Grip factor: We review the material the case is made of so we can talk about such factors as how grippy the phone feels in your hand and how protective it is.

Incipio’s cases are very protective — something that’s reflected in the Incipio case-making process— and the Grip is one of its finest. The Grip case features multidirectional grips to reduce the risk of you dropping your iPhone. If it does happen to slip through your fingers, you’re covered with up to 14 feet of drop protection thanks to Impact Strut technology. Extended raised bezels around the screen offer even more protection — and this case has antimicrobial technology to prevent up to 99.9% of germs and surface bacteria. It works perfectly with wireless charging and Apple Pay, but we’d recommend a screen protector if you want full protection. The real selling point is drop protection. Casetify claims the case helps the phone survive falls from more than six metres high. We admit we won’t be hurling our iPhone from a roof to test the claim, but it’s reassuring that it’s theoretically possible. If you’re looking for a fun and protective case that expresses your unique style, it’s hard to go wrong with the Casetify Impact. With dozens of cool and flashy designs, you’ll have no problem finding one that gives your iPhone the flair you’re looking for. Plus, Casetify doesn’t just have its own original patterns; its massive “Co-Lab” collection features designs licensed from Disney, including Spider-Man and The Mandalorian, plus The Office, Peanuts, Harry Potter, Barbie, BTS, and more. However, there’s more to these than just great looks — as the name implies, you’ll also get strong “military-grade protection, with certified drop resistance of up to 6.6 feet (two meters). The Smartish protective case can be exactly what you need if you are seeking a case that can handle the most difficult of environments. This case assures that gravity won’t stand a chance against your device thanks to its strong protection features.Design: We evaluate the more superficial and cosmetic aspects of cases. considering how aesthetically pleasing it is because people do buy cases solely for their colors and the artwork on the cases. Peak Design is one manufacturer that excels in this department, offering a sleek and slim fabric phone case in addition to excellent compatible accessories – we’ve tried a few of them and our favourites include the folding mobile tripod, the wallets and the “universal bar mount” that gives you a way to mount your phone to your bike. There are loads of options when it comes to this system.

While Apple’s MagSafe magnets open up compatibility with loads of accessories including chargers, wallets, car mounts, power banks and more, some brands have found ways to incorporate those magnets and take things one step further, creating accessory ecosystems with a secure attachment and alignment. Here’s a no-nonsense case from Mkeke that offers a slimline profile, flattering transparency, and a sturdy combination of TPU and PC. The mix of a hard PC rear and a flexible yet rugged TPU frame means that it should guard your iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro against everyday accidents and impacts. Its curved shape is also easy to grip, and it includes precise cutouts for all of the phone’s buttons and ports. Transparency is another bonus, providing an inexpensive way of showing off the phone’s good looks.

Long-term testing: While we don't do long-term testing for most cases, we do use some of the most popular cases for longer periods to gauge how they wear over time and see how well our phone holds up during accidental drops with the case on it. That said, we don't do formal drop tests. Regardless of why you're getting a case, you'll want it to be a few things. It should be sturdy, something that protects your phone from damage instead of just looking like it might. That's the core function of a phone case---to protect your expensive electronic device.

Rokform makes some mountable rugged cases for iPhones (see above), but its Eagle 3 case has a unique feature that I appreciated: A powerful MagSafe-compatible magnet built into the case. Nobody plans on dropping their iPhone, but we understand that accidents happen. Casetify’s Bounce Case balances its huge range of designs with top drop protection – and after spending a few days with it snapped onto our handset we found solace in knowing it was safe from unexpected plunges. We happened to drop it from the sink onto the bathroom tiles and it left our phone completely unharmed. However, if you want to use those MagSafe accessories without taking your phone out of its case, you need a phone case that's equipped with MagSafe support. The MagSafe symbol is a circle with a short pipe below it. You can see it on clear 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 think the Elite feels a little pricey, we also recommend the Tough MagSafe cases. They offer two layers of protection with a silicone interior and a hard shell exterior, and we like how they have a raised edge around the screen and a ridge around the cameras for extra safety. When you have the best iPhone, you pretty much have infinite possibilities for keepingbusy and entertained, no matter where you are. Sure, the iPhone may not be marketed as a gaming phone specifically, but it's pretty powerful — especially with the A17 Pro in the latest iPhone 15 Pro. That new processor means the Apple mobile gaming experience is only getting better and better, with Apple's new chip being able to play console-level games like Assassin's Creed Mirage and the Resident Evil 4 remake.