18 Top iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Cases That Combine Style and Functionality

Updated Oct. 6 with more iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro cases.

Apple’s class of 2024 iPhones have arrived. The iPhone 16 series consists of four new models all slightly different in size from each other and from last year’s iPhones. The iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch display, and the iPhone 16 Plus screen measures 6.7-inches. Both phones are almost identical in size to the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus.

But no, your old case won’t fit because there’s a new button on the latest models, the Camera Control, and the old mute/ring switch has now become the Action Button which is a different shape. And anyway, do you really want to put your brand-new phone in a year-old case?

Most, but not all, cases have a gap where the Camera Control sits but a select few have a special cover that works with the button which is a hybrid of a mechanical and a touch-sensitive control.

The other two iPhones are the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, with 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch screens respectively—that last one is the biggest screen yet on an iPhone. These sizes are new so, again, you’ll need a new case. That’s settled then. Next, you need to decide whether you want protection that just clads the back of the phone, and whether you want something bulky but rugged or slim but less protective. Or maybe a wraparound case that holds the phone like a wallet, with space for cards and cash. You could choose a sleeve so that you can slide it out of its protection when you need it. All these types of case, and more, are below.

Great Protection

Mous Limitless 6.0 $64.99 from mous.co
Fits iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
Mous makes exceptional cases that are highly protective, thanks to the company’s bespoke AiroShock material, without being excessively bulky. The Limitless is the flagship protective case and has reinforced corners and a rigid build. The lip around the long edges of the case is tapered, so you don’t feel them against your face when talking on the phone, but the corners and edges are safe. There are nine different finishes to choose from, including aramid fiber, black leather, walnut, and bamboo. Limitless 6.0 is 25% thinner than the version it replaces, without sacrificing protection.

Smooth Leather Sleeve

Harber Slim Pull Sleeve
$79 from harberlondon.com
Fits iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
Another sleeve but this time with a super-soft, smooth finish that’s appealing both to the eye and the touch. At the back it has a slot for credit cards, though these need to be removed before charging the phone wirelessly, or you can slide the phone out of the case, of course. And that’s easily done, because there’s a pull tab which pops the phone out fast. Choose from tan, black, navy, or deep brown.

Apple’s Classic Case

Apple Silicone Case with MagSafe
$49 from apple.com
Fits iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
This case is hard to beat. Made by Apple, so a perfect fit is guaranteed, and with a smooth but non-slippery finish so it’ll stay in your hand. Because it’s Apple’s own, it sports the same brilliant Camera Control cover that other cases wish they had. Apple refreshes the colors every year and the new season introduces us to three quiet colors, denim, lake green, and stone gray. There’s the livelier plum and three unmissable options, fuchsia, star fruit, and ultramarine. There’s also black for those who want something discreet.

Suede Or Smooth Folio

Snakehive Vintage Leather Wallet
$39.99 from snakehive.com
Fits iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
Snakehive’s cases are handmade in Britain and come in two different finishes. If you pick navy, black, bottle green or gray, for instance, there’s a suede-like feel outside, smooth leather on the interior. The Metro wallet (same price, same product page) is the same design but with a smooth finish and comes in jet black and rich tan. All have space for credit cards and cash, plus a clever design that lets you prop the iPhone up for watching video.

Simple Leather Case

Mujjo Full Leather
$59 from mujjo.com
Fits iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
This case is made from Danish calfskin with a finish that’s tanned without water in a strikingly different technique. The result is it’s almost smooth, and because it’s uncoated, there’s just enough grippiness left to ensure a safe hold. The patina changes over time. The leather sits proud enough to protect the display underneath and the surround for the camera is metal as are the button coverings—there’s a gap for the camera control. Mujjo’s cases use some recycled materials as a commitment to sustainability.

Great Budget Buy

Smartish Gripmunk with Magsafe
$19.99 from smartish.com
Fits iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
Although this case has a bargain price, it still has decent protection, including lips on the sides of the phone and the camera island, plus air pocket corners. The edges have a grippy feel and the back, while smooth, is not slippery. Build quality is good and it comes in two clear versions and other colors, some of which cost $5 more.

Opulent Folio

Nomad Leather Folio Horween
$90 from nomadgoods.com
Fits iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
Nomad is another brand with an impeccable track record for making products that are handsome, well-crafted, and effective. This folio has a magnetic clasp to hold it shut, and the inside, leather-lined, has three slots for cards and a place for cash. The case has decent protection and looks and feels sensational. This case is for Pro versions and comes in black, rustic brown, and a limited-edition green chrome finish.

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