These 8 MagSafe Cases Will Protect Your iPhone, According to Extensive Testing

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When it comes to protecting your iPhone against scratches, scuffs, and drops, you have hundreds of case options available. Whether you want a wallet case to stash your cash alongside your phone, an antimicrobial case, or just something super slim, there truly is a case for everyone. But now, there's something else to consider when you're case shopping — is it MagSafe-compatible?

If you're unfamiliar with MagSafe cases, the gist is this: The latest iPhones use an array of built-in magnets that allow compatible accessories to seamlessly snap onto the back of an iPhone. If you're using Apple's official MagSafe charger, you can even recharge your iPhone twice as fast as competing wireless chargers. The selection of MagSafe accessories continues to grow, including convenient stands, mounts, and wallets that easily snap to the back of your iPhone like magic. But if you want to make the most of these products, you'll need a MagSafe-compatible case. (Unless you keep your iPhone caseless, which we definitely don't think is worth the risk.)

MagSafe cases have built-in magnetic rings that are designed to boost charging speeds. Without that embedded ring, you may struggle to use MagSafe accessories and chargers with your iPhone.

The Best MagSafe Cases for iPhone

• Best Overall: OtterBox SYMMETRY SERIES+ MagSafe Case

• Best Budget Case: Smartish Grip Munk MagSafe Case

• Best for Drop-Prone Users: Rokform Rugged Series MagSafe Case

• Best Case for Carrying Cards: Nomad Modern Leather Folio MagSafe Case

• Best Clear Case: ZAGG Gear4 ZAGG Crystal Palace Snap MagSafe Case

• Best Leather Case: Apple iPhone Leather MagSafe Case

• Best Custom Case: CASETiFY Bounce MagSafe Case

• Best Wallet Case: Mujjo Full Leather MagSafe Wallet Case for iPhone

How We Selected the Best MagSafe Cases

For this guide, our two technology editors compared more than 50 different cases of all shapes and sizes that are compatible with the iPhone 12, 13, and 14 series of smartphones — all of which are equipped with Apple’s exclusive MagSafe tech which allows you to attach accessories to your iPhone.

Not only did we take into account the case manufacturer’s brand reputation and reviews (from both customers and other publications), but we also read Apple’s own guidelines for accessory designers and case developers to come up with criteria to help us determine what makes the perfect case for most people.

After calling in over two dozen cases for testing, we considered the following when comparing and evaluating the cases:

• Durability and Protection: Does the case protect the iPhone?

• Design: Does the case look nice without adding bulk or tarnishing the iPhone’s aesthetic?

• Grip: Is the case easy to grip or slippery?

• Ease of Use: Is the case easy to put on and remove?

• Cleanliness: Does the case pick up grime, scratch easily, or get greasy over time?

• Size: Is the case portable, thin, and lightweight?

Our two tech editors primarily tested the case in New York City and Columbus, Ohio, but we’ve carried and used the cases everywhere from a rainy hike in Asheville, a music festival in Austin, Texas, to sandy beaches in the Dominican Republic.

Whether you’re looking for a slim case with an extremely low profile to protect against scratches or you have the slipperiest butterfingers of all time and need something much for durable, we’ll help you sort through the thousands of cases out there to find a stylish but protective case that’s perfect for you.

We're constantly keeping our eyes peeled for the latest and greatest iPhone accessories and cases to separate the best from the rest. These are the best MagSafe cases that any iPhone owner should consider buying. This guide primarily features cases that are compatible with the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. A few are compatible with the smaller-sized iPhone 13 mini as well.

SYMMETRY SERIES+ MagSafe Case

The Symmetry series case from Otterbox walks that fine line between toughness and slimness to better protect your iPhone without making it feel like you're lugging a brick around. Not only that, it's one of the few cases treated with an antimicrobial coating, so it will protect you against many common bacteria. It includes a silver-based additive designed to block bacterial growth, as well.

Besides protecting against germs, the case will protect your smartphone from drops. It underwent the same military standard drop tests as pricier Otterbox cases and is backed by a lifetime warranty. It comes in more than 20 different colors and patterns to perfectly match your style preferences, and there's a clear variant if you want to show off your iPhone's backside. Since the case is made from 50% recycled plastic, you can also feel good about using it!

If you're looking for a slim, stylish, and grippy case that'll give your iPhone the protection it needs, you found your match!

Grip Munk MagSafe Case

This affordable case provides your precious iPhone with outstanding protection. It features a grippy exterior that helps prevent drops, too. I used the Grip Munk case regularly for 6 months and my favorite thing about it is its sine-wave-like edges that my fingers fit in between to help prevent me from dropping my iPhone.

In the event you do drop your phone, the case’s air-cushioned corners absorb and disperse shocks away from the phone to prevent cracked screens. They're basically teeny tiny airbags for your smartphone.

If the grape jelly purple color isn't your jam, Smartish offers the case in a floral and galaxy pattern, along with solid colors like black and navy blue or there's a clear option.

The Gripmunk is available in variants for the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, and iPhone 14 Plus.

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Gear4 ZAGG Crystal Palace Snap MagSafe Case

For those looking for a case to let the natural beauty of their iPhone shine through, the Crystal Palance Snap case won't disappoint. Despite its super slim design, this transparent option doesn't skimp on drop protection. In fact, it's rated to withstand drops up to 13 feet.

