Smartphone safety lanyard without changing your phone case

If you often use your smartphone on the go—on the slopes, while cycling, in crowds, or while traveling—and find yourself thinking, “hopefully I don’t drop it,” KOALA 2.0 was designed exactly for situations like these.

This is not a classic safety lanyard that goes under the case. KOALA 2.0 is a phone harness-style silicone holder that stretches over the four corners of the smartphone. This allows you to use your phone normally while also protecting it from drops, loss, or theft.

How does the KOALA 2.0 smartphone safety lanyard work without changing your phone case?

KOALA 2.0 consists of two main components:

• an elastic silicone holder – works both with and without a phone case
• an elastic safety lanyard (tether / leash), which attaches to clothing or gear

In practice, you hold your smartphone in your hand as usual. However, if it slips out of your hand, the tether handles the “worst-case scenario.” The lanyard stretches to around 91 cm and has a load capacity of approx. 22.7 kg, effectively securing the smartphone in dynamic situations.

KOALA 2.0 is a phone tether-style safety lanyard—a solution known from the outdoor world.

How is KOALA 2.0 different from a lanyard placed under the case?

The most popular phone lanyards work by using an insert placed under the case, with a tab coming out near the charging port. KOALA 2.0 works differently.

Key differences:

• no insert under the case
• no dependence on the charging port
• attachment to all four corners of the phone
• can be used with or without a case

This makes KOALA 2.0 a great choice even if you often change your phone case or use your phone without any case at all.

Solution comparison in 60 seconds

Insert under the case – good if you always use the same case; downside: dependence on the case and charging port.

Crossbody lanyard – convenient in the city; downside: usually less suitable for outdoor use.

KOALA 2.0 – designed for situations where phones most often slip out of your hand: when taking them out, taking photos, or recording videos while moving. It also provides protection against theft and loss.

Does KOALA 2.0 fit my phone?

Yes. KOALA 2.0 was designed to fit virtually any smartphone, both with and without a case. The website also allows you to check compatibility with a specific phone model.

Home test: after attaching the holder, check whether the corners are tight and whether nothing slips during a normal grip.

Installing KOALA 2.0 – step by step without changing your case

Stretch the silicone holder over one corner of the phone.

Pull it over the opposite corner, then over the remaining two corners.

Attach the tether to the holder.

Secure the tether to yourself or your gear.

Two attachment methods included

The set includes two mounting elements:

• clamp
• carabiner clip

Both elements can be attached at the same time, giving you full freedom to choose the attachment method depending on the situation.

How is KOALA 2.0 different from a safety lanyard placed under the phone case?

The most common smartphone safety lanyards work with an insert placed under the case, with a tab coming out at the charging port. KOALA 2.0 works differently.

Key differences:

• no insert under the case
• no dependence on the charging port
• attachment to the four corners of the smartphone
• can be used with or without a phone case

This makes KOALA 2.0 suitable even if you often change your case or use your smartphone without a case.

Solution comparison in 60 seconds

Insert under the case – good if you always use the same case; downside: dependence on the case and charging port.

Crossbody safety lanyard – convenient in the city; downside: usually less suitable for outdoor use.

KOALA 2.0 – designed for situations where smartphones most often fall: when taking them out, taking photos, or filming while moving. It also provides protection against theft and loss.

Does KOALA 2.0 fit my smartphone?

Yes. KOALA 2.0 was designed to be compatible with almost any smartphone—both with and without a case. On the website, you can check the fit for your specific model.

Home test: after attaching it, check whether the corners sit tightly and whether nothing comes loose during normal holding.

Installing KOALA 2.0 – step by step without changing the case

Stretch the silicone holder over one corner of the smartphone.

Pull it over the opposite corner and then over the two remaining corners.

Attach the tether to the holder.

Attach the tether to yourself or your gear.

Two attachment methods included

The set includes two attachment elements:

• clamp
• carabiner clip

Both elements can be used at the same time, offering full flexibility.

Warranty and worry-free use

KOALA 2.0 is covered by the No Worries Warranty.
If the product is damaged or stops working, a replacement is guaranteed.

Reviews from satisfied customers

KOALA 2.0 receives very good reviews on the US market—users appreciate its functionality, durability, and design. More and more positive reviews highlight the comfort of use and the feeling of safety.

We are also pleased that the first very good reviews from users in Poland are already appearing, confirming that KOALA works excellently in everyday life.

“Super product, amazing—finally a solution that removes the fear of something happening to your smartphone while snowboarding, especially on the lift 🙂 I think it will also prove itself in other sports and in everyday life. Very good attachment system with clip and carabiner. At first, there were some doubts, but then came stress tests and pushing the limits 🙂 It got to the point where, while snowboarding, the smartphone was hanging outside the pocket on the elastic lanyard and the product did not fail! Brilliant idea and beautiful too. I recommend it! I fell in love! I can’t wait to test it in other situations. Paulina”

We invite you to view the reviews yourself—the best way is to see what users say about KOALA.

FAQ – frequently asked questions

Does KOALA 2.0 work without a phone case?
Yes. It was designed for use with or without a case.

Clamp or carabiner – which should I choose?
The clamp is more versatile, while the carabiner is faster for loops. Both are included in the set.

Can you take photos normally?
Yes, it is a camera-friendly solution, but it is always worth testing the frame on your own smartphone.

Is this a crossbody safety lanyard?
No. It is a tether system designed mainly to prevent drops.

Does KOALA 2.0 affect smartphone charging?
No. It does not use a tab at the charging port and therefore does not block charging access. In practice, however, this depends on the smartphone model and the case.

Summary

KOALA 2.0 is a smartphone safety lanyard without changing your phone case, designed for people who actively use their smartphone and do not want to risk dropping it when taking it out, taking photos, or filming.

If you are looking for a safety lanyard without changing your phone case, KOALA 2.0 is a solution designed specifically for active smartphone use.

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