[Nexus 6 Accessories] Jhvoorhies:
I was surprised to find the granite black Versa Tough RooCase in my mailbox today! I did not specify which option to review, but I greatly appreciate the opportunity to review this product!

1ST IMPRESSIONS

The packaging was rather simple (less hassle) and included a nice note that thanked me for taking the time to offer a review. Once I opened the packaging, my first thought was wow this is actually a premium case! It is a matte black case with a built-in screen protector. The button covers actually caught my eye at first glance. I really like how the button covers are labled as power, +, and -. I was very surprised to see that the case also offered a cover for the headphone jack and charging port (which are also labeled as AUX and CHG).

INSTALLATION

It took me approximately 15 minutes to figure out how to open the case. Once I figured out that you have to remove the silicone from the screen’s frame, I was ready to get this case on. After fumbling with the case for another 5 minutes or so, I realized it was easiest to apply the plastic frame to the phone first and then while the phone+screen protector were faced down, apply the rest of the case around the phone. Not only is this procedure difficult to explain, but it is also difficult to get on the phone. However, once it was applied to my phone, I felt like it could survive the apocalypse.

After using this for my entire workday, here are my thoughts.

CONS:

I did not like how bulky my phone became. It really felt like my phone’s weight had quadrupled. This is because the case is extremely blocky and made the phone even larger. Honestly, I do not like built-in screen protectors. Compared to an older otterbox for another phone, this screen protector was better than that of Otterbox, but still, it’s not for me. Even with being inside of my office, there was tons of dust that appeared underneath the screen protector as well as on top. Any type of debris would appear both below and above this protector, and I have no idea why. Another issue that I ran into today was that the charging port cover would sometimes stick inside the case and would become a challenge to pull back out. My final issue with the case was how difficult this coffin was to install on my Nexus. I would have greatly appreciated instructions to figure out how to install this case!

PROS:

I did find several things that I LOVE about this case. As I already mentioned, the labels on the port covers are incredible. I think that alone makes the case even more premium. I really liked how the sides provided a good amount of grip. Although the back is black, there is nice texture to it. It is glossy, but the texture helps the device stick to your hand.

RECOMMEND?

Honestly, I would not recommend this case to those that love slim cases or if you have a custom wrap or back replacement. I have a bamboo back replacement and I feel like this case just sucked the life out of my personalized phone. Also, if you hate screen protectors, skip this case.

I would recommend this case to those that really need a rugged case such as construction workers, adventurers, rock climbers, or the unfortunate clumsy individual.