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I don’t normally do case reviews as there is hardly anything to write about. However, I recently ordered both the Ringke Fusion and Spigen Ultra Hybrid for my Pixel 6 and thought they were worth writing about.
Both cases are similar in that they are clear plastic which provides a good level of protection for your phone while showing off the underlying design and colour.
I have a tendency to buy thick black, highly protective cases, but I quite like the Sorta Seafoam colourway and wanted something less chunky than the Spigen Tough Armor Case I tried with my Pixel 6 Pro.
| Preview | Product | Rating | Price | |
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| Ringke Fusion Compatible with Google Pixel 6 Case, Clear... |
£8.99 | Buy on Amazon | |
| Spigen Ultra Hybrid Case Compatible with Google Pixel 6 -... |
£15.99 | Buy on Amazon |
Ringke Fusion vs Spigen Ultra Hybrid Crytal Clear Cases for Pixel 6
Visually, there is not much difference between the two cases, and they both fit on the phone securely, and both have all the buttons and holes in the right places.
The Spigen Ultra Hybrid uses a hard plastic back panel with all edges and around the camera being a flexible TPU plastic.
Spigen claims to use an air cushion technology to protect the phone from corner drops. That sounds fancier than it is, at the very corner of the case, part of the TPU has been cut out, so that corner of the phone isn’t touching the plastic.
Both cases have a lip away from the screen, providing some screen protection from dropping face down.
The Ringke has an edge cambering up to create a deeper lip for the top and bottom edges of the case. Therefore you get a bit better protection, but also, you are not catching your finger on a significantly raised edge when you edge touch the screen.
The Spigen weighs 34 grams while the Ringke is 30 grams, which may indicate a little added protection from the Spigen
Price and Availability
| Preview | Product | Rating | Price | |
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| Ringke Fusion Compatible with Google Pixel 6 Case, Clear... |
£8.99 | Buy on Amazon | |
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| Spigen Ultra Hybrid Case Compatible with Google Pixel 6 -... |
£15.99 | Buy on Amazon |
The Ringke Fusion is just £7.99 and is still available for next day delivery.
The Spigen Ultra Hybrid Case costs almost double and has been in and out of stock. Currently, it is available for next day delivery.
Overall
I am not doing drop tests with my brand new phone, so I can’t say for sure which is best.
Subjectively, I would say the Spigen offers better protection, but it doesn’t feel quite as nice in hand and costs twice as much.
I have been a bit of a die-hard Spigen fan over the years, I haven’t had a smashed phone using any of their phones. However, this time I ended up keeping the Ringke Fusion, I may end up regretting this if I break my phone, but overall I am happy with the quality of protection and that it doesn’t add too much bulk to my phone.
I am James, a UK-based tech enthusiast and the Editor and Owner of Mighty Gadget, which I’ve proudly run since 2007. Passionate about all things technology, my expertise spans from computers and networking to mobile, wearables, and smart home devices.
As a fitness fanatic who loves running and cycling, I also have a keen interest in fitness-related technology, and I take every opportunity to cover this niche on my blog. My diverse interests allow me to bring a unique perspective to tech blogging, merging lifestyle, fitness, and the latest tech trends.
In my academic pursuits, I earned a BSc in Information Systems Design from UCLAN, before advancing my learning with a Master’s Degree in Computing. This advanced study also included Cisco CCNA accreditation, further demonstrating my commitment to understanding and staying ahead of the technology curve.
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