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[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Uh60m Pilot:
So I have been on a bit of a shopping spree (oops). Thankfully Amazon US has free returns on cases. I currently have the:

DiMiK case: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084S3ZY9G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_jbZmFbDRNDBWQ

Caseology Vault: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083Q4SY5G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_5aZmFb8PPY0N6

Spigen Liquid Crystal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083N54J5Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_OaZmFbVDVR3P1

And tomorrow I get the Cyrill Brick Case: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083QQTQ3V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_5.YmFb2PCB9HQ

Quick notes and observations.

1) All of the cases are the exact same size and thickness.

2) The DiMiK case is as cheap as you would expect. No real corner protection or grip and the form is not perfect.

3) The vault is great quality but notably heavier than the other cases. Outside of the extra weight, my main concern is grip from this case. The texture adds no real grip to the phone. Form is perfect.

4) Liquid crystal also has almost perfect build quality with one small imperfection on the inside of a corner. Very light weight with great protection. The grip on this case is fantastic (important to me). Unfortunately I think it will get noticeably scuffed and will eventually turn yellow.

Q: Are caseology and spigen made by the same company? The form, quality and packaging are almost identical. The difference is the color, weight and grip.

I wish I had a solid color liquid crystal case. That is why I am trying the brick case. No perfect solution yet.

Thought I would share with everyone.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Edmontonchef:
I ordered the clear spigen ultra hybrid

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B083MT5SJX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Ti3mFbSV4S21M

The brick case looks cool with the switchable buttons
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] kc6wke:
Can you post a link to those screen protectors?
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] BigOkie:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08D3W54DB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] PhxCliff:
I believe so. If you go to the Spigen website, at the top there are links to Caseology and Cyrill, as well as the Spigen Gearlock collection, and all the websites are styled and formatted identically.

That and: https://trademarks.justia.com/owners/spigen-inc-2959513/
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] blushrts:
I grabbed the pastel black dbrand skin for mine. Phone's plastic and should survive a drop so no case for me.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] castlefox:
I just order the Spigen Rugged Armor this morning. https://www.amazon.com/Spigen-Rugged-Armor-Designed-Google/dp/B083N5DD7K/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=spigen+pixel+4a&qid=1597678531&s=electronics&sr=1-1

I have been happy with my nearly Spigen case for my OnePlus3T. I wish there was a bright red or blue besides just black...but I can live with black. I would have considered the Tough Armor If I had found that in my amazon searches. I like how the Tough Armor gets wider around the camera bump to protect it.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] kc6wke:
Tough Armor is here
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] PhxCliff:
I don't know how that case retails for 39.99 on Spigen's website, and only 14.99 on Amazon, but I ordered one just in case it's a momentary mis-pricing.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Nylo:
Spigen Tough Armor is the way to go. I've dropped my pixel 4a twice on concrete with no issues. I like the way it feels and it performs. Just wish it came in other colors.

There are not a lot of quality choices out there for the pixel 4a., but luckily this one is top drawer.

Nylo
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Jaxidian:
Got a Caseology Parallax for the wife. She wanted something to add some color to the black phone. Case fits really well and the case looks really nice (if you're into their colors), but it's kind of a bit slippery. I have a feeling it won't be her forever case, but it's a fine case and will probably be the one she uses until we discover her forever case. Buttons are plenty clicky and the phone is plenty protected without being insanely bulky (it's not insanely thin either - it's in the middle of the spectrum but towards the bukly end). She usually goes with a Speck Presidio Grip case, but wanted to try something new. If you don't need a grippy or minimal case, I'd recommend it.

