Stylish protection for your Nexus 6
The Nexus 6 is a big beautiful phone. Chances are you'll want to keep it beautiful and free from dings and scratches with the right case, and I think we've found the right case with the Seidio DILEX Pro. It's easy to put on and take off, allows for full use of all the features, and the soft-touch finish (in multiple colors) looks and feels great in your hands.
Have a read and see if the Seidio DILEX Pro is the right case for you, too.
The DILEX Pro is the right mix of a basic case with a few features to set it apart from the more generic offerings you can find at Amazon. As soon as you pick it up you'll notice the soft-touch material, and you'll like it. It's plastic, but it's that type of plastic that feels like soft rubber because of the coating. It instantly improves your grip on the Nexus 6, and color choices like red or gold give your Nexus 6 a new look. I'm especially fond of the royal blue version I'm using in this review.
The next thing you'll notice is the metal kickstand built into the rear of the case. A big phone screams for a kickstand, and it's done well on the DILEX Pro. The kickstand is solid, and once you prop up your 6-inch screen to watch a video you'll never want to go back to life without one. It's easy to open and is secured with a magnet so it won't accidentally flop open when you don't want it to.
The DILEX Pro doesn't have any extra industrial strength rubber on the outside, but you'll find it protects your Nexus 6 from "normal" use just fine, and still allows for easy operation of all the features your phone came with. The cutouts for the camera and ports are generous and precision cut, and have a spiffy black trim at each opening. The power and volume controls are made of a separate piece of soft and flexible rubber for easy use, and this has the benefit of a different texture so you can operate them by feel. Everything is done really well here.
I'm also using the DILEX Pro with the optional holster, and while I don't normally carry my phone on my belt, it seems very secure and is comfortable enough that I barely notice it and have no complaints.
If you're looking for a great case that does its job without adding unnecessary bulk, the DILEX Pro is a solid option — it's the case I would recommend to anyone looking.
Reader comments
Seidio DILEX Pro case with metal kickstand for the Nexus 6
I loved the Dilex with holster on my Nexus 5. Will likely pick one up the Nexus 6, too. (I really wish I could control myself and buy fewer cases whenever I get a new device. ;) )
I hear you, I have too many cases for my Nexus 4, 5 and 6. I have this case in the same color and I have to say it is one of the best case I have ever used. Use it for awhile then take it off, makes the Nexus 6 seem skinny.
Posted via the Android Central App
I recommend the Ringke Maxx. No kickstand, but much better...
Posted via the Android Central App
X2 on the Max. I held out for the white case, black trim and clear window to go with my midnight blue 64gig Nexus 6. Always getting compliments on it. Good solid protection (I use my phone with Back Country Navigator on my RZR) AND stylish enough for every day use.
Have the Unicorn Beetle cash for the nexus 6 and it pretty well built. Only problem is the hump in the back makes the rocking even worse. Looks like the Dilex case would be the same way because of the kick stand hump.
The kick stand is flat when closed and towards the bottom of the phone, so it actually makes it more stable when laying on a flat surface. I use mine at work during lunch so that it remains stable while I'm surfing the web.
Posted via the Android Central App
I also have the Unicorn Beetle Pro case. I think it's a great value for what you get. I've been very happy with it.
The Dilex would be a nice, slightly smaller and less protective alternative for me.
I have a cellbee case, and even though the kickstand is "a hump"" the phone doesn't rock at all
Posted via the Android Central App
Spigen Neo Hybrid is my choice, absolutely awesome case
Posted via the Android Central App
Spigens cases seem cheap to me. This case is a much higher quality. Although you do pay much more for the quality upgrade, I think you will feel the difference.
Posted via the Android Central App
Nice looking, but adds no grip. The Nexus 6 is slippery without a case, and in addition to protection (and looks) I prefer a case that makes it easier to hold onto. Liking and using my Dilex pro in black, returning the Neo Hybrid, and expecting delivery of the Ringke Max early next week My only concern with the Dilex is if it will work with a Qi charger. Tried a friends charger (small and single coil), and it wouldn't work with the case.
I haven't been able to get it working with the Qi charging in The Air Dock.
Do know that the headphones jack hole is too small.
Posted via the Android Central App
I'm using this case on my nexus 6 and I really like it. I've got the black one though.
Posted via the Android Central App
lmao...that makes an ugly phone even uglier.
Anyone know if it works with the TYLT charger? I ended up going with the Seidio SURFACE case before since it was a bit thinner and worked with TYLT. But I prefer the look and design of the DILEX. Also would it work with the SURFACE holster or would I have to buy the DILEX specific one?
Posted via the Android Central App
I love this case and yes it works with the Tylt charger both vertically and horizontally! Wow , pretty awesome and makes holding this baby even easier! Only con is no opening for the Moto dimple on the back! But, I'll get over it. The dimples on the bottom sides more than make up for it! The kickstand is sturdy and highly functional. It's not an after thought! The phone sits flat now with no rocking unless you're trying to rock it. Any other questions? Feel free to ask...
Posted via the Android Central App
Ok WAIT, the stand is just ok. The surface needs to be level or the phone will sit kind of awkward and just fall over. Still love the case though.
Posted via the Android Central App
I can't even begin to imagine how huge this device would be with a case on it.
Looks nice but would the magnet mess with the wireless charging and nfc payment system? Right now I have the moko case on Amazon has a decent kickstand it's a hybrid case hard plastic with soft rubber and a flat back and I can make nfc payments and it still has wireless charging working no problem
NFC payments work fine with this case. I am not able to get it to charge with The Air Dock's Qi charging though.