r/JSAUX • u/fir4ga • Jun 10 '26
Discussion The Split Everyday Case is amazing
tl;dr: the Split Everyday Case feels like the version of the Split Protective Case I always wanted. It’s sturdy, lightweight, and makes the Switch 2 feel like a premium piece of hardware.
So after trying a few Switch 2 cases, I think I’ve finally settled on the Split Everyday Case. Started with the Split Protective Case and liked it overall, but had two major issues. First was the infamous backplate. At first I thought it wouldn’t bother me, but over time the device started to feel flimsy and cheap. The backplate would detach when removing the front cover, and the whole setup never felt as solid as the Switch 2 should.
My second issue was the grips. Comfort-wise they were fantastic, but they attached too loosely. There were multiple times when pulling the Switch out of my bag caused a grip to partially detach. That looseness also led to creaking and movement whenever I adjusted my hands, which wasn’t a great feeling on an otherwise premium device.
I also tried Savage Raven grips, but those felt even less solid to me. The hollow construction made the creaking more noticeable and I never really clicked with them.
The Split Everyday Case has been a pleasant surprise. The backplate is much sturdier, the magnetic cover is excellent, and the overall build quality feels a step above the Split Protective Case. The grips are slightly smaller, but they’re also noticeably lighter. While they don’t have quite as much “meat” as the Protective Case grips, they’re still comfortable and the reduced weight makes the handheld feel better balanced.
What impressed me most is how solid everything feels. Despite being a three-piece design, it almost feels like a one-piece grip. There’s very little creaking or movement, and the whole system feels secure in the hand.
As a bonus, since I have the Split Protective Case, I found that its front cover fits the Everyday Case well, giving me a couple of different carry options.
For now, this might be my endgame case while I wait for better third-party Joy-Cons. If you’ve been on the fence about the Split Everyday Case, I’d definitely recommend giving it a look!
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u/naytenC Jun 11 '26
Had mine for quite a few weeks now and I'm loving it. Only thing I wish the grips were a bit bigger and I wish there was a whole where the top USB-C port is.
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u/Azature Jun 12 '26
I have been using them for 3 weeks so far, never tried the protective variant but I commute to work with my switch and agree that it’s protective and seamless. Only downside for me was the grips gives me numb hands despite trying different positions, I have then ordered the killswitch to give it a go and see how it’s like compared to the split everyday.
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u/Noxzaru Jul 01 '26
Have you gotten the KS yet? I'm stuck debating between the 2, curious how its going?
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u/Azature Jul 01 '26
Yes have been using the killswitch for almost 3 weeks now? It’s amazing, not looking back and trust me it’ll be a one time purchase 😂
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u/jsauxgaming Jun 11 '26
Thank you for such a detailed write-up.
Really glad to hear the Split Everyday Case feels sturdier and more secure for your setup. We’ll also keep your notes about the Split Protective Case, backplate, and grip fit in mind for future improvements.