I've Used 175+ iPhone 14 Cases - What Are My Top 10?
So the iPhone 14’s are out (sort of) so here are my Top 10 picks. I’ve been keeping a running total on all the cases that have come out for this form factor (the iPhone 12 and 14 are generally the same size) and the list is a bit different than last years. This year’s list weight iPhone usability quite heavily!
As a side note, did anybody else not get their iPhone 14’s? Out of the 1/2 dozen I ordered, only one showed up…
#10. Pitaka Fusion Weaving - mreh.ca/3DyslIi
-Ultra thin
-Still MagSafe compatible
-Best looking Aramid/Carbon Fibre Case
-Case edge is great for handling
-Not that protective
#9. Caudabe Sheath - mreh.ca/GetACaudabe
-Great handling case
-Tight case edge
-Decent protection
#8. Ghostek Atomic Slim - mreh.ca/3QVO3c0
-Unique looking case
-Has a metal frame
-Clear back
-MagSafe compatible
-Metal frame will show wear and tear
#7. Rhinoshield MOD NX, Clear case and Solid Suit - mreh.ca/GetRhinoshield
-There are MagSafe versions of each case!
-Cases are tough
-Amazing buttons
-Lots of customization
-Doesn’t handle as well
#6. DBrand Grip - mreh.ca/3qQAGQ4
-Super grippy
-Great iPhone accessibility
-Can customize back with a skin
-Not as tough as other cases
-Grip is borderline aggressive
#5. Phone Rebel Case - mreh.ca/3eZJZKH
-Amazing Build Quality
-Great price
-Comes with a FloLab screen protector (though no install tools)
-Latest iteration not as tough as previous
#4. MagBak - mreh.ca/GetAMagBak
-Great handling case
-Need to invest in MagBak’s ecosystem for maximum benefit
-MagBak Wallet is great
-Expensive to go all in but the magnets haven’t changed in years
#3. Catalyst Influence - mreh.ca/3eZJZKH
-Amazing texture on case
-Rotating mute switch is awesome
-Great protection
-Makes the iPhone sound louder
-Makes the iPhone feel wider
#2. Casetify Ultra Impact - mreh.ca/GetYourCasetify
-lots of designs to choose from
-Extremely tough case
-Great handling
-Lots of small details that improve the quality of the case
-Might yellow/get dirty over time depending on case
#1. Mous Limitless 5.0 - Get a 10% discount (it stacks I think) by using the link: mreh.ca/GetAMous2023.
-Mous is one of the few companies that go and update their cases frequently
-Limitless 5.0 has two new notable usability features
-Addition of a grip strip (which works incredibly well)
-Addition of floating buttons
-Tough Case
-Well built
In this video:
0:00 Intro
0:21 #10 to #7
3:59 #6 to #4
6:52 Top 3
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I think you should do a separate top 10 with the old score focused on durability. For people who just wanna buy an indestructible case and forget about it
How does the cases hold up to the caseify lanyard? My caseify case broke apart from my use with the lanyard and strap
Go with otter box. Not the most customizable but is the best protection
Watching your recent videos gives me nostalgia vibes and I’ll be honest, I MISS THIS! Straight to the point with no BS. Maybe more Monty B-roll footage in the future, heck get him to do some drop tests lol. Keep up the good work and giving me reasons to keep buying your number one recommendations!
Yessss!! Totally agree❤
I have been following you for years and anytime phones or cases come up I mention your channel. Thanks for being a true reviewer and giving us actual data data on how these products preform! Also I always use your affiliate links.
I love phone cases, I’ve got 5 gran keeps on telling me too stop buying them
Left this channel for a bit but so happy to see it has returned to its original form. A dude and his dog doing no nonsense informative reviews. Thanks dude!
I’ve been watching you for years. Whenever I’m buying iPhone accessories, I always look for your videos for reviews. Keep up the great work. We all do appreciate it.
As a person with a Caudable case due to your reviews a while ago, I LOVE THIS DANG CASE!! It's phenomenal! The textured case has amazing grip and I think it will always be my top tier case so thank you for that!
How about drop protection?
@@ManuelMas honestly I never really drop my phone. However I did drop it once in a parking lot. Not a dent or anything. Case still looks new.
I have only used Mous Limitless since I saw your recommendation for the 2.0 a few years back. I’m glad they brought back the microfiber lining, and the floating buttons are an improvement from the previous iterations. It’s just the best case out there.
I got it for the 14 pro, the volume and lock buttons rattle and there is no smooth transition on the back between the material and sides. Feels cheaper than all their previous models.
