Customer Reviews

Griffin AeroSport Armband Case for iPod (Black)

5 star:		(11)
4 star:		(7)
3 star:		(5)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(8)

 

 

This armband is ok but it is nearly impossible to operate the click wheel while the iPod is in this case. The plastic covering is either too thick or too rigid. They should redesign it so the plastic over the wheel is more pliable.

Works great! I was concerned (from other reviews) that the thumbwheel might be hard to operate through the plastic shield, but it works great. That the case clips on to the armband and is easily detached is a bonus, as is the clip for wrapping up the excess cord from my earbuds. If you have especially large arms the armband might be a little small, but not a concern in my case . . .

The materials used on this are pretty cheap. Very nasty looking. Quite comfortable to wear, but this fell apart within 1 month of buying it. The glue holding the clip for the velcro strap fell apart.
DO NOT BUY.

This is my first armband and I must say, it was a great purchase. You are actually buying 2 things in one. It can work as an armband AND can also work as a clip on. There's an attachment for the earphone wires so it doesnt get in the way. I work out 6x a week and after using this for the first time, I'm loving it. Its light weight, doesnt get in the way. I only have one comment about it and I second J.Thurman's review about the thickness of the plastic. When trying to scroll through the menu, the thick plastic prevents you from doing it with ease. I sometimes find myself go into a different screen. They should either make the plastic thinner or have an opening for the wheel. But overall great product.

It is impossible to operate the click wheel!!! The iPod fits very tight and the plastic covering is too thick. Moreover, if you have a thin arm, the armband will not fit well. I am returning the product.

This is the second iPod armband I've owned. I had to buy this one because I retired my generation 2 iPod and bought a gen 4 model. The new video window on the gen 4 model didn't match up with the window on the old arm band.
The postive side of this armband is that it is easy to put on and take off. It stays put when exercising, and the iPod easily slips into it.
The negative side is that the band is awfully wide, which sometimes makes it a little difficult if you have it near your elbow. My iPod fits nicely into it, but the very top of the iPod window is hard to see, so sometimes I think the top item on a menu is the top when in reality, it's the second item. One more thing: the wide band is made of some sort of foam-type material which really soaks up sweat, so the band is pretty wet after a workout.Most of these complaints are very minor, though. I would recommend the Griffin AeroSport arm band.
UPDATE 7 MONTHS LATER: After using this armband for seven months, it has started to come apart, so I can't be as enthusiastic as I was. In fact, I've thrown it away and purchases another brand. I workout four to five times a week (running) and I sweat a lot, so I put the band through its paces. Maybe these things just can't endure that kind of wear.

The AeroSport is a nice looking armband with a quality strap. The earphone wrap is definitely a nice feature. If you have particularly large arms it likely won't fit you. The iPod case itself is the main problem. The plastic covering the clickwheel makes the controls numb and unresponsive. Moving up and down one spot on menus is particularly irritating, as it tends to either not move, or jump 2-3 lines at a time. You would assume that this meant the plastic was more protective, but mine already has a small split near the clickwheel from being in my gymbag. The connection between the case and armband has issues as well, as the case doesn't seem to be cut right to fit the clip that slides into it. Overall the armband is average but not highly recommended.

Great product, I received it in 3 days. Good value for the money. This is very sturdy, and appears to be very durable. My last one ripped apart.

Not at all user friendly. It was more of a pain to use that just slipping it into a pocket that zipped. Not useful for me personally. Gave it to a neighbor kid to use for running.

I use this when I go for walks or ride my bike. I can enjoy my music without worrying about it dropping or falling out.