The Steam Deck case SUCKS. Get this instead! JSAUX Modcase vs dbrand Killswitch

[@renatodep]

The SD case does not suck at all! It’s more impact resistant, I can fit my micro SD cards in it and the charger. Specially with someone like me that is always on the go.

[@renamix]

And freeeeee!

[@XxsoonerbornxX]

It absolutely does suck. What is MORE important here is the cover for the steam deck. Wake up.

[@XxsoonerbornxX]

@@renamix and it suuuuuuucks

[@bakonax7080]

​@@XxsoonerbornxXyou suck

[@hausmaus5698]

Two weeks ago my Steam Deck fell over a meter in its original case onto a concrete floor. Everything still works. I doubt whether the mod cases shown would have protected just as well.

[@mattjax16]

Was yours in a kill switch?

[@L1qu1d_5h4d0w]

@@mattjax16he JUST said in its original case 💀 nuh uh you can’t be that -…

[@5ammy13]

Hmm so it was in a mod case then?😂😂😂

[@paragon722]

I have had a the D Brand Killswitch v2 for a while and I have never liked it, to be honest. The main thing being that, even with no skin on the case, it does not quite fit right and I find that the case is slightly loose on the top right side. (This happened on 2 cases in a row.) Additionally, the extra weight was a deal breaker for me. Which is strange, I have giant hands and thought the killswitch would help a lot, but I found that the killswitch made it less comfortable not more for my big hands. I really like the joystick covers and the hardshell cover of the d brand case though. Good grip and lift on the joysticks, and very good protection on the dbrand travel cover. I may give JSAUX a try, but I am starting to think I am just running best with Vanilla.

[@Lord_zeel]

Honestly the fact that the USB is exposed with the plate on is a BIG pro in my book for the JSUAX. I'm not really worried about dust or lint going in there (not that the KS would even really prevent this). The point of the case is to protect the system from scratches, add some grip, and most importantly - give you a way to cover the screen. The fact that the JSUAX one does this without making it impossible to plug in is fantastic. I'm still not entirely sold on the idea of this style of case (vs keeping it in a clamshell and using it bare), but I think if I were to try one it would be the JSUAX for sure.

[@mitchib1440]

Killswitch DOES come with an adapter for the dock! Both USB extender. I got both the magnetic one and the mechanical one. The mechanical one does have it.

[@deckverse]

Man, I love the JSAUX mod case. Though they really need to do something about that flappy wrist band adapter. :D On a side note I reeeeaally dig your clean camera quality. Amazingly done, keep em' coming!

[@overkillwtf]

Are you saying you don’t like the protein bar holder?!

[@alphagodvon]

Can the mod case fit in the official steam deck case??

[@EstaniRG]

@@alphagodvon No, it can't

[@alphagodvon]

@@EstaniRG oh ok I keep hearing different stories. Some saying it can & some saying it can’t . I know for sure that the killswitch case can’t fit .

[@Quebber]

Click bait much? the original case does not suck, I have two because "reasons" and they are kind of awesome for the SD

[@elusivelectron]

I love the original case. I have the 512GB case and immediately put a 2TB NVMe in my Steam Deck and an antiglare screen protector before turning it on.

[@eleven9286]

​@@elusivelectron gpod job

[@XxsoonerbornxX]

No, they suck.

[@NotMe42554]

kinda does suck for some people. the 1tb model oled case has a removable inner sleeve that makes it take up less space, that ones definitely a bit better, but to say it doesn’t suck is subjective. it takes up a lot of space for what it is and it’s not particularly well designed

[@JohnDiew]

nah, the original case is poorly designed, especially the “accessories pocket” at the back is a joke

[@necromancerbb]

As an Aussie, its easier to get the JSAUX modcase as opposed to the Dbrand case (where you also need to pay a ton for shipping).

[@awyeagames]

The stock case is more impact resistant. Also, it offers some degree of water protection.

[@XxsoonerbornxX]

Are we talking about the case or the cover?

[@awyeagames]

@@XxsoonerbornxX the stock case

[@brotherfranciz]

The Dbrand kickstand also has an SD card holder built into it. I actually like the free Steam case - I would trust it over any of the plastic cases in a drop test - the loose cover on the JSAUX is a deal-breaker in this regard. I use the back 'void' of the Steam case to store the power brick (or a power bank if I am out of the house). I've been tempted to buy the Dbrand Killswitch but the environmentalist in me is saying the free case is fine and I don't need an extra piece of plastic like the Dbrand or JSAUX case.

