The Best iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro Cases

If you have dreams of TikTok or YouTube stardom, make sure you're ready for your close-up with a LuMee Halo by Case-Mate, which add a Halo Studio light on the front and back of the case.

Its rechargeable battery offers up to 30 minutes of lighting at full brightness, and it's compatible with wireless charging.

For the look and feel of leather without the heft, this Bellroy case promises a buttery soft exterior made of leather and flexible polymer that wraps your iPhone 12 in a soft microfiber lining.

This super-slim case comes in seven colors, including lemon (pictured) and coral.

If you spring for a colorful iPhone 12, show it off with a clear case.

The Iridescent swirl effect on the Case-Mate Soap Bubble adds a little something extra, while antimicrobial protection works to keep germs at bay.

For butterfingers, the case should survive drops up to 10 feet.

It's not quite as strong (or heavy) as actual marble, but this Casely case gives fashionable iPhone fans the marble aesthetic in a slim frame.

The ergonomic pattern on the back of the Caseology Parallax adds style and extra grip protection, while a raised lip guards against screen cracks.

It offers military-grade drop protection, meaning it has to withstand drops onto its face, edge, and corner 26 times from a height of 48 inches onto steel backed by concrete without any damage.

For a subtle pop of color, the silicon Caseology Nano Pop features a solid color on the back complemented by a colored ring around the camera and matching tone on the inside of the case.

(Black/aqua and red/tan combos are also available on the Caseology website.)

For eco-conscious iPhone owners, this "leather" case from Casetify is made of biodegradable vegan leather.

Get it in one of eight color options, and give it a custom look by adding a monogram.

For something a little more durable, this Casetify case offers 9.8-feet of drop protection, courtesy of the company's qìtech shock-absorbing material.

It too offers the option for a monogram or initial, while its anti-microbial coating should appeal to germaphobes.

For a minimalist, professional look, this Caudable case offers shock absorption and drop protection up to 6.6 feet.

It's compatible with wireless charging.

The clear back on ESR case shows off your iPhone 12's color, while its shock-absorbing corners protect it from cracks.

A raised bezel around the camera guards against scratches.

It supports wireless charging and also comes in black or navy blue.

The grip protection on this Incipio case works to keep your iPhone 12 firmly in hand.

If it does take a tumble, though, Incipio promises drop protection up to 14 feet, plus a raised-edge bezel to guard against scratches.

Antimicrobial technology fights off germs.

It’s compatible with wireless charging. 

Open up for a surprise.

This Incipio case features a slide-out compartment where you can store up to three cards—driver's license, hotel keycard, credit card, or whatever else you need to take with you.

It also feaures 14 feet of drop protection and an antimicrobial surface.

The Mous Limitless 3.0 case features a slot to store an extra sim card, while an eyelet supports a wrist strap for when you need both hands.

It's compatible with any Qi wireless charging pads, and will charge via the Apple MagSafe connector, though it won't snap on magnetically (more on that here).

Slide your credit cards and ID into the back of this case from Mujjo, which sports vegetable-tanned leather that's intended to look better over time.

"The color becomes richer and the character comes through as you use it and abuse it – every stain, every scratch makes it yours, and unique to you," the company says.

If you're a PopSockets fan, this Otterbox case comes with the circular grip built in.

You're not stuck with one style, though; twist to remove and swap in different styles depending on your mood.

Every case comes with the basic PopTop, plus a PopTop of your choice.

The case works with Qi Wireless charging, though Otterbox warns that you may need to remove the PopTop.

Raised edges protect the camera and screen.

For barely-there protection that shows off the back of your iPhone, this Ringke case features a see-through panel on the back and protective bumper around the edge to guard against scratches and drops.

The matte back on the Ringke Onyx will keep fingerprints away, while raised sections on each corner help you keep a grip on your iPhone 12.

Metallic-style button covers provide extra protection, while lanyard holes allow you to attach a hand or neck strap.

For a pop of color, this pink, scratch-resistant case from Speck offers 8-foot drop protection, raised bezels to protect against scratches and face-drown drops, while antimicrobial protection wards off germs.

If you prefer a tighter hold on your iPhone 12, the Speck Presidio2 Grip offers grips on either side, while the company's Presidio2 Armor Cloud technology promises to protect your phone "like an airbag" on drops up to 13 feet.

A Microban coating offers protection against stains and odor-causing bacteria.

We may be heading into winter, but the pastel colors and watercolor roses on the Speck Presidio Edition case will remind you of spring whenever you reach for your phone.

It offers drop protection up to 13 feet, a raised bezel to protect against cracks and face-down drops, and Microban antimicrobial protection.

You'll barely notice the Spigen Liquid Crystal case, which snaps on for unobtrusive, anti-slip protection.

This Spigen case offers anti-shock protection to guard against falls, while a kickstand lets you keep an eye on notifications or take a FaceTime call hands-free.

Don't want to bulk up your new iPhone? Totallee's minimalist case is just 0.02 inches thick and adds a raised lip around the camera to prevent lens damage.

If your phone takes a beating during the day, this Urban Armor case offers two-layer MIL-SPEC protection, plus wireless charging compatibility and six color options.

