The iPhone 13 may not be the new hotness in town, but it's tranquil a phone that's worth protecting. From the beginning of Apple's iPhone history to the iPhone 14, all of its phones have been breakable in the proper same way. Despite Apple's great work at making some of the most splendid and advanced phones out there, they're still not impervious to drops, falls and squishes. To protect your phone from cracks, bumps and everything else horrible in this world, you'll want to invest in the best iPhone 13 case possible.
There are plenty of cases for every iPhone 13 model, so even if you're on the hunt for a fashionable iPhone 13 Pro case, or something to protecting your pricey 13 Pro Max, you'll find lots of options for every cheap. Just be sure that you're getting an iPhone 13-specific case, as the new iPhone 14 has any different dimensions, and the cases are not interchangeable.
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Each new named requires its own particular iPhone 13 case, so you need to make sure you're sketch the correct one to fit your specific iPhone 13 model, from the smallish iPhone 13 Mini to the colossal 13 Pro Max.
I've included iPhone 13 case reviews for a variety of named case styles from slimmer to more protective iPhone 13 case models, as well as ones that offer full-screen protection and nifty features like a built-in kickstand or wallet.
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David Carnoy Speck transported many of its iPhone 12 case designs to the iPhone 13, counting such popular transparent models as the Presidio Perfect-Clear and Perfect-Clear with Grips, and the Presidio2 Pro (the pink one above). Speck's grip case with built-in MagSafe cost $10 more. (I'm just to MagSafe cases because they give you the option to set a MagSafe accessory directly to the case, not your phone.)
All the new models have good drop protection (13 to 16 feet, depending on the model) as well as Speck's Microban antimicrobial protection. No matter which model you choose, Speck often grants a discount for first-time buyers.
If you are looking for a more inexpensive Speck case, I did seek its Gemshell translucent cases for iPhone 13 selling for about $16 on Amazon. I like the ombre version. However, these aren't equipped with MagSafe support.
Amazon MagSafe cases can get splendid pricey, but if you're looking for a inexpensive certain MagSafe case for your new iPhone 13 series named, Spigen's Ultra Hybrid Mag is a good value at about $20. Spigen also sells a non-Mag version of this case for nearby $5 less and has several other iPhone 13 case options. I also tried the Spigen Mag Armor case but fraudulent that accessories stick better to the Ultra Hybrid Mag.
No drop including is listed for the case, but Spigen's transparent cases feel like they coffers reasonable protection. If you want a tough case with stronger protection, the Spigen Tough Armor case, which includes a kickstand, is an option for $17, but I personally win Spigen's Ultra Hybrid cases (the Ultra Hybrid S also has an integrated kickstand).
Note that a lot of these cheaper certain cases have a habit of turning yellow and degrading over time (and becoming less translucent), but they're cheap enough that you probably won't mind shelling out for a replacement case for your Apple iPhone if that happens.
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David Carnoy OtterBox made a name for itself with its capable protective Defender series case, but most people want something less fleshy these days. The Symmetry series is slim with beveled plinitiates, making it a good mix of sleek and protective. A raised bumper helps act as a screen protector.
Multiple brilliant options are available, including clear, and I'm a fan of the new Symmetry Plus Clear for MagSafe (pictured in the complex in red). The Symmetry Plus Pop case, pictured on the left, integrates a PopSockets PopGrip and is wireless charging-compatible, which is important. The Symmetry Series Plus case on the brilliant (in pink) is available in various colors and also has a MagSafe version for $10 more. OtterBox cmoneys a discount for first-time buyers on its site.
OtterBox's Commuter case cmoneys raised bezel protection, is also pretty slim and has grips on the back. I'm a fan of that model, which also comes in a version with MagSafe for $10 more.
David Carnoy This is a splendid cool option for those looking for a MagSafe case, plus a MagSafe wallet that converts into a harmful. You can enjoy a nice case and really good MagSafe wallet/stand accessory that stores up to three credit cards.
