I normally don’t break phones. But not long ago, I was rough-housing with my kids, I had my phone on the nightstand by my bed, and the commotion caused it to fall off. It was the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, and I’ve had it for years at this point, still loved it, and wasn’t planning on upgrading. I’m not one of those people who upgrade their phone every year, or even two years, if it’s working perfectly. 

Now, my S22 Ultra did have a tough, rugged case on it, but no screen protector — just the external case.

If you remember the Galaxy S22, it had slightly rounded edges on the screen. It wasn’t perfectly square like the newer models. So, when it fell, it fell just right and landed at the precise angle it needed to crack the screen, even in the case. But it cracked so badly, it was unusable. I couldn’t even see half the screen, which meant the digitizer inside broke. It’s honestly a miracle I was able to back everything up and get it on my new device. Okay, maybe not a miracle, Android and modern operating systems are pretty good about that. But you get the point.

It didn’t matter that I had a tough case on it. The screen broke, and that was that.

I had no choice but to upgrade and went with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Naturally. But this time around, I did the right thing. I picked up the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro, which includes a screen protector. 

That SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro completely wraps and protects my new phone. Not today, Satan.

Of course, that’s what we’re here to talk about. After spending some time with it, I wanted to do a quick, candid review. Grab a drink or a snack and let’s go.

What is the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro?

It’s a rugged phone case that comes with a couple of front frames. One allows you to cover the front screen with a built-in screen protector. The other is just open and snaps in if you don’t want to use the SUPCASE protector.

It provides military-grade protection with 360 degrees of body coverage, so all the way around, and has been drop-tested up to 20 feet. Accidental drops and bumps are no problem with this thing on your phone. Scratches aren’t an issue either.

It also comes with a super huge, rotatable belt-clip holster, which you can snap the phone into after installing the case. I do not use that and won’t use it. You look like a total dork because this thing is massive. But, it’s always a plus if you’re the type of person who will use something like that. If you are, ignore the dork comment.

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On the rear of the case is a slide-out kickstand which also doubles as a sort of ring holder. You can slide your finger underneath the open stand and hold it the same way you would with one of those snap-on or sticky ring thingies.

That’s it. Not much to it. It’s a phone case. And if anyone cares, I got the “ruddy” color, which is a vibrant red. Red is my favorite color. No, that’s not a Republican reference. I straight up just love the color red.

SUPCASE and I have a [brief] history

Source: Briley Kenney / Techigar

So, why SUPCASE? Why not one of the dozens of other brands that offer similar products? Besides the rugged design, I have also covered SUPCASE as a brand and its products in the past. I can’t disclose where, but it’s fairly easy to figure out.

It was enough to where I remembered the name, even after all this time, and I wanted to put their gear to the test. And here we are.

SUPCASE also offers cases for other phones, including iPhone, Google Pixel, Samsung, tablets, smartwatches, and even game consoles like the Switch 2.

Does it work?

As far as cases go, this thing is bad-fucking-ass. However, I do feel it’s necessary to point out that cases like this take a super sleek, super sexy phone like the Galaxy S25 Ultra and turn it into a monstrously bulky beast. You can still hold it and use it in one hand comfortably, but there’s no denying how much heft these cases add.

If you’re partial to a lightweight, semi-naked device, then you’re not going to be a fan of something like this. Personally, after the luck I had with the Galaxy S22, I just don’t give a shit. I want that extra protection. It’s a welcome trade-off for me. There is some wear you’ll notice in the pictures, like small sections where the paint is chipping near the USB charging flap or where the stand unfolds. That doesn’t bother me. It’s a case. But if you’re not fond of that happening, it’s something to note.

It was super simple to install. You pull the standard front frame out, which comes pre-installed in the actual shell. Then, you snap the front frame with the screen protector onto your device and slide it all into the shell. If you want, you can then connect the case into the holster with the belt clip — it just snaps in, too.

I love everything about it. The protection. The color. Even the fingerprint sensor works, which was something I was worried about after reading some of the reviews. To make sure it does, you just have to reset and reprogram your fingerprints after the case has been installed. It has a small, thinner section on the protector that accommodates your fingerprint. At certain angles, it appears green, so you can see where it is, but it never interferes when you’re using the display.

The one caveat, which I don’t like, is that the S Pen is tough to get out even with the insert for it. You push it in to snap out the stylus, and then you have to wedge your fingers in there and yank it out. That’s more to do with the phone than the case, but the case doesn’t leave much wiggle room either. If you don’t own a Samsung with a stylus that tucks away in the bottom of the phone, then this won’t even be relevant to you.

There’s a flap where the USB-C charging port is. It’s super easy to open, barely an inconvenience, and you’re good to go. The average USB cable fits in without any fussing. Sometimes, the cases don’t leave much room, but the Unicorn Beetle Pro was designed well in that regard.

The buttons on the side are also precise and work well once everything is snapped together. The camera lenses on the back of the device are open and unprotected. So, that could be considered another caveat, but they’re tucked inside the case when it’s flat, so they don’t get scratched or slam down on a table or surface. Frankly, I’m okay with the design but I also don’t beat the shit out of my phone and I’m still pretty careful with it.

What’s the verdict, and the price?

Since SUPCASE makes cases for a wide variety of phones, you don’t have to own the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, like I do. You can also protect your iPhone, Google Pixel, or other Samsung device, and that’s just the start. But the prevailing question is, do I recommend the brand and the Unicorn Beetle Pro, specifically?

Yes, especially when you consider the cost. I found mine for a mere fraction of what some of the competition charges, and I’m always down to save money. Who isn’t?

I probably won’t put that military grade protection to the test on purpose, but I have dropped my phone and it’s fine. That’s also because I’m using it on my daily driver — my phone I use every day — and I don’t own a ton of phones to test it out with. If anything changes, I’ll update this review.

As always, I may love tech and gadgets, but I’m just your average guy. I don’t spend thousands on the latest and greatest phones — no shade if you do — and I probably never will, even if I magically get rich someday. So, this is all coming from someone who uses this case every day and relies on it in his personal life, as well as during adventures and impromptu encounters.

• Recommended Buy: Yes.
• For Who: If you don’t mind a little heft but want your phone fully protected, this is the way to go.
• Alternative: iBLASON Armorbox
• MSRP: From $26