Customer Reviews for OtterBox Defender Series Pro Black Rugged Case for iPad mini (6th generation) (77-87479)
77 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Jan 4, 2025
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Great overall case, with additions to add for a better work use.
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Posted Feb 17, 2024
Poor quality.
Would not stand up at an angle, had to return. (extra words to meet character minimum for review)
Mars
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Posted Jan 4, 2025
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Great overall case, with additions to add for a better work use.
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George
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Posted Nov 18, 2024
Great product
Fits perfectly well designed no instructions for installation
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Posted Nov 11, 2024
The Best '
The best protection for IPads. Will recommend to others.
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Rizz
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Posted Feb 17, 2024
Poor quality.
Would not stand up at an angle, had to return. (extra words to meet character minimum for review)
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Response from Staples :
Hi! We are sorry to hear about the issues you had with your Defender Series case. We are happy we were able to assist you with a return. If we may assist with any questions or issues, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service Team, as we are always happy to help!
February 20, 2024
MarkB
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Posted Jan 3, 2024
A solid case to protect an iPad mini.
A solid box for protecting my iPad mini. It was a little complicated to figure out, but we followed the instructions and got it installed. It’s pretty solid and seems like it will protect the iPad.
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JonW
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Posted Dec 3, 2023
Worse otterbox purchase after all these years
Pencil door fell off I don’t even use it. This leaves the iPad unprotected and dust gets in. Long time otterbox customer but this case is junk. Mad it is going to cost me shipping for an inferior product.
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Response from Staples :
Hello, Jon! we are so sorry to hear that you experienced an issue with your Defender Pro Series iPad case. We would be more than happy to get you a new product via warranty replacement. Please give our CS Team a call at 1-855-688-7269 and we are happy to help with this!
December 4, 2023
Jmbarron
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Posted Jul 10, 2023
I think I’m done with Otterbox
I’m not sure which one you are asking about. I bought 2 for this iPad with the first one, the cover for the Apple Pencil broke off before I got the tablet installed. It went in the trash. I replaced it with another cover. At the same time I bought a case for my granddaughters Mini. It seems to work well and is very protective. Unfortunate it does not have provisions fo...
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Robbie
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Posted Jun 26, 2023
Apple pen side of case breaks easily
Not the same quality I'm used to from Otterbox. The side where the Apple pen fits breaks very easily, and leaves the whole right side of the iPad exposed.
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Response from Staples :
Hi there, Robbie! So sorry for any trouble you've had with the Defender Series Pro case for your iPad mini. We understand how that could be a bit discouraging. If that pencil tray pops off, you should be able to simply slide it back into place though.
If you're case has taken on some damage, we'd be more than happy to look into your case replacement options under our fantastic product warranty. Just give our awesome Otters a ring at 1-855-688-7269 and they'd be more than happy to assist you further.
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OtterBox Customer Support
OtterBox, June 27, 2023
Mark M
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Posted May 31, 2023
Poor fit and finish
Just got the case and door for pencil is loose and pops out. Back rubber piece does not fit back of the ipad smoothly. Maybe I got a bad one, but quality seems very poor.
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Response from Staples :
Hey there, Mark! So sorry to learn about your disappointing experience with the Defender Series Pro case for your iPad mini (6th gen). If that pencil tray falls out on you, you should be able to simply pop it back into place. However, that case should be sitting nice and snug, so any fit issues are definitely unexpected.
There's not need to worry though! Let's see what we can do for you under our amazing product warranty. Just give our awesome Otters a ring at 1-855-688-7269 and they'd be more than happy to get the ball rolling on your replacement case.
Cheers,
OtterBox Customer Support
OtterBox, June 2, 2023
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Posted Apr 13, 2023
Otter box for ipad mini 6
It does not come with the clear plastic screen protector that previous ipad minis have had.
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Caitlin S
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Posted Mar 14, 2023
Stand
My iPad won't stay standing in the stand it falls.
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Response from Staples :
Oh snap! We're sorry to hear about this unusual situation with our Defender Pro Series case. Are you certain that the case was installed correctly? We recommend checking out our installation video on YouTube! You can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OXDeax6Sp0
If this does not fix the issue, give us a ring at 1-855-688-7269 and we would be happy to help troubleshoot with you!
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OtterBox Customer Service
OtterBox, March 15, 2023
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Posted Mar 5, 2023
IPad Case
When I get electronics I always purchase Otterbox for myself. I am usually busy and the product is always great to have. Every time I purchase IPads for my grandsons (3) I get an Otterbox. 5 star product wouldn’t buy anything else for protection.
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Starz
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Posted Feb 13, 2023
Mixed bag
Primary purpose of the case is drop protection, seems like the case will do that well.
I like the thought of the anti-microbial feature, but can't really evaluate it.
We're using it with an Amplify Glass anti-microbial screen protector; they fit together well.
Not using a Pencil2 (yet), but the case's flip-out door giving access to the tablet's mag attachment side, a...
I like the thought of the anti-microbial feature, but can't really evaluate it.
We're using it with an Amplify Glass anti-microbial screen protector; they fit together well.
Not using a Pencil2 (yet), but the case's flip-out door giving access to the tablet's mag attachment side, a...
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Smokeybear
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Posted Feb 12, 2023
Broke part broke warranty
Otterbox gives excuses, won’t honor warranty after months of asking
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Response from Staples :
Hey there! We're sorry to hear your Defender Series Pro case has taken on some damage and we apologize for any inconvenience you've experienced with your warranty claim. It looks like our team is working to sort out a shipping concern and have been in contact with you regarding this. We're confident they're working hard to ensure this is taken care of for you. Please feel free to reply directly to their email or give us a call at 1-855-688-7269 with any questions or concerns.
