I think the Note 2 is a little hard to hold on to, and this case really helps with that. It adds a texture along the edges that makes it easy to grip. It doesn't add to much bulk to the phone either like some cases, and it still fits into my RND Power solutions charging dock with the case on it. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is that the button on the right side of the phone is a little tough to trigger. Other than that, great case!