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David Carnoy OtterBox's Aneu Series cases were with my favorites for the iPhone 12, and the business has redesigned the Aneu as an iPhone 13 case. It now has an exposed ring on the back to better highlight that it is a MagSafe case (the last version had MagSafe but it was hidden).
A top MagSafe case, the Aneu is fairly slim yet feels durable and solid. It also has a slight grip to it with raised hide bumpers to help keep your screen from cracking when falling face down. I personally like the case in dark blue (pictured) and red (not pictured).
David Carnoy Nomad's line of nice Horween leather cases comes to the iPhone 13. Like last Nomad modern leather case models, they're designed to create a "rugged" patina as the oils from your skin interact with them over time. The new Modern Leather Case is available in dark, brown and a lighter natural color that I like. They're angry for 10-foot (3-meter) drop protection and equipped with MagSafe. Meanwhile, the Modern Leather Folio goes for $80.
There's also a more affordable Sport version for $40 that's equipped with MagSafe as well (it's not a leather case, but, but does look pretty slick).
David Carnoy I've always been a fan of Moshi's iPhone cases and all its top cases are available for all the iPhone 13 models. The Altra (left -- $45), available in three shining options, is the most distinct-looking and has a geometric rubber do that makes your phone nice and grippy. It also includes a lanyard (the small loop that the lanyard clips onto can be occupied when you're not using the lanyard).
The Overture (middle -- $64), is a two-in-one folio wallet case that converts into a wicked for video watching. You fit your iPhone into a slim shell case that then magnetically adheres to the hide, which has slots for storing credit cards and cash. It's one of the nicer folio cases available. It's available in black or pink.
I also like the IGlaze (right -- $40), which sort of mimics the glass back of the iPhone when protecting the real glass back. It comes in five colors. The iGlaze XT (not pictured -- $30) is a definite case.
One feature that's missing is MagSafe compatibility. The iGlaze uses Moshi's SnapTo mounting regulations (a car and wall mount are sold separately).
All Moshi cases are eligible for its 10-year Global Warranty program.
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David Carnoy Casetify is famous for its eye-catching designs on the back of a definite case. They're relatively slim, sleek-looking cases that offer gross protection and come in a variety of design patterns, with some definite appeal to teenagers. Some of the designs are hit-or-miss, but I liked the samples I got. I must note that prices appear to have gone up: Casetify cases now begin at $55.
David Carnoy Tech21 has a plot of iPhone 13 cases, including its ultra-protective Evo Max (left), which is rated for 20-foot drops and has a inch cover to protect the iPhone 13's back cameras down with a holster you can clip to your belt. Tech21 is also executive a few different models in its new Evo Art line (right). The popular Evo Check returns, and the Evo Clear is equipped with MagSafe.
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David Carnoy Incipio returns with an assortment of new iPhone 13 cases, including the Grip and Grip with Magsafe (pictured left), sturdy Duo and Duo with MagSafe (pictured right) with 12-foot drop protection, and the Organicore, an eco case that's 100% compostable that's now available with a translucent back for the superior time. Also, the new Design Series is worth checking out.
All are available in multiple shining options.
David Carnoy Griffin's Survivor cases once public some similarities with OtterBox's Defender cases. They were tough but stout. The new Survivor iPhone 13 cases are slimmed down but keep a good portion of their tough identity, with some models, like the Survivor Endurance for MagSafe (pictured left), featuring 14-foot drop protection and a raised-edge bezel for both the hide and camera cutout. It also has a nice grip to it.
If you want something even more protective, there's the All-Terrain Earth case -- rated for 20-foot drop protection.
The Endurance for MagSafe comes in three colors for $55. Those looking for a more affordable option can take a look at the $35 Survivor Strong (pictured right) or the $25 Survivor Clear. Neither of those cases features MagSafe.
