The iPhone 13 Pro is here. Powered by Apple’s new A15 Bionic chip, the smartphone starts at a hefty $1,000. Sure, it has features to match but getting the phone is a sizeable investment. So it’s a good idea to get a case to protect it. You don’t want an accidental bump or drop to disfigure your beautiful phone.
As always, all the best case brands are releasing their greatest cases and covers for the iPhone 13 Pro. We’ve picked the best among them for you. We’ll update this list over the coming days and weeks as more excellent cases become available.
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XDA-Developers VIDEO OF THE DAYBest Official Apple Cases for the iPhone 13 Pro
The device manufacturers themselves design the official cases, so they offer the best fit and finish. The official cases may not provide the level of protection of a rugged case, but they are decent enough to withstand occasional bumps and drops. The downside is that the pricing is a bit on the generous side.
Apple Silicone Case with MagSafe
If you are looking for an official case for the new iPhone 13 Pro, the Apple Silicone Case with MagSafe is a fantastic option, and it provides the perfect fit. The case feels great in hand, thanks to its soft-touch finish. It also includes microfiber lining on the inside to protect the phone. Further, as its name suggests, the case is compatible with MagSafe accessories.
Apple Leather Case with MagSafe
The official iPhone 13 Pro leather case from Apple provides the perfect mix of style and protection. After all, who doesn’t want their iPhone to look fantastic even after putting a case on it? It’s made from specially tanned and finished leather and feels soft in hand. And, it supports MagSage accessories, so you can just leave the case on the phone and snap on one of the compatible chargers.
Apple Clear Case with MagSafe
Apple offers an excellent case for pretty much all types of consumers. And if you are one of those people who don’t like a case to hide their phone, the official Apple Clear Case is for you. As you can expect, it’s completely transparent, except for the magnetic band on the back that is used for attaching MagSafe accessories. The case is also relatively thin and light, but it should still provide decent protection to your phone.
Best MagSafe Cases for the iPhone 13 Pro
MagSafe is a new feature that Apple introduced with the iPhone 12 and has now made its way to the iPhone 13. While all of the official cases from Apple support MagSafe charging and accessories, you might not want to spend so much on a case. Here are some third-party alternatives that you can get with support for MagSafe.
SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Mag [Sponsored]
If you’re looking for a case that has MagSafe support and is clear to show off the actual color of your smartphone, your search ends here! The case is also quite protective so you don’t have to be too bothered about dropping your device.
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Spigen Mag Armor
If you want a case that looks minimalistic and offers good protection with the added support for MagSafe charging and accessories, Spigen has got you covered with this case. It’s a good alternative to the official silicone case from Apple.
Pitaka MagEZ Case
Pitaka makes some great quality cases with a carbon fiber texture that improves your grip while using the phone. If you want a thin case that looks great and doesn’t add any sort of bulk to your phone, you should surely consider getting this one.
Best Rugged Cases for the iPhone 13 Pro
Rugged cases are exactly what they sound like — they are rugged and are expected to be able to handle a fall or two with minimal damage reaching your phone. While it is difficult to completely guarantee no damage at all, a rugged case minimizes the probability of damage as well as the extent of the damage. So while these cases may not be the best looking, they do serve their purpose very well.
SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro [Sponsored]
The SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro is another excellent rugged case for the iPhone 13 Pro. It’s made with TPU and polycarbonate materials for enhanced protection. In addition, the case sports a full-body design with a built-in screen protector to safeguard the phone from all sides. You also get a kickstand for hands-free media consumption.
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Caseology Vault Protective
The Caseology Vault Protective is one of the best rugged cases for the iPhone 13 Pro. It’s certified for military-grade protection so you can have peace of mind. The case also comes with a sandstone texture back and an assisted side design for enhanced grip. In addition, there are raised edges on the front to safeguard the iPhone 13 Pro screen.
Spigen Rugged Armor
Spigen is a popular case brand and is known for producing some of the best quality cases on the market. Its Rugged Armor is one such excellent case. It’s super thin despite being a rugged case, so it won’t make your phone bulky. Still, the case offers excellent shock protection, thanks to the company’s Air Cushion technology. You’ll also get tactile buttons on the case for solid feedback whenever you’re pressing them.
