Best Samsung Galaxy S23 cases in 2024 (2024)

1. Case-Mate Pelican Ranger

Best overall case

Colors: Matte Black
Materials: Impact Polymer
Weight: 2.89 ounces

+ Super sleek design
+ Sturdy and durable
+ Wireless charging supported
+ Cushioned corners
- Just one color

Available in any color as long as it's black, the Pelican Ranger offers a sleek design and military grade 15-foot drop protection for your $799 phone. Made of scratch resistant material, this Galaxy S23 case also has raised edges to protect that all-important camera lens and cushioned corners. The Pelican Ranger looks great but still offers some of the best durability on the market, and at a reasonable price, too.

2. Spigen Optik Armor

Best cheap case

Colors: Black
Materials: Polycarbonate, thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 1.4 ounces

+ Camera slider
+ Great value
+ Lightweight
- There are more durable options

For just $20, this lightweight Galaxy S23 case is hard to beat. Sporting a dedicated camera slider to protect those precious rear lenses and weighing just 1.4 ounces, this is a case that you can take with you anywhere. While still made of tough stuff, the lightweight nature of the Optik Armor makes it slightly less rugged than other cases on this list and its mix of different designs across multiple layers looks slightly odd.

3. UAG Monarch Pro

Most durable case

Colors: Carbon Fiber
Materials: Polycarbonate, Carbon Fiber, Leather, Rubber
Weight: 1.6 ounces

+ Incredible protection
+ Lanyard anchor
+ 25ft drop protection
- Pricey

UAG may have built the perfect case for those of us who have left a trail of damaged and broken smartphones in our wake — as long as you don't mind your phone resembling the Batmobile. The Monarch Pro offers five layers of protection and 25-foot drop protection. With a built-in lanyard anchor, this is the perfect phone to attach to your body when hiking or taking part in something more extreme. You can charge the phone wirelessly, with support for MagSafe charging as well.

4. ZAGG Gear4 Denali

Eco-friendly all rounder

While it may not have an impressive range of bright and breezy colors, the ZAGG Gear4 Denali ticks pretty much every box you would look for in a phone case. The Denali Offers 16-foot drop protection and is coated in D30, the same plant-based material used by soldiers, football helmets, and even in Usain Bolt's insoles. This is a rugged all-action case that is conscious of the environment, as it's made of 50% recycled plastic.

5. Galaxy S23 S-View Wallet Case

Samsung's best Galaxy S23 case

Colors: Black, cream, green, lavender
Materials: Polyurethane, Polycarbonate
Weight: TBA

+ Window lock screen
+ Card slot
+ Bright design in matching colors
- Cover doesn't stay closed

The Galaxy S23 S-View wallet case comes straight from Samsung, combining a phone case with a wallet that includes a slot for one card. This case also offers a mini-window even when shut so you can control music, answer calls and view your notifications. The cover of the S-View case doesn't stay closed, which can leave your screen vulnerable, but it's hard to ignore how practical this option is.

6. Mous Clarity 2.0 case for Galaxy S23

Best clear case

Colors: Clear
Materials: Thermoplastic Polyurethane, Polycarbonate
Weight: 2.11 ounces

+ Thin and light
+ Wireless charging
+ Anti-yellowing UV technology
- Only one layer of protection

If you want to show off the beauty of your new Samsung Galaxy S23 — and we wouldn't blame you if you do — consider a clear case Like the Mous Clarity 2.0. While thin, it still offers an impressive level of protection with AiroShock technology, which is designed to absorb the impact of drops. Eyelets for a wrist strap help you stay connected to your phone at all times and MagSafe charging is supported for third-party wireless chargers.

7. Speck Presidio 2 Grip Case

Easy to hold case

Colors: Black, Charcoal Grey, Blue
Materials: Polycarbonate
Weight: 2.99 ounces

+ No-slip grips
+ 13-foot drop protection
+ Antimicrobial treatment from Microban
+ Wireless charging
- Bland look

With no-slip grips and a soft-touch finish, Speck's Presidio 2 case for the Galaxy S23 is one you won't want to let go of. Even if you do drop it, airbag-style cushions offer up to 13 feet of drop protection. A raised bezel prevents scratches should it land facedown and a raised camera ring protects the lenses on rear impacts. Microban antimicrobial treatment offers a 99% reduction in stain and odor-causing bacteria, keeping your case in top shape.

8. Bellroy Leather Case

Best leather case

Colors: Black, Bluestone, Terra cotta
Materials: Eco-tanned leather, polymer
Weight: 1.16 ounces

+ Premium finish
+ Colors pair well with the S23
+ Wireless charging support
- Leather is hard to hold onto

Bellroy always manages to come up with a beautiful leather home for your phone, and the case maker has done so again with this best Samsung Galaxy S23 cases contender. Made from eco-tanned leather with polymer edges and a soft interior microfiber lining to cushion your phone from drops, this is a solid choice of case. We would love some easy grip areas, however, as leather can obviously be slightly slippery at times.

9. Casetify Ultra Impact case

Best choice of designs

Colors: More than 40 different designs
Materials: Polycarbonate
Weight: TBA

+ Plenty of designs to choose from
+ Durable
+ Partially recycled materials
- Heavy
- Expensive compared to other cases

With dozens of designs, the Casetify Ultra Impact is the Galaxy S23 case to get if you want to express yourself. It's not just about style either, as Casetify drop-tests the Ultra Impact at up to 11.5 feet. The case supports wireless charging as well. A $72 asking price is steep compared to some of the other Galaxy S23 case options, but if standing out is important to you, the Ultra Impact may be worth the price.

Andy Sansom