The Moment iPhone case comes with a wrist-strap mount. A review

I finally received the Moment case for my new iPhone 15 Pro Max. So as each year, I've updated my review of the Moment case for iPhone. In 2023, it's the 8th iteration! I still remember buying the first Moment photo case on Kickstarter in 2015.

Read on to learn about the new Moment Case for iPhone 15, why I recommend getting one, and why I've been using Moment cases for more than eight years to protect my iPhone.

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Why I bought the Moment iPhone case

As mentioned, I have been using Moment cases since the first one was released. To prove it, here are a few Moment photo cases for older iPhones that I found in a drawer:

Moment iPhone Cases for older iPhone models

Moment iPhone Cases for older iPhone models

Previously, Moment called their cases for iPhone Moment Photo Case. Since 2020, Moment has dropped the photo case name. I can only speculate, but I believe it's because the Moment case is no longer a dedicated case just for iPhone photographers. It's become a great everyday case with a few useful extras for iPhone photographers.

I originally bought the Moment photo case to attach the Moment lenses to my iPhone. But since the release of the iPhone 12, I haven't used Moment lenses. But that's changed in 2023. I ordered the 2023 edition of the Moment wide lens together with the case.

The second reason I bought the Moment case is that you can attach a wrist strap - an essential feature for me.

Features of the Moment iPhone 14 Case

Now, let's look at the most essential features of the Moment case.

Material of the Moment Case

The Moment case is made of high-strength, multilayer TPU. The case's inner contains a layer of microfiber lining, protecting your iPhone.

What I like about the new generation of Moment iPhone cases that started to ship with iPhone 14 is that they're much softer than the previous rugged ones. Thus, it's easier to attach and remove.

Moment claims that the iPhone case offers drop protection for a height of up to 10 feet. I've "tested" the drop protection a few times with my old iPhones and Moment cases; e.g., I dropped the iPhone on a wooden floor with the case attached to it. Neither the iPhone nor the floor was damaged in any way. I also dropped an iPhone in a lost place on a concrete floor. The iPhone didn't even have a crack.

Lens Mount for Moment Lenses

Moment changed the mounting system for their lenses a few times since the original case. Since iPhone 12, Moment uses a drop-in lens mount that you can add to the Moment case if you use the Moment lenses.

The drop-in lens mount is a piece of plastic you attach to your case. But I wouldn't call it a drop-in lens mount rather than a press-in lens mount because you need to use force to attach the lens mount to the case. But once it's attached, it feels securely attached to the case.

You have to attach the lens mount from inside the case. So, once you've attached the case to your iPhone, there's no way that the lens mount and the case suddenly become disconnected.

Note: You must purchase the lens mount separately. So don't forget to add it to the cart in the Moment Online Store.

The Moment Photo cases ships with a non-lens-mount frame; you'll have to remove that frame first to attach the lens mount for Moment lenses.

If you own an older iPhone model, you can still get either the rugged or thin case, for e.g., the iPhone 13 or iPhone 12.

So, why do I use and recommend a Moment Photo Case?

Features of the Moment iPhone 14 Case

Material of the Moment Case

The Moment case is made of high-strength polycarbonate and TPU that ships in 100% post-consumer recycled packaging. In non-marketing talk: You'll get a rubber case shipped in a recycled paper enclosure.

What I like about the iPhone 14 case is that it's way softer than the previous rugged cases. Thus it's easier to attach and remove.

Moment claims that the iPhone 14 case offers improved drop protection. While the previous moment cases offered a 6 feet drop protection, the new iPhone 14 cases provide a 10 feet drop protection.

I've "tested" the drop protection a few times with my old iPhones and old Moment cases; e.g., I dropped the iPhone inside the case on a wooden floor: Neither the iPhone nor the floor is damaged in any way.

Lens Mount for Moment Lenses

Moment changed the mounting system for their lenses a few times since the original case. Since iPhone 12, Moment uses a drop-in lens mount that you can add to the Moment case if you still use the Moment lenses.

The drop-in lens mount is a piece of plastic that you attach to your case. But I wouldn't call it a drop-in lens mount rather than a press-in lens mount because you need to use force to attach the lens mount to the case. But once it's attached, it feels securely attached to the case.

You have to attach the lens mount from inside the case. So, once you've attached the case to your iPhone, there's no way that the lens mount and the case suddenly become disconnected.

Note: You must purchase the lens mount separately. So don't forget to add it to the cart in the Moment Online Store.

The Moment Photo cases ships with a non-lens-mount frame, and you'll have to remove that frame first to attach the lens mount.

Remove the frame before your add the drop in lens mount

Press firmly on the drop-in lens mount frame's edges outside the case to remove the drop-in lens mount. Next, make sure to align the lens mount with the case properly. There are two (very) small dots: one on the case and one on the drop-in lens mount.

The dot on the case is in the lower right corner:

Align the drop in lens mount and press firmly

Now press the lens mount firmly into the notch - from the inside of the case!

Attach a wrist strap to the Moment Case

I've mentioned it a few times in previous editions of this review, and I won't get tired of saying it repeatedly: The Moment Case allows you to attach a wrist or neck strap! That feature alone is worth the investment for this case, even if you don't use the Moment lenses.

Moment Case for iPhone 15 with attached wrist strap

Moment Case for iPhone 15 with attached wrist strap

Moreover, the wrist strap can be attached to either the right or left side of the case. So it will work for you whether you're left- or right-handed.

Please note that the case does not come with a wrist strap. You have to order one separately. Moment has a selection of wrist straps and neck straps that will perfectly match your case design.

Magsafe compatibility

Moment cases for iPhone 14 and later are all MagSafe compatible and support wireless charging. I use the Apple MagSafe Charger to charge my iPhone at home and the Anker 521 magnetic battery for charging it on the go. Both work great with the new Moment Case for my iPhone 15 and snap into place magnetically. Moment also claims that the magnet of the new iPhone 15 case is 15% stronger. I didn't test that for two reasons: first, the magnet was already pretty strong in previous editions of the case, and, secondly, I don't know how I should test it.

Of course, the Moment iPhone 15 cases also work with the Moment MagSafe Tripod Mount that I use for attaching it a tripod.

iPhone 15 Action Button Compatibility

Moment engineers also made the case compatible with the iPhone 15's new action button. You may have heard that the action button is no longer a real button than a touch button. Moment made the case a little bit thinner where the action button is located, and thus, the action button works great if you own an iPhone 15.

Speaking of buttons, one thing you must be aware of is that the other buttons of the Moment case for volume and locking it are too smooth for my personal taste. I'd prefer if I had to press the buttons more firmely.

Summary: Would I repurchase the Moment case for iPhone?

Let's forget about the lenses for a moment (pun intended). I've been buying Moment cases for my iPhones since 2015. So the answer to this question is a strong "yes".

It protects my iPhone when I accidentally drop it, and you can attach a wrist strap to the case. Those are two essential features for me as an iPhone photographer.

To get yourself a Moment case, head over to the Moment Online Store to see:

I don't see the Moment cases for iPhone 15 available on Amazon right now. But once they are, I'll update this page.

Chris Feichtner

In 2012, I ditched my cumbersome DSLR in favor of an iPhone to document my travels.

https://nocamerabag.com
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