Is ipod touch 5 screen scratch resistance?

It has fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating, but nothing to prevent scratches. I strongly recommend purchasing a screen protector. "Invisable SHIELD" screen covers do a nice job. However I have come across some generic brands that do well also. It's your call.

I have had my iPad for over two years and have no scratches. I do not use a screen protector. With moderate care it does not get scratched.

I can believe that, but an iPod is more likely to suffer more abuse due to it's small size. Users will take an iPod more places and store it in pockets, purses, drawers, glove boxes...etc

I babied my iPod touches (had 4) and they still got mysterious scratches on the screen.

The iPod will get scratches on the front or back. It happens and its life. The best thing is get a screen protector. Better to buy a $10 screen protecter than have a scratched up iPod.

Apple's new screen is very scratch resistant.

Search up "iPod Touch 5th generation vs. Knife" on Youtube.

You will see that even scratching and grinding the new Touch with a sharpened pocketknife makes no scratch to the screen. Whatever material Apple is using is very durable and even stronger than Gorilla Glass.

However, I own one and I still added a screen protector because I'm OCD about fingerprints. I would NOT recommend the ones by Zagg called Invisible Shield as although they are strong, they easily peel off and are very troublesome. You often will have to put it back on. Plus, for the $25 price of one, I could over 18 screen protectors from equally good brands such as Halo or TechArmor. I'm currently using a clear TechArmor screen protector and it's very good - easily applied, bubble-free and got it on in one try. It even comes with a little plastic card thing that helps you smooth it out.

That's my two cents. Hope it helps!

Thanks for the screen protector brand suggestions!