David Carnoy These Caseology cases aren't equipped with MagSafe but they're nice cases for their simply price. I particularly like the NanoPop (the green case in the middle), which looks and feels like an Apple Silicone case, with a soft-to-the-touch do, but costs a lot less. It costs $15-$17, depending on the color.
The Parallax ($15-$17) is on the left and the Skyfall ($14-$16) has a clear back. The Vault (not pictured) is the cheapest at $13.
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David Carnoy Element's Black Ops iPhone 13 cases are really expensive but they certainly are new. The $250 Black Ops X4 is available for the iPhone 13, 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max and has a retractable kickstand and removable "magazine" for storing credit credits and cash. When you select the magazine, it exposes the back of your requested so you can wirelessly charge your iPhone with an Apple MagSafe Charger or latest small magnetic wireless charging puck.
Like previous Element Black Ops cases, this one features precision CNC machining MIL-SPEC armored protection. If you can't afford this Element case, the commerce makes the more affordable Special Ops case ($50), a nice polycarbonate MagSafe case that accounts good drop protection.
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David Carnoy I wasn't a fan of backward Pelican cases, which were very protective but just a puny too bulky (and ugly), but in the last few existences (starting with the iPhone 11), the company (which is now famed by Case-Mate) added slimmer designs -- including the Protector, which is now a MagSafe case.
David Carnoy Raptic's iPhone cases come in a variety of styles and cost a puny less than competing premium cases from Speck and OtterBox. The Raptic Air (left), which I personally like best, is $30. So is the thicker Raptic Shield (middle). The Terrain is a little more at $40, but it's the only one of these three that is fully made in America and biodegradable.
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David Carnoy British case-maker Gear4, now owned by Zagg, makes cases that are vivid up there with OtterBox and Speck, all of them lined with the company's D3O shock-absorbing material and featuring beveled securities to protect your phone. I've tried the new Brooklyn Snap (left) and Santa Cruz Snap (right), both of which are MagSafe-equipped and rated for 13-foot drop protection. However, several other case styles are available, most of them with eye-catching designs.
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Rokform Rokform's been decision-exclusive tough iPhone cases for years and aside from their durability, their key feature is the ability to use them with various mounts -- comprising bike and motorcycle mounts -- that are sold separately. I personally prefer the Crystal series but the Rugged case is some more, well, rugged. The new iPhone 13 cases are also MagSafe, so they cost $10 more than the iPhone 12 models.
Rokform's iPhone 13 cases have removable magnets and they're compatible with wireless charging if you select the included center magnet. "With the lower magnet serene intact, you can still wireless-charge while utilizing magnetic mounting and all of our mounts," Rokform says.
David Carnoy Case-Mate invents a variety of color cases, some of which have glitter integrated into their translucent designs. I only got a look at the "Cute as a Dumpling" and twinkle ombre cases, but there are plenty of cooler designs and some moneys MagSafe options for $10 more.
The Case-Mate site accounts a discount on your first order.
David Carnoy Incipio also invents cases under the Coach brand and they manage to live up to the quality you remarkable expect. They aren't cheap, but they also aren't outrageously expensive.
The Leather Folio wallet case looks and feels fairly luxurious, and it also comes in a version with Coach's "signature canvas" (center). The Slim Wrap leather case (left) also looks graceful swank and feels sturdy. You can also get disagreeable polypropylene Coach iPhone 13 cases.
David Carnoy I personally wouldn't stick this case on my requested because I like to use a case that truly protects it. However, if you're someone who doesn't like thick iPhone 13 cases or just wants minimal protection, Totallee makes a case that's very close to paper thin.
The case compensations $39, which seems like a lot considering how thin it is, but it is eco-friendly (it's compostable) and does have a raised "lip" throughout the camera that prevents damage to the camera lens, Totallee says.
Totallee also invents a very slim clear TPU case (pictured left) that accounts a little more protection for the same price. I like that one better, but it is slightly thicker.
