Before I got the iPhone 3GS I made sure I had an iPhone version of my iPod touch case – the Griffin Elan Form – lying around to put straight on when I got it. About a week ago however I got a tip on another case, the CapsuleRebel by SwitchEasy.

I’m not a stranger to SwitchEasy products having reviewed the ThumbTack microphone on here before, but when it comes to cases I tend to be a bit paranoid as even well known companies can produce shitty cases. After reading up on the CapsuleRebel however I was sold.

The CapsuleRebel works differently from other cases. it’s part hard-case, part plastic/silicon-case. There’s an inner part consisting of a soft plasticy material (not silicon yet not plastic) and a hard plastic spine that goes on top, fitting into the inner case. The full package aims to provide a stylish case that also protects well as it reinforces the inner half-soft case with hard plastic where it matters, like the edges.

The build quality of the case is extremely nice and the fit is perfect – it feels like a natural part of the phone. It was easy to put on yet stays on very nicely and it simply looks awesome. One downside is that the hard plastic spine gets easily scratched, something the RebelSerpent version of the case aims to fix. You can also buy additional spines separately and mix and match colors. The case itself is also sold in many different colors and color mixes.

The number of included “accessories” to the case is also a pleasant surprise. There are two full front screen protectors, a dock connector protector, a video stand, screen cloth, squeegee for the screen protectors and a dock adapter so you can use the case with a dock. The dock connector protector and especially the dock adapter are very nice accessories to get with a case and almost a reason in itself to get this case. I have a Logitech Pure-Fi Anytime alarm clock dock and it’s not been used for anything but the alarm clock part (without a docked device) for half a year due to me using a case with my devices. It’s a small plastic part that probably don’t cost them much but makes all the difference in the world for someone who likes cases but has a dock.

Bottom line I’m extremely satisfied with the CapsuleRebel and it’s well worth the $25+$5 shipping I paid for it on eBay. It gives off a feel of being really high quality and doesn’t feel flimsy like pretty much all cases I’ve had does. Absolutely recommended!