Mybat UNIVP212NP Sport Armband Case - Retail Packaging - Black

I've never used an arm band before, but am very happy with this one. Because its a universal arm band made for many different types of phones it fits my iPhone 4S great with the OtterBox reflex case on it. I've only gone for one run with it on so far, but it worked great. There's a little slit across the top of the back of the phone where you can insert the phone and also where the headphone jack comes out. I was able to still use the touchscreen for the most part while it was in the case. Using the volume buttons was a little more tricky, but it worked. The neoprene feels great against the skin. I would say I have normal to small arms and it fits me great. I have plenty more room to adjust it in either direction. The case looks well made and I don't expect to have any problems with the stitching etc. I'm very happy with my purchase. It was definitely worth the $5.

For a little over five bucks, I can't complain much, since a simple neoprene velcro band of a similar size runs about double that price. Fits my HTC Incredible which is doubling as my flight computer for paragliding, and the velcro band is secure and does the job.The bad part of this unit is the build quality. The threaded stitching that secures the plastic window to the band has started to unravel, and no longer will safely secure a phone. Double stitching would be helpful, or securing the threaded junctions. Like I said though, for under six bucks I can learn to sew.Also, I might point out that the band could be a little longer. It is a tight fit around a larger bicep. The flap used to tuck in a phone could use a strip of velcro to make sure there is no chance of the phone escaping. Even though the phone sticks in there really good, I'm a little unsettled by an opening that could allow the phone to slip through if provided the proper jolt. A small safety pin has allowed me to put it out of my mind and not worry.

This is a nicely finished product all under 6$ for price and shipping. The build quality is good. I have used this for 2 weeks now on extended biking trips without any issues.A summary of pros/cons follows:Pros:1) The build quality is good; It does not feel like cheap plastic.2) It can accommodate various Arm Sizes. I have medium - small build arm size and I can easily wrap this even when I'm wearing a light jacket. People with slightly larger arms shouldn't have a problem but it may not fit someone with XL size arms.3) The phone sits tightly within the case and there is no risk of the phone falling down even under extreme conditions4) Insulation is good. Sweat from the arms should not damage the contents inside. It may even be slightly waterproof, but I haven't tested that out yet.Cons:1) Cannot access phone without taking it out of the cover. (I guess that's a problem with most covers).Overall a good product at an excellent price point.Update:-- If your primary use is for biking and you do not care about plugging headphones from the phone to your ears, then checkout my review of this bike bag Bicycle Bike Cycling JFLY Roswheel Frame Pannier Bag Front Tube Bag Phone Cell Silver . It attaches to the handle bar and the bike frame and is a great product for carrying phones/wallets etc.

I ordered this shortly after I started running. Though it seems to fit me a little loose, it didn't slide around or anything while I was out. It's also big enough to expand to fit over a sweatshirt when the weather is cooler. Very comfortable to wear, though I hope it's washable because sweat does get trapped between the neoprene and skin.I love that there is something over the screen that protects it, but you can use the touch screen through it. Only complaint is that it's a bit hard to see in the sun (though phone screens can be anyways).Great product for a very reasonable price. Highly recommended.

One of the plastic brackets that the strap runs through broke while I was running. The armband, which I used only for running, lasted me about 13.5 months. With three runs per week, that works out to about 160 runs. On the other hand, I only paid about $6, including shipping costs, for this product.My original rating for the product was 5 stars. The case held my Android phone (an HTC Evolution) snugly and safely, and provided adequate protection from sweat. I occasionally run in light rain and that was never a problem either. The product showed no significant signs of wear until the bracket broke.Given that the product was so inexpensive, I have downgraded it to 3 stars, rather than 1 or 2.I now have an Armpocket Aero i-10. It appears to be very sturdy but I'll hold of on reviewing it until I've had it for a significant period. It's expensive: $30 via Amazon and also at one of the big box stores. I'm not sure I would paid have this much but I was more than willing to use a gift card I'd recently received.