If you have dreams of TikTok or YouTube stardom, make sure you're ready for your close-up with a LuMee Halo by Case-Mate, which add a Halo Studio light on the front and back of the case.

Its rechargeable battery offers up to 30 minutes of lighting at full brightness, and it's compatible with wireless charging.

For the look and feel of leather without the heft, this Bellroy case promises a buttery soft exterior made of leather and flexible polymer that wraps your iPhone 12 in a soft microfiber lining.

This super-slim case comes in seven colors, including lemon (pictured) and coral.

If you spring for a colorful iPhone 12, show it off with a clear case.

The Iridescent swirl effect on the Case-Mate Soap Bubble adds a little something extra, while antimicrobial protection works to keep germs at bay.

For butterfingers, the case should survive drops up to 10 feet.

It's not quite as strong (or heavy) as actual marble, but this Casely case gives fashionable iPhone fans the marble aesthetic in a slim frame.

The ergonomic pattern on the back of the Caseology Parallax adds style and extra grip protection, while a raised lip guards against screen cracks.

It offers military-grade drop protection, meaning it has to withstand drops onto its face, edge, and corner 26 times from a height of 48 inches onto steel backed by concrete without any damage.

For a subtle pop of color, the silicon Caseology Nano Pop features a solid color on the back complemented by a colored ring around the camera and matching tone on the inside of the case.

(Black/aqua and red/tan combos are also available on the Caseology website.)

For eco-conscious iPhone owners, this "leather" case from Casetify is made of biodegradable vegan leather.

Get it in one of eight color options, and give it a custom look by adding a monogram.

For something a little more durable, this Casetify case offers 9.8-feet of drop protection, courtesy of the company's qìtech shock-absorbing material.

It too offers the option for a monogram or initial, while its anti-microbial coating should appeal to germaphobes.

For a minimalist, professional look, this Caudable case offers shock absorption and drop protection up to 6.6 feet.

It's compatible with wireless charging.

The clear back on ESR case shows off your iPhone 12's color, while its shock-absorbing corners protect it from cracks.

A raised bezel around the camera guards against scratches.

It supports wireless charging and also comes in black or navy blue.

The grip protection on this Incipio case works to keep your iPhone 12 firmly in hand.

If it does take a tumble, though, Incipio promises drop protection up to 14 feet, plus a raised-edge bezel to guard against scratches.

Antimicrobial technology fights off germs.

It’s compatible with wireless charging. 

Open up for a surprise.

This Incipio case features a slide-out compartment where you can store up to three cards—driver's license, hotel keycard, credit card, or whatever else you need to take with you.

It also feaures 14 feet of drop protection and an antimicrobial surface.

The Mous Limitless 3.0 case features a slot to store an extra sim card, while an eyelet supports a wrist strap for when you need both hands.

It's compatible with any Qi wireless charging pads, and will charge via the Apple MagSafe connector, though it won't snap on magnetically (more on that here).

Slide your credit cards and ID into the back of this case from Mujjo, which sports vegetable-tanned leather that's intended to look better over time.

"The color becomes richer and the character comes through as you use it and abuse it – every stain, every scratch makes it yours, and unique to you," the company says.

If you're a PopSockets fan, this Otterbox case comes with the circular grip built in.

You're not stuck with one style, though; twist to remove and swap in different styles depending on your mood.

Every case comes with the basic PopTop, plus a PopTop of your choice.

The case works with Qi Wireless charging, though Otterbox warns that you may need to remove the PopTop.

Raised edges protect the camera and screen.

For barely-there protection that shows off the back of your iPhone, this Ringke case features a see-through panel on the back and protective bumper around the edge to guard against scratches and drops.

The matte back on the Ringke Onyx will keep fingerprints away, while raised sections on each corner help you keep a grip on your iPhone 12.

Metallic-style button covers provide extra protection, while lanyard holes allow you to attach a hand or neck strap.

For a pop of color, this pink, scratch-resistant case from Speck offers 8-foot drop protection, raised bezels to protect against scratches and face-drown drops, while antimicrobial protection wards off germs.

If you prefer a tighter hold on your iPhone 12, the Speck Presidio2 Grip offers grips on either side, while the company's Presidio2 Armor Cloud technology promises to protect your phone "like an airbag" on drops up to 13 feet.

A Microban coating offers protection against stains and odor-causing bacteria.

We may be heading into winter, but the pastel colors and watercolor roses on the Speck Presidio Edition case will remind you of spring whenever you reach for your phone.

It offers drop protection up to 13 feet, a raised bezel to protect against cracks and face-down drops, and Microban antimicrobial protection.

You'll barely notice the Spigen Liquid Crystal case, which snaps on for unobtrusive, anti-slip protection.

This Spigen case offers anti-shock protection to guard against falls, while a kickstand lets you keep an eye on notifications or take a FaceTime call hands-free.

Don't want to bulk up your new iPhone? Totallee's minimalist case is just 0.02 inches thick and adds a raised lip around the camera to prevent lens damage.

If your phone takes a beating during the day, this Urban Armor case offers two-layer MIL-SPEC protection, plus wireless charging compatibility and six color options.