17 Finest iPhone 17 Cases and Accessories (2025)

Other Screen Protectors I’ve Tested

ESR Armorite Pro display screen protector.

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ESR Armorite Screen Protector and Privacy Protector for $20: This pack is healthier worth than Smartish’s display screen protectors, since you get three tempered glass sheets as a substitute of two. All the mandatory tools is right here, from an utility device to moist wipes. While it makes use of a pull-tab, I discovered Smartish’s and Dbrand’s techniques simpler to make use of total. I additionally tried ESR’s Privacy Protector, which was efficient at blocking the display screen when seen from the left or proper. I did not see a serious impression on sharpness or coloration accuracy. I examined ESR’s Armorite Pro ($36) with tempered glass made by Corning, the corporate that makes a lot of the glass discovered on smartphones. The edge feels a tiny bit sharp, however it was in any other case straightforward to use and appears nice.

OtterBox Glass Screen Protector for $40: OtterBox is now utilizing a pull-tab system for set up, and the method was very straightforward, although I did find yourself with extra air bubbles than my high picks. It comes with a microfiber, moist wipe, and dust-removal stickers, however you solely get one aluminosilicate display screen protector.

Nomad ProShield Glass for $39: Here’s one other aluminosilicate display screen protector made by Corning, the corporate that makes the glass on most smartphones. Instead of a pull-tab, you set the telephone within the utility device, then shut the device like a ebook and push down as glass sticks to glass. It labored surprisingly nicely, with just some air bubbles. I nonetheless really feel like the sides of the protector are slightly sharper than I’d like, in comparison with the Dbrand and Smartish. It additionally solely comes with one.

Zagg XTR5 Screen Protector for $60: Zagg is basically going after the blue-light crowd. If you suppose reducing as a lot blue mild out of your smartphone will provide help to sleep higher or is likely to be simpler on the eyes, by all means, strive the XTR5. It could offer you peace of thoughts. But research are nonetheless combined on the efficacy of this, although Zagg claims this model particularly cuts out the wavelengths that impression sleep and eye consolation. The glass feels clean and is thick. It annoyingly would not cowl your complete display screen, however the edges do not feel sharp. Installation was straightforward with the pull-tab system (a primary for Zagg), and the corporate says this tempered glass is fortified with graphene for additional sturdiness; it is exhausting to say simply how a lot it helps. It’s price noting that I did discover an impression on coloration accuracy. Compared with one other iPhone, the XTR5 delivered a cooler tone to the iPhone display screen.

Astropad Fresh Coat Anti-Reflective Screen Protector for $35: Apple already added an anti-reflective coating to the entire new iPhones, however this Astropad display screen protector can take that even additional. Installation was straightforward with the pull-tab utility system, although I acquired much more air bubbles with it than with any of the opposite pull-tab installations. It truly does work and cuts glare. I in contrast it with one other iPhone that did not have a display screen protector, and seen glare was much less pronounced with the Astropad. There’s no actual loss in coloration accuracy or sharpness. I in contrast pictures on the 2 telephones, they usually regarded just about equivalent. I have never discovered a lot cause to complain about glare on the iPhone 17 display screen, but when one thing like that has bothered you earlier than, the Fresh Coat is likely to be up your alley.

Rhinoshield Impact Protector Pro (Transparent) for $36: This versatile display screen protector was straightforward to use, although I’m a bit miffed that Rhinoshield did not embrace a moist wipe (only a microfiber and dust-removal stickers). It nonetheless left air bubbles, however the squeegee was in a position to eliminate them. The edges are slightly sharp, which is not an issue on my high picks. This is not as a lot of a difficulty when paired with a case. The firm claims it restricts blue mild, however take this with a grain of salt. Studies have proven combined outcomes that reducing blue mild from a smartphone will provide help to sleep higher.

UAG Glass Shield Screen Protector for $40: This tempered glass display screen protector is out there for the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. But the appliance device is slightly too fundamental. It permits for some room for error, at the least, greater than my high picks, and it additionally gave me loads of air bubbles. The glass is fairly thick, which feels protecting, however you can even really feel the sharp edges operating alongside the aspect.

