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The Best iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro Cases

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So you finally figured out which of the four new iPhone models is right for you, but the one thing you can't decide on is what case to get.

Maybe you chose the iPhone 13, which has a few advantages over its predecessor—like its (slightly) more friendly price, enhanced battery life, and an A15 Bionic chip that handles Cinematic video mode. Or maybe you chose the iPhone 13 Pro for 1TB of storage and a lens setup that gives you telephoto abilities.

Whichever one you bought, the iPhone 13 and 13 Pro have the same dimensions, so you can swap cases between them. This list has options to suit just about every style.


Apple Leather Case With MagSafe

Apple Leather Case With MagSafe (for iPhone 13)

If you're invested in having an all-Apple device, then you can slip your phone into the perfectly fitting Apple Leather Case With MagSafe. Its soft surface has a great feel and makes your phone less likely to slip.

Bandolier Emma Crossbody

Bandolier Emma Crossbody (for iPhone 13)

If you don't want your phone to leave your side, put it in the Bandolier Hailey Crossbody. You can carry it with you easily, along with some cards and cash tucked into the attached wallet.

Casely High Tide Layered Ocean Waves Case

Casely High Tide Layered Ocean Waves Case (for iPhone 13)

The tide is high and hopefully your phone is dry. With the Casely High Tide Layered Ocean Waves Case, it will at least be hard for it to slip out of your hands into sand or waves thanks to slip-resistant side grips.

Case-Mate LuMee Halo Stars & Gems Case

If you want a phone case that will make you feel like a star on all your Zoom calls, go with the Case-Mate LuMee Halo Stars & Gems Case. It's got a ring light built around the frame and in the back.

Case-Mate Pelican Marine Active Case

Case-Mate Pelican Marine Active Case (for iPhone 13)

If you live a life aquatic, consider the Case-Mate Pelican Marine Active Case. It's water-resistant, sturdy, and a wrist strap keeps it from floating away.

Casetify Da Vinci iPhone Case

Casetify Da Vinci iPhone Case (for iPhone 13)

You could spend hours on line to look at the Mona Lisa at the Louvre, or you could stare at it all day on your Casetify Da Vinci iPhone Case. This particular model is the most protection you can get from Casetify, with bumpers on all four corners.

Flaunt Tortoise Print Square iPhone Case

Flaunt Tortoise Print Square iPhone Case (for iPhone 13)

A tortoiseshell pattern ironically gets less square on the Flaunt Tortoise Print Square iPhone Case. The case has a slim profile and the extra corner space protects from bumps.

Lifeproof See Case With MagSafe

Lifeproof See Case With MagSafe (for iPhone 13)

The Lifeproof See Case With MagSafe is made partly from recycled plastic and offers lightweight protection.

Moshi iGlaze Slim Hardshell Case

Moshi iGlaze Slim Hardshell Case (for iPhone 13)

The Moshi iGlaze Slim Hardshell Case has a beautiful mother-of-pearl look but is anything but delicate. It's durable and resists scratching.

Mous Limitless 4.0 Walnut Phone Case

Mous Limitless 4.0 Walnut Phone Case (for iPhone 13)

The stuffiness of walnut wood gets an update on the Mous Limitless 4.0 Walnut Phone Case. There's a classic but modern look on the outside and shock-absorbing technology on the inside. And it's MagSafe-compatible.

Mujjo Full Leather Wallet Case

Mujjo Full Leather Wallet Case (for iPhone 13)

The Mujjo Full Leather Wallet Case wraps your phone in leather and has space to slip in a couple of cards to take along.

Nomad Sport Case

Nomad Sport Case (for iPhone 13)

The Nomad Sport Case has raised edges for the screen, easy-to-grip sides, and a sleek look. This color is Dune, which is not a movie tie-in but it goes with the look.

OtterBox Defender Series XT Holster

OtterBox Defender Series XT Holster (for iPhone 13)

If you like having your iPhone on your hip, make sure it's secure. The OtterBox Defender Series XT Holster can handle the job.

OtterBox Strada Series Case

OtterBox Strada Series Case (for iPhone 13)

You can have that OtterBox protection and keep your credit cards close at hand with the OtterBox Strada Series Case.

Sonix Galaxy Tort MagSafe iPhone Case

Sonix Galaxy Tort MagSafe iPhone Case (for iPhone 13)

You can count on a Sonix case to keep your phone safe. They're sturdy, with raised bezels around the screen. And the Sonix Galaxy Tort MagSafe iPhone Case makes that safety a little sparkly.

Speck Presidio Perfect Clear Case

Speck Presidio Perfect Clear Case (for iPhone 13)

If you want a clear case that still offers a good amount of protection from drops, the Speck Presidio Perfect Clear Case is impact-resistant and has a raised bezel. Speck clear cases also resist yellowing longer than most others.

Tech21 Eco Slim Case

Tech21 Eco Slim Case (for iPhone 13)

The Tech21 Eco Slim Case is biodegradable and beautiful in this mint green and almond color combo. The case is thin but offers some nice camera protection with a bezel.

Totallee Super Thin Case

Totallee Super Thin Case (for iPhone 13)

If you want a case you can barely see or fee, there's the Totallee Super Thin Case. This model gives your phone a frosty look while it prevents scratches on the back.

UAG Pathfinder Series Case

UAG Pathfinder Series Case (for iPhone 13)

If you lead an active lifestyle or are just accident-prone, the UAG Pathfinder Series Case has your phone covered. It has two layers of protection that protect against 16-foot drops. You can attach a lanyard if you want to minimize risk further.

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Chandra Steele

Chandra Steele

Senior Features Writer

My Experience

My title is Senior Features Writer, which is a license to write about absolutely anything if I can connect it to technology (I can). I’ve been at PCMag since 2011 and have covered the surveillance state, vaccination cards, ghost guns, voting, ISIS, art, fashion, film, design, gender bias, and more. You might have seen me on TV talking about these topics or heard me on your commute home on the radio or a podcast. Or maybe you’ve just seen my Bernie meme

I strive to explain topics that you might come across in the news but not fully understand, such as NFTs and meme stocks. I’ve had the pleasure of talking tech with Jeff Goldblum, Ang Lee, and other celebrities who have brought a different perspective to it. I put great care into writing gift guides and am always touched by the notes I get from people who’ve used them to choose presents that have been well-received. Though I love that I get to write about the tech industry every day, it’s touched by gender, racial, and socioeconomic inequality and I try to bring these topics to light. 

Outside of PCMag, I write fiction, poetry, humor, and essays on culture.

My Areas of Expertise

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All that gadgets is gold for me: my iPhone 11 Pro, my fifth-generation iPad that I use only for streaming videos and music, my iPad mini 4 that I like to take with me whenever I carry a bag that can fit it, and my MacBook Pro. Why are they all different shades of gold, though? What’s going on, Apple? 

None of them quite live up to my two past loves: my LG Lotus LX600 phone and my Sony Walkman NW-E005 MP3 player. 

I've never given up wired earbuds so I was ahead of all those trend pieces. I use a Mangotek Lightning-to-3.5mm headphone jack adapter to connect them to my phone. 

I have had so many ebook readers, but I prefer paper to them all. Still, my Kindle Paperwhite is perfect for traveling or when I’m too impatient to wait for a book to be released in paperback.

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