How old is your phone? Some level of water resistance has been standard for a couple years now?

I have ONLY used Lifeproof cases on ALL of my phones. They are waterproof, drop proof, dust proof, and snow proof. I have never had a cracked screen or anything bad happen to my phone. They cost at least $80 minimum, but it’s the best purchase you can make. I tend to keep my phones for at least 5 years.

aren’t iphones nowadays pretty water resistant? maybe even water proof? idk i could be wrong but i thought one of my friends is always filming stuff underwater

I got a Mous case…they’re pretty expensive but quality is top tier. I’ve dropped it a ton and case still looks great and no issues with my phone

Most phones are ip68 or better which is usually plenty for a shallow river. I use a basic waterproof bag style phone holder with a lanyard and float. You really need to prioritize it floating and staying with you. Water proof doesn't help if it's at the bottom of the river.

Not Lifeproof. They break or have the camera part get scratched or have the charge port stop being waterproof, way too fast and often. Been using a Ghostek one from Amazon after trying a bunch. $30

I have a pocket on my pfd that I sprayed with waterproof spray. I keep my phone in there if I need to have it on me.
Try it with a book of matches first. If you get out of the water and you can light a match that was in your pocket, it should be good for your cell phone.

I've used pelican cases like this

Last me a few seasons and my phone was fine. However, on those hot summer days, my phone has overheated in those things

Most cheap waterproof phone cases have that big lump of shitty plastic across the top, which is what makes them annoying and hard to squeeze into a PFD. I can't stand those things and most of the time they're barely waterproof to begin with.

If you want something more flexible, Sea to Summit makes some great phone-sized dry bags that are entirely soft and flexible. They're definitely spendier but they're a lot more comfortable and easier to get into your clamshell. I use one of these for spare GoPro batteries and it works great.

Personally, I just keep a bag of waterproof charging port plugs in the truck and throw my phone straight in my PFD with no additional protection other than the normal case I have on it day to day. Even that plug is technically overkill with modern waterproofing, but it's nice to not have the "moisture detected in charging port" warning every time I get off the river. With these I've never had a single problem with my bare phone in my PFD for long days in and out of the water.

I like the Stash7 Waterpocket, available via their website or Amazon. It'll take my ginormous iPhone 13 Pro Max without its regular case, but it provides enough protection while still floating despite that phone's weight. I can tap and control the screen through the big front window, while the camera works through a window on the back.

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I’ve had the cheap Chinese knockoffs, and they work alright. However, this Pelican caseblows those under the water.

I’m sure it will fail eventually but so far I have two seasons on this unit and it’s still going strong.

I like my Pelican phone case, it's served me well so far! My dad recommended I pick that brand because he says the army uses containers made by Pelican to store ammunition caches, so it must be good quality. 🤷‍♀️

I like the Joto pouches. I have used them for many years

I recently added a Jovo float to my pouch, after losing my phone at the bottom of a lake (in a different pouch whose strap went over my head). My phone is heavy enough that this seemed the best solution for that. Floating pouches exist but they are bulkier and don't float as much weight. If you just plan to use the neck leash to attach the pouch to your board you don't need the float, but if you will detach it for pictures for example... I would add floatation.

It doesn’t really matter, what ever you get test it first. None of them last forever so no point spending a lot.

I like the aquapac and overboard stuff but generic ones will do the job just fine.

How much depth are you expecting?

The iPhone 14 models have an IP68 dust and water resistance rating, which corresponds to 30 minutes under 6 meters of water. That's the same rating as the LifeProof Fre you had on your iPhone 7.

Maybe you can just focus on impact resistance.

Hello are you still using the ghost tek or have you found something better ? I have been through so many waterproof cases from Amazon and they hold up well but I’d like to get a permanent option

Looking your need a phone case for outdoors, i have try to Lifeproof Fre,the weight is light, Later, i change beeasy magesafe waterproof case,as same Lifeproof but it is military grade dropproof and dirtyproof which is convenience to my outdoor travel！

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beeasy phone cover with heavy duty and rugged feature

Otterbox Defender and Flolab screen protector. Makes my iPhone near enough bulletproof.

You wouldn’t go wrong with otterbox. I prefer CarterLily over them though and is what I use on my work phone.

I’ve had Mous since they began. Work in front line public services and my phone has dropped a ridiculous amount of times from all different heights. The worst thing that happened was a tiny scratch on the case.

Otterbox defender xt pro is what I used. Still Otterbox ruggedness but less beefier size.

I have been rocking Spigen cases for a long time now. I just like them and feel they are pretty solid.

I’m looking for a new case my life proof case camera lense plastic is scratched and worthless after two months with this case. How does the mouss hold up?

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There’s a coupon inside the package where you can order one online direct from Otterbox. I think I got mine within a week or so. It’s free but just a minor inconvenience to get it.

My top 3 picks:

• OtterBox
• LifeProof
• Speck

These brands have been consistent over the years. I tried Speck and OtterBox and both provided robust protection for my iPhone.

That’s awesome, give them a go for sure! Back in 2020 I left my iPhone 8 on the front wheel of a JD tractor, I then proceeded to forget about it, and drive the tractor away. The back where went over the back of my iPhone and thanks to the Mous case, I still have the phone!

Honestly , Ottorbox Defender is all you need. I've been buying these cases for about as long as smart phones have existed.

I'm in the trades so our phones get put through hell. Dropped off ladders, dropped onto concrete , in our tool belts with all sorts of metal and bits, dust, grime, you name it. The only time I have ever broken a phone in the past 10 years was when it was out of the case.

Mous case has treated me well. Phone survived falling off my motercycle a few times.

I use a Mous case on my iPhone. I don’t know if they make them for android, but I’ve dropped it so many times, and accidentally left it on the front wheel of a tractor, which I then proceeded to run it over with. Never had a broken screen since having one, which has been nearly 5 years.

I am 100% happy with my Spigen Tough Armor. I have used these cases through a couple of phone generations. My phone is waterproof (survived an accidental swim) Even carrying my phone in my pocket, the glass has survived just fine. I am active and not easy on my phone...but I have never broken the glass

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Pelican shield case, hvac tech my 13pm has survived many many accidents. Still looks like new under the case.

Otterbox.

Benks, Catalyst, Mous, Pitaka, Casetify, Bellroy, Mujjo

All good quality.

There are several good brands. My personal favorite is Otterbox. Their “Commuter” model has served me well (iPhone 8 dropped multiple times, sometimes on concrete, still looks practically new). Their “Defender” model is tougher still.

My husband and I have iPhones that are water resistant, so we just use them. My Kindle is also water resistant, so I’ll often read while I’m using our hot tub.

I just have a 60 inch tv by mine and watch my favorite shows while I soak. I do have a lifeproof case on my phone and have never had a problem with it and water but I don’t use it much while soaking

newer phones have some water proofness to them. i have dropped my Iphone 12 into the tub multiple times, get it out fast, i take the case off, dry it, blow out the charger port, this has happened multiple times over the last 2 years with same phone, so much i don't even worry about it any longer, i set phone on edge, if it falls in it falls in.

Keep in mind phones lose their water proofing if the screen has ever been off the phone for repair or battery replacement. Newer iPhones have glass backs and if they’re cracked that can also let water in.

I use my iPhone in the hot tub often and haven’t had any issues but I also haven’t dropped it in and I dry my hands off before using it.

We like to keep the soaks as a phone-free zone, it’s a nice chance to “unplug” for a bit…