It fits perfectly with an OMOTION or Orzero TGSP.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] lioryte:
Got this from Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086X647CC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

2 cases for $8 :svetius:

Since I got my phones today and put these on- the fit well, corners are protected, covers the camera. Does everything a case should do

Did I mention it's $8 for 2 cases?
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] bobbarker2:
My biggest "look-for" is a case that will allow a phone ring holder to adhere to it securely. That rules out the Caseology Parallax unfortunately for me..
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] tweaked:
I got a spingen; Black thin; https://www.amazon.com/Spigen-Thin-Designed-Google-Pixel/dp/B083N3YT4Z#ace-g7448806443
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] hern1989:
I got the same one as above^ and two more from the Spigen brand. I love the quality feel on them. Definitely recommend Spigen.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] SerArris:
I purchased the Caseology Vault case. Fits fine. The lip around the edge of the screen sometimes makes the gestures a little more difficult but I think I've adapted now.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Wulfegang:
I would love to get the Tough Armor but that plastic stand seems iffy to me. I've seen reviews of the case and it looks a little flimsy and like it might break. If the back of the case was completely solid without it, it would be my go to no questions asked. For now I picked up a Caseology Parallax which is set to arrive on Monday (my phone was just delivered today) to see if I like it or if I want to switch over to the Spigen Rugged Armor.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] carnivalrejectq:
Did they ship them yet? For some reason still says pre-order on their site.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] blushrts:
Tbh, Google pissed me off by not shipping the 4a in the order they received the orders so I cancelled my 4a and the dbrand order.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] carnivalrejectq:
How is this case? It seems like the FP sensor is off center or has an extra gap for some reason and it bothers my OCD lol, but other than that how's the faux leather? I've never bought this kinda case before let alone a $15.99 off brand one. Just wondering.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Zlatty:
This is the only correct answer. Spidgen has never done me wrong in the past 5 years or so.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] mzsquared:
Had the same concerns looking at that oval hole before I got the phone eventually, but everything is ok, they made that hole 'ergonomic' imo, to slide the finger into perfect position at the sensor outlined in the center of the hole, pretty much ~100% accuracy. I've registered x5 only my left hand index finger print. The faux leather is fine, the texture makes it soft to touch.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] BigOkie:
I had one on my 3a for nearly a year with no issues. If the stand ever does come off (it never has for me) Spigen provides instructions for putting it back on. I used to use Otterbox exclusively on all my phones until I started buying phones they wouldn't make cases for. I also bought this one brand name of Sucnapk (don't ask me lol) and it was a little more beefy but worked very well. I haven't looked to see if they make one for the 4a yet.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] AndroidLinuxMan:
Have used Spigen cases before and always loved them. Had the Rugged Armor on my Pixel XL, decided to go with the Tough Armor for my upcoming Pixel 4a. :cool:

Received it today - Very well made, as expected, just a tad thicker than the Rugged Armor (but also offering more protection & rigidity), all port openings are spacious, the rear finger sensor opening will certainly help put your finger right where it needs to be, and the kickstand is an added bonus. :good:
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] ToHellWithGA:
I bought the Pela case with the sea turtle. I like the color but the fit is a little bit loose - it moves audibly when I squeeze the phone during normal one-handed use.

https://store.google.com/us/product/pela_compostable_pixel_case
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Zaben:
Got the Spigen Tough Armor finally. There is a ton of padding in the back but are you all finding that the screen is protected by a surprisingly small/low lip? (not helped by the screen protector raising the surface)
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] AndroidLinuxMan:
I don't have my 4a yet, to compare; but the Spigen Rugged Armor on my Pixel XL with tempered glass screen protector installed also made for a situation where the lip was felt & noticeable; but not pronounced. However, if you put a ruler across the case you could clearly see the gap, and I didn't have any issues I'd associate with it being that way.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] carnivalrejectq:
How are they holding up? I just ordered them and am wondering their quality compared the Spigen crystal.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Wulfegang:
Has anyone had any experience with the Poetic Revolution? I know it looks super bulky but it's closest to one of my favorite cases of all time (Urban Armor Gear Monarch style). I have the Caseology Parallax and it just feels too slippery. First image is the UAG Monarch and the second is the Poetic case.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Kwanger:
I went with the Spigen Crystal - no complaints. Working well with my LK screen protector, very minimal gap between case and protector.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] lioryte:
It's been what, 3 weeks? They're fine ?
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] DJesri13:
Me too, but from the official website because I didn't want to wait
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] qwerty12601:
Did you ever get that cyrill case? Any feedback?
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Wulfegang:
I've found another case that I really like the look of and would love to hear anyone's thoughts on it. I love the color and it looks very durable, as well as a nice fingerprint sensor cutout.