Other Great Cases

I’ve examined greater than 50 circumstances for the iPhone 17 lineup. Not all of them deserve a high spot above, however many are nonetheless nice and are available enjoyable designs and types. Check ’em out.

Alto Wood Case.

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Alto Wood Case for $41: I really like a very good wooden case, however I’ve some combined emotions about these circumstances from Alto. You can get customized laser-carved prints, like from its Wildlife or Flora sequence; you’ll be able to even add your individual picture. But these look slightly cheesy to me. Why cover that beautiful wooden? You can select from a variety of wooden types, from olive wooden to cherry. I’d in all probability seize one thing from the corporate’s Burl & Exotic Series. The case itself is OK. The rubber bumper across the edges is grippy, however feels slightly low-cost. The energy button is stable, and there is a cutout for the Camera Control button, however the quantity rocker feels a tiny bit mushy.

Beats Rugged Case for $79: This case is the other of the Beats Kickstand case that I listed within the keep away from part under. Where that case was tremendous slippery, this one provides a significantly better grip. The buttons are clicky, the show and cameras are protected, and it seems very fairly. It’s not the grippiest case I’ve tried, neither is it probably the most rugged, regardless of its identify. I want the Camera Control button design on the Nomad Rugged Case, which has a thicker bumper. It’s accessible for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.

BodyGuardz Performance Pro and Pulse Cases for $50+: BodyGuardz’s Pulse case is a superb case that is available in a enjoyable matcha coloration and features a wrist strap. The Camera Control button is properly elevated. Look alongside the aspect edges and you will see vents—that is to assist disperse warmth, together with the assistance of cooling gel on the inside lining. I’ve tried testing this prior to now and have not seen a lot of a distinction in gaming efficiency on the telephone. The directional speaker is one thing that does truly work. Basically, the case directs the audio from the rear audio system in the direction of you rather than downward, and you’ll marginally hear the distinction. The Performance Pro takes it to the max with bigger vents, and it provides a kickstand. I simply don’t love how the case feels once you maintain it.

Burton Goods Heritage Leather Case.

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Burton Goods Heritage Leather Case for $79+: Burton Goods is from the creator of Pad & Quill, which shut down in 2023 attributable to chapter. The firm was recognized for its stylish leather-based circumstances, and that has continued with the brand new model. The Heritage will make you are feeling such as you’re sitting on a comfy armchair close to a hearth in an outdated English examine. The full-grain leather-based feels supple (and smells nice), and the stitching offers it much more character. There’s MagSafe baked in, a microfiber inside, and all of the buttons are responsive. The edges are raised nicely across the show and Camera Plateau, too. You can pair it with the Heritage MagSafe Wallet Stand, which is a magnetic pockets with a kickstand. I used to be in a position to match about three bank cards, although the highest cowl flap makes it slightly exhausting to take away the playing cards.

Rhinoshield SolidX and Clear Cases for $38+: I’ve no qualms with both of those Rhinoshield circumstances. The SolidX is strong, thick, and protecting, with clicky buttons and MagSafe. The Clear case has extraordinarily clicky buttons that stick out fairly a bit, and it feels very sturdy. There’s simply not a lot else to them, aside from the truth that the corporate makes use of a proprietary materials known as Mono. It’s 100% recycled and is actually a single compound, making recyclability simpler.

OtterBox Symmetry Series circumstances.

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OtterBox Symmetry Series Case for $60: OtterBox’s Symmetry sequence is its most enjoyable lineup as a result of there are often a number of nifty designs to select from. Case in level, have a look at this adorable cactus embroidered case! It’s a enjoyable texture to have on the again of your telephone, and it is tremendous cute. This model is definitely comprised of cactus leather-based, however different Symmetry circumstances are commonplace plastic. I do not suppose the fundamental Symmetry circumstances are well worth the $60 worth, however the embroidered variations are price contemplating. While these have MagSafe baked in, the embroidery does weaken the magnetic connection. It nonetheless charged my iPhone, however I would not belief it on a MagSafe automobile dock.

