My bad customer service experience with Nomad and the lack of quality control on the products they have sent me lately would definitely move the needle for me to the Andar.
I have also had issues with Nomad as of late with quality control. I’ve exchanged one of their premium leather bands for the 3rd time because of inconsistencies and they take days to reply to me
Thank you so much for these videos. Your criteria for judging the cases makes your reviews so far ahead of the competition. I like that both cases don’t have logos on the back of them. I would choose the Andar simply because it’s leather all the way around the phone. I wish the ring around the camera was metal, like the buttons. I would definitely be willing to pay a premium for that, as it would literally be the perfect case. Edit: I stand corrected. The ring is aluminum. This makes it the perfect case!
Had the nomad for about 8 months. The leather started to separate at the point where the rubber edge meets the leather started to peel away. Ordered the Andar aspen a few weeks ago and I am much happier with the full wrap around leather, the quality and the price I’d say are worth it. I’m sure I’ll come back to update this comment in a few months but already much happier with the andar.
Fall 2023 will be the first year I have not gotten an Apple leather case because Apple is abandoning leather. I am shopping now and leaning heavily on your iPhone 14 case reviews. It's going to be a huge fall and Christmas for companies making real leather cases for the iPhone 15 lineup.
Дяка за огляд! Отримав NOMAD - дуже стильно виглядає! Мені подобається більше ніж Andar. Не знаю яка шкіра у Andar, але у NOMAD вона, здається, що пресована.. Це трохи засмутило. Трохи))
3:01 I had the exact same issue last year with the Nomad Leather case for my 13 Pro Max - I think it has something to do with early production batch, affecting people who got the case really early after release or even preordered it. I think if you get the case a few months after release it won’t have this issue anymore. Anyway this shouldn’t happen and that’s a big minus for Nomad.
such a good review! you've tipped me towards the Aspen. Just wanted to confirm, you said a black version was coming? if so, i will definitely wait for that!
Another great video! Do you have a link for the MagSafe base charger used in this video? As always, thanks for the hard work you put into your content.
Love my andar case have had both but always going back to andar! Dropped my phone already and it was fully protected, not even a cracked screen, compared to my nomad case when I wasn’t so lucky 😢
I have a slight problem with my Nomad ML as having a silver iPhone Pro 14 I can see a sliver of the stainless steel frame on the right side. I can live with it but the fit could be better for sure.
Could you also compare Andar with the Apple case please? I have two Apple leather ones for my 13pm. I love them. I also have Andar and Bullstrap on my list. But the open bottom always stopped me.
But keep in mind also that leather has this self-healing quality to it. Meaning that if and when you drop it and it gets scratched or ripped, you can rub your finger over it and it will smooth out. Now keep in mind your mileage will vary.
So I just got my andar aspen in and unfortunately it has that fit issue you said the nomad has. Where the one corner is just loose and takes hardly any pressure to pop off the edge. The other 3 corners are fitting great
@@TechnicallyTee hey tee go check out this case that looks crazy just came across it randomly. Extreme gear turbo edition I’m tempted to check it out looks like a car. It’s just a very interesting design
@@TechnicallyTee tell you what bro I’m not happy with Andar support. I sent them a video showing the poor fit on my case a week ago and haven’t heard anything back. This is after they asked for a picture, I said I can’t show how it pops off the corner super easy in picture so here’s a video and nothing. I even tried to contact them on their site and nothing.
@@TechnicallyTee You are welcome! I got the case today and it feels very nice. Transitioning from apple leather case. Only thing I didn’t like is the huge lip around the phone which makes swiping to go back difficult. I can see why Nomad and apple both have small lips as that is comfortable to use with a little less protection but glass protector is there to protect the screen
I’ve had both Apple and Nomad horween leather cases. Nomad quality and durability all day. Only issue is they don’t do exact speaker cut outs and the added costs to get they product up to Canada 🇨🇦$
The fit issue - do you notice that after a week or so? I don't have the new iPhone so can't comment, but when I tested the Andar Aspen on my iPhone 12 it took my case a few days to fit properly. The buttons were not aligned for the first few days but now it fits much better.