@@dariusiakabos I was thinking of buying it because I have the unlimited 4.0 but would you say its not worth it? I would also like to know how the protection of the camera is, in my case the 14 pro, I see that it leaves the lower part uncovered for compatibility with magsafe, does it protect well?
@@woki It is going to protect your phone, the issue is they changed the design to a 1 piece mold, and because of the need for tolarance, the space between volume buttons and case is noticeable, thus rattling. As for the lower part of the camera, if it fall flat, it's ok, however if falls on something with a smaller width than the camera protection ridges, it will hit it. Happy with it protection wise, but it feels cheaper than any other version.
I've seen many reviews of people saying the case didn't protect the back glass of their phone from a 4 feet fall, let alone a crane.
@@karlkrugen4317 The phone rebel case didn't protect my iphone 12, back glass when a 45 lb plate fell on it
I just wanted to say thanks for your great reviews. Snagged myself a Limitless 4.0 for my 13 Pro and more recently the 5.0 for my 14 Pro on your recommendation (and affiliate links ;) ). I cannot believe how big an upgrade this is over the 4.0. 10/10.
I got the Mous Limitless 5.0 for my iPhone 14 Pro Max and LOVE IT. This is the third Mous case I've had and each one gets better. It just feels so good.
Thanks Aaron! Order the Mous case in bamboo for my 14 pro max! Thanks for the help and discount man! Enjoy your reviews! I tell my friends to check you out before they buy new tech accessories. 🙌🏽🤙🏽
I am new to your reviews and think you cover a lot- what you don't cover however is how WELL the magsafe on the cases works. some cases have magsafe, but are so thick it barely holds on a magnet magsafe holder.
Thank you for testing the the cases for us, it’s a big help on which case we decide to buy.
you are my only true reliant source of test and unbiased opinion. I love your test and your information so thank you so much for what you do and bring. Out of your pocket and real idealistic test.
Your review and affiliate link were definitely helpful with making my decision. I'm getting a Pixel 7 Pro rather than an iPhone but Mous has released a Pixel 7 Pro compatible version of your top rated case so I'm in. Thanks mate.
Mous is my go to case for all my future phones; a great phone case that’ll definitely protect from any fall. The Mous accessories are great too
Man that silver pearl variant is super nice on that mous case. I just purchased using your link. Thanks for making these videos 👍
Glad to have you back. Really appreciate your videos. You have saved me a lot of trial and error.
Great video as always, I would love to see top 10 magsafe cases in terms of magnetic strength.
with the camera lens getting bigger, i personally think a camera shield type of cases is a must for better protection
Just ordered the mous limitless 5.0 and used your link. Thanks again for the great reviews and for the thorough testing!!
I was hesitant on the Atomic Slim case but I really have been enjoying it a lot lately. It does give you a different feeling in your hands but it’s comfortable and isn’t overbearing. The only downfall to a degree is the back of the case can’t get a bit slippery from time to time. Also I will have to say, I did not like the Phone Rebel.. the raised corner edges on the back of the case was quite annoying.. it dug into your fingers/palms depending on how you held it. It did make me feel my phone was protected but just not enough..
Appreciate the work and money you put into making these videos possible
love this list, and completely agree. Mous has amazing cases but I wish they had more variety, like a brown or colored leather. Catalyst is my favorite because I loved to fidget with it but..... I may have broken the switch off the phone case, definitely recommend being gentle.
Solid! I’ve had my Mous case on order for a few days now and am looking forward to receiving it!
I bought the Mous 5.0 Limitless because of this video and I love the case! Love your content!
You are correct, I use to be totally sold on Otterbox, with my 12 Pro Max the Mous has been excellent for over 2 years now with a dbrand screen protector. I almost went with the Casetify over another Mous but I am not going to pay more just for a little visual fancy. Bamboo Mous for my new 14 Pro Max in Oct. I only upgraded because my 12 Pro Max is crapping out. Thanks
wish there was a master list to what cases you reviewed. For example I really like how the Nomad Cases look, would be nice to see how it did in other categories like the protection and so on.
Thanks a lot!, Been following your channel for years!, could you please do a top 10 of most protective cases ?
I love watching these videos while waiting for my phone to arrive!
Mous Limitless 5.0 purchased for the new I-phone 14 pro max using your link. Great review, well deserved kickback. Subscribed
Thanks for the reviews, very helpful! I would appreciate a review on the new bare naked case with MagSafe, should be released soon.
