Best Cases for Your iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro in 2024

Speck has many options for the iPhone 14 line, including such popular transparent models as the Presidio Perfect-Clear and Perfect-Clear Grips and the Presidio2 Pro. Speck's cases with built-in MagSafe cost around $50. 

All the new models have good drop protection (13 to 16 feet, depending on the model) as well as Speck's Microban antimicrobial protection. No matter which model you choose, Speck often gives a discount for first-time buyers.

The ESR Classic Kickstand case is not your typical clear case with an integrated kickstand. That's because the kickstand doesn't flip out the backside of the case at the bottom. Instead, it serves as a protective ring around your camera lenses when it's retracted and not in use. You can also step up to a newer version of the case with MagSafe support for around $15 more.

MagSafe cases can get pretty pricey, but if you're looking for an inexpensive clear MagSafe case for your new iPhone 14 series phone, Spigen's Ultra Hybrid MagFit is a good value at around $24. Spigen also sells a non-Mag version of this case for about $7 less and also has several other iPhone 14 case options. 

OtterBox made a name for itself with its super-protective Defender series case, but most people want something less bulky these days. I like the Symmetry Series Plus cases, which come in various shades (including the new Euphoria color shown here) and have MagSafe compatibility. The Symmetry Plus Pop case integrates a PopSockets PopGrip and is compatible with wireless charging, which is important. OtterBox offers a discount for first-time buyers on its site.

Caseology has made some decent budget cases in the past, including the NanoPop, Parallax, Skyfall and Vault. Its new Capella Mag Clear is one of the cheaper transparent MagSafe cases we've seen.

Peak Design's Everyday cases are MagSafe-compatible in that you can connect a MagSafe wireless charging puck and other magnetic MagSafe-compatible accessories to the case, including wireless charging batteries, wallets and more. They have Peak Design's own built-in magnetic locking system -- the company calls it SlimLink -- that connects to a wide assortment of Peak Design's mobile mounts and accessories. That includes bike mounts, charging stands, tripods, car mounts and more. The only accessory I don't recommend is the wallet, which doesn't lock onto the case and doesn't stick to it that securely.

When you combine Peak Design's accessories with all the MagSafe accessories out there, you certainly get a lot of accessory options to choose from. The cases start at $32 and come in three versions, one with a loop built into it that you can slip your finger into for added security (to keep you from dropping your phone).

Lupa Legacy makes a couple of different wallet cases for the iPhone 14 models. I like the folio version that has a magnetic clasp and is made of faux leather in a variety of color options. It has three slots on the inside of the cover to store credit cards or cash, and it offers decent corner protection from drops. The faux leather looks decent (the case looks a little more expensive than it is, which is a good thing).

The only drawback is that there's no MagSafe built into the case and the case doesn't convert into a kickstand. You can charge your phone on a wireless charging pad just fine.

One of my favorite iPhone cases right now is the Otterbox Lumen, a two-tone case that's partially clear at the top (it's sort of an ombre case) and has grippy silicone rubber on the sides. It comes in a few color options, including the metallic beige shown here (the blue and silver seem cool).

The Figura is a bit slimmer but is also eye-catching and available in a few interesting color combos. Both cases are MagSafe-enabled and sold exclusively at Apple and Otterbox.com.