OtterBox Commuter Series Case for $50: OtterBox’s Commuter case is easy and inoffensive. You have a number of muted colours to select from, and the dual-layer design has a rubber slipcover surrounded by a more durable plastic shell. I just like the rubber edges as they assist with grip, too. It checks off all of the bins—even the USB-C port is roofed up—however it’s simply not very thrilling.

OtterBox Sole Series Case.

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OtterBox Sole Series Case for $70: I truly actually like the feel and appear of this case. The ridged edges are grippy, and the netting-like cloth texture on the again is so satisfying to run my fingers over. It’s type of like sandpaper, however in a great way. The cameras and show are protected, and the buttons are clicky. However, I’m very confused by the included lanyard loop. It’s manner too tiny to placed on even the smallest wrists. I think you are meant to affix it to a carabiner or backpack as a substitute. If that is your jam, you will like this. If not, the lanyard is detachable, and you should purchase one other one designed for wrists.

Mous Super Thin Aramid Fibre Case for $70: Several corporations now make aramid fiber ultra-thin circumstances, and actually, you’ll be able to’t go mistaken with most of them. I want the refined texture of Pitaka’s case (see above), however Mous’ Super Thin is a detailed second, and it even comes in a clear option with MagSafe. I very very similar to the raised safety for the digital camera, although the Camera Control button is uncovered, and there is much less safety on the highest and backside, not like Pitaka’s case. As all the time, this sturdy case is extraordinarily skinny and isn’t going to supply the perfect safety, particularly for the display screen, however it’ll cowl the standard put on and tear. Pair it with a display screen protector.

Thinborne Super Thin Aramid Fiber Case for $70: It’s tremendous skinny just like the Pitaka and Mous aramid fiber circumstances, with baked-in MagSafe, however I like Pitaka’s designs higher. All of the buttons are uncovered right here, together with the Camera Control. Thinborne features a display screen protector, however you need to freehand the set up because it would not include an utility device.

Zagg iPhone 17 Cases for $50+: I’ve tried all of Zagg’s circumstances, they usually’re all stable, although I want the Sedona (see above) probably the most. Here are some ideas on the lineup. The Crystal Palace Snap With Stand has the identical nice kickstand because the Sedona, in addition to an precise button for Camera Control, however this case is evident. It’s an effective way to indicate off your iPhone’s coloration, although it smudges simply. The Manhattan Snap ditches the kickstand and is silicone, however I discovered it attracts an excessive amount of mud and lint; it is very comfortable, although. The Milan Snap has a enjoyable iridescent coloration, and the Santa Cruz Snap With Stand has a hanging, colourful bumper that is grippy, however the Camera Control button is a cutout. The Luxe Snap is likely to be my favourite of the lot when it comes to design, with a enjoyable texture on the again and grooved edges, however there is no kickstand. Finally, the Rainier Case With Kickstand is the most recent in Zagg’s lineup, and if you would like sturdy safety, this one will fulfill. It’s a two-shell case with a tough and thick bumper, and severely raised edges for optimum display screen safety with extra-thick corners. Even the USB-C port is roofed up. You get the identical nice kickstand, however the buttons are a bit mushy.

ESR Clear, Soft, and Tough Magnetic Case for $30: ESR has three variations of this case, every in a special materials. The Soft employs a soft-touch silicone, and it is fairly good, with clicky buttons and a devoted Camera Control button. The Clear is, nicely, clear, and the Tough makes use of a tough plastic shell. None of them notably excites me, however what makes them distinctive is the built-in kickstand that surrounds the digital camera module. It’s a neat concept, however you’ll be able to solely prop these telephones up in panorama orientation. Technically, you’ll be able to put them upright in portrait mode, however the telephone must be the wrong way up. Either manner, the Zagg suggestion above is a significantly better kickstand case.

Smartish circumstances.

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Smartish Gripzilla, Gripmunk, and Wallet Slayer Vol. 2 Cases for $20+: These circumstances are good and reasonably priced. The Gripzilla has textured edges that make for a pleasant grip, although it is nowhere close to as grippy as Dbrand’s Grip case that I like to recommend above. The Gripmunk has some ridges to assist with grip, and the Wallet Slayer Vol. 2 permits you to stuff a number of bank cards on the again. However, the pockets interferes with MagSafe and has no magnets inside, so it cuts you off from wi-fi charging. It additionally makes the case very thick. They’re all stable circumstances for the cash, and you must shop directly from Smartish because it has some unique designs on its retailer.