So this is another case I can put in my rotation, I currently have the Caudabe Sheath I got the apple clear case and I have Casetify Ultra impact on the way.
I get you want strong MagSafe for wallets / grips, but I don’t get why you’d want them so strong as to be able to pick up a weighted charger that’s specifically weighted so you can pick your phone up off the charger without the charger flopping around.
that test is very comparable to you using a ring or some other magsafe grip and picking your phone up by it, you dont want the phone to just fall. (nomad does with pro max varients often) but yeah i got ya
You know I’ve been a huge Andar Aspen since my got one for my 13PM. They didn’t have one ready for my launch day 14PM. So I’ve held off on this this one. You just broke my self control, ordering an Aspen.
Keep in mind a stronger magnet in this case is not necessarily a good thing, Apple has said themselves that the stronger the magnet the more chance of interference occurring with phone signal and medical equipment, pace makers etc.
Ready to see your review of the Bullstrap. Just got mine and they skimped on the 14 Pro Max. Had the 13 and it’s not the same. I’m sending back. Really disappointed.
Thanks for the comparison! Have you tried the Nomad Horween Leather Case? It’s $20 for a supposedly higher quality leather. I’ve tried leather cases in different colors, but I prefer black. Guess I’ll have to keep waiting for Andar to come through with that.
My nomad case came apart where the tpu meets the leather they were good and sent me out a brand new case so I was happy they did that but I just don’t like the tpu around the case sometimes it feels grippy and some times it’s slippery so not happy with that. I would prefer the Leather to go completely around the phone but they won’t get there 6 feet protection they need that now so attractive tpu other then that I probably would not buy another Nomad case I wish they would just do leather for the whole case. But we have choices out there so thank god
Bruh I just want a nice purple colour that’s similar to the shade of purple 14 pro max It’s why I landed on the ink apple case think it’s nice and the apple logo is a nice touch
i have tons of backpakcs nad loads of leather products from Andar. They are far superior to nomad it isnt even close. they care more about you and what you think of their quality more than anything else. ANDAR is the shit.
Just a warning to avoid the Nomad, as I purchased one, and the quality is very poor, there is no way this will protect against 10 feet drops as it claims. The leather is very very thin vaneer. They do not support free returns, or full returns value. You will loose your shipping costs and when you ship it back other reviews online about their customer service isn't great people claiming they never got their money back. I am hoping I do not have that issue but do not buy this as its over priced for a case that cannot even really protect your phone as the walls are as thing as paper, there is no quality in "bumper" design. I bet this vaneer will peel off after a few months as its so thin on an already very thin case.
For those that want to know the weight of the cases because I forgot to mention it in the video:
Nomad: 40g
Andar: 39g
My bad customer service experience with Nomad and the lack of quality control on the products they have sent me lately would definitely move the needle for me to the Andar.
Yeah that’s unfortunate to hear. Hopefully they will watch this video and can provide some insight.
I have also had issues with Nomad as of late with quality control. I’ve exchanged one of their premium leather bands for the 3rd time because of inconsistencies and they take days to reply to me
Thank you so much for these videos. Your criteria for judging the cases makes your reviews so far ahead of the competition. I like that both cases don’t have logos on the back of them. I would choose the Andar simply because it’s leather all the way around the phone. I wish the ring around the camera was metal, like the buttons. I would definitely be willing to pay a premium for that, as it would literally be the perfect case.
Edit: I stand corrected. The ring is aluminum. This makes it the perfect case!
Thanks I really appreciate that!
The ring around the camera is metal
Do you think bullstrap is better ?
Had the nomad for about 8 months. The leather started to separate at the point where the rubber edge meets the leather started to peel away. Ordered the Andar aspen a few weeks ago and I am much happier with the full wrap around leather, the quality and the price I’d say are worth it. I’m sure I’ll come back to update this comment in a few months but already much happier with the andar.
Had Nomad on 12 Pro Max for 2 years and never has the leather come off
I appreciate you man, I just bought the Andar with your code. Thank you!
