The best Moto G4 & G4 Plus gel cases

The Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus are two of the best value-for-money mid-range smartphones on the market today. If you’ve picked one up, your first step will be to get a good case. Gel cases are always a popular choice so we take a look at a couple of the best gel cases available for the Moto G4 and G4 Plus.

Moto G4 gel cases


Olixar FlexiShield

Always one of the best-selling gel cases, the Olixar FlexiShield is an understated option that offers great protection, minimal bulk and value for money. It’s the lowest priced case in our range, but don’t let that fool you. The gel material used is both flexible and durable, and is built to withstand more day to day wear and tear than a standard crystal or plastic case. In my experience with the Olixar Flexishield range, they tend not to show up scratches and fingerprints over time as much as their plastic counterparts either. The case uses a non-slip coating which will stop your Moto G4 or G4 Plus from sliding on tables or leather sofas and gives you satisfying grip when handling it.

Olixar FlexiShield Moto G4 Gel Case Olixar FlexiShield Moto G4 Gel Case

One of the features I always look for in a case is a raised bezel, which goes a long way in protecting a phone’s screen when laid face down flat. Even the slightest bit of dirt could leave a micro scratch on your display so it’s nice to have that extra piece of mind and the front bezel on the FlexiShield ticks that box. If you’re a user of screen protectors (i.e. a wise owl), then don’t worry, the case still leaves enough room around the edges for one to be securely applied.

Olixar FlexiShield Moto G4 Gel Case

Another thing the FlexiShield has going for it is the fit. There’s no hint of movement once you sit your Moto G4 or G4 Plus inside and the buttons and cut-outs line up perfectly with the phone’s camera and connection ports. It’s certainly what we’d consider an ‘everyday case’ and once on, you really won’t have any need to remove it.

The FlexiShield is available in black, blue or purple.

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Olixar Ultra-Thin – 100% Clear

Olixar Ultra-Thin Gel Case - 100% Clear

The Ultra-Thin gel case from Olixar is similar to the FlexiShield but as the name suggests, is thinner. It adds virtually no bulk to your Moto G4 or G4 Plus and is comfortably the slimmest and lightest case we’ve come across that fully covers the back and edges of the device. Having said that, it still offers plenty of protection against every day knocks and bumps.

There’s no choice of colours here, the case is completely transparent allowing you to enjoy the design of your Moto G4 as if it were naked. Ideal then if you’ve customised your Moto G4 or G4 Plus using Motorola’s Moto Maker, as none of your original colour choices or engraved messages will be hidden.

Much like the FlexiShield, the Olixar Ultra-Thin gel case features a nicely raised front bezel and a non-slip coating for additional grip. On the inside lining however, the Ultra-Thin case features a matrix patterned texture which is designed for preventing bubbles and ‘trapped’ moisture. This is a nifty feature given that anything trapped between the case and the back of your phone would quickly show through the transparent gel.

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Conclusion

The two gel cases from Olixar are both excellent choices for the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus. If you’re looking to get a case that adds a bit of colour to your phone then we’d recommend the FlexiShield with its choice of colours available. For a little extra, the Ultra-Thin gel case offers an even slimmer solution that keeps the Moto G4’s original design fully visible. If you like the way your phone looks out of the box, that’s the one to go for.

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