Spigen Tough Armor Designed for Samsung Galaxy S10 Case (2019) - Black

Had this case since Aug 2025. Thie phone has been protected from MANY drops including off a running horse to actually falling off the roof of my house (2 floors) when taking down Christmas lights. So either I have been very lucky or this case really is pretty amazing! It is also souch slimer than my old otter box.

I had a Spigen case for my S7 Edge and loved it. It did an excellent job of protecting my phone. So, when I bought my S10 Spigen was the first company I searched for. I read some of the reviews and I was skeptical because people had hinted the quality had gone down. Sorry, I'm not seeing that. One of the things mentioned was that the case is slippery. I've noticed that the reviews that mention it are ones that come in colors such as the graphite grey or gunmetal. I ordered mine in black just like the last case I had prior and it's all coated in a rubbery material. If I place my phone with the case on a flat palm it does slide around if I shake it. But, I'm never holding my phone that way. When I grip the sides of the phone it's easy to grip. Even if I shake it pretty hard with a normal grip I still don't have a issue with it slipping out of my hand. I don't know if the other colors are just plain plastic but it's just something I noticed. Also, don't know it if was intentional or not but my thumb rests right over the Bixby button regularly. The button itself has ridges in it. The ridges might have been designed just to make it easier to find the Bixby button in the dark but I feel like it gives me a better grip. The buttons work perfectly. I'll admit the last case I had the buttons were hard push at times but it wasn't a deal breaker for me. I think these buttons actually work better on this case. It's not an overly bulky case, which I really like. I can still fit it in my back pocket just fine (for all you ladies with our tiny useless butt pockets). The kickstand I've never been too thrilled with even though I feel like this one is slightly (slightly!) better. Overall I'm completely satisfied with this case. I'm not disappointed at all and it over-exceeded my expectations. Five stars! June 23, 2020 update: One year later and it still works great. October 3, 2025 update: Don't know if anyone is still reading but my case finally kicked the bucket. The Bixby button fell off and the power button is cracked and probably next to go. Honestly still a 5 star. It did its job. I've dropped my phone quite a number of times and had no issues. This case has been through a lot so what?... 6 years of good use. That'll do Spigen, that'll do.

This is not a bad phone case. It kept my phone safe for a while and survived multiple drops. Started to fall apart after about a year (it got weathered). Not too bulky, it fit well within my pocket. My hand was able to grip it just fine, but after it started to get old and weathered, it would slip out more easily.

Was really impressed with the quality for the price. Feels really sturdy on the phone. Like cases that cost 30 to 40 dollars.

I had the Tough Armor for my Galaxy S6 for 4 years and notice a difference in quality to this one. The only one, I believe was molded colored plastic vs this one where it is painted/finished (picture is of gunmetal). This finish on this case was much nicer than I thought it was going to be and felt rather tough. Yes, if you mistreate the case and drop or drag it on sand paper, sure, it will scratch. Come on folks, it’s not an expensive case so you have to change your expectations. If this was a $50 case similar to the Pelican case, then yes I would expect it to keep it color (like the old on did) and just show scratches. However, it’s a relatively cheap cost so for the price, I think it does a great job at protecting the phone and the finish is what I expected, great for the price! Would buy again! UPDATE: Now that I have the phone in the case some additional thoughts that overall don't change how I feel about/what I wrote above. The back feels a little slicker than the previous cases but the rubber side grips appear to have adequate grip for me. I believe the slick feeling on the back was the added coating to help all those saying it scratches and peels off. The lip top and bottom provides enough clearance if you're one to put your phone face down. Overall still very happy and will continue to use it. All of the buttons are very easy use and non of the corners are sharp st all. The power button is a little higher to reach for me (coming from an S6) but the Bixby button is very distinct with the texture and it is longer as seen in the images. The case is a great design and still very happy with it.

Not too bulky but slim, sturdy, tough, and feels good in your hand. I really like the color gunmetal and so far it has not worn off. The down side is you can't add a glass screen protector as the case pushes it out. Use a film. Other than that it does a good deed of protecting your phone. The little stand seems a bit flimsy but so far has not broken.

Tough, Sleek, and Reliable — Still One of the Best Cases for the Galaxy S10 The Spigen Tough Armor for the Samsung Galaxy S10 continues to prove why it’s a classic. I’ve used Spigen cases for multiple phones over the years, and this one keeps up the brand’s reputation for slim yet rugged protection. The dual-layer design — a shock-absorbing TPU interior and a hard polycarbonate shell — feels solid in hand without adding too much bulk. The case fits the S10 perfectly, with precise cutouts, tactile buttons, and raised lips that protect the screen and camera from direct contact. It easily survives drops and bumps with barely a scuff, and the Air Cushion corners genuinely absorb impact. Wireless charging still works flawlessly, which isn’t always the case with thicker covers. The built-in kickstand is a nice bonus for watching videos or propping up the phone during calls, though it feels a little delicate and is best used on flat surfaces. Grip is good — the matte black finish has a soft-touch feel that keeps the phone secure in your hand and pocket. Bottom line: The Spigen Tough Armor remains one of the best protective cases for the Galaxy S10 — slim, stylish, and battle-tested. It offers near-OtterBox-level protection without the bulk or price tag.

Pretty good overall with the design and how sleek it feels but the buttons are pretty stiff. Compared to the other cases I've had this is the hardest one to press. It makes daily use annoying when I need to change the volume or turn off or on my phone. It has protected my phone through some drops and throws so in that aspect it's good, but the buttons really irk me dropping the rating.