Have you ever bought a fun, new phone case, only to have supreme disappointment set in as soon as the case is on your phone? I’m raising my hand, high. I can’t even count the number of phone cases I’ve had that have been less than satisfactory and resulted in cracks. I wish someone had been there to tell me the things I needed to know before buying said phone cases. That’s why I thought it was time to do an honest review of the Casetify phone cases.

If you’re on the fence about whether or not to spend your money on another phone case that will only disappoint, this post is for you. In order to help you feel a little more at ease with your Casetify phone case purchase, we’re sharing reviews from every member of the team. We all have different sizes and chose different types of cases from our Casetify collection so there’s a lot to go over!

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Honest review of Casetify phone case

We launched our first collection of phone cases in 2021 and you’ve responded to it so well. Since then, we’ve released two more collections with a third being released tomorrow with LarsHaus, perhaps my favorite to date!

While designing cell phone cases is loads of fun, it’s also very satisfying to be able to partner with the best of the best out there and Casetify is just that. They make the best, most durable, most protective cases out there with a ton of different design options.

Because it’s been almost two years now since our first collection, I thought I’d update this post review with how the phone cases are holding up now that we’ve had plenty of experience with them.. I know they’re more of an investment than a $10 one from the grocery store so let me tell why Casetify is worth it.

Casetify Honest Review Update:

That said, I’m sure you’re thinking “how honest can you be if you’re designing their collections–biased much?” Absolutely we are biased. In fact, I’d love for you to buy one of our cases! THAT SAID, we could partner with any cell phone case company out there and we CHOOSE to continue to partner with Casetify. They really are the best.

So, this is an honest review of our experience with it. I have some new feedback about the compostable cases, which I’ve been using for the past 6 months–you can read about below.

The following reviews are from the team members here at The House that Lars Built. They’re complete with our customized experiences; our journeys with our individual cases. Hopefully this information can shed some light on these cases that we love to look at and also want to be able to keep for a while. Of course, feel free to reach out with any questions!

Hailey’s honest Casetify review:

How long have you had your Casetify phone case?

I’ve had my current case since our collection of phone cases was launched. But I’ve used Casetify for years, even before we had a collection.

What’s your honest opinion? How is your case holding up?

I have cracked every phone I’ve ever owned so I was a little skeptical that a non-bulky case would actually protect it. But boy has Casetify delivered! I’ve used Casetify cases for years and I’m never going back. I love that I can always find way cute designs on Casetify, too.

Brittany’s honest Casetify review:

How long have you had your Casetify phone case?

I’ve had my current one (this one with a yellow edge) since our collection came out, but I’ve been using a Casetify case for a few years now.

What’s your honest opinion? How is your case holding up?

Prior to my Casetify case I had a case that just did the job–it wasn’t cute! I had dropped my phone enough times and cracked the screen that I didn’t want to risk it anymore. I got a translucent yellow Casetify case a few years ago and loved the look because my phone was also yellow so it was MAJOR yellow vibes–my favorite vibes of all the vibes.

The case is strong without feeling like a barricade and it’s cute so it checks off all my boxes. I put a screen protector on the glass itself because I always seem to defy all odds with cracking the screen and that’s done a great job too. (I use this one if you’re interested).

I started out with two cases from our collection because I couldn’t decide and I switched them out. I used this pink/red colorblock one (I chose the translucent neon yellow rim) with our blue socket and this folk floral one with translucent yellow rim with this green flower socket.

Compostable

I now use the compostable rainbow retro floral case because I loved that Casetify had this ultra compostable line.They use their own material that is made from plants and bamboo and it’s is compostable and biodegradable. They break down into carbon dioxide, water, and other naturally occurring minerals–no toxins left. SUPER into that.

I got the compostable version because I love that they are being mindful about waste, but I also got it because I liked the mushroom color with the design. It worked well for awhile, but I started noticing some chipping after about 5 months. These photos were taken in January:

Ultra Compostable Case from Casetify

Now, the next few photos were taken in May of 2023 and you can see that it hasn’t held up well.

The printing of the design is chipping off on all corners.

Because the compostable cases are super matte, they don’t stay clean very well. Mind you, I haven’t ever cleaned the case itself because I wanted to see how it would get. It doesn’t take dirt well. This is, of course, a light colored case and would take dirt easily. The darker colors would fare much better.

I am not careful with my phone and I have two boys who have no concept of careful so this is probably as bad as you can get.

All that said, the case itself has held up and the phone itself is uber protected. It’s just the case itself, which shows that it does its job.

