12 of the Toughest iPhone 5 Cases (list)

Sometimes you can’t help but drop your phone, but you can make sure to protect it via some of the most tough and durable cases on the market for you iPhone 5. With these cases, you won’t have to worry about any damage to your new iPhone 5 because of their many durable and shockproof features that will your protect your phone from spills, falls and much more!

12. Speck ToughSkin Duo iPhone 5 Case

For those who want extra protection, the ToughSkin Duo is like two cases in one, with sharp color options and a super-functional holster that makes safety look smart. You can use the slim inner shell on its own when you need to keep a low profile. The outer case has rubbery, notched surface provides a no-slip grip and full-on shock absorption.  Get yours for $39.95.

11. Case Mate Tough Xtreme iPhone 5 Case

The Tough Xtreme is a rugged case in a slim package. It actually combines military-grade protection with a sleek, non-bulky style with its three layers of toughness and soft oft exterior wrapped around a hard skeletal structure. Available in a variety of colors, it retails for $50.

10. Seidio Convert Case iPhone 5 Case

The Seidio Convert is like having two cases in one! There’s a sleek case for everyday protection and a heavy-duty case for the demands of the outdoors or rugged professions. The rugged case adds a  layer of shock-absorbing silicone and a precision-fit skeleton. There’s two color options (black and grey) and it’s $50.

9. HardCandy ShockDrop iPhone 5 Case

The ShockDrop Case features 6mm of shock absorbing silicon at the corners, a semi-rigid (replaceable) screen protector, and tear proof flaps. The body slims down to 3mm of protection to allow an easily fit into your bag or enterprise iPhone Charging Carts…all for only $39.95.

8. Edge Design AKTIV iPhone 5 Case

For those that like the sleek look but want ultimate protection will like the high-end, lightweight aluminum AKTIV from Edge Design. It has an anodized finish and a strong interchangeable polymer band that suspends your phone inside the open sided aluminum case, so that the metal doesn’t touch your phone.  It comes with a lifetime warranty and goes for $99.

7. Ballistic Hard Core HC Series iPhone 5 Case

The new Ballistic Hard Core (HC) Series Case is engineered with five layers of engineered drop protection, including a built in screen protector, water resistant mesh over all speakers and an extremely durable rotating holster. Get it for only $59.99.

6. LifeProof fre Case iPhone 5 Case

For those who really want to ensure maximum protection, the LifeProof fre Case is waterproof, dirt proof, snow proof and shock proof that lets you take your phone on any adventure you go on for $80.

5. Otterbox Commuter Series iPhone 5 Case

Otterbox’s  Commuter Series cases are built with two-layers of protection and has an adhesive screen protector. They come in a variety of colors so you can choose your favorite color combo.  Available direct for $35.

4. GumDrop Drop Tech Series iPhone 5 Case

The Drop Tech Series specifically conforms to the shape of the iPhone 5 and offers multi-layer protection, making it one of toughest and most durable iPhone 5 cases on the market for $44.95

3. LUNATIK TAKTIK 5 iPhone 5 Case

Premium protection is what you get with the TAKTIK 5 from LUNATIK since the case features rugged capabilities and strong iconic aesthetics with innovative performance to transform your phone through bold design, precision engineering and the best performance materials available. The case comes with Gorilla Glass and will make sure you iPhone 5 is safe from unexpected falls and more. Price is TBD, but you can sign-up for notifications.

2. Otterbox Defender Series iPhone 5 Case

The Defender Series from Otterbox features one layer that’s made from a  polycarbonate skeleton that cushions the iPhone while the built-in screen protector prevents smudges and scratches, while its outer one wraps around the solid inner shell like an epidermis, creating a practically indestructible iPhone 5 case for $50.

1. Griffin Survivor Case iPhone 5 Case

Your iPhone will survive anything when it’s protected with the Griffin Survivor Case that’s tested to meet or exceed US Department of Defense Standard 810F. It will withstand dirt, sand, shock, rain, vibration and more thanks to a shatter-resistant polycarbonate frame clad in rugged, shock-absorbing silicone, as well as its built-in screen protector seals your Multi-Touch display from the outside environment. Available in a variety of colors, the case retails for $50.