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How does the Voxkin screen case hold up during a day on the water kayak fishing? I put it to the test.
I was in the hunt for a waterproof case for my smartphone that wouldn’t break the bank. The Voxkin case caught my eye on Amazon because it received solid reviews yet was pretty cheap ($9.99 as of this writing). I decided, what the heck, and bought one. So far, it hasn’t disappointed.
Voxkin screen case: What’s in the box
The waterproof case is actually a light and flexible bag. Some reviewers compared it to a Zip lock bag but this has more heft to it. Better quality. Just feels more durable. There are two top hard plastic clasps, which you open and close to seal the case. I like how it can easily accommodate my protective case, so no need to remove that one first. Others have noted the same thing per the Amazon reviews. Plus you can store other items such as money, credit cards and your passport during that tropical getaway.
There’s also a built-in compass, which may come in handy, although I already carry one when kayaking that includes a whistle. It also includes a detachable armband and a lanyard so you can wear it around your neck.
Voxkin screen case: Testing the waters
The instructions say to first test it by inserting a napkin in the bag and soaking it in water for 30 minutes. If the napkin is wet, well, you should probably ask for a refund or make sure you’re closing the clasps correctly (they close pretty tight, so you should have a sense if they’re not secure).
I put the case to the test out on a lake while kayak fishing, dunking it a few times in the water. Not so much as a speck of water leaked inside the case. It was completely sealed. I was I hoping to capture some footage of some fish nearby (my Venterior wireless portable fish finder was beeping, indicating things were hopping), but no dice. Regarding video quality, I can’t tell it’s even on when reviewing video above water. Below the surface, you’re of course at the mercy of water conditions including how murky and brackish it is, so might be misleading to judge the video quality unless you’re in crystal clear water.
As far as easily using your smartphone’s touchscreen keys, that was true in my case. The only thing it didn’t allow me to do was use my fingerprint ID. But in fairness, the manufacturer didn’t say it would do this. Not a big deal for me in any event. I just simply do it the old fashioned way to unlock the phone (swipe and enter my PIN).
Overall, I’m pretty happy with it so far, and you certainly can’t beat the price.
