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The screen is one of the most delicate parts of a smartphone and official replacements can be expensive. Therefore, many phone buyers opt for a screen protector to protect their screen. Although a screen protector isn’t much use in a serious drop, it can protect the screen from bumps, impacts, and scratches. There’s no shortage of screen protector brands on the market, from well-known mobile accessory companies to cheap alphabet soup brands from China. You can also find different types of screen protectors, including tempered glass, TPU films, and privacy screen protectors.
Although some brands like Dbrand don’t offer any explicit warranty on their screen protector products, others like amFilm offer a limited lifetime warranty. Even if you don’t worry about the product warranty in the case of a cheap screen protector, a warranty can help you save a little money if you buy one of the more expensive screen protectors on the market. Therefore, it becomes important to consider whether the screen protector brand you choose has a limited or lifetime warranty, and whether it is easy to claim in case something goes wrong.
Clever
Smartish is a mobile accessories brand best known for its wallet cases for iPhone and Samsung flagships. However, the company also sells tempered glass screen protectors called Tuff Sheet, which are easy to install and available in transparent and privacy variants. Most importantly, the company offers a limited lifetime warranty on these screen protectors. Smartish follows a fairly standard process for claiming this warranty.
If you find yourself with a faulty screen protector or any other notable issue, you can contact the company with all the details of your product, including the issue you are facing. Depending on your problem, the company may ask you to ship the defective product with proof of purchase. Keep in mind that you will have to bear the cost of shipping your product to Smartish. Once the company receives your screen protector, it will send you a replacement at its own expense. We haven’t received any notable feedback from buyers regarding warranty replacements for the Smartish screen protector. Customers claiming warranty on the company’s phone cases were generally satisfied with the process and their replacements.
amFilm
amFilm by TechMatte is another reputable screen protector brand popular for its value offerings. Its tempered glass screen protectors are available for all popular phones, including those from Apple, Samsung and Google. You can also find clear and confidential screen protectors in the company’s portfolio. Like Smartish, amFilm offers a limited lifetime warranty on screen protectors. You can claim a free replacement from the company if there is a problem with your purchased item. However, replacement items are not covered by warranty.
The company says it may offer a refund or another product of similar value if the item is no longer available. Please remember that amFilm may require you to return the defective product, at its sole discretion. The company will also cover the return shipping costs if the problem is a direct result of a problem on their end; otherwise, it will be up to the company to cover the return costs or not. Some customers point out that it is best to register your purchase with amFilm within 30 days of purchase to avoid any future issues. Otherwise, customers have shared positive feedback on their screen protector warranty claims.
Belkin
Belkin is a popular mobile accessories company that makes a host of gadgets, from chargers to USB docking stations. Its selection of screen protectors is generally at the premium end of the market, with some products reaching $60. Besides phones, the company offers screen protectors for select smartwatches, tablets, laptops and portable game consoles. Like Smartish and amFilm, Belkin screen protectors come with a limited lifetime warranty in the United States and Europe. Free replacements are offered for any manufacturing defects; However, for any other issues, including cracked guards and regular wear and tear, you will have to pay shipping fees to get a replacement, which can cost around $10, according to some customers.
Although products purchased from the company’s websites are automatically registered, you will need to register them if you purchase elsewhere to ensure transparent warranty claims. The company also asks for proof of purchase when claiming warranty. Buyers point out that the company doesn’t force you to return the defective screen protector, at least for the first claim; However, the company warns that future claims may require you to send defective units to Belkin. Although warranty claims for Belkin screen protectors are generally transparent, some buyers point to delays in getting a response to their complaints.
ZAGG
Although ZAGG has diversified into different accessory segments over the past few years, the company is primarily associated with screen protection offerings. These screen protectors are backed by a limited lifetime warranty that promises worry-free replacements. The warranty remains valid for as long as you own the device for which you purchased the screen protector and includes wear and damage to the protector, in addition to manufacturing defects. The company claims that it will replace your screen protector if there is a problem or exchange it with another product of similar value.
Product registration is required for warranty claims, and in addition to the ZAGG website, you can also obtain replacements from a franchise. You can find a nearby ZAGG affiliated store on the company’s website. The company may request proof of purchase and a valid credit card and, in some cases, the return of the damaged product. Most importantly, you will have to bear the shipping costs of your replacement. Besides shipping costs, customers are generally happy with warranty claims; However, you may run into issues if the company doesn’t have your specific screen protector in stock.
