[Galaxy Note5 Accessories] jaxf250:
I used the roocase Exec Tough for my Note 5 for a week before writing this review. The current case I use is an OtterBox Commuter, which has been installed for about 2 months. This brief review will compare/contrast the roocase to the OtterBox.

roocase basics:

- Was sent a production version (not a beta) of the new Exec Tough Slim Fit Armor case for the Note5 to review

- Made from a co-molded TPU/polycarbonate process which combines a shock absorbent rubber inner lining with a hard but flexible outer case into a single cover that snaps onto the phone as one piece

- Case was all black except for the volume and power buttons, which are covered by a raised metal-looking plastic buttons that protect them from dust while making it easy to feel for the buttons with your fingers (more on that below)

- Other colors for the case are available - check the roocase website

- Case was surprisingly thin but strong

- Pictures below

roocase vs. OtterBox comparisons:

- roocase was thinner and lighter; felt easier to hold in my hand than the OtterBox

- roocase was not as bulky in my front pants pocket as the OtterBox

- roocase volume and power button cover keys were easy to locate and press; OtterBox key covers require a much firmer push to engage the buttons by comparison as they are covered by a raised rubber area

- roocase has a nice raised bumper on each case corner, clearly intended to fend off issues from drops (see pic below); OtterBox has no raised corners but has rubber around each corner as part of the OtterBox inner liner piece

- roocase was much easier to install on the phone versus the 2-part install process and alignment / press-fit of the OtterBox; however, roocase was very snug once on the phone once installed, and some strong pressure is needed to remove the roocase - it does not come off easily (probably a good thing)

- roocase does not have any rubber flaps covering the micro-usb or headset jack ports, like the OtterBox does

- Was much easier to get at & remove the S-Pen with the roocase on than with the OtterBox - the OtterBox has a slot in the rubber inner liner at the bottom right of the phone case, which while protecting that corner against drops, makes it a little harder to reach in and pop-out the stylus than the roocase's TPU co-mold design. Those with skinny fingers may not have such issues with the OtterBox installed but I do.

- OtterBox when installed has a higher case lip around the screen that makes you slow down and focus more when using a full finger swipe in from the far left edge of the screen; the roocase does not have as high a lip around the screen, and made this finger gesture easier to be recognized

Other general comparisons:

- Both cases offered clear access to the speaker & mic ports at the bottom and mic port at the top of the phone - no issues

- Both cases offered clear access around the camera and flash on the back of the phone - no issues

- Both cases offered clear access to the micro-usb and headset jacks (other than the OtterBox has rubber flaps covering these which must be first pushed out of the way). I had no issues hooking up my USB cables or Bose & Samsung headset cords to the phone with the cases installed.

Drop test notes:

- I have dropped my phone before with the OtterBox case on it (3' drop), and it landed on the bottom right corner, ejecting the S-pen onto the floor but no damage at all to the phone, case, or S-pen

- I did not drop the phone during the week I had the roocase installed, so I cannot comment on how it protects the phone, but just looking at its design and appearance of case features, it should protect just as well as the OtterBox

In conclusion:

- The roocase was more to my liking than the OtterBox, thanks to the fact that it was seemingly just as strong/durable, but also easier to install on the phone, had less weight/bulk, and it was easier to get at the S-pen/USB/Headset jack locations

- I have not decided which case I will use going forward as my ONLY hesitation with the roocase is that I find the phone screen turns on much too easily in my pocket due to the fact that only the lightest touch is required on the silver roocase button covers to activate the phone. I will use each case for another week, switching between them, until I can decide. Leaning towards the roocase though - just being honest.

These are just my opinions - you have yours. Will reply to thoughtful questions but will ignore any attacks or criticism of my opinion. :cool: