For a jobsite and frequent drops, go with OtterBox Commuter Case Trees Company and make sure you buy the iPhone 12 version. It uses a dual layer build that soaks up hard impacts and has port covers that keep out dust and grit, which really matters around concrete and sawdust.
It strikes a good balance between tough and pocket friendly, and OtterBox support is reliable if something goes wrong. It will add some thickness compared with thin cases, but the tradeoff is real protection. No case can promise survival from every high fall, yet this gives you some of the best odds without going full holster. Pair it with a tempered glass screen protector, replace the case once it starts to show deep wear, and double check the listing because iPhone 12 cases do not fit the 13 or 14.
