As a ZF5 user I can appreciate all your efforts on this! It seems this year there is a drought on reliable cases to use and with even major companies still not having the case even available to purchase yet!! I'm a minimalist with an already chunky boy, I've heard good things about pitaca cases and my S23 ultra has the latercase by unbox therapy. Still on the fence but great recommendations on here sir. New subscriber here for sure!
Well, if you are a true minimalist and no other brands does a thin and nice looking case, and also a case with the same fitment. Then what to, if you could buy the fold I think you can save for some days more and buy this awesome looking case. Every other case seems to be so bulky...
1) Magsafe needs to be a standard feature on android or all cases going forward. 2) They need to make an s-pen attachment for the samsung standing case. I can't find the fold4 pen with attachment for sale online.
I own a Galaxy Z Fold2 still and am going to be upgrading my phone in a few months when I can afford it. I refuse to get anything but a foldable anymore, I'm 100% hooked on having a folding tablet in my pocket. I'm either gonna get the Z Fold5 OR, if there is an international release by January or so, I'm thinking about the HONOR Magic V2 as well. I will say this in response to one of your "favorite cases" pick, the Spigen one at the very end; they've made that exact same case for the Fold2, 3, 4, and now 5. When I first got the Fold2, they were pretty much the ONLY case manufacturer that had a good case that protects the hinge. However, I've now been through 3 of them with this phone, and they aren't cheap (I mean, relative to the price of the phone, kinda, but in general its like $60-70 for the Spigen Armor cases for the Fold phones) so just to let people know, the case doesnt take drops very well, the plastic can crack, and the way its designed, if the hinge protecting...hinge breaks off, that entire half of the case becomes useless, and the hinge is the weakest link because it just uses cheap metal springs. Just a word of warning.
I was in the same boat as you man. I traded in my Fold 2 for the Fold 5 and when I got it I was just excited for it as I was with the fold 2! I hope you got your Fold 5 by now or are close to getting it. I had the Spigen Tough armor and indeed it did not handle drops that good. It went to a point where the hinge protector came right off rendering the case useless.
Supcase Unicorn beetle is the best case out there. I had one on my ZF3, and my girl has one on her ZF4. Now, i have one on my ZF5. Full protection, full functionality, kickstand, Spen holder, good grip, not slippery, and it looks great.
Been doing a lot of reading about cases for this phone and I've seen this Unicorn one mentioned on several occasions. Can you use your volume buttons and fingerprint reader and access the edge menu options when the phone is open with this case installed?
@duketogo2616 So far I have had mine on my phone for two weeks now. Definitely does not hinder any functionality on the phone for me, the front screen took a little getting use to with the raised edge on the cover but I adjusted the screen sensitivity to high and it's flawless.😊
FYI, Torras told me they couldn't make their case fit the newer S Pen because Samsung kept the specs for it under wraps until the very last minute. They are developing an "accessory" (I'm assuming it's something that will fit into the larger S Pen slot) which will make the case compatible with the new S Pen, but it won't be released until the 21st. If you bought this case and email them, they'll ship you the accessory for free when the date comes.
the same is valid for both supcase and i-blason. So that is the reason why they make zf 5 cases with zf4 pen slot! I was sure they couldnt be that stupid. I use supcase the last 8 yrs. Thx for explanation!
@@quihotedon2061 I'm sure that's what happened. Some of the larger case partners like Spigen probably got some earlier access, plus (in the case of Spigen) they're also a Korean company which probably helps.
Is there no case that comes with a slim design while offering Pen Holder and Kick Stand? I don't see myself carrying two slide-ins where ever I go so it's pretty much limiting my options to one or the other...
I ordered NINKI Compatible Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 Phone Case with Screen Protector & Kickstand Champagne Gold,Heavy Duty Protective , but it's taking forever to get here.
@channelMasterGuiGame they say, once dust gets in the cracks of the hinge, it starts to have problems because it's dust resistant. But I have the clear ringke case now and I love it. I'd still like a case with a s pen holder and stand.
When it comes to any of those S pens you mentioned. Only the larger S pen Pro has the ability for Air Actions. Which is required to use as a selfie remote. The slim pens can only be used for air commands on the Z Fold screen.
Appreciate the effort! I’m surprised none of the case makers have a cut out for the sim slot! Also, the hump that’s created with the hinge protection is pretty annoying / unsightly ! Using the Ringke case while looking for something more durable. The Ringke case is trash. It’s slippery, doesn’t inspire any confidence when opening the inner display, and the front cover ( even with the stickers ) pops off with little effort. Surprised this was given a thumbs up.
Really enjoyed your video on the best cases! However, I noticed that whenever you mentioned a case with an "S Pen holder", you didn't specify if it was for the new S Pen or the previous Galaxy's pen. It would be helpful to know that distinction. Keep up the great work!
