Sure there are cheaper screen protectors out there - but Otterbox has been a great, reliable brand with their protective cases and tempered glass screen protectors, and this is no exception. It has been almost two months and has worked like a charmed, went on without a hitch, and feels smooth like the phone's original glass. I would rather pay more for a screen protector than have to rebuy cheaper ones repeatedly that break or come off too easily. Case friendly, too, and recommended.