Now THAT's different! - Spigen Quartz Hybrid iPhone 11 Review

The average case is usually TPU and PC. The premium case is usually TPU, TPE and PC.

BUT did you know there’s a case that’s TPU and Glass? It’s called the Spigen Quartz Hybrid. The last time I used a case with glass integrated with TPU, was the Amzer Krusta. On the iPhone 6.

The glass is the standout feature of this case BUT I like it not for the reasons you might think. I’ll touch on that later because the question you probably have right now is:

Will the glass crack when you drop it? It does. Eventually.

Think you need a Spigen Quartz Hybrid?

At MREH, Monty and I are crushing the content creation cycle. Everybody’s hanging out in quarantine right now so our plan is to distract you for a few minutes each day. Well, Monty is. I’m assuming I get lost as background noise as all you staring deeply into Monty’s eyes.

The Quartz Hybrid is a slim case. It’s so slim that putting a screen protector on the makes the iPhone too thick for the edges of the case. The Quartz Hybrid fits the iPhone like your typical clear case with the parts of the iPhone looking wet. The entire case has a series of micro dots which is generally used to prevent rainbowing from happening and the dots even occur on the inside of the glass.

In general, the edges on the case are little too pliable for my liking.

The case won’t slide around easily on the back as the glass back is raised. On the front, if there was no screen protector, the case would keep it in place.

From a wear and tear perspective, the glass back is going to be a bit more resistant to scratches but since it’s glass, may break after a while. If you’ve been with the channel long enough, you’ll know that I treat glass as a consumable and this case is no different. It’s glass. It’s probably going to crack.

Fingerprinting doesn’t seem as prevalent as normal clear cases are BUT I don’t think there is much of an oleophobic coating as the waterdrops on the back of the case don’t pop like it would on a screen protector. Keys and coins won’t be an issue with the case and because Monty’s being thorough, the glass has a hardness around 6.

The TPU of the case helps with the handling of the device despite the back being quite slick. I personally think it’s slicker than the usually polycarbonate.

The last thing of note for the Quart Hybrid is that the case is made in China. The majority of Spigen’s cases are made in Korea so that’s an odd outlier. For example, heres’ the Ultra Hybrid which is basically the Quartz hybrid with a clear PC back instead of glass and that case is made in South Korea.

I had no issues accessing my iPhone in the case. It’s such a thin case that nothing gets in the way. The feature that stands out for me is that the glass feels a little cooler than your average PC case. Specifically, I think itt transfers heat a little better than PC so it makes the iPhone feel different.

So when it comes to protection, Quartz Hybrid provides ultimate everyday protection. Ultimate. Super thin, made with glass, ultimate protection. The case apparently is also Mil-grade certified. And the case also supports reverse charging which is a highly touted, unknown feature of the iPhone 11’s.

That’s what Spigen says. The reality is that none of that stuff is really true.

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[unboxingsbym]

Been watching this guy ever since I got my 6s way back 2015.

This is basically my go to channel when I need a case for my phone

[DesiMakeupGrl]

Monty is so attentive when you talk. He’s such a good boy 🐶❤️

[potatothing]

“Glass is glass and glass breaks.” -JerryRigEverything

[Cknumber]

I just started watching. The way Monti just sits and watches you, is amazing. Like he’s captivated by watching you. Love the videos! Thank you!

[DefinitelyNotMyRealName]

I like thin, sleek rather than bulky. Spigen Liquid Air has been my go to case for years. Recently got the crystal clear Ultra Hybrid and noticed a nice touch. The three backside corners are raised to match the camera cutout so it doesn't wobble on a flat surface. I think the price:quality is very good, and if it goes to crap, I'll use the black Liquid Air. Big fan of this channel, been subbed for a long time, thank you.

[tashrontyson]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Mr. Monty was looking so adorable in his purple tie.

[AdrianAntonio]

ive had this case for about two months now and i own over a dozen cases but the spigen is def my fav, great price and quality always wins!

[marthaj]

Wait, what was that at 7:50? About the touchscreen gloves? Didn't _quuuiiite_ catch what you said but....I'm guessing you don't have a very high opinion of them 🤣 😂 Btw, your channel is both informative _and_ entertaining. Thanks for doing what you do!

[DaveDiec]

Love the bloopers reel you’ve been doing at the end of the videos! ☺️

[twisxted]

Hey man! dont worry man ill be here to watch your videos daily!

[nickcrill]

I love your videos! I don’t think they get as much love as you deserve. I’ve been watching for soooo long

[daniel_s]

I actually kind of understand why you would want a glass case. When u drop glass it shatters, we all know that, but the shattering of the glass actually spreads the shock evenly on the glass, which means it won't transfer to the phone.


TLDR: glass breaks, your phone wont

[FoxxFire]

Lol yeah Aaron for YOU glass is totally a consumable. We hope to not break our glass. That's why we watch your videos (well, one of the reasons...I don't want to get Monty upset).

[Dropsen]

@MobileReviewsEh spigen crystal hybrid, ultra hybrid or quartz hybrid?

[kevynmarkowitz]

Monty is the best behaved dog ever! I've seen glass cases on Amazon, and my immediate thought is no way! Thanks for confirming that for me. It seems like most of the tough cases are more masculine. Are all the feminine cases crap? Just saying... I'm narrowed down to mous for a clear case even though it is expensive with a black frame. I still want the Pela (pronounced Peela) case because it's the only compostable case. Tomorrow is Earth day. Love the speck prisidio grip although the strips came off my last one. In honor of Earth day you should test all the biodegradable cases. Incipio makes one. Also, because of covid19 all the microbial cases like tech 21, and speck cases. Are there any others? I have a Galaxy s9, and thinking of getting the iphone11, thoughts? I love watching the experimenting! The spiegen glass was a foregone conclusion but, fun to watch! Thanks!

[allanknight]

Hi Aaron. Do you have a preference in cases; full protection or half? What I mean by half protection, is when you fit your phone into the case, and the face is exposed.

[akhmadfasya]

what my concern is not what back case can do
but how high camera protection and screen protection

[thecarguychannel]

Which is better the quartz hybrid or the ultra hybrid case? I am looking to buy one for my 12 pro max thank you

[TheMrSnarf]

Monty with the purple tie!!! Must obey Monty!!!

[rapgoddessboxturtle]

Hey, love your reviews. One question: what totally clear (e.g no black edges like on the mous clarity) case would you recommend for the iPhone 11!