[@Lord_Edox]

I totally agree with you. I have had no issues with my free case. I have a bag it fits in, and it does its job. I have a dock for when my deck is out at home and it is small enough to take with if I need. A solution here not talked about is just get a bigger bag to take with you. Both of these seem like they need to be combined to get the features they both should have. I don't want my Deck having more on it as it is heavy enough as it is. And like you said I totally trust the free case in a drop test vs both of these.

[@gripped6184]

I went with the jsaux. A bit concerned about the loose cover. Think I’ll just use that for home when I set it down for extra protection. I think I’ll buy the tomtoc case for travel and to save space. Still would have spent less money than just buying the killswitch I travel everyday. I drive a semi truck locally so the steam deck goes with me on a daily basis so the space saving is a huge deal for me

[@fairphoneuser9009]

Your cover is loose? Well, send it back, that's not how it's supposed to be. My cover definitely isn't loose!

[@ghost4realbitch]

@@fairphoneuser9009 same here, my case dont move at all

[@alphagodvon]

@@fairphoneuser9009can you fit it in the steam deck case?? I know the killswitch doesn’t fit

[@CJ-uh8bk]

For me I probably wouldn’t ever use the front cover on either case, I would probably buy the shoulder bag “carrying case” JSAUX make for convenience and just use their case on the back of the deck along with getting the power bank kit for more battery when I’m travelling

[@dandiaz19934]

Thank you for your video, this was awesome and helpful! I went with the JSAUX case in the end!!

[@overkillwtf]

Glad it helped! ✌️

[@ron10dk]

Nice review and comparison. I appreciate you didn't include a bunch of extra fluff just to fill time. How do the kickstands compare in quality and how much you'd trust them? The kickstand and cover are the two main reasons I'm interested in these. Seems like Killswitch wins on the cover with the trigger protection but not sure about the kickstand.

[@overkillwtf]

Thanks first of all. As for the kickstand, I think the dbrand one is a bit more versatille. I don‘t think any of the two is less stable, but the killswitch stand has more range and microSD slots.

[@ZiggityZeke]

There's actually an Etsy seller selling an external battery holder for the Killswitch

[@overkillwtf]

Oh, interesting. Need to have a look at this!

[@matthewbricker5536]

They also, apparently, now sell an actual adapter to slot on the Steam Dock to make it compatible with the Killswitch.

[@star20alpha]

@@matthewbricker5536 Replying to myself, my accounts got switched randomly, lol....

[@davidmertes6308]

Having the Buttons acceible while the cover is on is fine when you just plug it to a TV/Dock so everything is protected but still the controlles are avaible

[@ghost4realbitch]

u defiantly shouldn't have the face covers on these when docked you'd be blocking the exhaust outlet

[@brianetty2684]

JSAUX, I have already 3d printed attachments using the available files from JSAUX themselves to attach an articulating arm that holds up the steam deck.

[@overkillwtf]

Interesting, what did you print?

[@brianetty2684]

​@@overkillwtf I used the universal mount and with 3d builder I merged that to a Go Pro adapter bracket. That allowed me to mount the steamdeck to an old Go Pro armature so I could be lazy and have it carry most of the weight of the steamdeck. You could also just print the universal joint and then use one of the quick release 3m mounts to stick to it and do the same.

[@seannightwal1765]

@@brianetty2684You should make a video about it. Would love to see your work.

[@devintyffanicox5458]

DBrands kill switch does have where you can store your extra SD cards in the back clip which slides off that back of the system. It’s the actual kickstand you can attach to the back. You did forget to mention that in your video and show the stand for the KillSwitch

[@Neopanther]

One day when you hit hundreds of thousands of subscribers we'll revisit this conversation. Well done. Very polished for someone with only 116 subscribers.

[@overkillwtf]

Thanks man!

[@Neopanther]

I just bought the saux

[@theLonelyLemnn]

I Love the carry case, I don't get the hate for it tbh. Plus I got the OLED version so I like the Orange Valve colour. Only wish they stitched the Logo into the case instead of a Rubber material.

[@Begohan1234]

How's the weight comparison, or more importantly, the grip/thickness and feel of the material differences?

[@overkillwtf]

The weight is similarish. So much so, that I didn‘t really perceive a difference. As for grip, I‘d say both are grippy with the dbrand one being slightly more so, which may be due to the fact it feels a bit higher quality!

[@Begohan1234]

@@overkillwtf just what I was looking for! Thanks.

[@ghost-type]

I had the Killswitch case, but have since removed it. the front cover it terrible over a long period of time. It ate away at the nubs to the point that it looks terrible now.

[@mikkiw.l1497]

The Jsaux case and cover look sleek and low-profile. Dbrand's version is too bulky for my taste 😅

[@georgy.design]

Wanted to buy such a case, but I have Steam Deck OLED and I use a travel case that came with the purchase - sadly, those cases do not fit inside Steam Deck OLED’s travel case which is a dealbreaker for me.