Encased Google Pixel 4a Case (2020 Scorpio Armor)

https://www.amazon.com/Encased-Google-Scorpio-Military-Protective/dp/B08BGBHCQW/
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Uh60m Pilot:
I did get the Cyrilll case if that was for me.

Quality was nice and I really liked the flat sides instead of the rounded ones on every other case.

I ended up sending it back for 2 reasons.

1) For some reason only shiney TPU sticks in my hand and I felt the phone was a bit slippery. I had to keep the liquid crystal case. It is already looking a bit yellow, but it sticks like glue in my hand.

2) Because the case is 2 parts it has a very subtle lip where the back meets the bumper sides. It is smooth and is a good transition, but I found it annoying that I could feel a lip every time I was typing on the phone and it made it feel wider than it actually is. The case itself is the exact same size as every other one purchased, but it was not a smooth transition from the back to the sides of the phone.

It was by far my second favorite case and if I was not rocking this case for the grip I would be using that one in black. Also FYI the case back is not clear and you will not see the Google logo as shown in the pics. The frost is to heavy.

Hope that helps.

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I have both. I use the crystal as my daily and kept these for backup.

You can see a few seams but they are actually pretty nice. The sides are flat which I like more than the crystal, but the side bumpers are a little large when typing. With the bumpers it is the se size as the crystal and feels slimmer due to the smaller sides.

The sides also have a frost so it looses a tiny bit of grip. It is nice they don't have all the engraved text like the crystal case.

Well worth the $. Good spare cases. I still use the crystal for day to day.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Acronet:
I have tried 6 different cases so far:

- Spigen Tough Armor

- Spigen Thin Fit

- Cyrill Color Brick

- EasyAcc Slim Case

- DiMiK

- Caseology Vault

and I stick with Caseology Vault.

If you need my personal experience with each case, just ask.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] qwerty12601:
Thanks. Using this case now, and it fits the bill for what I wanted. Switching between this and the ringke fusion which I'd also recommend!
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] dpaine88:
I went with the Rugged Armor over Tough. I had Tough on my last phone and after a year the stand got really loose and would always get stuck on my pocket since it wouldn't stay flush to case.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] cmstlist:
I bought the Cyrill Color Brick. Overall it's very sturdy and I feel like I could drop the phone many times without incident. But it does add a certain heft to the phone. The Amazon listing claims a weight of 20g but it in fact adds 30g to the phone which is non-negligible. And the thickness does affect the ergonomics of typing.

I'm open to other options that are lighter and slimmer.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] mrsatan:
I got the google fabric case. I find it a little thick,slick and kinda harsh. I think I am going to send it back. I really want a thin textured case but nothing out there fits the bill.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] DB126:
https://www.spigen.com/products/google-pixel-4a-case-thin-fit?variant=31920375988271

I have this and the Tough Armor. Settled on the latter for better protection, looks and a nicely textured back (between upper/lower panels). Sides also have light 'ribs' which actually work. Button covers convey 'clickiness' but hide power button accent. Buttons are uncovered in model above.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] mrsatan:
I might try that spigen one. Looks like it is not too bad. Going to look at the thickness. It's kind of odd looking but honestly I didn't buy this phone to care about fashion. It's so plain that a case is fine. I really really wanted to like the fabric case.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] tcat007:
What's that one made of? The description says PC. I have this one:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083N5DD7K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fab_nDrzFbRBCK70R

Doesn't really feel very grippy at all. Good protection, but looking for a silicone feel.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] DJesri13:
You answered your own question :). It's a polycarbonate case like their description says. I wouldn't say it adds much grip compared to using the 4a without a case. I never really had an issues with grip on anything except glass-back phones with no case.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] demarcmj:
I have the google fabric case and it's "just OK" in my opinion

