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Apple iPhone XS Max OtterBox case roundup: Three options for adding rugged drop protection

The iPhone XS Max is Apple's most expensive smartphone yet and while it offers a high level of dust and water resistance, it is still susceptible to drops. OtterBox is known for protecting your phones and has 48 options in eight different series.
By Matthew Miller, Contributing Writer
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Three OtterBox cases for the iPhone XS Max

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Two pieces of the Pursuit Series

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Snapped in nice and secure thanks to the Pursuit

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The Pursuit redirects audio to the front

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Doesn't add much bulk at all

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Clear back shows off your iPhone XS Max

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Easy to manipulate raised buttons

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Defenders Series Pro in four pieces

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Raised edges protect the display

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All ports and buttons are covered

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Lightning cover and lower back

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Camera opening on the back

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Foam padding on the inside back

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Watch movies with the holster as a kickstand

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Commuter series looking good

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Raised buttons and an opening for the ringer switch

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Traditional back on the Commuter Series

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