UAG Plasma iPhone Case review: heavy-duty yet lightweight (2024)

Urban Armor Gear, otherwise known as UAG, makes tough cases with urban appeal. The Plasma iPhone Case is no exception. Its extreme machine look is balanced by the fact that it's actually quite lightweight. I half expected it to unfold into some sort of robot, like the popular toy of my brother's childhood, but despite its styling, it's just a simple case. The UAG Plasma iPhone Case has no bells and whistles, it just does one thing and does it well: protects your iPhone.

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UAG Plasma iPhone Case

Price: $40Bottom line: UAG Plasma iPhone Case protects your phone without weighing it down.

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The Good

  • Lightweight
  • Protective
  • Meets military drop-test standards
  • Grippy
  • Substantial lip over screen
  • Striking looks

The Bad

  • Very particular style

Heavy-duty but feather light

UAG Plasma iPhone Case: What I like

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Heavy-duty, ultra-protective cases tend to be bulky. While the UAG Plasma iPhone Case does add a bit of size to your iPhone, it doesn't add a lot of weight. The plastic case is molded with a web of hollow cells to add protection and grip to your phone without the heaviness.

Precision cutouts and button covers ensure that your phone is fully functional within the case. Even wireless charging still works. The lip of the bumper comes well up over the screen, especially around those vulnerable corners. This means that if you place or drop your phone screen down, you get some protection. UAG Plasma iPhone Case meets military drop-test standards (MIL STD 810G 516.6), meaning it endured 26 drops from four feet high without sustaining any damage.

It comes in a variety of translucent colors, which allows you to see or at least partially see the color of your iPhone through the case. The one in my photos is the colorless clear shade Ice on a black iPhone.

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Either it's your style or it's not

UAG Plasma iPhone Case: What I don't like

Though this really has no bearing on the quality of the case, it's not to my personal taste. It has a very particular look, and you either like it or you don't. UAG's Plasma iPhone Case is constructed from plastic. While it isn't crazy expensive, it's not cheap either, For the price, some people may want higher-quality materials.

Protect your investment

UAG Plasma iPhone Case: Bottom line

UAG is a trusted brand for protecting your precious devices. The Plasma iPhone Case offers heavy-duty military tested protection in a lightweight case. If you like its mechanical-looking style, you'll love this case.

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Karen S Freeman

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Karen is a contributor to iMore.com as a writer and co-host of the iMore Show. She’s been writing about Apple since 2010 with a year-long break to work at an Apple Store as a product specialist. She's also a contributor at TechRadar and Tom's Guide. Before joining iMore in 2018, Karen wrote for Macworld, CNET, AppAdvice, and WatchAware. She’s an early adopter who used to wait in long lines on release days before pre-ordering made things much easier. Karen is also a part-time teacher and occasional movie extra. She loves to spend time with her family, travel the world, and is always looking for portable tech and accessories so she can work from anywhere.

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UAG Plasma iPhone Case review: heavy-duty yet lightweight (2024)

FAQs

UAG Plasma iPhone Case review: heavy-duty yet lightweight? ›

UAG Plasma iPhone Case: What I like

Is UAG plasma good? ›

Plasma series case boasts impact resistant bumpers with a shock resistant armor shell to keep devices protected through all of life's adventures. Outstanding! So happy about this product, this is the first step I always do every time I upgrade my phone, getting a UAG case . Best case.

How durable are UAG cases? ›

Environmentally-friendly cases are quickly gaining popularity, and UAG has joined the fray with its Outback cases. They're 100% compostable and biodegradable to minimize environmental impact. And even better, they still meet the MIL-STD 810G 516.6 standard of durability, offering up to 12 feet of drop protection.

Is UAG case good for iPhone 13 Pro Max? ›

UAG offers the best protective cases for your iPhone 13 Pro Max. Our cases are designed to protect your device from drops and scratches, while still providing style and function.

What does UAG mean on a phone case? ›

Urban Armor Gear cases are put through their paces with US military drop testing. This means dropping the device 26 times from a height of 48 inches – on each face, corners and back. At the end of the test the phone has to work properly, without sustaining any damage to the touchscreen.

Why is plasma so good? ›

The main role of plasma is to take nutrients, hormones, and proteins to the parts of the body that need it. Cells also put their waste products into the plasma. The plasma then helps remove this waste from the body. Blood plasma also carries all parts of the blood through your circulatory system.

What is the most sought after plasma? ›

Any blood type can make a plasma donation, but AB-positive and AB-negative are the blood types in highest demand for this type of donation. That's because they, too, are universal donors – AB plasma can be transfused to a patient with any blood type.

What is better OtterBox or UAG? ›

The UAG has more material in the corners but it's harder, which will impart more shock into the phone. The UAG will do a better job than an all TPU case like the Diztronic, but the Commuter is slightly better in my opinion.

Why are UAG cases so good? ›

UAG prides itself in making cases that offer the best protection against drops, bumps, and scratches. The Monarch Series cases are made with a soft TPU inner layer and a hard PC outer shell. This combination of materials protects your device from drops of up to 6 feet.

What is the strongest phone case company? ›

Compare the best protective phone cases
BrandBest forCompatible phone brands
OtterBoxBest overalliPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel
UAGRunner upiPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and more
SUPCASEBest budgetiPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and more
SpigenBest designiPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and more
Mar 7, 2024

What are the most protective iPhone 13 cases? ›

Protection
ProductProtection Rating
OtterBox Commuter Se...9
LifeProof FRĒ Case9
Apple Silicone with...7
Cordking iPhone 137
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Does UAG work with MagSafe? ›

With seamless MagSafe charging compatibility, this case offers both advanced protection and effortless functionality.

Is UAG made in China? ›

Other notable brands that are made in China: UAG, Mous, Zizo, Speck. Otterbox (apparently manufactured in Mexico, US, and China)

Is UAG a US company? ›

URBAN ARMOR GEAR was founded in 2012 in Orange County, California – the action sports center of the world.

How can you tell if a phone case is good quality? ›

The first thing to consider when testing mobile phone cases is the material and design of the case. Different materials have different properties, such as hardness, flexibility, weight, and texture. You want a case that is strong enough to resist impact, but not too rigid to crack or shatter.

Who is best to donate plasma? ›

Who should donate plasma? The Red Cross urges people with type AB blood to consider a plasma donation. AB is the only universal plasma and can be given to patients of any blood type.

Is CSL Plasma trustworthy? ›

Csl Plasma has an average rating of 2.4 from 1469 reviews. The rating indicates that most customers are generally dissatisfied.

How do I make sure my plasma is good? ›

Stay Hydrated – Drink 6 to 8 cups of water or juice the day before you donate plasma and the day of your donation. Eat Protein and Iron-Rich Food – Eat protein-rich, iron-rich meals at least 3 hours before donating plasma. Get a good night's sleep.

Are UAG cases made in China? ›

Other notable brands that are made in China: UAG, Mous, Zizo, Speck. Otterbox (apparently manufactured in Mexico, US, and China)

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