Thank you so much! Love your channel dude! Bought the Andar Case because of you!!!
Glad I could help! Much appreciated.
Fall 2023 will be the first year I have not gotten an Apple leather case because Apple is abandoning leather. I am shopping now and leaning heavily on your iPhone 14 case reviews. It's going to be a huge fall and Christmas for companies making real leather cases for the iPhone 15 lineup.
Is there any chance you can do a comparison between the andar and the apple leather case?
O yeah that’s the next leather battle for sure.
Why? Apple cases are trash
Дяка за огляд!
Отримав NOMAD - дуже стильно виглядає!
Мені подобається більше ніж Andar. Не знаю яка шкіра у Andar, але у NOMAD вона, здається, що пресована.. Це трохи засмутило. Трохи))
Man U changed my mind again. Just ordered the camel tan.
You won’t be disappointed!
What’s up Tee! Cant wait to watch the video!
Hope you enjoy!!
3:01 I had the exact same issue last year with the Nomad Leather case for my 13 Pro Max - I think it has something to do with early production batch, affecting people who got the case really early after release or even preordered it. I think if you get the case a few months after release it won’t have this issue anymore. Anyway this shouldn’t happen and that’s a big minus for Nomad.
Yeah I’m going to reach out to them to see if I can get another one because I’ve never had that issue and I get nomad cases very early in production.
Are you going to keep doing case battles? These are my favorite!
Best patina case?
such a good review! you've tipped me towards the Aspen. Just wanted to confirm, you said a black version was coming? if so, i will definitely wait for that!
Thanks much appreciated and yes they said the black version is coming very soon. I’m waiting on it as well lol.
Another great video! Do you have a link for the MagSafe base charger used in this video? As always, thanks for the hard work you put into your content.
I appreciate the review.
Hey tee! Just wanna ask, does the Aspen exposes the stainless steel like how the Apple leather case does?
Was about to ask the same question lol
I don’t think so but it’s so hard to tell with the space black iPhone.
Love my andar case have had both but always going back to andar! Dropped my phone already and it was fully protected, not even a cracked screen, compared to my nomad case when I wasn’t so lucky 😢
Thanks for sharing. Blessings on your day 💪🏻
Thanks Jeff much appreciated as always!
What do you think of bullstrap is it better than andar ?
Hey Tee, did you use leather conditioner on your leather cases?
I have a slight problem with my Nomad ML as having a silver iPhone Pro 14 I can see a sliver of the stainless steel frame on the right side. I can live with it but the fit could be better for sure.
Yeah I’ve heard some people having that issue as well. I’m thinking there’s some bad batches out there.
Could you also compare Andar with the Apple case please?
I have two Apple leather ones for my 13pm. I love them. I also have Andar and Bullstrap on my list. But the open bottom always stopped me.
O yeah that’s the next leather case battle for sure.
I bought a brown and blk nomad case, the blk one snaps but the brown fits just like yours.
Yeah I think it might be a bad batch out there or something. Never had this issue with Nomad cases before.
Nice job. Great video.
I hope you try uag metropolis on next videos
Thanks much appreciated and yes I have that case and it’s solid for sure.
Which watch band do you use?
That’s the nomad sport band 👍🏼
what about camera lip and weight
Something I’ll think about and add for the next. Meant to talk about camera protection during the protection section.
But keep in mind also that leather has this self-healing quality to it. Meaning that if and when you drop it and it gets scratched or ripped, you can rub your finger over it and it will smooth out. Now keep in mind your mileage will vary.
True indeed.
So I just got my andar aspen in and unfortunately it has that fit issue you said the nomad has. Where the one corner is just loose and takes hardly any pressure to pop off the edge. The other 3 corners are fitting great
That’s weird because I have like 5 of them and they all fit fine. Haven’t heard that issue yet.