During my tests, I appreciated that the case had a textured grip on its sides, which made it easier to hold and prevented it from sliding around – even when my hands were sweaty. I like that it has an antimicrobial coating to keep germs at bay and found that ZAGG's clear cases don't yellow as quickly as other clear cases I've tested.

Like our best overall pick, the SYMMETRY SERIES+ MagSafe Case, the Gear 4 Crystal Palance is made from 50% post-consumer recycled plastics. Better yet, ZAGG plants a tree for every case sold.

iPhone Leather MagSafe Case

Apple's own leather MagSafe case for the iPhone is one of the best you can buy. The ultra-thin accessory provides is stylish and sturdy in equal measure. I found that it provides excellent protection against scratches and drops, plus it feels great to hold.

It offers a snug fit for the iPhone 14 and is equipped with a magnet that'll perfectly align with your smartphone's MagSafe array so you can achieve the fastest wireless charging speeds.

Apple's leather case feels more solid and expensive than its competitor's cases. I like that the case has metallic button covers and a microfiber lining to protect against accidental scratches on your device's backside. You can order the accessory in black, forest green, ink, orange, and umber.

Bounce MagSafe Case

CASETiFY cases offer practically an endless amount of customization options. Buyers can choose from multiple bumper colors, add engraving, and select from various case styles that are made from mostly recycled plastics.

The brand's latest case — dubbed the Bounce — is CASETiFY's most durable one yet. It's designed to withstand drops from all angles and falls from up to 21 feet. The cases' corners were inspired by the designs of suspension bridges. They have inner air cavities that bounce back in if you drop your device, making this an excellent buy for cyclists, runners, or just anybody who drops their phone frequently.

The Bounce case definitely doesn't run cheap, but it's incredibly comfortable to hold in your hand, offers incredible drop protection prowess, and is available in countless designs that will suit any person's unique design taste.

Rugged Series MagSafe Ccse

After dropping $1,000+ for your iPhone, reliable protection is an absolute must, but a number of ultra-durable cases are annoyingly bulky and heavy. Fortunately, the Rokform Rugged Series case doesn't add too much additional bulk to your sleek iPhone. Better yet, it does more than just keep your iPhone protected against drops.

The case features a built-in twist lock system that pairs with useful accessories like a stand, and mounts that can be affixed to your dashboard or a motorcycle or bike.

Not only was I blown away at how durable and premium the case felt, but I was also most impressed by its built-in magnets. Rokform says this MagSafe case is 4x stronger than competing MagSafe cases. So, if your commute has lots of bumps, you can be confident the case will stay attached to a wireless car charger.

Overall, the Roform rugged is hands-down the best durable case worth buying. It's one of the few options that exceeds military grade drop tests and provides full 360-degree protection for your iPhone.

Full Leather MagSafe Wallet Case for iPhone

If you don't want to carry around a thick folio case and only need your ID and a credit card, you've probably realized there are very few MagSafe wallets available for purchase. That's because magnets and credit cards do not get along.

Prolonged exposure to magnets can ruin a card's magnet strip and render it useless. So, most case manufacturers opted not to create MagSafe wallet cases.

The Mujjo case is the only MagSafe wallet case worth buying. It still has the required magnetic array on the case's backside needed to attach your iPhone to stands and other mounts. Plus, it lets you wirelessly charge your iPhone just as long as you remove the credit cards from the slot.

Other MagSafe wallet cases we tested weren't able to align with the MagSafe charging puck due to the additional thickness the wallet adds to the back of your phone, but the Mujjo case charged without issue. Plus, it's stylish, slim, and ages with a nice patina over time.

Modern Leather Folio MagSafe Case

The Nomad leather folio is our top iPhone wallet because it has an incredibly thin profile, an exceptional fit, and a luxurious Horween leather finish.

Its inner pockets have enough space for up to three cards, plus some cash. The exterior of the case is built from high-grade polycarbonate with a raised bumper to keep your iPhone in one piece in case you drop it. Its interior also has a soft lining to prevent scratches, and its exterior develops a beautiful patina as it ages.

The case is available in brown and black leather and of course, it's fully compatible with MagSafe accessories and wireless charging — a rarity among wallet cases.

What to Consider When Buying a MagSafe Case

Chances are, if you’re shopping for a MagSafe case for yourself or to gift to a loved one you’re looking for something to protect one of your most frequently used possessions. Before you tap add to cart for a new case there are a few key factors to keep in mind first, however.

Compatibility

Most importantly, you should ensure that the case will properly fit your iPhone so that you’re able to access its volume buttons, mute switch, and charging port easily without being hindered. So double-check what model iPhone you have so you can be confident it will fit correctly.

We also recommend zooming into product photos to double-check that the case you’re shopping for has the MagSafe Case Magnet Array inside, that way you know it’ll work with your MagSafe accessories. Don’t worry, every product recommendation in this buying guide has one!

Materials

Most iPhone cases are made from hard plastic…or more specifically: thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and polycarbonate (PC). The latter is rigid and hard, while TPU is slightly softer and more flexible. Besides that, you can find silicone cases that are grippier and more light in weight, rubber cases, which provide extra shock absorption and grip, and leather cases that look and feel more luxurious. Even though you may think a metal case will better protect your iPhone we recommend this material the least since it can impair the performance of your smartphone’s antennas it uses for GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC.

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