded by the resilience of this phone case and the phone’s complete absence of any damage. The only component that required replacement was a small screen protector that had covered the camera lens. To this day, I continue to utilize the case for its protective capabilities.

Very disappointed in this product. I have other pelican cases and they are absolutely amazing but this phone case misses the mark by so much it shouldn’t be in the same category as the cases. So quick back story, I bought one of these and had it for just about a month and started noticing that the buttons would click extra. Thought it was odd but didn’t notice anything until I removed the phone from the case. The bumper buttons inside the case to allow pressing the buttons on the phone to be easier. Are cheaply made plastic parts. The whole case is just poorly made.After that, I contacted pelican and their customer service was amazing and they got me a replacement case. Most of what was explained didn’t make much sense. One rep told me those parts are meant to be removed for cleaning but the parts are connected to the frame. Regardless, they sent me a new case. Sadly it’s been about another month and the same issue is happening. Already had one button fall out. So now this case is again, useless. I really wish for a 60 dollar case these were better. I mean I could have bought an otter box for the same money and wouldn’t be writing this review but wanted to give pelican a shot. Unfortunately, not happening again.

The best pelican case I’ve owned so far. Fits the phone like a glove. It’s built like a tank. Looks good and isn’t as bulky as some other cases of this type.

This case is so thin and light that I almost keep thinking it isn’t there. Fits perfectly and the extra magnet material solves a lot of “MagSafe” difficulty with other cases. Very very easy to install. Buttons all work as though there’s no case over them. Perfect quality, basically.The increased rim height around the camera lenses is a very good feature since most cases are inadequate in that area.The only thing to be aware of is that, given the lightness of the case, it can’t possibly have the maximum protective value available, but this trade off is ok for me because I’m not prone to dropping my phone. (I’ve never had a cracked screen protector since they were invented, and I don’t work on a construction site.) It will prevent scratches though and should be good enough to usually prevent damage from the usual hand held heights. That’s the sort of design tradeoff use case it’s for.

Perfect protection. I drop my phone at least weekly. I do recommend a screen protector as well, but w this case you can drop on concrete or throw at a zombie without damaging your phone! I use this with the newer pop socket that can also serve as a stand.

I am a big fan of Pelican cases and have used them for many years to carry laptops, electronics, firearms, and more - I currently have five of them in my house and we have several at work. So when I got a new iPhone 16 Pro Max in November I was happy to see this great looking Pelican phone case to fit it. At $70 it was expensive - twice the price of my usual Otterbox Commuter case that I've put on my last half dozen work & personal phones - but I figured it was Pelican quality so it would last a long time and be worth it.The thing arrived and is a beautiful piece. It's a pretty significant case, looks great and seems to offer great protection. The carbon fiber panel on the back looks real too. Unfortunately it is a little slippery in the hand especially if you're sweating - it needs to be more tactile/offer better purchase somehow. Also more importantly it does not seem to be very tough? In just four months mine has a couple cracked plastic bits, plus the carbon fiber on the back is discolored and worn looking ONLY where my index finger goes when holding the phone up to my ear. The aforementioned Otterbox Commuter case for half the price would've lasted a lot longer - I have one on my work phone that is at least a year and a half old and is in way better shape than this four month old Pelican.Long story short it's a good case but is definitely not living up to the Pelican toughness I'm used to. I will not be ordering another one, I'm going back to Otterbox instead.UPDATE: they sent me a new one in February (3 months in) under warranty. I put it on the phone and now four months later it's doing the same thing - visible wear on the carbon fiber just from holding/using the phone. Back to Otterbox I guess. Pretty sad, Pelican used to be super high quality stuff...

I should have read the reviews better, but knowing Pelican and the other quality cases they make, I was fooled. Like most, the plastic around the camera button broke almost right away. I should of returned it then but I was still a believer in Pelican. Know, a few months later, all the buttons on the left side broke and no longer work to control the buttons on the phone. I've had cheaper cases last yeas longer and protect the phone just as well. Don't be fooled by the name and waste your money.

Always love the pelican products functional great value and very durable. Does not block screwn good grip