If you’ve got an Apple iPhone, you love your Apple iPhone. No matter the generation or model that’s in your palm, it’s impossible not to. They can do everything you need, and more besides. Unfortunately, while they're taking care of all your needs, wants and desires, they aren’t all that adept at protecting themselves. That’s why you need to step up and purchase your beloved iPhone some much-deserved armour – it’s a bumpy and scratchy world out there, after all.
It’s not as simple as just popping online and picking the first case you come across. There are a lot of sub-par cases out there making claims that simply aren’t true, in the hope of splitting you from your hard-earned cash (for example, there’s one proclaiming to be 100% waterproof, even though the case has no screen protection and slots for the Lightning Cable.
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To make sure you don’t pick up a dud we’ve taken a trip around the internet to find out what’s on offer. We’ve brought back with us the best cases for your Apple iPhone. There are cases for the iPhone 7, 8 and SE 2020, the iPhone X and iPhone 11 ranges, and even the new kids on the block, the iPhone 12 mini, 12, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max.
We’ve selected cases from the official Apple range, third-party protection specialists, fashion icons and design classics. There are sustainable, plant-based cases, vegan-friendly leathers, through to Maglock-ready options and monogrammed statement cases. Whatever you need, there’s something here for you.
The best iPhone cases at a glance:
iPhone 8 - Spigen Tough Armour Case
iPhone 7/8/SE 2020 - Jasbon Liquid Silicone Phone Case
iPhone 7/8/SE 2020 - Official Apple Silicone Case
iPhone SE 2020 - Mous Protective Case
iPhone SE 2020 - Loam & Lore Sustainable Case
iPhone XR/XS - JETech Simple TPU Case
All iPhone Models - Casetify Vegan Leather Case Monogrammed
iPhone 11 Pro - Apple Leather Case
iPhone 11 Pro - Pela Biodegradable Case
iPhone 12 Range - OtterBox Symmetry Series
iPhone 12/12 Pro - Apple Clear Case with Magsafe
iPhone 12 Pro Max - Pela Biodegradable Phone Case
iPhone 12 Pro Max - Nudient Thin Case V3
The best iPhones cases:
1 of 13iPhone 8 - Spigen Tough Armour Case
Spigen has considerable experience making rugged, low-profile phone cases. Here, a combination of rigid and flexible plastics work with subtle corner reinforcements and air protect your iPhone 8. There's also a foldable stand for steaming.
2 of 13iPhone 7/8/SE 2020 - Jasbon Liquid Silicone Phone Case
Appealing in colour, price and protection, this case from Jason uses silicone to help prevent from bash and drop damage. It's got all the you could need to protect your iPhone 7, 8 or SE 2020.
3 of 13iPhone 7/8/SE 2020 - Official Apple Silicone Case
The official Apple case for the iPhone 7, 8 and SE 2020 has a lovely, simple design and feels great in-hand. It's a little more expensive than some other options, but it certainly makes a refined and elegant statement. It's available in Black and Pink Sand.
4 of 13iPhone SE 2020 - Mous Protective Case
Mous is renowned for creating fashionable cases with considerable device protection. This particular option is from the brands Limitless 2.0 range, which uses AiroShock to protect and real, natural materials to look great. Available with wood and leather finishes.
5 of 13iPhone SE 2020 - Loam & Lore Sustainable Case
Hitting top marks for eco-credentials and running away with some style points, this SE case - which also works with iPhone 7/8 - is one of our favourites. It's protective and made from only natural and sustainable plant-based materials. It's so clean that once you've done with it, you can throw it in the composter (seriously).
6 of 13iPhone XR/XS - JETech Simple TPU Case
7 of 13All iPhone Models - Casetify Vegan Leather Case Monogrammed
Casetify's personalised case helps you make a grand statement with your iPhone. The monogram can come in a range of patterns and fonts, on a range of coloured leathers (that's vegan imitation leather, so it's also biodegradable). It does have it all. Check out Casetify's site for even more cases for every smartphone going.
8 of 13iPhone 11 Pro - Apple Leather Case
Sophisticated and effective, this finely crafted leather-wrapped case protects our device while managing to look sophisticated and refined. Available in Saddle Brown, Black and Midnight Blue.
9 of 13iPhone 11 Pro - Pela Biodegradable Case
This option for the iPhone 11 Pro from Pela is a brilliant sustainable case, with good all-around protections and stunning design. It's compostable and comes in several colours including yellow, green, ocean turtle and seashell.
10 of 13iPhone 12 Range - OtterBox Symmetry Series
If there's a brand out there that knows how to protect a device, its OtterBox. This slimline case is a distillation of the company's knowledge, brining peak level protection without adding unnecessary bulk or destroying the aesthetic of the iPhone 12 range. Available for the Mini, 12, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max.
11 of 13iPhone 12/12 Pro - Apple Clear Case with Magsafe
Thin and lightweight, the official Apple Clear Case offers transparent protection, allowing you to show off the iPhone's style while defending against bashes and scratches. The case has been designed to work flawlessly with the new Apple MagSafe charging feature.
12 of 13iPhone 12 Pro Max - Pela Biodegradable Phone Case
Yes, Pela is making a second appearance on this list because they are just that good. In line with the brand's sustainable ethos, this case is made for the iPhone Pro 12 Max (6.7-inch screen) using all-natural plant-based materials and is compostable at the end of its life. Available in a range of colours.
13 of 13iPhone 12 Pro Max - Nudient Thin Case V3
Nudient, along with Swedish designer Jesper Ståhl, has created a case that's minimalism at its best. The thin and smooth design belies a strong construction with additional protection afforded to your iPhone. It's compatible with the MagSafe charger, and there's also a series of magnets in the case that allow for certain Nudient accessories to be attached or removed as needed.