Catalyst Waterproof Case Review

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While there are several options when it comes to phone cases, Catalyst provides not only protection but also has some of the best features, which can be found in both their Waterproof Cases and Impact Protection Cases. The Waterproof Case not only provides fully sealed and submersible protection up to a depth of 33 feet or 10 meters, but it is also made of impact-resistant and scratch-proof polycarbonate which means that it exceeds the military standards for shocks and drops up to 6.6 feet or 2 meters. On top of this, the Waterproof Case can be cleaned with water and disinfected with 70% alcohol as there is no danger of damaging the surface or getting moisture into any of the ports. The most unique and cool feature of Catalyst Cases has to be their patented rotating mute toggle switch, which turns your phone's flip switch into a rotary switch, making it much more convenient and easy to use.

If you don’t need the waterproof protection of the Catalyst Waterproof Case then their Impact Protection Case is the one for you. It is lighter less expensive (only $39.99US) and rated for 1 more meter of drop protection and also has an exposed phone face for direct touchscreen access.

It has been reported that a skydiver recently dropped his phone from 14,000 feet and it survived thanks to the catalyst case that was protecting it. What more proof do you need, these cases are tough and can easily protect your precious phone.



Features:

• Waterproof IP68 33ft (10m)
• Wireless Charging Through Case
• Drop Proof MIL-STD 810G, 6.6ft (2m)
• Clear Housing Showcases iPhone
• Snow / Dirt / Sand Proof
• Easy to Install / Remove
• Patented True Sound Acoustic Technology
• Hard-coated Dual Optical Lens
• Patented Rotating Mute Toggle
• Over-sized Lightning Port
• Fits Most Charge Cables
• Lanyard Attachment Point
• Wrist Lanyard Included

Verdict:
Phone cases are a product that we use every day but quickly forget about and that’s the point. They do their job of protecting our valuable phones without us even knowing. I’ve been using the Catalyst Impact Protection Case for several months now after my old case (from another brand) delaminated and no longer functioned properly. I chose to use the Impact Protection Case over the Waterproof Case as I just don’t ever take my phone near water and it was a little heavier and bulkier. The Impact Protection Case provides the protection I need in case I drop my phone (which I do often) and the rotary dial for muting the phone’s volume is an innovative little addition. At just $49.99CAN / $39.99US, it provides great value and protection in a nicely understated design.

Pros:

• Simple and easy-to-use design.
• Impact protection.
• Rotating Mute Toggle is so convenient.

Cons:

• The upper volume button is sticky.

Specs:
Catalyst Waterproof Case
Price: $109.99CAN / $89.99US
Colour: Black
Waterproof: 33ft
Drop Proof: 6.6ft
Compatibility: iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone12, iPhone 11, iPhone X/XR/XS/XS MAX, iPhone 8/7 SE and Plus, iPhone 6S and 6S Plus

Catalyst Impact Protection Case
Price: $49.99CAN / $39.99US
Colours: Several
Drop proof: MIL-STD 810G 9.9ft / 3m
Compatibility: iPhone 11, iPhone X/XR/XS/XS MAX, iPhone 8/7 SE and Plus

Rating: 9/10
Innovation:     2/2
Function:        1.5/2
Design:           1.5/2
Features:         2/2
Quality/Price:  2/2