Bought my Mous 5.0 case after your recommendation from last year. Expensive but hopefully it lives up to its reputation!
Really appreciate your patience and effort!
thank you for this video! I really needed this to decide which case to get for my new iphone 14 pro max so I’m definitely gonna use your affiliate link if I end up getting one!
Loved your content especially the phones case ones... Not seeing loopy here seems they ain't doing good. I have taken almost all cases of your recommendations... Thanks alot.
Nice video man. Stumbled across your channel earlier today when trying to figure out which case to get. Not featured in your videos but I ended up going for the Mous Clarity 2.0 with MagSafe. I’m guessing Mous’ build quality and attention to detail will carry through to this case, and I really wanted to try a clear case! I also appreciate that the MagSafe part is black rather than white, which should match my deep purple phone better! Thanks for the video
Oh, and I used your link and discount code to get it too!
Hey, I’m thinking of buying the same case so I wonder if it already arrived and if you were able to test it with your iPhone and are you happy with it and do you think it’s worth it since it is more expensive then the 5.0 once but has less protection I assume but as you I would like a case where you see the new dark purple.
@@phoenix_4328 hey man unfortunately I have bad news! The case came but the back is slightly tinted so when it was put on the phone, the purple colour was darkened and it just looked black, which didn’t really contrast nicely with the purple camera section. As well as that, there is absolutely no camera bump protection at all. None. There’s no lip that rises to cover the camera, so if you were to drop the phone on the back, the cameras would be the first thing to hit the floor with 0 protection. That was a dealbreaker for me. There are a couple minor issues, like the speaker cutouts being equal either side of the charging port rather than matching the speakers, which isn’t a big issue but just feels kinda lazy. The front protection has raised corners rather than an equal length protection around the sides of the phone, which is probably fine but I didn’t like how it felt in hand. So yeah, personally disappointed and will be returning it for a refund. Hope this helps!
This is so helpful. I’ve been searching for days for a bumper only like rhinoshield offers. I’d be curious to see some random Amazon brands in a longer video. Also I’d love to know the case thickness on the back of each. Trying to maximize wireless charging (which is why I’m excited about no back like rhinoshield)
Just got the Red GhostTech Atomic Slim, I think it’s the best looking colour. Thanks for the review 👍🏻
I’ve used Caudabe for the past 3 generations. The sheath has been reliable through drops and is thin and adds almost no weight. It’s great in many aspects except for trying to lean it on stuff. It does tend to slide on smooth surfaces but the grip is perfect in the hand.
its 50 grams it does add lots of weight
@@dazide767 yup, it's a lot. Don't buy it, you might break your arms.
@@supreme5998 im not saying that its excessively heavy but that when to compared to other phones, its not near the lighter end.
Phone Rebel is my favorite. Excellent protection and a naked feel on the sides.
I haven't heard a word you were saying. I was watching Monty and his surprised look at you all the time, something like "Dude, there's no one here, who the heck are you talking to????" 😂
I don't think I've seen a video touch on Dbrand flaws like you did. Good to know. Thank you.
I'm now rocking the Mous Limitless 5.0. I have the Amarid one which has a great feel but it does smudge easy. It's my favorite feeling case next to Apple's leather case. dBrand's case is a little uncomfortable to hold and the magnets for MagSafe kinda suck with a skin on.
Monty is ADORABLE! Cases are great, but need to rewatch a few (you're so fast, or I was watching the sweet lil' doggie)! Thx. for suggestions!
Thanks for the great video and recommendations. Placed an order using your link. Hope it helps support your efforts.
i like that you put the list in the comments bc i don't have to pause and write stuff down
As a fellow accessory reviewer, some of these cases aren’t available for the iPhone 14 series (yet) and some of these have some nice improvements that might change things a bit since a lot of these were the iPhone 13 versions.
yo it’s TEE!
Way to insert yourself into someone else’s content. What does “as a fellow accessory reviewer” add to your message?
@@brez85 I don’t have to insert myself into anyone else’s content. Trust, I don’t need to do that. Just making a point that some might’ve missed. It also adds that I know about accessories as well, thats what it adds to the message.
@@TechnicallyTee pathetic
@@TechnicallyTee perfectly said
Bought Mous based on this video, best ever!!!! Thanks for you’re service!!!
Thanks for making this helpful video, glad I found your channel just subscribed
Hey, all phone rebel gen3 cases have TPE in the corners. Phone rebel have ensured to keep the color of TPE same as the case. Looks like you need to revisit. 😅 i owned a frosted clear and black gen3 and both have TPE according to respective color of the case.
