What type of phone case do you need?

A book case covers your whole phone. With the flap on the front, you open it like opening a book. Some models have some useful extras, such as compartments for your cards and a stand for your phone.

• A book case protects the front, back, and at least 1 side of your device.
• It often has space for cards.
• Sometimes, it has a built-in stand.

• You always have to open the case first.
• The flap is sometimes in the way when you make calls or take photos.

A back cover covers the back and usually the sides of your phone. So you don't have to open the case every time, but you also don't have screen protection. You can solve this problem with a screen protector. Back covers are usually thin and suitable for wireless charging.

• A back cover protects the back and sides of your device.
• You don't have to open the case every time.

• Your screen isn't protected.

With a 2-in-1 case, you combine the 2 cases above. That's because it's a book case with a removable back cover, which you can easily attach and detach with a magnet.

• A 2-in-1 case protects your phone on all sides.
• You can easily detach the back cover.
• It often has space for cards.
• Sometimes, it has a built-in stand.

• You have to open the case every time.
• A 2-in-1 case is pretty thick.

Want to charge your smartphone wirelessly? It's important to choose a thin phone case if you do. That's because wireless chargers aren't powerful enough to charge your battery through a phone case that's too thick. So with a thin case, you can be sure that you can still charge your phone wirelessly. You don't have to take your phone out of the case to charge it that way.

• You can charge your smartphone wirelessly with a case that's suitable for that.
• These cases are relatively thin, which makes them comfortable to hold.

• Thin cases often have less protection.

With a more sustainable case, you protect both your phone and the environment. There are various types of sustainable cases. Sometimes, they're partly or completely made of recycled or plant-based materials. Other cases are completely biodegradable, which means they break down naturally when you throw them away. The plastic case won't end up in nature that way.

• You leave less plastic waste behind, so you contribute to a better environment.
• A case made of recycled materials is made with less plastic than a regular case.

• Sustainable cases aren't available in as many colors and types.

All iPhones from the iPhone 12 series have a built-in MagSafe magnet. You can use it to click MagSafe accessories onto your phone, such as the wireless MagSafe charger or MagSafe accessories like a card holder. A special phone case with a built-in MagSafe magnet ensures that the accessories stay firmly in place. MagSafe cases are usually back covers, which means they protect the back and sides of your device.

• MagSafe accessories stay firmly in place.
• You can choose from many colors.

• Usually, the cases only provide standard protection.

Cases with standard fall protection protect your phone from a fall of up to 2m. They're officially tested for fall protection. These cases are often thin, light, and made of soft materials.

• These cases are relatively small and light.
• With these cases, you have the most options in terms of color and type.

• These cases don't protect your smartphone from a high fall.

Cases with good fall protection are made of sturdy and solid materials. They protect your smartphone from damage in case of a fall from 2 to 4m. These cases often have a thick raised edge. They're a bit heavier than cases with standard protection.

• These cases provide good protection from falls and bumps.
• It's a good middle ground between look and protection.

• These cases are usually slightly thicker and heavier than most cases.

These cases provide the best protection for your smartphone. They prevent damage in case of a fall from more than 4m. The cases are made of the sturdiest materials, but they're often on the thicker side. Usually, they're also heavier than cases with standard or very good protection.

• These cases provide the best protection for your smartphone.

• You have less options in terms of color and type.
• Cases with very good fall protection are relatively large and heavy.