No matter which case you use, it's gonna get worn over time, in addition to adding bulk + weight.
Having said that, I don't want to go caseless because I drop the phone on occasion (about 1-2 times per month). I have Apple Care, but I've shattered a phone before and replacing it is an inconvenience... even just a scratch or dent may bother me, so I want to avoid those too (and AC won't help with those).
I switched to the
Arc Pulse and am very happy with it. It's fairly immune to wear and tear, offers a lot of protection in a minimal footprint, while leaving the buttons and sides of the phone open.
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Seems expensive for what it is, but so far it's the best fit for me so I'm fine paying an extra $30. A lot of people are curious about it and think it looks cool. The biggest downside is that not all MagSafe accessories work with it... for instance, the MagSafe Wallet doesn't fit perfectly, so the bottom isn't flush with the phone. MagSafe charging works fine with the Apple charger.