@@TechnicallyTee hey tee go check out this case that looks crazy just came across it randomly. Extreme gear turbo edition I’m tempted to check it out looks like a car. It’s just a very interesting design
@@TechnicallyTee tell you what bro I’m not happy with Andar support. I sent them a video showing the poor fit on my case a week ago and haven’t heard anything back. This is after they asked for a picture, I said I can’t show how it pops off the corner super easy in picture so here’s a video and nothing. I even tried to contact them on their site and nothing.
Great review! I ordered an Aspen leather case using your code. Aspen case looks definitely better!
Thanks for the support and glad the video could help you out!!
@@TechnicallyTee You are welcome! I got the case today and it feels very nice. Transitioning from apple leather case. Only thing I didn’t like is the huge lip around the phone which makes swiping to go back difficult. I can see why Nomad and apple both have small lips as that is comfortable to use with a little less protection but glass protector is there to protect the screen
If the leather doesn’t go onto the sides it looks cheap to me. I like the Apple leather case for the 13 pro max.
I understand for sure. I prefer the full leather all around too.
I’ve had both Apple and Nomad horween leather cases. Nomad quality and durability all day. Only issue is they don’t do exact speaker cut outs and the added costs to get they product up to Canada 🇨🇦$
@@AK-of9qxwhat do you think of bullstrap is it better than andar ?
Hey Tee, can I I get the name of that headphone stand you got in the back there? If you’ve already said that at some point my bad. Thanks!
Those are the AirPods Max.
@@TechnicallyTee Yes, great headphones but I was wondering about the STAND that they’re in 😉
Let’s go!! 💪🏻💪🏻
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The fit issue - do you notice that after a week or so? I don't have the new iPhone so can't comment, but when I tested the Andar Aspen on my iPhone 12 it took my case a few days to fit properly. The buttons were not aligned for the first few days but now it fits much better.
Case battles are back! Let’s go! 💪🏼
We going to see how they do! 💪🏽💪🏽
Did andar close in the bottom on the iPhone 12 Pro max like they did on the 14?
So this is another case I can put in my rotation, I currently have the Caudabe Sheath I got the apple clear case and I have Casetify Ultra impact on the way.
Nice! Some solid options right there.
I’ve been running the bull strap leather case on my 14PM. Liking it so far
I would pick the Nomad one mainly because it’s thinner. And the rubber frame is a good plus point for protection indeed.
Yeah I love nomad but the fit is off for me this round and I’ve heard others having that same issue.
Nomad isn’t thinner
What do you think of bullstrap is it better ?
Hey nice video. I just ordered the andar for my wife’s 14 pro with your code :)
How do they compare to apple's cases? I've always been really happy with mine.
Tee, any leather case not getting much magsafe hickey over time?
Where is your review and comparison to the new iPhone 14 Pro Max Spigen Enzo case?
It’s coming. Should be here hopefully next week or so.
@@TechnicallyTee Thanks man. Looking forward to it! Keep up the awesome work!
hello man, i need leather case but i dont like if they gonna got patina.. so, what should i do? any recommendation bro? thanks
Please could you describe me, difference between modern leather case and horween leather case ? 😅 they look so similar , Thank you
I’m sure just the leather quality but I’ll check them out for sure.
@@TechnicallyTee Thank you very much 😄
Great video man. Would you say the Andar is still better overall if the Nomad case was the Horween leather version?
I get you want strong MagSafe for wallets / grips, but I don’t get why you’d want them so strong as to be able to pick up a weighted charger that’s specifically weighted so you can pick your phone up off the charger without the charger flopping around.
that test is very comparable to you using a ring or some other magsafe grip and picking your phone up by it, you dont want the phone to just fall. (nomad does with pro max varients often) but yeah i got ya
For that money I wont accept a rubber frame man. I want leather everywhere.
That’s what I’m thinking
Shqipe, nomad eshte shume nice edhe pse ka rubber around
That’s what I’m thinking
Spigen Optik Armor can you do review?
You know I’ve been a huge Andar Aspen since my got one for my 13PM.
They didn’t have one ready for my launch day 14PM. So I’ve held off on this this one.
You just broke my self control, ordering an Aspen.
Haha yeah and they just had a restock so better jump on them. Such a great case.