REQUEST!!! CARVED cases for review and durability. They are super nice looking but would love to see your thoughts and opinion’s on it. I currently have the MOUS Limitless 5.0 for my 14 pro max. I absolutely agree with your number one pick! Lets get a carved case review
I’m waiting for the Phone Rebel Gen 4 Naked case. The Gen 4 brings back the TPE in the corners and added a silicon gel in the back for shock.
Your dog is looking so cool in his collar and tie. Very dapper! Thanks for the case review. 👍
Yeah sure 😂
Bought an orange Apple leather case for my 14 Pro. Loved the black leather Apple case on my 12 Pro (and brown on my X). Also just ordered a Pitaka MagEZ 3 today, so I’m excited to get that in. Was going to get another Phone Rebel Flex as I really enjoyed it on the 12 Pro, but I DID have a crack in mine after a short time and even though they replaced it immediately, I think I might go another route. Had the Caudabe Sheath on my X and at first it was great, but the material felt like griptape after a while. Loved the Ringke Onyx but they don’t have MagSafe and I’ve invested too much in that to deal with non-magsafe cases. RhinoShield’s SolidSuit is decent but a bit slick for my taste. Their buttons are some of the best available. Might try the Mous Limitless this time around. Planned on getting another Spigen Tough Armor for outside use, but might just get the Mous and call it a day.
Just a heads up. The clear MagBak case is better than their soft touch offerings. It took them way too long to make a clear case but they finally did. I'm a fan of their strong magnets for mounting and still having Magsafe/wireless charging. This is my 3rd iPhone with their cases. The only reason I've avoided Mous cases is because EVERY year, it seems, one Mous case and mount only works with the old iPhone. I'm not interested in having to buy a whole system each time a new phone drops. See iPhone 11 to 12 to 13.
Surprised he didn’t mention how awful the MagBak was for fingerprints. Loved the case but hated looking at it.
Would love to hear your thoughts on the Benks cases. Trying to decide on my iPhone 15 case and Benks is currently edging out the Mous Limitless.
I loved the microfiber lining on the Mous Limitless case I had for my iPhone 12 Pro Max and was disappointed to see it omitted on the 13 Pro Max. So happy to see they added it back and have floating buttons now. The buttons on the 4.0 were probably my least favorite thing about the case 🎉 Have a caudabe sheath case too for my 13 Pro Max. I love that case too. Only issue was that the edges of the case were pushing on the FloLab screen protector so I had to get something slightly smaller for it to fit properly. The ESR Armorite screen protectors fit that bill
i love your dedication aaron, one thing i would like for your further and long term testing is the rhinoshield mod nx case, they look amazing and feel like a snug fit at first, but after few months of using i have noticed the frame starts to become very loose until the point where the frame can be pushed away from the phone with slight force, this absolutely ruins the whole protection because if your phone falls, the phone edges will slide out from the frame and hit the floor instead, there are tons of feedback regarding this but rhinoshield just doesnt seem to care, i got a new replacement unit from rhinoshield but the same issues persist, the quality of the product is just inferior secondly the locking mechanism of the frame and the clear plate is also quite bad as both will separate with just a bit of nudge so called best protection, but if your phone ends up getting exposed, whats there to protect? please get the words out aaron, thanks
Had the same experience with the Mod NX case. Great idea on the paper, but it gets hella loose in the long term. My advice for anyone looking into Rhinoshield would be to buy the SolidSuit case
a mous case and a sapphire screen protector and its chef’s kiss
Pretty nice top 10! Appreciate your vids man. If you can take a look at the Pitaka Mag Ez Case Pro 3 and the Rebel Series Gen 4
Looking forward to your full RhinoShield Magsafe compatible GripMax review. Thanks for the great info, I am scheduled to get my iPhone 14 Pro Max in a couple of weeks and will use your links once I make my choice
⬆️⬆️⬆️ congratulations You won🎁
The otterbox symmetry with MagSafe is the absolute best
I like the thin magsafe cases like pitaka, but they're soo expensive. What would you recommend as an alternative to the Pitaka case at a lower price? Thanks and great videos BTW 👍
mous has been my go to phone cases for the last couple of years.
That dog is just too cute. Just subscribed. Great informative videos.
Aaron, you mention Apple's silicon case but not its clear case. Which of these two are better?
I’ve been digging smartish lately. I’ve been using the gripmunk in spaced out and I’m loving it
A fan of Gripzilla by Smartish here.
