The best way to protect a $1000 iPhone thatʼs covered in glass? A case! Here’s what we think are the Top 10 cases for the iPhone Xs and Xs Max.
We’ve gone through 100’s of cases over the last few years so that you don’t have to risk your $$$ on a bad case!
*May 2019 Update – Added Mous Clarity
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#1 Mous Limitless 2.0 and Clarity
PROS:
- Very tough
- Handles quite well
- Comes with screen protector
- Modular accessories
CONS:
- Slightly bigger than all the other cases on this list
The Mous Limitless 2.0 is probably the most “premium” case on this list. Mous Limitless 2.0 is well-made, tough and the different finishes actually feel part of the case, not just an afterthought. We recently had the opportunity to re-review the Mous Limitless and we took it through a gauntlet of drops ranging from 4 ft to 13 ft and we still have a working iPhone. The 13ft drop took itʼs tool on the camera but it looks fine physically.
If youʼre planning on getting Mous Limitless 2.0, consider getting some of their accessories. The flip wallet case is the best wallet case we have ever used and it works seamlessly with the Mous Limitless 2.0.
If you’re looking for a clear case, you should consider getting the Mous Clarity. It is just as tough, handles a little better and the coating used on the clear back is quite nice. The biggest difference is that you can’t use any of the magnetic accessories with the case. If you’re wondering just how tough the Mous Clarity is, every drop in this video was done in a Clarity.
#2 Loopy Case
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PROS:
- The most useful case ever
- Allows you to get the most out of your iPhone
- The only case that prevents drops 100% of the time if your hand is in the loop
CONS:
- Your iPhone ends up having a hump
- Buttons are a smidge tougher to use
Hands down, Loopy case is the most useful case we have ever used. The Loopy case changes your iPhone from being a device that you worry about dropping and breaking to a device thatʼs easy to use. Honestly, words canʼt describe how useful it is so watch 21 things you definitely canʼt do with any other case except for the Loopy.
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#3 Pitaka MagCase Pro
PROS:
- Compatible with magnetic car mounts and Qi-chargers
- Lots of texture on the case
- Carbon fibre back
CONS:
- Normal face first drop protection (despite claims)
From a handling perspective, the Pitaka MagCase Pro handles almost as good as the Speck Presidio Grip. The main reason why it scores higher than the Speck product is the fact that the magnets on the case allow you to use it with Qi-chargers as well as magnetic car mounts. The Pitaka MagCase Pro has a carbon fibre back which improves the lock of the case and will not scratch as easily as other carbon fibre cases.
#4 RhinoShield SolidSuit
PROS:
- Lots of different finishes
- Premium looking case
- Amazing buttons
- Can subtly customize the look of your device
- Extrenal camera lense compatible
CONS:
- Doesnʼt handle as well as other cases
RhinoShield SolidSuit is the only case on this list that allows you to mount different, high quality camera lenses onto the case. The RhinoShield SolidSuit is unique in a way that the buttons on the case are customizable. You can add a splash of color with your case setup. Weʼve grown particularly fond of having a grey microfibre case on our iPhone with yellow buttons. It matches our grey Apple Watch with a yellow band.
#5 Speck Presidio Grip
PROS:
- Grippy
- Great handling
CONS:
- Donʼt drop it face first from 10 ft
Apart from the Loopy case, the Speck Presidio Grip is going to be the best handling case on this list. However, the case will suffer a noticeable wear and tear issues due to the rubber edges. The Speck Presidio Grip isnʼt too bulky and makes your iPhone feel solid. Just donʼt drop it from 10ft face first onto a sidewalk without a screen protector.
#6 Ghostek Cloak 3
PROS:
- Unique design
- Cheap
- Handles well
CONS:
- Minor fit issue at the bottom of the case
If youʼve got a small budget for your case but wanʼt something that doesnʼt look like a generic ripoff, get the Ghostek Cloak 3. Ghostek has done a great job fitting the TPU and PC frame together and added a bit of texture as well to ensure your iPhone doesnʼt fly out of your hand easily. The buttons on the case is metallic as well so it adds a bit of class to this budget friendly case.
#7 Catalyst Impact Protection
PROS:
- Tough
- Thin
- Amazing buttons
CONS:
- Wide
- Back will scratch easily
Catalyst Impact Protection is one of the few cases that weʼd feel comfortable dropping our $1000 iPhones from 10 ft. The Catalyst Impact Protection looks like it would handle like a bar of soap but it doesnʼt. We love the buttons on Catalyst Impact Protection, especially the mute switch. The back will scratch a little easier than other cases.
#8 Spigen Tough Armor
PROS:
- Relatively cheap
- Handles well (if you get the right version)
CONS:
- A little boring
The Spigen Tough Armor should be on everyoneʼs list as a go to case if you donʼt know which one to get or you just donʼt really care how the case looks on your device. Weʼve been reviewing them for years and they hold up well. Make sure you get a darker coloured case as the coatings on certain colors will not handle as well.
#9 Spigen Thin Fit 360
PROS:
- Relatively cheap
- Handles well (if you get the right version)
- Comes with two screen protectors
CONS:
- Not as tough as other cases
If youʼre looking for an ultra thin case, go with the Spigen Thin-Fit 360. This case will cover almost your entire iPhone which is great for those worried about general wear and tear across the entire device. The downside is that the case is made only from polycarbonate so it will offer the least drop protection on this list.
If youʼve been to this site before, youʼll know that we really enjoyed using the Spigen Reventon and ProGuard which shared the same design as the Thin-Fit 360 but Spigen isnʼt making those cases for the iPhone XSʼs unfortunately.
#10 Otterbox Pursuit
PROS:
- Updated design works well
- Handles well
- Feels tough
- Great button access
CONS:
- Tough to install
- Will slide around easier than the average case
- Bulkier than the average case
- Pricey
The new Otterbox Pursuit feels tougher than the old Otterbox Pursuit because of how the TPU folds over the frame rather than snapping together along the middle of the case. This design feature is going to work better in the long term when it comes to drops as there is no chance that the new Otterbox Pursuit is going to split in half during a drop. The speakers can also never be muted on the new Otterbox Pursuit which is handy if youʼre using the device outside or in louder environments. And if youʼre really clumsy, the Otterbox Pursuit allows you to attach a lanyard to the case.
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