I have only used the apple silicone case for years. Loved it. They stopped making cases in the colors I like for my years model and I had been eyeing these cases for a while so I got this case in the lavender color. Gee! I am so so happy with this case, the texture of it feels nicer than the silicone by apple. Also the thickness of the case was a pleasant surprise, it seems like it will actually protect my phone and that the case itself won’t chip/peel/break from a fall. It makes using the buttons really nice and clicky. I’m just blown away, definitely exceeded expectations! I’ve texted everyone telling them to need to get one.