Upgrading from an old iPhone 13 Pro. My current screen is covered in micro-scratches and it's killing the display quality. Since I'm prioritizing the camera and screen on the 17 Pro, I need something that stays crystal clear. Torn between the Belkin UltraGlass 2 and the Spigen Glas.tR EZ Fit. The Spigen is cheaper and has that alignment tool, which is a plus because I usually mess up the install. But I've heard Belkin is more durable. Budget is $40. Which one is better for long-term clarity?
Like someone mentioned, the install is the real struggle — but quick question first, are you using a case? Ngl, it lowkey changes which one fits best. I’ve been looking at the Torras Diamond Shield iPhone 17 Pro versus the amFilm OneTouch for iPhone 17 Pro. The Torras is super premium feeling — wait, no — I mean it’s really smooth, while the amFilm is way cheaper but still has a killer alignment tool.
I'm no expert by any means — seriously, I just spent way too many hours looking into this exact thing last week because I'm paranoid about scratching my new screen — but I ended up going down a massive rabbit hole of reviews. I found that while the Belkin UltraGlass 2 Screen Protector is technically 'stronger' because of that lithium aluminosilicate stuff they use (which Apple apparently loves), the Spigen Glas.tR EZ Fit iPhone 17 Pro is actually the smarter move. I always mess up the alignment — wait, no — I usually get a tiny bubble right in the middle because I'm too slow and dust gets in. The Spigen tool makes it basically foolproof and since you get two in the box, you can just swap it if it gets a micro-scratch later on, which keeps the display crystal clear for much longer than sticking with one expensive Belkin.
Look, this comes up a lot—seriously, you can search the forum and find a massive thread about this—but the short answer is that people usually overthink the brand. I saw this earlier and meant to jump in because I've used just about every "premium" glass out there. The Belkin is okay if you're at the Apple Store and want them to use the machine, but for a home install? Nah. If you’re worried about clarity—wait, actually, since you're prioritizing the 17 Pro's screen quality—you should really look into the ZAGG InvisibleShield Glass XTR3 for iPhone 17 Pro. It’s right at the edge of your $40 budget, but it has this anti-reflective coating that makes the Spigen look a bit dull by comparison. The install tray is basically identical to the EZ Fit one anyway, so you won't mess it up, and the glass stays smooth way longer than the cheap stuff.