Ailun 3Pack Privacy Screen Protector for iPhone 15 Pro Max [6.7 inch]+3Pack Camera Lens Protector,Sensor Protection,Dynamic Island Compatible,Anti Spy Tempered Glass[9H Hardness]-HD[Black][6 Pack]

This is a comparison review of two privacy glass screen protectors for the iPhone 14 Pro Max:

1. Pehael [2+2 Pack] iPhone 14 Pro Max Privacy Screen Protector with Camera Lens Protector Full Coverage Anti-Spy Tempered Glass Film 9H Hardness Upgrade Edge Protection Easy Installation Bubble Free.
ASIN: B0B87SNR2L.
Price: $8.48 (originally $15.98, on sale at 47% off, on 2024/01/11).

2. Ailun 2Pack Privacy Screen Protector Compatible for iPhone 14 Pro Max[6.7 inch] + 2 Pack Camera Lens Protector, Anti Spy Private Tempered Glass Film, Case Friendly, [9H Hardness] – HD [Black].
ASIN: B0B76R521M.
Price: $8.89.

The first thing that is interesting is the difference in how many reviews Pehael has. It has a 4.4 star rating with 44,440 ratings for just this one item on this Amazon product page!! 5/4/3/2/1 star rating proportion is 71%/12%/7%/3%/6%.

On the other hand, Ailun also has a respectable 4.4 star rating with 41,577 ratings, but the Amazon product page has seven different styles including the iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Plus, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Of the total 41577 ratings, 12,100 ratings are for the iPhone 14 Pro Max, where 8,879 ratings are 5 star (73.38%), 1,404 are 4 star (11.60%), 734 are 3 star (6.07%), 349 are 2 star (2.88%), and 734 are 1 star (6.07%).

This tells me a few things. A) There are probably more people who bought the Pehael screen protector on Amazon for their iPhone 14 Pro Max than Ailun’s. B) Pehael lists the screen protectors for the different styles separately, and a fair comparison cannot be made without crunching some numbers.

To create a fair comparison with Ailun that lists seven styles on one page, I pulled the numbers from Pehael’s product pages:

iPhone 13 Pro Max, 4.3 star with 18,160 ratings.
iPhone 14 Pro, 4.1 star with 1,376 ratings.
iPhone 15, 4.3 star with 220 ratings.
iPhone 15 Pro, 4.1 star with 340 ratings.
iPhone 15 Pro Max, 4.4 star with 487 ratings.
iPhone 15 Plus, 4.3 star with 204 ratings.

Combining the above numbers with the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s 4.4 star with 44,440 ratings, this totals to 65,227 ratings, with an average rating of 4.3636 stars. There’s obviously some rounding errors, as I only pulled the average rating for each of the above. While Pehael’s 4.3 star rating is less than Ailun’s 4.4, Pehael having 23,700 more ratings is a pretty good indicator that more people like Pehael’s products. Because an Amazon customer can only rate an item once no matter how many times he or she buys the product, this means that there are 23,700 more people rating it, on average, 4.3 stars.

(I wish Amazon would stop allowing sellers and manufacturers to lump all different styles into one product page. It makes shopping difficult. I get it if it’s a different color of a product with the same size and shape, but when the size and shape differ at all, they should just separate them.)

Anyway, the Pehael screen protector has a long oval cutout in what appears to be the bottom layer of the screen protector for the ambient light sensor, IR camera, and proximity sensor. The top layer is contiguous from edge to edge even for the front camera. Aliun, on the other hand, only has a round cutout in the bottom layer for the front camera, and does not have a cutout for the other sensors.

As far as the viewing angle, it’s about the same with the two brands. I placed both (formerly used and now cracked) screen protectors on the phone at a 90 degree angle to compare in the photos. The photos don’t show it very well, but the viewing angle is about the same. Pehael is to the left, and Aliun is to the right.

I think the pehael screen is a bit darker, and you can kind of see that in the photos.

The Pehael screen protector is also thicker. I didn’t take measurements, but it’s visibly thicker than the Aliun.

Both seem to be about equally resistant to cracks though, but this is totally anecdotal because there’s no good way to test that than to purposefully destroy them in a controlled manner.

All the extra pieces that come win the kit (wipes, etc) are all nearly the same.

If Pehael was at the full price of $15.98, and with it having similar durability as Aliun’s, paying almost twice as much seems like a lot. I’m not sure I’ve ever seen the Pehael sold at full price though.

I think I like the Pehael ones better.

Yeah, a little surprised at that. However, I’m still going to give it four stars as it did its job. You’ll enjoy the anti-glare, very effective. The privacy aspect is nice as you cannot see the screen from a “sideview”. So other than the camera protection not lasting through its first little fall, I like it.. and have two more to enjoy at a reasonable cost.

This product does what it is supposed to, makes it difficult for others to see your screen. It isn’t perfect though. The “level” of privacy is dictated by how bright your screen is so if you have it on the highest then some things may be viewable by people at the right angle. I can’t comment on the durability but it felt fairly thick when I put it on my phone. I had to readjust it a couple of times and it didn’t break either.

One thing to note is that this screen protector is very reflective. Not a huge issue since that adds to the privacy factor but it does make it more difficult for FaceID. If there is a reflection, you will have to adjust your phone around a little to unlock it (if you use that feature). The protector also has an almost glass feel which is really nice.

It does what it says. You can’t see the screen even if you stand next to the phone owner. I asked my mom to check from different angles, she couldn’t see anything. She can only see it if she stands right behind me and the phone is facing straight. The only con is it is very easily to crack but it protects the phone screen well. I cracked the screen protector twice and am using the third one, the phone screen is intact without any scratches. I didn’t drop my phone at all, the screen protectors cracked when I opened my car door holding the phone in the same hand, it cracked that easily.

The Privacy Screen Protector I recently applied to my device has exceeded my expectations in providing both protection and added security. The high-quality material not only safeguards my screen from scratches and smudges but also ensures that my on-screen content remains private from prying eyes at side angles. The easy installation process, complete with clear instructions and included accessories, made it a breeze to apply without any bubbles or imperfections. The touch sensitivity remains unaffected, delivering a smooth and responsive user experience. Additionally, the anti-glare feature reduces reflections and enhances visibility, especially in bright environments. The privacy shield is a game-changer, giving me peace of mind in public spaces while maintaining the clarity and vibrancy of my device screen when viewed head-on. This Privacy Screen Protector is a must-have for anyone concerned about data privacy and screen protection, offering a perfect balance of functionality and security.