Our Experts CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. What to Consider Thinner or thicker? Some people like minimal cases that add little to no bulk to their iPhones, but the majority of people are looking for a case that offers good protection. Clear case? Clear cases are popular because they show off your phone (and its color).
Clear cases, especially cheaper ones, can become less clear over time. Qi Wireless Charging Support? We generally encourage people to spend the extra money for a Qi-enabled case because of the wireless charging capabilities associated with the product. Our Picks What's the best iPhone SE case overall? The third-gen iPhone SE -- better known as the iPhone SE (2022) -- is the only iPhone that still has Touch ID.
It doesn't boast high-end specs, but if you're still rocking it in 2024, and would like to extend its life, you should consider getting a case for it. It's a phone worthy of a solid case to keep it in tip-top shape. For the most part, companies will advertise their SE cases as being compatible with the iPhone 7, 8, iPhone SE (2020) and iPhone SE (2022).
iPhone 7 and 8 cases will also fit the 2022 SE. Thanks to this backward compatibility, a portion of the iPhone SE cases featured on this list are ones we tested with earlier iPhone models and we can recommend them based on our previous experience using them. I've included a wide variety of cases a.