Best Colorful Cases for the iPhone 13 Pro
Not everyone enjoys a simple and boring case. That’s where the colorful cases come in. These cases sport different designs and colorful elements to help your phone stand out. The protection provided by the colorful cases varies depending on the material used. While some cases offer substantial protection, others are only good for basic safeguards.
i-Blason Cosmo [Sponsored]
The i-Blason Cosmo case completely transforms the look for your iPhone 13 Pro. Its Marble Pink finish features metallic lines and a collage of marble texture, whereas the Ocean Blue finish comes with an aquatic blue collage and metallic lines. The case is also scratch and scrape-resistant, so it’ll keep looking the same for weeks and months. In addition, you get a built-in screen protector with the i-Blason Cosmo that safeguards the phone’s display.
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Ringke Fusion Design
Apart from its regular cases, Ringke also offers the Fusion Design to target the folks who want the case to match their personality or represent something they like. With each of the Fusion Design cases, you get an interesting print that looks great. Additionally, the case uses dual-layer polycarbonate back panel and TPU sides to offer excellent protection. There are raised edges and lanyard holes on the case as well.
Case-Mate Tough Prints
The Case-Mate Tough Prints is an excellent colorful case for the iPhone 13 Pro. The designs are printed on a clear case, flaunting the iPhone’s original design while adding more color and style. You can buy the Case-Mate Tough Prints in as many as 20 different design variants. In addition, the case includes a scratch-resistant coating to help it keep looking the same for months.
Best Kickstand Cases for the iPhone 13 Pro
Kickstand cases are a recommended category if you find yourselves needing to prop up your phone on a table too often. With a kickstand case, your phone will sit on a flat surface at an angle towards you, making it very convenient to watch movies and videos, and even just letting your phone sit there and display notifications at a more comfortable angle towards you.
Spigen Tough Armor
If you’re looking for a case that can provide excellent protection to your iPhone 13 Pro and includes a kickstand, the Spigen Tough Armor is perfect for you. There’s a small kickstand on the case’s back that you can use for hands-free media consumption. Apart from TPU and polycarbonate materials that are already quite shock-resistant, this Spigen case includes foam for an extra layer of safeguards.
i-Blason Cosmo Snap [Sponsored]
The i-Blason Cosmo Snap is a stylish case for the iPhone 13 Pro with a built-in ring holder that acts as a kickstand. You can pick from one of the three kickstand angles for hands-free media consumption. The case also features a TPU bumper and air-cushioned corners to withstand drops and is certified for military-grade drop protection. In addition, raised edges are present to safeguard the iPhone screen.
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Spigen Ultra Hybrid S
Want to flaunt your iPhone’s design while keeping it protected and need a kickstand as well? The Spigen Ultra Hybrid S case can do both things. It’s a clear case that comes with a metal kickstand on the back, which you can use in both landscape and portrait modes. In addition, the case is durable, thanks to the use of a polycarbonate back panel and TPU bumper.
Poetic Revolution
The Poetic Revolution case is a rugged and sturdy case for the iPhone 13 Pro that comes with a built-in kickstand. So not only do you get the top-notch protection, but you can also watch videos and other content without needing to hold the phone all the time. In addition, the case features a screen protector to safeguard the iPhone display.
Best Clear Cases for the iPhone 13 Pro
Clear cases are usually largely silicone and TPU cases that are best used if you want to show your phone off while still protecting it. Some clear cases are pretty flexible, while some adopt some rigidity in their build. Some cases even have extra reinforcement on the borders and the corners, so browse through your options below!
Spigen Ultra Hybrid
If you don’t like hiding your phone behind a case, the Spigen Ultra Hybrid is a good option. It’s available in five color options, each of which comes with a different level of transparency. While the Crystal Clear variant shows off the phone from all sides, the Frost Black has black TPU sides and a translucent back to reveal just enough. The other three variants have transparent backs, but they don’t display the sides.
Ringke Air
The thin and light cases don’t need to slack in the protection department, and the Ringke Air proves that with military-grade drop protection. It’s super lightweight and flexible. In addition, its Clear variant is great when you want to show off the beautiful iPhone design. There are Glitter Clear and Smoke Black variants if you don’t want to go for a plain clear option.
