BodyGuardz Review
Back in March of this year, we looked at the Invisible Shield from Zagg as a lightweight way to protect your device. I have long been someone that promotes the use of protection for handheld devices to keep them looking their best, but am not a big fan of the bulk. So when BodyGuardz reached out to us to take a look at their products, I thought it would be a great opportunity to not only see another product, but to compare it to the Invisible Shield. Like the Inivsible Shield, the BodyGuardz is a lightweight film that is installed directly to your phone, creating a barrier between the easily damaged surface of your device and the world. The products used in this review were provided by BodyGuardz. The BodyGuardz can be purchased from www.BodyGuardz.com for $24.95.
In the Box
- 2 complete sets (2 full body protectors and 2 screen protectors)
- Installation squeegee
- Application solution spray
Installation/Thoughts/Comparison
The first thing that I noticed when I opened the package was the 2 full sets of protectors. Compared to the Invisible Shield that only gives you one, having 2 full sets gives you the piece of mind that if you screw up the installation, you always have another set to use to try again.
Actually installing the protector is essentially the same as the Invisible Shield. You peel the shield from a backing, spray it down with a solution made up of water and a light soap, place it on the device, and start squeegeeing to remove the solution from between the device and the film. The entire installation process takes about 30 minutes, and definitely requires a steady hand and a bit of patience. In the end though, the results are pretty good. The main difference as I see it between the Invisible Shield and the BodyGuardz is the texture of the material. While the Invisible Shield has an orange peel look, and tacky finish, the BodyGardz is very smooth, and gives the device an almost naked feel. Also, the coverage on the corners of the device seems more complete with the BodyGuardz, providing 95% coverage even on the rounded edges of devices.
While installation is moderately difficult, and takes quite a bit of time, the results are pretty nice. However, you may find that if you don’t get every corner lined up exactly as the cut of the protector intended, that some of the corners may peel. Joey and I have only had these installed for about a week, and I am already seeing a few of the corners peel. This isn’t surprising, as I have come to expect this with these “invisible” cases. However, the good thing is that once I get fed up with the installation, I can easily peel this one off, and install the other one that is waiting for me in the box.
Photos of the BodyGuardz on the iPhone 3GS
Photos of the BodyGuardz on the Palm Centro
About Bodyguardz
BodyGuardz scratch-proof transparent skins are designed to custom fit each particular device for full body and screen protection. BodyGuardz protectors are made from the same material that is used to protect the front of automobiles from stones and other abrasive elements. Tough and durable, you can be assured that your device is protected by BodyGuardz. BodyGuardz protective film is the toughest film on the market today and requires no special care or maintenance. Each pack includes TWO complete BodyGuardz PLUS lifetime replacements, providing you a spare just when you need it.