I like the look of it and the the power and volume buttons feel really nice, but that's about it for positives. I don't like the wide opening at the bottom. It makes it hard to plug in a charger by feel in the dark. I find the soft fabric to be a little more slippery than rubber/tpu. It's fallen out of my hand a few times. Lastly, after only ~2 months it's starting to get a little grody. I know it's supposedly washable but the product page says "Case tested to 12 cycles" so I'm not really confident it will survive washing it as often as it seems to need.

I'm really bummed with the options from Otterbox.

I've grown really fond of their Symmetry series, seeing them on friends and families phones and was planning to get one for my 4a until I saw the colors offered. It seems that on nearly every phone I've seen, they AT LEAST offer plain black and one other solid color (and usually also some stupid clear/glitter versions). On the Pixel 3a they had three options (Black, Yellow, Red). On the Pixel 4 they had five (Black, Blue, and three different styles of clear/glitter). But then on the 4a they only have two options and neither of them are a solid. It's just those stupid clear/glitter things. Who's buying those? The damn phone only came in black anyway... what would I be trying to show off with a clear case? I get that this is an "a" phone and also assume they may have cut back on the many SKUs due to COVID... but if you're going to offer two different Symmetry options, at least offer black. This is insanity.

That's it. Rant over.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] _a!:
I went for the tough armor (though that and my phone hasn't actually turned up yet!). Oddly the tough armor isn't on spigen's site, nor in the link in the OP. It looks better than the others though (looks about the same but more protection).
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] dbten:
I have a hard time choosing between caseology vault and spigen rugged armour. I like how the 'vault' looks but after reading the reviews, I'm slightly worried about the grip. So how is the grip on 'vault'? Will it be better than the spigen rugged armour?
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Acronet:
The Caseology Vault has a good grip, I don't have any problem with it. I think it's better than the grip on Rugged Armor. Also, the Rugged Armor is too bulky for my liking and the back of the case is the fingerprints magnet. But it's only just my opinion.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] suku_patel_22:
Is the thin fit slippery?
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Minecrafted:
Yep. Caseology and Spigen are the same people.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Acronet:
I don't remember exactly. I think it had an adequate grip.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] UnkemptObscenity:
It isn't as sticky as something like clear TPU, it has a matte finish, but I think it has great grip.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] anikadam:
im waiting for the spigen Liquid Air to launch, the best case ive used so far on any phone
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] suku_patel_22:
Got my Kapa case today.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] smarti13:
a bit like the expensive Google one, but thiner and cheaper :)

https://www.amazon.fr/gp/product/B086ST4SGH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

love it
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] ParanoidNemo:
I've this too. Is really great. We will see how much it last.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] HeartWood:
Spigen

The Spigen thin fit is a very nice case!

I've been using it for about a month and I can say that I'm very happy with it. It doesn't add much thickness to the phone and I really appreciate it since I consider the phone size to be perfect. The material is quite grippy and it doesn't attract much fingerprints and finger oil. It's pretty easy to clean. There are cutouts around the original buttons - some might consider it an upside, some downside. There is an engraved slot for a metal plate to use with magnetic phone mounts.

Link:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083N3YT4Z/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] fred0r:
Since you're talking about Spigen - i prefer the Spigen Rugged Armor Variant.

