The sides are smooth but still provide some grip as well

Pros:-protection with almost no added bulk-good grip but doesn't stick in my pocket-full access to ports no matter what charger/

Excellent case, it gives me a decent grip and the most I love that my phone looks more beautiful than with other cases I bought since its design does not cover the entire front of phone, but it's also reised so the front phone will not touch the surface when laid face down