Wish they andar had a case for the pixel phones
I prefer the fit of the OG apple leather case.
The fit of the Apple leather case has always been off for me.
Did you ever try Torro cases from UK? There awesome man. Believe me.
Nomad has an overstock sale on their iPhone 13 Cases. That includes their Horween leather and sport cases. Just an fyi.
Keep in mind a stronger magnet in this case is not necessarily a good thing, Apple has said themselves that the stronger the magnet the more chance of interference occurring with phone signal and medical equipment, pace makers etc.
Yeah possibly but some magnets just are flat out weak.
Ready to see your review of the Bullstrap. Just got mine and they skimped on the 14 Pro Max. Had the 13 and it’s not the same. I’m sending back. Really disappointed.
What happen to the weight test
I’ll have to weigh them when I get back home and make a pinned comment. Forgot to weight them.
I can’t wait till nomad pays you to do a review for them to see what you say hahah
Can you do review on grams28 too?
Do top ten iPhone 14pro case for 2022
It’s coming next week.
Thanks for the comparison! Have you tried the Nomad Horween Leather Case? It’s $20 for a supposedly higher quality leather. I’ve tried leather cases in different colors, but I prefer black. Guess I’ll have to keep waiting for Andar to come through with that.
Yeah the black is supposed to be coming real soon and I’m for sure picking one of those up.
Tee! You were at GHOE and you didn’t even holla at ya boi 😪
Mannnnnn you should’ve wrote me a comment, tweet or something. I was on the yard all day Saturday and tailgating.
@@TechnicallyTee aye fair enough. Next year for sure😂
Tee done stepped his game up with the leather cases but you still gotta review Blackbrook. They got smooth leather, nubuck, and pebble leather💯
Can‘t wait to see the battle with the apple leather case. Tbh the apple case is my favorite when we talk about leather cases.
Yo! kang out here rating cases now?
Hmm, hope my preordered Orange Rugged Nomad will have a more secure and assuring fit than that, yikes.
My nomad case came apart where the tpu meets the leather they were good and sent me out a brand new case so I was happy they did that but I just don’t like the tpu around the case sometimes it feels grippy and some times it’s slippery so not happy with that. I would prefer the Leather to go completely around the phone but they won’t get there 6 feet protection they need that now so attractive tpu other then that I probably would not buy another Nomad case I wish they would just do leather for the whole case. But we have choices out there so thank god
No doubt about it. When I think of leather case I prefer the leather all around.
Forgot to mention both leather quality
Hi Tee. Are you going to review Bellroy leather cases? They modified their rail system, now it’s just one slit.
Yeah the Bellroy cases are on the way and hopefully can get into them really soon.
I’m looking forward to the Bullstrap and Apple comparison. I’m a big Bullstrap fan when it comes to their watch bands and candle.
Nomad the best !!
Bruh I just want a nice purple colour that’s similar to the shade of purple 14 pro max
It’s why I landed on the ink apple case think it’s nice and the apple logo is a nice touch
dammit I already had 4 cases for my 14 pro. just ordered the Andar.....
Until you drop it. My nomad case has been solid.
Nomad wins hands down….no case to answer 0:03
You sure shout that? Have you tried Andar or just going off normal nomad products?
@@TechnicallyTee had 3 nomad cases, all brilliant
i have tons of backpakcs nad loads of leather products from Andar. They are far superior to nomad it isnt even close. they care more about you and what you think of their quality more than anything else. ANDAR is the shit.
Just a warning to avoid the Nomad, as I purchased one, and the quality is very poor, there is no way this will protect against 10 feet drops as it claims. The leather is very very thin vaneer. They do not support free returns, or full returns value. You will loose your shipping costs and when you ship it back other reviews online about their customer service isn't great people claiming they never got their money back. I am hoping I do not have that issue but do not buy this as its over priced for a case that cannot even really protect your phone as the walls are as thing as paper, there is no quality in "bumper" design. I bet this vaneer will peel off after a few months as its so thin on an already very thin case.
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Looks like Apple case
What s the weight?
Nomad horween leather is the best in the market by far.