It has a better Grip.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Saaber:
I've tried three cases so far on my Barely Blue 4a: the Ringke Fusion (smoke), the Spigen Ultra Hybrid (black), and an ESR clear TPU case. I really liked the matte feel of the edges of the Spigen case, but it made the phone too hard to find on any of our dark furniture unless I set it upside down, and the matte black seems to show scratches. I had a blue Ringke Fusion case on my old Pixel 3a, and really liked it, but they don't make that color for the 4a. The smoke color is alright, though, and lets the orange power button show through somewhat. It's very comfortable to hold, has good grip, and the smoke tint seems to keep it from yellowing. I had the smoke version of this case on an Xperia Mini a few years ago. Right now I'm using the ESR case, since it lets me see the color of the phone (if I had the black version, I'd never use this case), but it's TPU, so I'm sure it will yellow fairly quickly, even if the manufacturer claims it's "anti-yellowing".
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] gleggie:
Does anyone have recommendations for a thin matte white case?
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] damianesteves:
Was searching for case reviews and found this guy's review of 10 different cases, pretty helpful:
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] grognaz:
i got one of those x-level tpu cases and am super happy with it.

https://www.amazon.com/X-level-Google-Guardian-Protective-4a-Black/dp/B08FC8ZYYW/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=pixel+4a+xlevel&qid=1610193755&sr=8-1
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Atok_fr:
I personnally got a rhinoshiled bumper case and it's OK.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Atok_fr:
The problem I had with this one, after using it for few months, is a distortion of the frame that made the phone move slightly inside. Not enough tight I think.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] damianesteves:
Ordered a Spigen Slim Armor Essential S and I'm really liking it. For some reason I couldn't find this one on Amazon, only on their eBay store. I've been using the Spigen Tough Armor on my last two phones because I love the kickstand on it but this is a slimmer case which I prefer.

Positives:

The case fits the phone really well, all the ports are well aligned. The buttons feel very clicky through the case. Also, the raised edge on the screen side of the case is tall enough that it clears the screen with my LK glass screen protector on.

One thing worth noting is that the kickstand is very nice. It has a spring to keep it in the open position, and a tiny magnet on it to keep itself closed. Very satisfying to use, and much better than the kickstand on my old Tough Armor which was essentially a plastic flap held on by two nubs.

Negatives:

I'm not a huge fan of the odd outline on the back. I would've just preferred a clean, clear back.

It's a clear case so I'm worried it might yellow later on, but overall I'm really happy with the case.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Jakub_Z.:
Unfortunately, Pixel is unavailable in my country and I had to import it from Germany. However I ordered case in Poland - but the choice was very limited and there was only this that looked quite ok - the Eiger Glacier.

Eiger Glacier Case for Google Pixel 4a in Clear | Frequency Shop

www.eigerprotection.com

In short, it's terrible. Slippery, gets dirty and scratched easily, and the only advantage is the built qualityand the feeling of buttons.

Later I ordered from Amazon: Spigen Rugged Armor, Spigen Thin Fit and Caseology Vault.

I like the Thin Fit the least - it is slippery, collects a lot of fingerprints, does not protect the phone well.

Vault and Rugged are practically the same and differ only in texture and design. I like the Vault much better in appearance, but unfortunately it feels less secure in the hand and is a bit slippery on the edges and on the back. Rugged is doing great and it's my daily driver.

So if you are looking for solid and reliable case thats nice to grip - Rugged Armor is the best.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] Mike808James:
Shout out to Lew Later! His cases are hands down the best! I had bought a Google branded case that had almost a rough cloth feeling, but it wasn't as nice as the LaterCase, because you cannot clean it easily, like you can with the LaterCase! The thinness, coupled with the strength of Kevlar fibers, and the feeling in the hand: It's perfect!!! I am so happy that my sister bought me the LaterCase from https://latercase.com/products/google-pixel-4a-thin-case for my brithday! It is the best case hands down. Should a case be bulky? No. Should a case be easy to clean? Yes. Should a case scream quality and precision? Of course! Do you want the best? If you do, then you can't go wrong with the LaterCase for any major smartphone out there in the market these days! I've attached a couple of pics of my Pixel 4a with the LaterCase on.
[Google Pixel 4a Accessories] augggg:
I've got the Otterbox Commuter Series case, black. Easy to put on, easy to take off, and easy to find the buttons and fingerprint sensor, feels good in the hand, and seems like it'll outlive all the drops I'm likely to give it over the next year or 2. Time will tell, of course.