[@safwxn]

I love the screen protector part of the killswitch case but i love using the jsaux case as it can hold my windows ssd with the loopy thing while i play gamepass games on the go

[@MaxHarden]

Ok “price” jsaux obviously because it’s cheaper. But I wanted to know about its fit and quality and feel and protection. This was limited to price and accessories. 😢

[@jeikWazTaken]

Got the Jsaux ModCase in January/February 2023 and it still works great on the LCD Steam Deck, which is why I also bought it for the OLED one. It's much easier to carry around as I can just put the front cover on and chuck it into the middle compartment of my backpack (along with other mid-size tech). Fit-wise: The fit is tight, no wobble (on both the old and new case) and it works with Dbrand KillSwitch skins exactly how the KillSwitch itself would. Weight-wise: 773g with the ModCase + SD OLED combo (without the metal kickstand) and 820g with the metal kickstand attached. As far as the info online goes, the KillSwitch combo ends up at up to 839g (without the kickstand). All in all, the ModCase seems like a much better value for the money (lighter and much cheaper while doing the same job if you'll put it in a backpack BUT will probably offer less drop protection than the KillSwitch).

[@Kacper42PL]

If not the weird tomfoolery of rubber button covers + front case not even hiding the buttons at all as well as the triggers then I'd be sold and go with JSaux, but the price difference is big so I'll definitely miss out DBrand.... Until I'll get a need for their case stickers lol. Nice video! short, well informative, great 👍 just wishing there was a 360 view of both cases

[@rsreston]

Yeah, I'd rather my Steam Deck fall on the floor inside its original case rather than in one of those "shells". But sure, if accidents are not a concern, then the $30 one seems interesting.

[@fairphoneuser9009]

I bought the JSAUX Mod Case Ultimate Bundle. Because the original case is bad? No, definitely not, but I liked the idea of having something so versatile. By the way, I even bought a case for the Mod Case and the accessories!

[@marcushopkins2290]

I bought the Jsaux case and a AAA game for the price of the Killswitch. Plus I like the idea of a metal kickstand as opposed to a plastic one.

[@alphagodvon]

Does it fit in the steam deck case?

[@bodabodaguy3193]

Yo that count down was very effective at getting me to hit the like button 😂😂, thank you for the informative video

[@HiTechLoLife]

Ooo this is a good video! You definitely deserve more subs!

[@XxsoonerbornxX]

dBrand stuff is WAY too expensive and they treat their customers like crap. Also, their skins are complete junk.

[@richarddrosario07]

is jsaux front cover thumbgrip compatible?

[@knuspermagierTV]

Nice video and I don’t even own a Steam Deck!

[@overkillwtf]

Thank you, also, you should!

[@barcafanboi01]

Will the kill switch travel cover fit the Jesus case?

[@Nator316]

Ehh technically they are not a carry on case but a sheath

[@jinniu]

Thanks for the video. I wouldn't get Dbrand's because I'd need to take the case off just to dock it on Valve's dock. I dock and undock it at least once a day. I wouldn't get the other one either, because I love how beautiful the deck is with the Dbrand internals skin, plus I don't want to make the thing any bulkier, however I would like a more textured grip on the back. Perhaps a grip skin? Plus, there is no carrying strap on either of those. I usually don't take a backpack, and hold it with the strap that's on the current case. That's a deal breaker too. I'll just stick with the current case and save my money, perhaps for a power brick :p

[@overkillwtf]

Definitely the Modcase then.

[@user-fj2ns3tr2o]

There’s a dock adapter that lets you dock it without taking off the case.

[@arab6745]

Comparison of materials and thicknesses? Grip?

[@overkillwtf]

I'd say the dbrand one feels a bit better, both in terms of quality and grip. Thickness is about the same.

[@arab6745]

@@overkillwtf ty

[@mattihp]

I turn on the steam deck when the case is on at home xD

[@RetroTeddyBear]

Get the Jsaux. Dbrand is a terrible company.

[@morfii41]

Thank you

[@oneproductionman]

JSaux case has THE BEST if not the ONLY cooling solution accessory that actually works.

[@ElPashmino]

You can just use the integrated fan in the steam deck with the "fantastic" plugin and get better cooling than that thing

[@Emulation_Inflation]

Hey!!! I like that case! The back holds my phone perfect... SUB BTW.

[@overkillwtf]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@PrinzMidas]

Why do so many KZbinrs demand that you like their videos before you even see them? Such bullshit.

[@kanivakil198]

Better is provide proof which case is better by actually dropping the Steak Deck with them.

[@killert41]

I don't like your trash cases they are worse than actual case you get and original the best disliked