For a long time, I was convinced that screen protectors were a waste of money. They crack on the first drop, chip around the edges, and end up looking worse than the screen without one. I even used a film on my iPhone screen and was quite happy with it. But one day I decided to give glass protectors another chance — I ordered a REMAX model for iPhone 16 Plus on Ozon for 200 rubles. I applied it back on March 4th, and after two months I can say: this is the best screen protector I’ve ever had. It doesn’t degrade the screen image, doesn’t crack from drops, and costs about the same as a cup of coffee. Here are the details.
The glass arrives in this stylish box. So it definitely won’t get damaged during shipping
How to Choose a Screen Protector for iPhone Without Overpaying
When you scroll through the catalog of screen protectors on marketplaces, it’s overwhelming. Hundreds of options ranging from 50 to 2000 rubles. I used to buy more expensive ones — 500–800 rubles — and was disappointed every time. They cracked after literally the first serious drop. One time a glass protector shattered simply because my iPhone landed awkwardly on keys in my pocket.
This time I decided to take a different approach. If a screen protector is a consumable anyway, why overpay? I found a REMAX model on Ozon with a 4.9 rating and thousands of reviews. A 3D glass with 9H hardness and an advertised oleophobic coating. The price — about 200 rubles. I figured: even if it turns out to be junk, no big deal.
The rating and number of reviews pushed me to test it myself
But it didn’t turn out to be junk. Quite the opposite. The 0.33mm thick glass fit on the screen like it belonged there. The touchscreen works without the slightest delay, color reproduction doesn’t change, and viewing angles remain the same. I specifically compared — placed an iPhone with this glass next to one without it. It’s absolutely impossible to notice the difference.
How to Apply a Screen Protector on iPhone Without Bubbles
The main downside of this glass — there’s no alignment frame included in the package. You know, that plastic form that fits over the iPhone and lets you apply the glass perfectly straight. It’s not here, so you have to aim by eye. But don’t let that scare you.
There are small dots on the glass under the speaker. The volume doesn’t change though, and you can still hear the other person clearly on calls
I applied it myself and got it right on the first try. The key is to wipe the screen with the included cloth, remove all dust particles (you can use regular tape to pick up small lint) and carefully place the glass starting from one edge. The whole process takes literally a minute.
A silicone case doesn’t lift this glass, and there’s no gap between the case and the edge of the glass either
After applying, one small bubble remained that wouldn’t go away. I was already upset, but decided to wait. The next day the bubble disappeared on its own — the glass fully adhered to the screen. So if you see a small air pocket after application, don’t rush to reapply. Give the glass 24 hours, and there’s a high chance it will disappear by itself.
The glass itself is thin, and to tell there’s something on the screen, you have to look from the side
The remaining bubbles are pushed out easily — just slide your finger or a plastic card from the center toward the edge. The glass is thin and flexible enough to adhere tightly to the screen across the entire surface.
How Long Does a Screen Protector Last on iPhone
More than two months have passed since application. During this time, the iPhone took several decent falls — from the couch and from a pocket onto asphalt. The glass is intact. Not a single crack, not a single chip. This is what surprised me the most, because previously screen protectors cracked after the first drop.
The oleophobic coating really works. Fingerprints do appear, but they wipe off easily — just run a cloth or even a sleeve across the screen. For those who type using swipe, this is critically important. Your finger needs to glide smoothly across the screen, otherwise there will be too many typing errors. With this glass, swipe works perfectly — your finger literally flies across the keyboard.
Even a schoolkid could apply this glass
The image quality hasn’t degraded over two months. No cloudiness, no rainbow streaks, no scratches on the glass itself. The iPhone 16 Plus screen is bright and vivid, and the REMAX glass doesn’t compromise that at all. I don’t know if it’s an original product or not, but I don’t care — the quality completely satisfies me. And I don’t carry my phone in a flip case — the screen is always exposed and in contact with pockets, tables, and everything else.
Is It Worth Buying a Cheap Screen Protector for iPhone
I used to be sure that a cheap screen protector always meant compromise. Poor coating, blurry image, cracks within a week. The REMAX glass for 200 rubles completely changed my perspective. Here’s what you get for that price:
