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Best iPhone SE cases how to protect your iPhone By Mark Knapp published 20 July 2022 Grab one of the best iPhone SE cases with the money you saved PRICE VERDICT REASONS TO BUY REASONS TO AVOID VERDICT REASONS TO BUY REASONS TO AVOID Included in this guide:1SpigenUltra Hybrid for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)2SpeckPresidio Grip for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)3DockemWallet Case for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)4JETechCase for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)5AppleSilicone Case for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)6i-BlasonCosmo Series for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)7LifeproofFre for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)8SpigenTough Armor for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)9FYYLeather Case for iPhone SECheck Price (opens in new tab)10ELESNOWCase for iPhone SE 2020Check Price (opens in new tab) (Image credit: Apple) The useful thing about picking out one of the best iPhone SE cases is that they work just as well for the iPhone SE 2 as they do the iPhone SE 3. Thanks to both phones having the same body, you have plenty of options when it comes to Apple's affordable iPhone. It's a good idea to keep your iPhone SE safe from any knocks or blows, as well as the risk of a nasty drop, which is why you need a case. The iPhone SE cases below will keep your Apple smartphone safe from any knocks or bumps, while also looking good too. We've also looked at iPhone SE cases that offer extras like working as a wallet so they're more practical too. Whatever you decide on, the best iPhone SE cases will keep your iPhone SE safe for years to come, even if you're clumsy sometimes. Not sure if any of these are for you? Many of the best iPhone 8 cases (and the iPhone 7 too) work with the iPhone SE so check those guides for more inspiration. We haven't had all of the iPhone SE cases in our test labs, but based on our experts' opinion and knowledge of the most reputable brands around, we think these are worth looking at. Our selections take into account online reviews, brand reputation, product capability, or unique features, to help you pick through the maze of choices available to you. Best iPhone SE cases (Image credit: Spigen) (opens in new tab) 1 Spigen Ultra HybridStyle to match your phonespecificationsColourBlackConditionNewToday's Best DealsView at Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Affordable Protection+Clear back Reasons to avoid-No added functionality The Spigen Ultra Hybrid case offers classic protection for your iPhone SE without going overboard. The case wraps around your phone with a soft TPU bumper that protects it from drops on all sides by absorbing shock. The edges are raised as well, so it can handle a drop onto flat surfaces without letting the screen or camera hit the ground. The rear of the case features a hard, clear polycarbonate that lets your phone show through or that you can use to display your own art. (Image credit: Speck) (opens in new tab) 2 Speck Presidio GripExtra confidence in your handToday's Best DealsCheck Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Added Grip+Dual-layered Reasons to avoid-Basic style There are two things you should really want your iPhone SE case to protect from: bad falls and falling in the first place. The Speck Presidio Grip has both covered. This case combines hard polycabonate and Speck's own Impactium rubber to protect your phone from drops up to 10 feet above the ground. Of course, grip is in the name, so Speck has added rubber ridges around the case to give your hand better purchase on the sides of the phone. (Image credit: Dockem) (opens in new tab) 3 Dockem Wallet CaseHold your phone and a couple of extrasspecificationsColourBrownConditionNewToday's Best DealsView at Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Classy look+Card holders Reasons to avoid-Open bottom-Small lip If you like to just grab your phone and go, the Dockem iPhone SE case might be for you. This case has a simple, leather aesthetic that offers some minor protection and a style upgrade at the same time. It may not be the most protective because of its open bottom and lack of much lip to guard the display, but it has a handy extra. The rear of the case has two card slots, so you can ditch your wallet and keep your ID and credit card handy wherever you go. (Image credit: Jetech) (opens in new tab) 4 JETech CaseAs affordable as it getsspecificationsColourGreyConditionNewToday's Best DealsView at Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Super cheap+Clear design Reasons to avoid-Very basic If you just want to rest easy knowing your iPhone SE is protected without going overboard and paying a bunch extra, then check out the JETech case. This case offers a basic combination of soft TPU and hard polycarbonate for a case that stays snug on your iPhone SE while offering durable protection on all sides. The case is also entirely clear, so you won't be hiding the looks of your iPhone SE. (Image credit: Apple) (opens in new tab) 5 Apple Silicone CaseA sure fitspecificationsColourBlackToday's Best DealsView at Best Buy (opens in new tab)View at Best Buy (opens in new tab)Check Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Apple designed+Microfiber lining Reasons to avoid-Apple prices-Basic Sometimes it's easier to trust Apple to get it just right when making an accessory for an Apple product. Toward that end, there's the Apple Silicone Case. This is a fairly basic case, with silicone that wraps around the back and sides of the phone for simple drop protection. It has a soft-touch finish to avoid any sticky feeling that some silicone cases can have, and it's thin enough to