With a starting price of $999 / 999 / AU$1,579 the iPhone X is a phone youll want to keep protected more than any other, especially with the glass back and lack of bezels potentially making it more susceptible to damage than previous models.Fortunately, theres no shortage of ways to keep it safe, with dozens if not hundreds of cases already available, suiting just about every budget, style and need.Below, youll find several recommendations that cover a wide range of budgets and style preferences.
While some of these options are untested, they are each a cut above the rest due to their value and design, and are backed by positive consumer feedback.Note: we've ranked these from cheapest to most expensive according to prices at time of writing.Olixar Ultra-Thin Gel CaseThis is one of the cheapest iPhone X cases on the market right now and it should protect your phone from the odd scratch.We don't think it'll be able to do much to protect your device if you drop it though and the gel material probably won't feel as comfortable on your palms as the glass that's on the back of the iPhone X.TOZO Ultra Thin Hard CaseTOZO claims this is the worlds thinnest hard-shell case for the iPhone X and while we cant be sure whether thats true or not, its certainly very slim at just 0.35mm thick.That makes it a great choice if you dont want to add any bulk to your fancy new phone, especially given the low price of this case, which should make it all the more appealing if your bank balance is hurting after buying the iPhone X itself.However, while it will offer some protection against scrapes, were not confident that a case this thin will do much to protect your phone from drops.JETech Protective Case with KickstandWith the JETech Protective Case youre getting a lot of case for not very much money at all.
Its a black TPU case so far so basic, but it has a carbon fiber design, giving it a bit of flair, and a textured frame for extra grip.This JETech case also has a built-in metal kickstand, so you can prop your iPhone X up for hands-free viewing, while air cushion technology gives you more drop defense than you might expect.Ultimately its a fairly plain case, and you can get more protection elsewhere, but it looks to strike a good balance between features and price.Spigen Ultra Hybrid CaseSometimes the simplest option is the best option, and the Spigen Ultra Hybrid iPhone X case is certainly simple.Its available in a range of colors, but they all include a transparent back, so you can see your iPhone X in full while keeping it protected.Its just a simple polycarbonate hard case, but its slim, has pronounced button covers so the buttons are easy to find and press, large cut-outs that can fit most cables, and its made from a non-slip material, so youre less likely to drop your phone.If you do still drop it though the case sports air cushioned corners, which should help keep your iPhone X in one piece.ESR Marble Pattern CoverMost of the options weve covered so far have been fairly plain, but the ESR Marble Pattern cover really stands out, with a marble design in black, blue, grey or white.Beneath the surface its a thin and light TPU case, and theres nothing clever going on here, so youre only getting basic protection, but it includes a smooth, anti-scratch and anti-fingerprint finish, raised lips to protect the screen and camera, and a low price tag.Spigen Neo HybridThe Spigen Neo Hybrid case offers a combination of hard and soft protection to keep you iPhone X safe from nicks and falls.
And, it does all that with a slick design, combining grippy PU plastic with a herringbone pattern and hard PC with a metallic paint job.
It offers design and protection both at an affordable price.Totallee Thin iPhone X CaseThis one may be one of the best looking cases we've seen for the iPhone X so far and the super thin design means the case shouldn't make your phone much bulgier in your pocket.It's uncertain how protective that vertical camera cut-out will be, but here you'll get the choice of a variety of colors including a bold blue and green.
Those aren't colors you can buy the new iPhone X in.Tech21 Evo TacticalUnlike the choice above, the Tech21 Evo Tactical won't protect the screen of your iPhone X, but you can always buy a screen protector to ensure you don't scratch up that 5.8-inch bezel-less display.The design of this case should help protect it from drops too, plus you can also use wireless charging without having to peel the case off your phone.X-Doria Defense Lux iPhone X CaseCombining style and protection, the X-Doria Defense Lux case has an anodized aluminum frame with built-in air pockets to absorb shock.In fact, the case exceeds military drop test standards, so it should keep your iPhone X safer than most, but it also looks good, not just thanks to the aforementioned metal frame, but also because of the back, which comes in a choice of ballistic nylon, black leather, carbon fiber or wood.Thats an interesting selection of materials, each of which will give the X-Doria Defense Lux case a quite different appearance to most other iPhone X covers.Incipio Esquire Slim caseWe get it, you don't want to use a case.
But if you're tossing the idea around, you might want to try the Esquire Slim case, which is one of the most low-profile options we've found so far.The fabric yields a very soft, cotton-like feel and slides into the pocket easily.
It covers each of the iPhone X's corners, but leaves the buttons exposed for ease of use.
Despite its high-quality design, this one comes surprisingly cheap.Urban Armor Gear Feather-Light Rugged CaseYou might understandably want to put protection first when buying an iPhone X case, and if so the Urban Armor Gear Feather-Light Rugged Case should make for a good option.It combines a hard outer shell with a soft, impact-resistant core, plus skid pads on the back, which add up to a case that can meet military drop test standards.It also sports a visually striking albeit rather rugged design, and as the name suggests its surprisingly light, thanks to a honeycomb structure which also aids its drop protection.Wireless charging and contactless payments also work through the case, so youre not losing any functionality.Incase Facet caseThis case features a design that strikes a nice balance between a soft, silicon case and a hard case.Unlike other cases, this one doesn't have button cutouts or pronounced areas, but they are noted for easy navigation.
This results in a low-profile option that has a slick ripple design on its back and a felt material on the inside to prevent scratches.Available in several colors, this one could be good for those who are looking for a rubbery-feeling case that isn't too loud visually.Moshi StealthCover for iPhone XThis case is slim once again, but it's made of metal and has a magnetic clasp on the side to ensure your phone screen won't easily get scratched up.It also has a military-grade drop protection certificate, so you can be certain this case will protect your iPhone X the time you inevitably drop it.OtterBox Statement Series Case for iPhone XThe OtterBox Statement Series Case at once wants to show your phone off and show itself off, as you can tell from the back, which is mostly transparent but has a large section of colored leather at the bottom.This gives the case a far more distinctive, high-end look than your average transparent case, and being from OtterBox you can trust that its well-built.
In fact, its passed over 24 tests lasting more than 238 hours to ensure it offers maximum protection.iPhone X Leather Folio CaseThis official Apple case is perhaps unsurprisingly one of the most expensive, but it goes some way to justifying the price tag, as its crafted from French leather, and unlike the Ullu case above it covers the front of the phone as well as the back, with a wallet-like design.That means you get more protection and Apples also made use of the flap on the front by adding a couple of slots, which you can use to hold cash and cards.The case will also wake your iPhone X up when you open it, and put it to sleep when closed, and it doesnt prevent the phone from being wirelessly charged.r8kMeFYc8TkRcjZgBks28E.jpg#