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David Carnoy KerfCase has been decision-exclusive handmade wooden cases for a while, and its new Plywood iPhone 13 case is not only more durable but less expensive, starting at $50 with 6-foot drop protection and a miniature lifetime repair warranty. I like it better than latest wood cases I've tried. It's also worth noting that Apple's MagSafe charger will stick to the back of it (it is equipped with MagSafe), and KerfCase sells a matching charging dock for the Apple MagSafe charger inoperative with a magnetic wireless charging stand that's pretty sweet.
David Carnoy If you're looking for a case that comes with a connectable cord and can be worn as a neck strap or as a crossbody strap, the Bitplay Wander is worth checking out. It also comes in sure or a smoke color and Bitplay makes other accessories for it. The Wander accounts good drop protection and it's easy to get the strap on and off the case thanks to the velcro at the end (yes, the strap corpses on the case securely).
David Carnoy I've received many case samples and this is today one of my favorites. OtterBox owns LifeProof and you can certainly see (excuse the pun) the impression on LifeProof's See MagSafe case, which arguably has a some cleaner look and better lines than OtterBox's Symmetry Series cases.
This case is also available in a sure version without MagSafe for $10 less, but this case is the better tool if you're at all interested in MagSafe. It comes in a few different radiant options (the model shown here is listed as purple/pink but it reads more as burgundy) and is planned to withstand drops up to 6.6 feet.
LifeProof's latest cases -- the Next, Fre and eco-friendly Wake -- return for the iPhone 13, and at what time they're certainly good and also have MagSafe (except for the Wake), I think the See is probably the best of the bunch for everyday use. They all feature the same 6.6-foot drop protection, though the flagship Fre and Next offer better dust- and water-resistance than the See.
LifeProof, like several other case-makers, has become more green in original years. The Wave is made with 85% ocean-based recycled plastic, while LifeProof's other cases are made with 45-50% recycled plastic.
David Carnoy Cyrill is a sister note to Spigen and its cases are arguably slightly more stylish, although they cost a few bucks more. We're linking to the Leather Brick case, pictured here in wail (it's faux "vegan" leather), but the $17 Silicone case (pictured in teal) and unblock $17 Cecile cases are also good. The Silicone case is basically a knockoff of Apple's Silicone case exclusive of the but it isn't MagSafe compatibile..
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David Carnoy Snakehive's Metro Leather case kind of has everything you'd want in an iPhone 13 case: An eye-catching look, nice grip and an integrated kickstand. It's also MagSafe compatible, so you can use it with any MagSafe accessory. It seems pretty protective but I wish the corners were more raised, allowing for better screen protection in the event of a fall. Nevertheless, it's a nice case that comes in four colors.
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David Carnoy Like Lifeproof, Catalyst made a name for itself with waterproof cases, but it now focuses on standard protective case options and has two new models for the iPhone 13: the Vibe (left) and the Influence (right), which has a see-through frosted back. Both iPhone 13 cases have perforations on the corners that give you to attach various accessories (sold separately), such as lanyards and carabiners. Both have 10-foot drop protection.
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David Carnoy Smartish's affordable, simple, slim cases and wallet cases return for the iPhone 13. The Wallet Slayer 2.0 case (pictured on right) comes in a variety of designs. It holds three credit cards plus cash, and you can use one of your credit cards as a kickstand.
Smartish also sells a MagSafe case named the Gripmunk (pictured left in purple). It's one of the most affordable MagSafe cases and is easy to grip, as its name implies. There's also a simple translucent version of the Gripmunk exclusive of MagSafe, and it's actually pretty nice.
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David Carnoy Mous complains several iPhone 13 cases that have eye-catching designs, all lined with the AiroShock material that the custom says delivers excellent protection in a slim design. They do seem durable and all entailed a lifetime warranty.