support wireless charging while on the phone. It costs a lot more than similar cases, but you can rest assured in Apple's quality control. (Image credit: i-Blason) (opens in new tab) 6 i-Blason Cosmo SeriesTough and flashyspecificationsConditionNewToday's Best DealsView at Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Serious protection+Stylish Reasons to avoid-Adds thickness You don't have to settle for a case that just brings protection to your phone. The i-Blason Cosmo Series cases add both style and protection. You can find a number of different looks, but you'll be getting serious defense as well. i-Blason manages this with multiple parts that layer together for shock absorption and scratch resistance. The protective front casing even has a built-in screen protector, keeping one of the most vulnerable parts of your phone extra safe. As a bonus, i-Blason also has a number of matching cases for AirPods and Apple Watch. (Image credit: Lifeproof) (opens in new tab) 7 Lifeproof FreMaximum protectionToday's Best DealsCheck Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Fully sealed+Serious protection Reasons to avoid-Chunky-Expensive If you don't mind spending a bit of extra money and adding some extra bulk to make sure your iPhone SE is secure, then check out the Lifeproof Fre case. This case fully enclosed your iPhone SE to protect it from whatever you might encounter. It guards against drops from up to two meters, and it can go down to two meters underwater for up to an hour. It certainly adds some bulk to the phone, but that may be worth it for the peace of mind. (Image credit: Spigen) (opens in new tab) 8 Spigen Tough ArmorTough meets affordablespecificationsColourRedConditionNewToday's Best DealsView at Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Compelling price+Built-in stand Reasons to avoid-Thick Spigen's Tough Armor case is just what it sounds like. This affordable case offers up serious protection by combining a hard, polycarbonate shell to resist abrasion with a TPU bumper for drop protection on all sides. While many cases use that combination, the Tough Armor case also adds in a layer of Impact Foam to further absorb the shock of a drop. And, even with all those layers, it's only adding 0.1 inches of extra thickness to the iPhone SE, so it can continue to work with wireless charging. As an added bonus, the case includes a kickstand on the back, so you can set it up to enjoy content hands-free on your iPhone SE. (Image credit: FYY) (opens in new tab) 9 FYY Leather CaseFolio for lifespecificationsColourRedConditionNewToday's Best DealsView at Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Wallet case+Multi-function Reasons to avoid-Tight cash slot There are a lot of perks to a folio case like the FYY Leather Case. This case combines a soft shell for the iPhone SE itself, holding it secure in the folio case and protecting its sides from drops. Meanwhile, the folio includes a magnetic clasp to help keep the front closed over the display for 360-degree protection. The front of the folio has three card holders and a cash slot, though this type of folio case tends not to have a lot of room for many bills. The case also can double as a stand, giving you an easy way to watch content on your iPhone SE. The case isn't just protecting your phone either, as its RFID blocking will keep your cards safe as well. (Image credit: Elesnow) 10 Elesnow CaseBig and boldToday's Best DealsCheck Amazon (opens in new tab) Reasons to buy+Secure magnetic closure+Doubles as a wallet Reasons to avoid-Bulky If you want a case that lets you store more than your iPhone, the Elesnow case is a good-sized wallet. It has room for two cards and some cash, along with your iPhone SE. It's a comfy fit with premium leather and TPU ensuring your phone is protected from all the usual bumps and drops it could suffer from. It's also possible to use the case in a stand-up position which can be helpful if you want to watch video content, plus it all looks rather smart for the price tag.The best iPhone screen protectors you can buy right now You might also want to check out the best iPhone 12 Pro Max cases (opens in new tab).Round up of today's best dealsReduced Price (opens in new tab)Spigen Ultra Hybrid for iPhone SE (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$24.99 (opens in new tab)$13.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)See all prices (opens in new tab)Dockem Wallet Case for iPhone SE (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$15.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)See all prices (opens in new tab)JETech Case for iPhone SE (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$8.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)See all pricesReduced Price (opens in new tab)Apple Silicone Case for iPhone SE (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$34.99 (opens in new tab)$20.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)See all prices (opens in new tab)i-Blason Cosmo Series for iPhone SE (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$18.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)See all pricesReduced Price (opens in new tab)Spigen Tough Armor for iPhone SE (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$39.99 (opens in new tab)$17.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)See all prices (opens in new tab)FYY Leather Case for iPhone SE (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)$19.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)See all pricesWe check over 250 million products every day for the best pricespowered by Mark KnappOver the last several years, Mark has been tasked as a writer, an editor, and a manager, interacting with published content from all angles. 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