Matter HT Snap Cases for $60: Formerly referred to as Atom Studios, these “Snap” circumstances aren’t truly circumstances. They’re only a backing you’ll be able to magnetically keep on with your telephone to guard the rear glass. The firm provides them in a transparent, wooden fiber, or agave materials. They all look good and really feel nice, particularly the Clear model for the iPhone Air. However, I do not see the purpose of those. They do not cowl the sides in any respect, which is the place you will most probably see scuffs and scratches after a drop. I’d a lot moderately go for an ultra-thin case that wraps the sides of a telephone, or one thing just like the Arc Pulse.

UAG Pathfinder.

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UAG Cases for $45+: I’ve examined the complete suite of UAG’s circumstances, from the Plyo and the Monarch Pro to the Metropolis LT and Plasma XTE. If I needed to decide one, I’d purchase the Pathfinder ($60). I really like the brilliant yellow coloration, and the design is daring, however it works. It makes me really feel tactical, like I’m about to scale and infiltrate a constructing. The drawback with all of UAG’s circumstances is that they are costly, and none of them characteristic a devoted button for Camera Control; it is all a cutout. (I’ve simply come to actually want having an precise button on the case!) I additionally like the UAG Dot ($45) and its enjoyable translucent case.

Avoid These Cases

Beats Kickstand Case for $59: This case is out there for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, however not the iPhone Air. I really feel unhealthy not recommending it as a result of it is cute, particularly in pink, and the kickstand is tremendous artistic. Instead of embedding a kickstand into the case, the included lanyard has a pill-shaped kickstand that pops out. Place it on one of many longer edges of the iPhone, and voila, kickstand! The drawback is that it would not work in any respect in portrait orientation, so it is restricted as a kickstand case. Also, the polycarbonate case is shockingly slippery. I do not suppose I’ve ever used a case extra slippery. I used to be so stunned I confirmed my spouse, and she or he instantly mentioned, “Yeah, no, I don’t like that.” I assume that is why a lanyard is included.

Mujjo Full Leather Wallet Case for $69: I like Mujjo’s leather-based circumstances, however I do not actually like those with a pockets sleeve embedded into the case itself. Firstly, the sleeve barely suits my card correctly, not to mention three, like the corporate claims. It’s additionally actually exhausting to take the playing cards out. While Mujjo has built-in magnets within the case, the magnetic connection is pretty weak as a result of the sleeve interrupts it. Not to say the truth that you need to take away your playing cards to truly use MagSafe. It simply appears counterintuitive. Just get a MagSafe pockets at that time.

OtterBox Defender Series Pro XT Case for $80: I’m so used to OtterBox’s Defender sequence having stable colours that the clear design right here threw me off. I do not hate it, however it does present smudges simply. While I often select this case as probably the most protecting attributable to its dual-layer design (a polycarbonate body sits on high and a rubber slipcover rests beneath), I bumped into an issue. The Camera Control button is manner too responsive. It’s really easy to press that I saved launching the digital camera each time I picked up the iPhone. My grip alone would find yourself pushing the button. I’ve tried putting in and reinstalling this case a number of instances to ensure the match was proper, however the issue nonetheless retains occurring. Bah.

Smartish Wallet Slayer Vol. 1 for $30: This is an odd case. The pockets sleeve on the again is basically tight, and I had hassle stuffing two playing cards in. Taking them out is not straightforward both as a result of they get caught on the sting. Smartish additionally advertises a kickstand, however there isn’t a kickstand on the case. Instead, you are supposed to make use of your individual bank card because the kickstand, which is just a bit bizarre.

UAG Trooper Case for $65: Cases are so good lately, which is why it irks me when there’s an apparent flaw in a design. UAG’s Trooper is a rugged, powerful case that may be very cumbersome. Yet as a substitute of including a button for Camera Control, the corporate saved a cutout. But when the sting is so thick, it is genuinely exhausting to press this button, even when the again edge is sloped in. (Could be my fats fingers.) The quantity rocker and Action Button are additionally exhausting to press.