FYI I had a fold 4 with the pen case that held the S Pen fold version. It works with the new similar Samsung case that has the silicone strap and kick stand option. THe fold 4 pen holder and pen work with the new fold 5 case as well which just adds usiblitly and avoids having the use the slim pen offered this year.
Does the magnet in magsafe affect s-pen inking, phone closing opening sensor? I had a magnetic case on my old fold 4 that broke the phone that I had to have Samsung repair.
Which of these cases was the thinnest overall? I currently have the Samsung gadget case, but you don't really make any relative comparisons in the video so it's hard to tell if any of these cases are noticeably thinner than the gadget case.
I'm a big Pitaka case fan! CF and sleek! I was about to order it and just saw 'coming soon!'. Anyway, I need sPen and magsafe on my case, huge sPen user. Sadly only a few cases offer both.
@shahramsherazi the universal adapter holds excellent and wireless charging works too. The Spigen case is a strong hold on the phone also. I haven't rode with it open yet but it should be fine. I have my mount close to the left handgrip and I need to move it over a bit to the right to make room to open the phone.
@shahramsherazi with regards to wireless charging..... I tested it on another stand I have and it doesn't charge. It does with the quadlock charge base though.
Why doesn't anyone EVER talk about why there is no, AND I SAY AGAIN NNNOOO, cases for the z fold of any type that carry the s pen PRO? I've looked everywhere, AND I MEAN EVERYWHERE! C'mon people!, what are we actually thinking?
Has anyone e actually looked into it? Why wouldn't the cases, or the pens for that matter, all be the same size and capapbility? The greed based reasoning for every marketing decision has destroyed the market. When will they just learn that if you make the all-in-one assesory that can't be lived or enjoyed without, we will do whatever to get it. It's in more demand and worth way more money than all this cheap, piece meal, nickel and dining garbage.😤😡😠🤬
My biggest issue is the the little peace towards the hinge. Almost all of them have not stuck as soon as I put it in my pocket and pull it out. It moves.
Thank you for your review I'm going for the first one. I just can't encase this beautiful phone in heavy armor. For me it's a light case and my protection his insurance. Only time I've ever needed it just to replace the inner screen protector. I like the pitaka case I wish they'd make it $20 cheaper and ship it in a cardboard box I don't need a fancy magnetic box that I'm going to throw right away. I think the fold 5 should come with a nice presentation and unboxing experience with the charger with an outer screen protector and case.
I hate how most of these cases feel like the cheap mall cases or no brand cases that you find anywhere. I mean this is a 1500 + phone. Why aren't there quality cases? I don't mind bulk. I knew the phone would be bulky. I need a case that hase a rubber or felt like interior to protect the frame and back plate of the phone as well as the hinge. With DECENT looks on the outside... is that to much to ask for my 2,000 dollar phone. Anyone know of a case that wont feel cheap?
I please want to know which transparent case is the BEST in all categories 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 because not even 1 transparent case had a built-in screen protector. I'm looking for a transparent case with built-in screen protector AND 360° protection 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I have the slim armor pro case for my z fold 5. I've had to remove my glass screen protector as it seems it lifts it up. Is there a glass screen protector that works that you are aware of with this case? Thank you and love your videos!
Thanks for the very comprehensive coverage of covers! I had a Spigen Spen cover for my Fold 4 that was very much like the TORRAS. I think it was called the Slim Armor Pro Pen Edition. Do you know if Spigen has or will do a similar for the Fold 5? Currently I have the Spigen Slim Armor Pro on my Fold 5 and it is great, but I am missing the integrated Spen holder.
Does the hinge protection on the rugged cases cause scratches? Planning to shift to an overall rugged case, currently rocking the slim spen case, but I'm afraid that the lack of hinge protection might cause a scratch on the hinge. Thanks! Awesome video btw, very helpful!!!!!
I think it would have to disagree with you I give my OtterBox a thumbs up been running OtterBox since I've had my first Samsung phone probably will never switch to another case if I had no problem with this case on my Fold 5
Do you recommend hinge protection cases? Im afraid of dust, because of all the openings these cases have when folding the phone. But at the same Im afraid one drop on the hinge and the phone spoils. Hinge area is the biggest hardware issue of the Fold series (saying this as a Fold 4 user whose phone hinge area spoilt twice in 1 year - once was wifi sensor spoilt due the pressure caused when closing phone, 2nd was power off whenever folding, my warranty ran out and had to recently change to Fold 5)
Hey bro, have u tested the thinborne one? I ve heard that no matter the price or the slim-cut, it can pretty challenge pitaka, and there's a netizen showing a hand-written letter from the boss during the unboxing. Seems an exciting product. Would love to see if u would do an additional review on it.
I dont like build in screen protectors. 1 sensitivity will not be as great as seperate stuck on protector. 2 there always will be high likelihood of dirt collecting behind the screen protector, resulting in scratches
New sub here please what case is real rubbery so it will keep it in your shorts while getting in and out of cars? Please please or silicone sticky any help will be greatly appreciated.
