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The stunning Samsung Galaxy S3 has been the most successful Android smartphone this year, but at a high price it’s not always best to use the device without decent protection. Today we look at the top 5 protective cases for the Galaxy S3.

KolayClear S-Line Gel Silicone Case

Only £0.95

For under £1, the Clear S-line case will come with not only a silicone case, but also a screen protector and a sock for your S3. It’s not going to protect your case much from a heavy drop, but it fits easily onto your handset and provides grip that is quite unapparent with the device on its own.

The case and screen protector together allow you to place your Galaxy S3 into your pocket without worry, as the handset will remain scratch-free. The sock provides a little extra protection, and for just ninety five pence, the three-piece combo is the perfect product for S3 owners that have little money in their pockets.

 

Zenus Masstige Leather Case

Only £24.95

The Zenus Masstige E-Note case is made from real leather and firmly clips your Galaxy S3 onto a plastic backing inside the wallet-like interior without losing the vintage feel of the leather case. On the inside there are four pockets on the left which can store credit cards and cash. The pockets comfortably hold your cash and cards, and the leather provides enough padding to lessen the worry of scraping the plastic on your handsets screen.

The case adds a bit more grip to the slippery surface of the S3, and although it’s constructed with many strips of leather, the device still feels slim and easy to hold when in the case.

 

Terrapin Premium PU Leather Flip Case

Was £19.99 Now £7.99

If you’re looking for a little more style to add to your Galaxy S3, a range of cases made by Terrapin allow you to keep your handset protected without losing any style or functionality of the device.

Terrapin offer two versions of their product, the first being a £7.99 version which clips your S3 into a plastic backing attached to the fabric case. It fits snugly in the case and has four pockets on the left side which can store your cards and cash. The fabric case feels quite bulky and can be a little troublesome to fit into smaller pockets, but you can feel confident that if dropped on any hard surfaces, the thick padding is likely to prevent damage. With a huge discount, this is a great buy to snap up.

The second offering by Terrapin is a smaller flip caseis priced at £3.99 and doesn’t include the wallet features. Many of the colours and designs are for a female audience, but there are some unisex designs as well, and some cases are made from different materials, allowing you to purchase something that matches your preference.

 

Otterbox Commuter

Was £29.99 Now £18.13

The Otterbox Commuter is an all-round case suitable for protecting your device, keeping it clean in your pocket, and adding grip, all whilst keeping the weight and width to a minimum, making it a preferred choice when out and about. The case comes with two separate components, both needed to keep the device as sturdy as possible, while adding an extra layer of durability to the product itself.

It’s a little hard to get on, but after the initial struggle, the Commuter feels at home on the Galaxy S3. It stays firmly attached to your handset, and feels strong enough to absorb the impact of most common accidents you may come across. And with the case currently reduced, now’s a great time to buy.

 

Case-Mate Pop

Only £24.99

Case-Mate lives up to its good reputation with its S3 Pop; the quality is of a high standard, and the product feels very sturdy and durable in the hand. It’s easy to put the S3 in and out of the case, but once attached, it stays in place and won’t fall out.

The case has two grip pads on either side making it comfortable and secure in your hand, whilst keeping a slim form factor to the device. The case is of a similar complexity to the Galaxy S3 itself, making it feel like a part of the handset instead of an attachable peripheral.

An interesting addition to the case is a pop-out stand on the back that can hold your phone up on a flat surface. The stand positions the phone at a viewable angle, and keeps it in place without any wobbling. The stand feels a little flimsy under the weight of your fingers when using the touchscreen, but it manages to cope with day-to-day use.

Overall, this is a premium case for a premium product. If you value your S3, you should get a case that will protect it no matter what and look good at the same time. This is our pick for the best case available for this phone – click the more info button above to learn more about why we like it so much.