Ringke Fusion Magnetic
If you are not ready to shell out $50 for the official Apple Clear Case with MagSafe, you can consider the Ringke Fusion Magnetic. It is an excellent case that matches the functionality of the Apple case, except it is slightly translucent than transparent. The reason for that is its matte finish that helps the case resist fingerprint smudges and marks. The case also comes with reinforced corners and raised edges to safeguard your phone.
LifeProof Next
The LifeProof Next is not your typical clear case for the iPhone 13 Pro. Instead, it features a two-piece design for enhanced protection. As a result, it isn’t transparent from all sides and only reveals the phone’s back. In addition, in true LifeProof fashion, the Next case uses 50 percent recycled plastic to promote sustainability.
Poetic Guardian
The Poetic Guardian Case is an excellent hybrid case that combines the elements of a clear case and a rugged case. So you get a transparent back panel to highlight the design of your phone and reinforced sides and corners to offer top-notch drop protection. The case also features a built-in screen protector to safeguard iPhone’s display. However, if you don’t want to use the built-in screen protector, Poetic provides an extra front frame sans the protector.
Best Thin Cases for iPhone 13 Pro
Thin cases are great when you don’t want to add too much bulk to your phone but still want to protect it. They can be just as protective as their thicker counterparts as the quality of protection depends on the case’s material and its design, not its physical size.
Torras Slim Fit
The Torras Slim Fit is an ultra-thin case that allows you to add protection to your iPhone without much bulk. It’s only 0.03-inch thick and weighs 0.65 oz (18.4 grams). The case feels great in hand and includes a matte finish to prevent fingerprint smudges. It’s also easy to hold and provides a comfortable grip. In terms of protection, the Torras Slim Fit is durable and comes with raised edges to safeguard the screen and rear camera setup.
Spigen Thin Fit
The Spigen Thin Fit case uses a hybrid structure of polycarbonate and TPU materials to offer excellent protection to the iPhone 13 Pro. It also packs the company’s Air Cushion technology to withstand drops from up to 4 feet. In addition, the case is scratch-resistant and carries a matte finish to resist fingerprint smudges.
Totallee Thin Case
If the Torras Slim Fit is not thin enough for you, the Totallee Thin Case is just 0.02-inch thick, making it one of the slimmest cases on the market. As a result, it virtually adds no bulk to the iPhone 13 Pro and can still provide decent protection. The case also comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied with it.
Best Wallet Cases for the iPhone 13 Pro
The wallet cases are one of the most functional accessories for any smartphone. As the name suggests, they essentially make your phone case your wallet. Depending on the type of the wallet case, you can use it to hold your credit or debit cards, cash, ID cards, and more.
Mujjo Leather Wallet Case
Here’s a case that looks classy and provides utility too. It’s a relatively thin leather case that looks good and can even house a few cards at the back. If you’re a fan of leather cases and you’re looking for an option that would let you leave your wallet behind, here’s a good option for you to consider.
Smartish Wallet Slayer Vol. 2
The Smartish Wallet Slayer Vol. 2 is one of the best iPhone wallet cases around. It comes in as many as five design variants, from the basic ‘Black Tie Affair’ version to the colorful ‘Flavor of the Month.’ Each of these variants looks fantastic and includes space for three cards and cash. It’s also light, durable, and features textured sides for an enhanced grip.
Case-Mate Wallet Folio
The Case_Mate Folio is a robust wallet-style case for the iPhone 13 Pro. It comes with 10-feet drop protection and can hold up to four cards and cash. The case uses pebbled leather for a distinct look and feel. In addition, it’s compatible with MagSafe chargers and accessories.
Coach Folio Case
The Coach Folio case features signature Coach fabrics and patterns that you’ll love if you like the brand a lot. Inside, a polycarbonate slot for the iPhone 13 Pro keeps the phone in place and protects it. You’ll also get room for three credit cards, IDs, and gift cards. In addition, the case comes with a magnetic closing mechanism.
These are the best iPhone 13 Pro cases on the market right now. If you’re looking for top-notch protection, the Spigen Rugged Armor and Caseology Vault Protective are two of the best cases.
Which case are you planning to buy for your new iPhone? Let us know in the comments section. If you’re still on the fence about buying the phone, do check out our Best iPhone 13 Pro Deals article.