The iPhone 11 is now two generations old, but only a select few like to upgrade every year, so there’s a chance you’re holding onto one. Regardless of the model you own, it’s essential you shield it from damage, which can be done by investing in a high-quality, durable case. The best iPhone 11 cases will protect your device against scratches, cracks and dents.

Yes, some phones are tougher than earlier models tended to be, but if you don’t want to wind up in a bad situation, you need a case that guards your phone — and does it well. That doesn’t always come cheap. Hence why most of my picks for best iPhone 11 cases, including for the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max, tend to be pricier than the typical case you’ll find on Amazon for $20 or less. Consider this a best-of-the-best iPhone 11 case list.

Apple’s iPhone 11 comes in a variety of colors you may want to show off, so I’ve also included a number of translucent cases. They all have precise cutouts that won’t hinder your use of the phone (particularly the camera lens) and which offer extra protection if you drop it on a hard surface.

Because I want you to find the perfect fit for your needs and preferences, there are a lot of iPhone cases here. If you’re looking for a slim case, a folio case, a grip case, a case with a raised bezel or precise cutouts, a case that doesn’t interfere with your wireless charger, a case that protects your camera lens, one with button covers or even one made from genuine leather, I’ve got you. Read on for the best iPhone 11 cases.

Read more: Best Cases for iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro

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The company’s super protective Defender series case is available for all the iPhone 11 models, but most people want an iPhone case that’s slimmer. The Symmetry series is slim with beveled edges, making it a good mix of sleek and protective. A raised bumper helps act as a screen protector (though I would still recommend getting a tempered glass screen protector if you can). Multiple colors are available, including symmetry clear as well as the symmetry plus pop case, which integrates a PopSockets PopGrip. 

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If you’re looking for a cheap clear case for your iPhone 11, Spigen’s Ultra Hybrid is a good value at around $11-$15, depending on which version of iPhone 11 you have. No drop rating is listed for the case, but it feels like Spigen transparent cases offer reasonable protection (if you want even stronger protection, consider shelling out $30 more for the Spigen Tough Armor case), and it should appeal to folks who want a case that’s neither too thin nor too thick (Speck’s clear case is a bit thicker and does seem more protective). Unlike the Tough Armor, a lot of these cheaper clear cases have a habit of turning yellow over time (and becoming less translucent), but they’re cheap enough that you probably won’t mind shelling out for a transparent case replacement if that happens. 

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I was pleasantly surprised by Clckr’s cases, which feature a built-in kickstand and grip strap that folds out and clicks into place on the back of your phone. Clckr sells just the stand/strap accessory to stick on the back of your phone (or on a case), but the iPhone case with the integrated kickstand accessory is better and comes in a few different styles, including clear and faux carbon fiber versions (Personally I like the blue). I would say the cases are super protective but they’re protective enough, with raised edges to protect the screen.

With the stand clicked in place, you can use your device hands-free in either portrait or landscape mode. Note that you can wirelessly charge your phone with this case on, though you have to be more careful about placing it in the right spot on a wireless charging pad for it to work. 

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Mous makes several cases that have eye-catching designs, including thin case models finished in leather and wood. They’re all lined with the company’s AiroShock material that, according to the company, delivers excellent protection in a slim design. They do seem durable and all include a lifetime warranty.

I liked the speckled leather case (pictured above, left), but Mous’ Limitless 3.0 line — the bamboo case on the right — is compatible with the company’s Limitless 3.0 accessories, which include a wallet that magnetically adheres to the back of the case and a couple of mounts, one of which is an air-vent mount for your car. 

It’s also worth noting that these Mous cases are the only ones I’ve seen that have a SIM card storage slot on the inside of the smartphone case for international travelers in the habit of swapping SIM cards.

Cases start at $39.

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iFace cases are hugely popular in Japan but aren’t so well known in the US. With their oversized rounded edges and plenty of fun colors to choose from, these TPU cases certainly stand out from the crowd and are quite protective. The First Class (pictured above in red and green) is available in a variety of colors and costs $22.

One of the newer phone case models — the Reflection ($30) — has a transparent back that’s made of tempered glass. It’s available with several different trim color options.

On Amazon, iFace cases are currently being discounted by 10% with a clickable coupon.

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Skech’s Vortex iPhone 11 case has a soft-to-the-touch finish and an integrated flip-out metal ring kickstand, and it adheres to the included magnetic car-vent mount. This phone case comes in several color options (blue and black pictured) for all iPhone 11 models. It also has some other nifty extras like a built-in ring holder and responsive buttons, and a nice design with 10-foot drop protection. You can still charge your phone on a wireless charging pad with the case on.

I also like Skech’s clear case, the Echo Air, which costs a little less ($20 on Amazon).

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Razer, which makes laptops and gaming accessories (among other products), brings its line of “gaming” cases to the iPhone 11, and they’re pretty nice. The cases have something called Thermaphene-Based Heat Dissipation that “redirects trapped heat through a thermally conductive lining adjacent to vented airflow channels to significantly improve cooling compared to traditional cases.” It’s a bit of an extra protection gimmick, but it seems to help a little when you’re playing graphically intensive games for long periods. The cases come in Pro and Slim versions.

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