Do I Need a Screen Protector if I Get a Galaxy S8 or S8+?

[PowrDroid]

Thinking of a getting a Samsung for the first time after having Moto phones for the past seven years (Droid Turbo, Razr Maxx HD, etc--I'm a battery life snob.)

My phone is the only thing that goes in my front right pants pocket. I put it in screen side facing toward my thigh. I've never used a screen protector and I've never gotten a scratch, not even a teensy scratch.

Just look at the stunning display screen on the S8+. It would be a shame to get a scratch on that screen.

I've read conflicting posts here on AC and elsewhere that the Gorilla Glass on the S8 and S8+ is "softer" than previous versions of Gorilla Glass. People have complained about getting scratches on their screens. Others claim it is the oleophobic coating and not the screen that is scratched. Some say they've had S6's and S7's and never had scratches but now their S8 is getting scratched.

So S8 and S8+ owners--it's been almost six months since the phone has been released and several months since most of these posts about scratches were written. You've got several more months of use on your phone. How about an update? Have you noticed scratching or not?

Do I need a screen protector if I get a Galaxy S8+?

 

[bassplayrguy]

Yes

 

[Thomasrope]

No screen protector on my S8+ which I've had since April. I work outdoors for a living and keep the phone in my front or back pocket. Not a single scratch on it.

 

[amyf27]

I dont use the screen covers myself. Ive had mine since April 19th and there are only two very light difficult to see scratches. Those were likely from the bag I sometimes put the phone in when carrying a lot of stuff.

 

[aokusman1]

If you dont want to risk breaking it you will need a tempered glass.

 

[naturalguy]

No. I am pretty rough on my phone and you don't need a screen protector with this one. You should get a good case with enough lip protection that will protect the screen in case of drops

 

[sparkeater79]

I bought a pelican case for my s8 and got a free ballistic glass screensaver with it. I tried to install it but didn't like it at all. Have been rocking with NO screen protector and haven't had any cracks. I have dropped it several times in my otter box but haven't cracked the screen yet. The curved edges make it difficult for a decent screensaver.

 

[tuckertje01]

I'm using a leather flip case without screen protector and have no scratches.

 

[ahiqar]

I use the zagg HD clear screen protector and it works great and works with a case. I had it installed the moment my phone came out of the box.

 

[cedjunior]

I have not used one. I've had this phone since it was released.

This was taken today.

 

[mary beth hale]

Been using the Otao TGSP with tray installation for a month and love it. Saved my phone when it hit a metal desk leg right on the edge portion of screen. It also doesn't cost an arm and a leg.

 

[Doug Moffat]

4 months, no scratches of any kind. Naked screed with folio case.

 

[SlippySlimm]

If you dont want to risk breaking it you will need a tempered glass.

False.

No screen protector since release. No scratches of any kind. I don't even use a case.

 

[mary beth hale]

Just personal preference. I'm used to having a protector and case. Some never use either.

 

[aokusman1]

False.

No screen protector since release. No scratches of any kind. I don't even use a case.

what exactly is false?

 

[SlippySlimm]

what exactly is false?

"If you don't want to risk breaking it you will need a tempered glass"

That's a false statement. You don't NEED a screen protector, not in the slightest. False.

 

[aokusman1]

"If you don't want to risk breaking it you will need a tempered glass"

That's a false statement. You don't NEED a screen protector, not in the slightest. False.

so if it drops what protects the screen?

 

[Centerman66]

so if it drops what protects the screen?

Luck?

 

[SlippySlimm]

so if it drops what protects the screen?

Is that a serious question?

 

[PowrDroid]

Thanks for the responses, everybody. Unfortunately I'm not getting any clarity on this question. With some saying it scratched easily and others saying they are scratch-free I'm wondering if there is a problem with Gorilla Glass quality consistency?

I'm thinking if I get the S8+ I will not put on a screen protector.