Warm regards,
OtterBox Customer Support
OtterBox, February 15, 2023
hownowbrowncow
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Posted Jan 31, 2023
The stylus holder is cheap.
The stylus holder is cheap and breaks after a while. Mine lasted a year. Otherwise the case is fine. The screen protector is not part of the case for some reason on this model. Previous cases it was built in. On this version its either sold separately or you order as part of the kit.
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Response from Staples :
Hey there! Thanks so much for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on this Defender Series Pro case. We're happy to hear the case has generally met your standards of protection! We're sorry to hear about your troubles with the pencil tray though. If that piece pops out, you should be able to slide it back in place, but we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Also, you're correct in saying this case doesn't include a built-in screen protector. That feature is offered by our standard Defender Series case, but you can always pair your Defender Series Pro case with one of our trusted screen protectors, like the Amplify or Alpha Glass. Please feel free to give our friendly Otters a ring at 1-855-688-7269 with any additional questions or concerns.
Warm regards,
OtterBox Customer Support
OtterBox, February 1, 2023
Stump Jumper
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Posted Jan 28, 2023
The pencil door is so annoying
To be honest, the case fits great. But it’s the pencil door that kills this product. It’s flimsy. What you’re holding it with your right hand it literally creaks and pops from the cheap plastic door on the side. It annoyed me so bad I threw it in the trash.
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Response from Staples :
Hey there! We're very sorry to hear the Defender Series Pro case wasn't what you were hoping for. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts on the pencil tray with us though. We're always looking for way to improve our cases, so we'll be sure to pass your feedback along to our team for you. We ask that you don't make any changes to the case as it can affect its integrity, but please don't hesitate to give us a call at 1-855-688-7269 with any questions or if you'd like to chat about this further.
Best,
OtterBox Customer Support
OtterBox, January 30, 2023
NevH
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Posted Jan 20, 2023
That dang pencil door …
So I’m on my second case for the same issue… that dang pencil door. Just ordered a replacement again…. Seriously if they would make this case without that door it would be 5 stars. With case #3 I plan to just tape it shut, I don’t use it
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Response from Staples :
Yikes! We're sorry to hear about those continued issues with the Defender Series Pro case's pencil tray. If that piece falls out you should be able to line up the dots/circles on the side of the case and pop that part back into place. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts on this with us. It sounds like you've already been in touch with our team about getting this replaced, but if there's anything else we can do to help, please don't hesitate to give us a call at 1-855-688-7269.
Cheers,
OtterBox Customer Service
OtterBox, January 25, 2023
Jennifer
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Posted Jan 17, 2023
I haven’t gotten one yet
Ok I planning on updating my iPhone se 2020 and my ipad mini 4 and my apple watch se but I will be honest with you I been using otterboxes on my ipod 3 and my mini 1 and my first apple cell phone But the Alpha glass is becoming a deal braker for me my sister and dad have it all kind of dirt dust gets stuck behind it I already started looking for alternatives that have b...
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Response from Staples :
Hi there! Thank you for being such a loyal member of our OtterBox family! If you're looking for an iPad case that includes a built-in screen protector, you should take a look at our standard Defender Series case. We're sorry to hear about your experience with the Alpha Glass though. We know how frustrating those imperfections can be on your screen. Are you aware of our awesome product warranty? If anything goes wrong with your OtterBox product, just get in touch with us and we can look into getting that replaced for you. If you're still in the market for some new cases and accessories, please feel free to give our friendly Otters a buzz at 1-855-688-7269 and they'd be happy to answer any questions you have or look into any warranties you may need to claim.
Cheers,
OtterBox Customer Support
OtterBox, January 23, 2023
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Posted Jan 2, 2023
OtterBox misses mark
The defender for the iPad mini 6 simply misses the mark. The pencil compartment cause the case structure to suffer and not be as solid as previous iPad defender cases. Also the using the shield as a landscape stand simply doesn’t work. Barely touching the screen causes the iPad mini 6 to slip from its perch. OtterBox needs to ditch the pencil compartment and redesign th...
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Response from Staples :
What's going on with that Apple Pencil compartment of the Defender Series Pro case that has you feeling like it's making the rest of the unit suffer? Without a better understanding of your recent experience, it's tough to properly address that; but the shield stand should certainly be allowing for hands-free viewing and such of your iPad mini, and we're sorry that hasn't been the case.
We'd love a chance to help get you a more stable go of it moving forward. Just ping our friendly Otters at 1-855-688-7269, and we'll be glad to help get a brand-new warranty replacement in the works!
Best,
OtterBox Customer Support
OtterBox, January 6, 2023
David G
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Posted Oct 27, 2022
Inclusion of the Mac pen slot makes it weak
Usually these cases are bullet proof but the outer slip case is saggy and doesn’t fit correctly and the Mac pen slot leaves the iPad unprotected at that side. The outer frame flap was lost in the first week and the frame section where the pen goes broke in less than 3 months.
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Response from Staples :
Very sorry to hear (and literally see) that things have gone structurally sideways with your current Defender Series Pro case. Fortunately, we've got a great warranty in place to help get things back on track with a brand-new replacement! Just ping our handy Otters through the link below, and we'll have this all fixed up in no time!
https://www.otterbox.com/en-us/warranty-begin
Best,
OtterBox Customer Service Team
OtterBox, November 2, 2022