Spigen Robust Armor
Robust case with built-in kickstand
Incipio NGP
Easy and see-through (Replace: Presently unavailable)
The third-gen iPhone SE, also called the iPhone SE (2022), has the identical chassis because the iPhone 7 and eight with upgraded inside elements, together with Apple’s A15 Bionic processor and 5G help.
Most iPhone 7 and eight instances will match the 2022 SE and case makers are inclined to label their SE instances as being suitable with the iPhone 7 and eight in addition to with the iPhone SE (2020) and now the iPhone SE (2022). Because of this backward compatibility, a number of the instances on this listing are ones we tried with earlier iPhone fashions and might suggest them based mostly on our earlier expertise utilizing them.
Whereas I’ve included all kinds of instances, I’ve put an emphasis on instances which might be additionally a very good worth. For those who’re shopping for a so-called worth cellphone just like the iPhone SE, you in all probability do not wish to spend an excessive amount of on a case. And since a few of these instances have been available on the market for some time, you will notice some good reductions on glorious iPhone SE instances. There are additionally some listed with particular options corresponding to a built-in pockets or kickstand.
Speck makes a number of instances for the iPhone SE3 and yow will discover a number of on sale at Amazon for lower than $15. The 2 instances pictured listed below are a part of the Presidio Grip Sequence, which is available in a wide range of coloration choices (costs fluctuate by coloration). Listed here are some further offers on Speck SE3 instances:
My two favourite Otterbox instances are the Commuter Sequence and Symmetry Sequence, each of which are available in a wide range of colours. The twin-layer Commuter Sequence is a bit more protecting and has a latch that covers the charging port. Costs fluctuate by coloration.
Zagg’s Gear4 instances for the iPhone SE are related in high quality to Speck and Otterbox instances. I initially linked to the Piccadilly (pictured above), which was promoting for less than $10, however that is at present offered out. The Crystal Palace ($10) could be very related however utterly clear.
Spigen’s Robust Armor instances have been round for some time and are notable for his or her round cutout exposing the Apple brand and their built-in kickstand. They do provide respectable safety and maintain up pretty nicely over time, although not fairly in addition to some Otterbox and Speck instances. The Robust Armor is offered in a number of coloration choices.
Otterbox’s Symmetry Sequence is available in a wide range of coloration choices, together with a transparent model with glitter. As I mentioned, the Otterbox’s Commuter Sequence case affords barely extra safety however you’ll be able to’t go improper with its Symmetry Sequence instances.
Spigen Slim Armor CS is available in a wide range of coloration choices and has a slot that lets you retailer a few bank cards (or a single bank card and a few money) contained in the case. The one draw back is that it isn’t suitable with wi-fi charging.
City Armor Gear affords a number of totally different case designs for the iPhone SE in a wide range of colours. I personally just like the Plasma, however the Armor, Pathfinder and Plyo are additionally good, with the Plyo having the slimmest design. UAG’s instances all function good nook safety and meet army drop-test requirements.
Incipio’s NGP case is an easy translucent case that provides respectable safety in a slim bundle. The blue model is at present $6 at Amazon. It is listed as being suitable for the iPhone 8 however will match the iPhone SE, each 2022 and 2020 fashions.
Spigen’s sister model Cyrill makes a number of totally different instances for the iPhone SE. I just like the Leather-based Brick (it is “vegan” leather-based, not actual leather-based), however all of Cyrill’s instances are well-designed and respectable for the cash. The Leather-based Brick is offered in a number of coloration choices.
LifeProof’s Wake case is made out of recycled ocean plastic. Whereas I would not name it supertough — it is not enclosed on the backside — it is rated for 6-foot drop safety and is attractively designed. Accessible in three coloration choices, value varies by coloration.
Smartish makes three instances for the SE, the Gripmunk, Pockets Slayer Vol. 1 and Pockets Slayer Vol. 2 (the latter two are pockets instances). I am barely extra a fan of the Slayer Vol. 2, which is available in a few coloration choices for the SE. It is a fairly fundamental case however affords respectable grip and might maintain a few bank cards together with some money. You should utilize your bank card as a kickstand by inserting it into the slot at the back of the case.
I purchased the same model of this case to make use of with a Samsung cellphone. It is a faux-leather pockets case that has a magnetic clasp with room on the within for 3 bank cards and a few money. It additionally converts right into a kickstand for watching video.
Accessible in a number of colours, Raptic’s Protect case prices lower than an OtterBox case and affords related toughness with 10-foot drop safety. Presently, the rose gold model is simply $10, whereas the opposite colours, together with the pink mannequin pictured, are $20.
Griffin’s Survivor instances provide 6-foot drop safety with strengthened (and raised) corners that may assist your cellphone keep away from harm ought to it fall facedown.
Incipio’s Organicore case is one other eco-friendly case that Incipio says is 100% compostable. The oat-colored model is on sale for $10.
The third-gen iPhone SE has an IP67 water resistance score, which implies it will possibly survive being dunked in as much as 1 meter of water for half-hour. However in order for you an much more waterproof possibility, LifeProof’s Fre case is the best way to go. This once-popular case (earlier than the iPhone received some waterproofing) remains to be fairly costly nevertheless it does provide most safety in your cellphone.
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