The Best iPhone 16 Pro Cases: Our Top Picks From Trusted Brands

The best iPhone 16 Pro cases shield the phone from damage and accommodate features like MagSafe charging and the new Camera Control button.

To help you select the right case, we've compiled our top recommendations based on past testing of Apple's cases and third-party options from trusted brands like Spigen, Zagg, Bellroy, Otterbox, and others.

Among the best iPhone 16 Pro cases, our favorite option is the Apple Clear Case with MagSafe. In our testing, this proprietary model has an outstanding anti-yellowing treatment relative to other clear cases and offers seamless MagSafe compatibility. For a budget option, we recommend the inexpensive yet dependable Spigen Tough Armor case, which provides a durable thermoplastic cover and a built-in kickstand.

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As with any of the best iPhones, we recommend equipping the iPhone 16 Pro with a dependable case to avoid damaging the expensive new device and having to repair or replace it.

Despite the iPhone 16 Pro's titanium build, a harsh drop could still crack or scratch any modern smartphone, and a case is a worthwhile investment for your pockets and peace of mind.

It's also worth adding a screen protector for comprehensive protection. See our guide to the best iPhone 16 Pro screen protectors.

Several key factors informed our picks above and for the best iPhone 16 Pro Max cases and are important to consider when selecting an iPhone 16 Pro case, in addition to price and aesthetics.

First, you should ensure that a case is protective enough for your typical use and level of risk tolerance. If you intend to use MagSafe technology for magnetic attachment to accessories, you'll need a case that either has an explicitly "Made For MagSafe" design, indicating Apple certification, or one that contains an additional array of magnets on its back to ensure sufficient attachment.

It's also important to check that a case accommodates the iPhone 16 Pro's new Camera Control button. While other brands have tended to leave an opening for the new button, Apple's new cases for the iPhone 16 series, including the Clear and Silicone models listed above, feature a dedicated conductive layer for the Camera Control button made of sapphire crystal.

An iPhone 15 Pro case will not fit the iPhone 16 Pro, and vice versa, as Apple refreshed the base Pro model's design year over year and has given the newer model a larger display and the Camera Control button.

Among other design changes, the iPhone 15 Pro has a 6.1-inch display, while the iPhone 16 Pro has a 6.3-inch display. Check out our guide to the best iPhone 15 Pro cases to protect last year's model.

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