Jane’s honest review of Casetify phone cases:

How long have you had your Casetify phone case?

I’ve had my case since September 2021. It’s been a game changer for me!

What’s your honest opinion? How is your case holding up?

I’m obsessed with so many designs from our new collection with Casetify. But I narrowed them down to the Pink & Red Checkers with a blue outline. This is my first time using Casetify. I love that you can customize the case and that they have a variety of materials you can choose from, especially if you are environmentally friendly.

I’ve used other brands before and they have been durable, but heavier and chunkier for my hands. My Casetify case is super sturdy and lightweight! Of course, we all drop our phones and every time I’ve done that my phone is perfectly fine with no cracks in the screen or dents in the phone. I worry less about keeping my phone looking brand new and safe. My only complaint is a small chip in my most recent case, but it still protects my phone perfectly.

I’ve also noticed that Casetify cases can be a bit slippery. Sometimes when I set my phone on the magnetic holder in my car it slides around a bit. But I do love how easy it is to slide into my pocket.

Carrie’s honest review of Casetify phone cases:

How long have you had your Casetify phone case?

Since October 2021.

What’s your honest opinion? How is your case holding up?

I’m not exaggerating when I say it still looks brand new. I’ve dropped it a few times already but can’t see scuff marks yet, and it protected my phone from any cracks, even without a screen protector. I’ve had so many issues with past phone cases getting dirty, ripping, and just looking pretty sad in general. My previous phone case before Casetify was a minimal, red one (I thought it would show the dirt less than clear or white), but it quickly started to look dirty from rubbing against the inside of my pockets and bags. With this new Casetify case, I don’t see any discoloration after 7 months, even though the border is clear. Very happy with it!

Oh, I also love that it’s so smooth and wipes off easily. Much better than some silicone cases I’ve had which attract dust and lint from my pockets like crazy. I’ve never had a problem with lint clinging to my Casetify phone case as long as I’ve had it!

Sophie’s Casetify Honest Review

How long have you had your Casetify phone case?

I’ve had my phone case for about 3 weeks.

What’s your honest opinion? How is your case holding up?

Wow I love my new phone case. After three weeks it’s still just the best case I’ve put on my phone EVER! The case is so durable and cute, so it’s the perfect combo.

Our Takeaway: Pros and Cons

Based on our current experience using Casetify phone cases, we have been pleasantly surprised by how durable they are, not to mention some of the cutest phone cases we’ve ever seen.

We’ve broken the reviews down into a list of pros and cons for you to analyze all in one place:

Pros

• Cute designs (ahem, especially ours 😉
• Customizable options–you can get it for nearly every year, make, model
• Compostable line
• Durable and long-lasting compared to other phone cases we’ve tried
• Even as it yellows with time, stays sturdy
• maintains color well without rubbing off (except compostable)
• Mag-Safe compatible

Cons

• A little slippery for car magnet holders
• Compostable cases can get dirty (the lighter colors) and chip
• Some complain that the clear border yellows over time (but this takes at least a year or more to start happening)
• The occasional chip or dent can happen, but that’s rare
• A little stiff and hard to put on/take off your phone
• Can be a bit on the pricey side ($40-$80, as opposed to the $10-$30 range you’ll find on Amazon).

Overall:

Casetify cases are some of the most durable and long-lasting cases we’ve tried. No phone case is invincible, but these ones last as long as you need them to before you start to want a new phone anyway. In addition, they do an excellent job at protecting your phone while still being minimal and not overly bulky. They can be a bit stiff to take on and off, but that’s because they’re more durable than your average minimal case. And they do slip beautifully into pockets and purses without getting stuck or attracting lint. And in addition to how wonderfully long-lasting and durable they are, they are by far some of the best looking phone cases we’ve seen (We might be a little biased on this one, ha)!

One additional note: we’ve had a few people complain about the higher price of Casetify’s phone cases. As mentioned above, the cases range from $40-$80 most of the time, depending on phone model and customization options. This can be a deal breaker for some, but we find it relevant to remember that durability and price usually go hand in hand. By paying a bit more for your phone case, you’re also paying for a biodegradable, durable phone case that will last and protect your phone well over time.

That said, this Casetify collection has our stamp of approval and you can rest easy adding it to your cart. Here’s the link to our Casetify collection.

More Inspiration

Loved this review and want to see more Casetify content? Step right this way. Here’s the post where we launched our original collection, and here’s BLOOM, with some lifestyle photos and style inspo. We’ve also done a lot of DIY’s inspired by the collection! See our retro florals backdrop and tablescape, nesting Easter eggs, and painted mini pumpkins.