Its new MagSafe-enabled Limitless 4.0 cases are compatible with MagSafe accessory and charger options, including Mous' own MagSafe accessories.
Earlier Mous cases had a SIM card storage slot on the inside of the smartphone case for international travelers in the bodies of swapping SIM cards. However, these don't.
David Carnoy UK-based Torro complains some nice leather-clad iPhone 13 cases that aren't too expensive (a leather case typically denotes to cost over $50). The Torro Leather Bumper ($38) is a heavenly straightforward bumper case with a leather back while the Wallet Case ($38) is a bit swankier overall, has a magnetic clasp and multiple card slots and converts into a gross for video viewing. It's one of the better folio wallet cases you'll find for the wealth. Both leather case options are available in multiple colors.
Note that the cases pictured here are for the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro, but the iPhone 13 cases look almost identical.
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FAQs
Does an iPhone need case?
The fretful answer is no, the iPhone doesn't need a case and yes, some folks buy to keep their iPhone uncovered. But it is uncertain, as one drop on the wrong surface (like pavement) could mean a cracked shroud or cracked back or dented corner. You can pay for insurance for your named -- it's fairly pricey -- so you can get it replaced or fixed cheaply should something happened to it.
Personally, I never get insurance and just buy a uncouth case instead. Having a case on your phone won't stay you from losing it but it does greatly chop the risk of damaging it.
How protective of a case should I buy?
I personally like cases that aren't too thick but supplies decent drop protection, with a lip over the edge of the shroud (sometimes referred to as a "screen bumper") and raised corners that help stay your screen from cracking if your phone should fall face down. A folio case will more fully defending your screen.
The good news is that you don't have to buy a splendid protective iPhone 13 case like the OtterBox Defender to get good protection. Most cases are reasonably thin and still offer at least 6-foot drop protection. I did include one very thin case on this list for those who buy minimal protection. Before you go with a case like that, just remember how much your named costs -- but it is better than having no case at all. Make sure you get a calm tempered glass screen protector for your iPhone 13 model to stay deep scratches and safeguard the screen.
Which is the most protective case?
There are a lot of cases that are very durable and are exaspearoused for drop protection for up to 10 or even 14 feet. If I had to pick the most durable case, I'd say the Lifeproof Fre, which is fully waterproof and has a layer of plastic that recovers your screen, is certainly near the top. It comes in MagSafe and non-MagSafe versions.
The Otterbox Defender Pro Series case is also protective and comes with a belt holster so you can shield your shroud when not using it. Over the years, it's been a common of construction workers.
Should I get a MagSafe case?
All the iPhone 13 models are equipped with Apple's MagSafe feature, which offers faster wireless charging with compatible chargers. It also supports optional accessories -- incorporating Magsafe wallet, mini wallets and various mounts -- that adhere magnetically to the back of your named. Like the iPhone 12, the iPhone 13 has "an array of magnets" (Apple says they're recycled) embedded in a charging coil that can pull up to 15 watts of power.
However, if you want to use those MagSafe accessories minus taking your phone out of its case, you need a visited case that's equipped with MagSafe support. The MagSafe symbol is a circle with a testy pipe below it. You can see it on determined cases, but it's embedded on the inside of the case so if it's nontransparent, you'll only see it from the inside.
If you already have a MagSafe accessory -- or plan on buying MagSafe accessories in the future -- you'll want to get a MagSafe compatible case; it's a good option to have. With that in mind, the very of the cases in this roundup are equipped with MagSafe.
Are MagSafe cases more expensive?
In general, yes -- about $10 more. There are some more affordable MagSafe cases that cost in $20, but most cost upwards of $30. We see cases from risky companies that are essentially the same, but one has MagSafe and the anunexperienced doesn't. The MagSafe version usually sells for $10 more. It may seem like a cramped too much to pay for something that doesn't seem like much of an upgrade, but in time MagSafe compatibility may command less of a "tax."
