The best iPhone 15 cases of 2024: Expert tested

ZDNET’s editor-in-chief, Jason Hiner, ranked the Torras Ostand MagSafe case among the best iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max cases for its multifunctional, convenient design, calling it “the most versatile and innovative of the bunch.” 

The MagSafe-compatible stand features a 360-degree ring that can function as a holder or a kickstand. Plus, the magnet allows you to attach your phone to almost any metal surface to free your hands while you take videos, watch tutorials, and more. 

More: The best iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max cases you can buy 

Hiner noted that the Ostand case is sturdy but not awkward or bulky. “The case feels very solid and ready to withstand a drop, but without the massive marshmallow look and feel of most rugged cases,” he writes. 

You can get the case for all iPhone 15 models, but the color selection varies depending on which model you choose; our favorites include the blue and green color case you get with the iPhone 15 case. With military-grade drop protection of 12 feet, this case is supportive, sleek, and multifunctional. Reddit users seem to agree: spend any time on tech Reddit threads for iPhones, and you’ll see Redditors sing Torras’s praises. 

Torras Ostand MagSafe Case features: Different colors depending on which iPhone model you have | 12 feet military drop protection | Magnetic metal ring kickstand or grip

With this Speck case, you can connect your phone to MagSafe accessories like wireless chargers or phone holders in the car. Speck’s iPhone 15 phone case offers 13 feet of drop protection and a new ClickLock Interlock no-slip technology built specifically for your MagSafe attachments. A BestBuy customer wrote that the Speck is an “excellent case. I love the quality and how well it has protected my phone.”

This case comes in various colors and will keep your iPhone safe and secure. It has bezels that protect your screen and camera, drop protection sealed with armor cloud technology, and antimicrobial product protection. 

Speck Presidio2 Pro case features: Available for all iPhone 15 models | 13 feet of drop protection | Comes in eight colors 

Spigen’s Tough Armor case has been a go-to for many iPhone models over the years. Thanks to the rubber-like material, it offers fantastic screen and corner protection while feeling grippy in the hand. It also has a sleek kickstand built right in. How many phone cases have that? You can prop it up while working for easy access to emails and texts or while preparing and following a dinner recipe. 

The Spigen case comes with military-grade drop protection through Air Cushion technology, and there’s a bit more cushioning within the case to ease bumps and drops. Of course, you can also pop a wireless charger or other handy MagSafe accessories on this case. 

Users on Reddit say that Spigen cases offer immense value for their cheaper cost. If you opt for this case, you’re getting a protective case you didn’t spend too much money on. 

Spigen Tough Armor case features: Available for all iPhone 15 models | Drop protection through Air Cushion technology | Comes in green, black, gunmetal, and metal slate 

The Casetify Ultra Bounce case can withstand up to a whopping 32 feet in a single drop and 260 drops from every angle. That’s a heavy-duty protective case, and according to Casetify, it’s the strongest phone case the company has ever created. 

The case offers a six-layered rugged protection system with four ultra-bounce corners. Each layer absorbs shock upon a drop, and compression ribs are built into the bumper archings for structural support. There’s a raised camera ring, a built-in lens cover, plus three layers of Ecoshock material on the interior case and backplate. It’s also MagSafe compatible, so you can quickly hook up your wireless chargers. Plus, you can customize your case with different colors, names, and fonts. 

Most users on Reddit say that while the cases are protective and cute, many can’t justify the high price. 

Casetify Ultra Bounce case features: Available for all iPhone 15 models | Drop protection of up to 32 feet | Comes in one case color but has hundreds of designs to choose from 

If you plan on buying your new iPhone, screen protectors, and case all in one Apple Store visit, you’d be wise to pick up the Tech21 FlexPro case. This durable phone case is sold by Apple and features a glow-in-the-dark MagSafe ring to make it easier to find your phone, even in the dark.

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ZDNet contributor Adrian Kingsley-Hughes tested the FlexPro and found it to be a standout in its category. Hughes described the case as rugged and stylish and waxed poetic about its durability.

“This case can also take quite a beating. In the few months that I’ve owned the iPhone 15 Pro Max, I’ve dropped it quite a few times, and I feel like some of those drops could have been bad news if it wasn’t for this case. I’ve dropped it on rocks and concrete and even seen it slide down hills and bump downstairs. Thankfully, the case means there’s not a scratch on my phone,” Kingsley-Hughes wrote in his review. 

The FlexPro has an overall rating of 4.3/5 on Google User Reviews, with people noting that the case was well-built and offered good protection for their device. Tech21 describes it as their most “advanced” case and offers up to 20 feet of drop protection. The case also has a lanyard to add to its safety features.

Tech21 FlexPro case features: Made for all iPhone 15 models | Sustainable bio-spice ingredient | MagSafe compatible | Anti-yellowing technology | 100% recycled packaging

For those looking to cover their new iPhone with supportive and stylish cases, Burga has a collection of options ranging from lightweight snap-on cases to CloudGuard shock-absorbing cases. ZDNET’s associate editor, Daniella Ramirez, tested the Burga Elite MagSafe case using her iPhone 13 and lauded it for its looks. She described it as “pretty and durable,” and called it a great pick for your new iPhone 15. 

Burga’s Elite MagSafe case boasts double-layer protection—a hard-shell plastic exterior and a silicone interior absorb the shock of a drop. Raised bezels provide an additional layer of protection for your screen and camera if you drop your phone, and the MagSafe attachment allows you to secure your favorite portable chargers or wallets. 

Overall, the Burga case provides adequate protection, but Ramirez noted that the material could be more sustainable. “While the case is a little overpriced for the quality, in terms of sturdiness and with a plethora of design options, it is perfect for those prioritizing basic protection and value style in their accessories,” she writes. 

Burga cases come in over 200 designs that are easily customizable. For an added layer of insurance, Burga offers a 12-month warranty. 

Burga Elite MagSafe case features: Available for all iPhone 15 models | Comes in over 200 designs