That dog is everything. ❤
Hello!! I've been watching your videos for a while now! love your dog Monty!!! Phone Rebel redesigned the Gen 4 cases and all of them include shock resistant bumpers in every corner!! In my opinion there's no better case out there.
I watched whole of your video just because your puppy is so cute sitting next to you
I just ordered your number one pick. Thanks for the research!
Your videos are awesome honestly love your dog so so much😂super cute!!
I have been watching your series for a couple generations of phones now. Mous always makes it toward the top of the list and I purchased the case last year based on your recommendation. I still find the same issue with Mous that you've never mentioned. How sharp the edges are in the hand, and how much hand fatigue it can cause on the larger phones. I used Mous for all of a week due to this and eventually settled on the Nomad leather case just because of how well it feels in the hand. Yet somehow it doesn't make the list?
I’m glad you had this issue as well. I was starting to think I was crazy. Returned Mous and went back to Rhinoshield
The Rebel is the best case I've ever had on an iPhone, and I've had many since 2007.
I have the Mous Clarity 2.0 for my 14 pro max. I like this case because it has that trusted Mous drop protection and grip, and it’s clear so that I can see the back of my Space Black phone. I’m not too surprised it didn’t make it on the list just because Mous is still experimenting with clear cases. But I think that this is still one of the best clear cases.
He just dropped a review of it and called it his favorite clear case. So, I guess that means it beats out the Casetify now. I just got a Clarity 2.0 and I'm a bit sketched out about the lack of camera protection. I know the lenses are sapphire glass, so I guess worrying about them has just been ingrained into us from day one. Do you have any worries with the half ring on yours? I like the case otherwise.
clear cases feel like trash tbh
So when will we get a later case review. Your review is always my final choice
I’m so glad Monty is still part of your videos.
could you make videos on the best screen protectors and the best slim/minimalist cases please
the description part is full of lines in the middle of the text, haha. I love the thin case and the PITAKA case is slim and adds enough grip, I strongly recommend it!
Please make video reviewing the best cases with an integrated stand.
curious to hear the puppy's opinion on the cases too! so cute!
My always to go to channel for any iPhone accessories. You go way beyond. Now I am still debating between Mous & Casetify. Downside to Mous is their selection of designs.
Hey Aaron! As always great job! I was wondering what do you think about TORRAS cases?
Been using Spigen covers the time Iphone 6 launched. Never disappointed!
Phone rebel does have tpe on new iPhone 14 cases and on old rebel cases. They removed it from the flex series for versions 2/3 but brought it back to 4. That being said I think they may deserve a higher ranking if 5 was based off of no tpe.
⬆️⬆️⬆️ congratulations You won🎁.
My thoughts exactly. I think it should be close to on par with the Mous? It's between those two for me... it also has metal buttons this year too.
I can't find them on sale.
Agreed
They're a step up from Mous, in my opinion
Just bought the 14 pro max Mous limitless with your code. Thank you!
Just ordered the Mous limitless 5.0 for my new iPhone (using your link obvs 🙄 🙏). I’ve had a Mous case for my old phone for yrs now and I love it.
Came here to see if the Rhinoshield case I’m looking at is worth it and since I’ve only been buying otterbox which have been treating me very well yet didn’t make this top 10 list… I think I’ve made my decision 👍🏼
“I’m a reviewer not an influencer.” I like that.
LOVE your reviews, especially when your pupper is along for the ride. Quick question: I just tried to buy a Mous Limitless in walnut through the link, but it says the discount isn’t applicable. 🤷🏻♀️
I haven’t seen any reviews 360 tempered glass, metal edges. I have seen them listed on Amazon with a similar description as the following at a cost of $15 to $50. “CLEAR iPhone Case, iPhone 13/14/15, Titanium or Aluminum Edge, Magnetic Case Closure, Tempered Glass Protector Screen with Camera Lens Protector, Safety Lock, 360 Full Body, Double Sided Glass with Metal Bumper Case”
Used you link, buying the Mous. Thanks man.
He finally mentioned phone rebel 🎉 but sheesh a february launch for iPhone 13 was bad
Ok, Aaron, taking your word for it - I just ordered the Mous Limitless 5.0. I've never had a Mous phone case before, so here goes nothin!
Love the videos Arron and of course seeing Monty :)
can you do a best thermally performing or at least what you think the best thermally performing cases would be. cheers
I’d love to see your take on Uniq Lyft. I have recently bought it and I’m super happy with the choice but wonder if this was the best option out there. Also, I have not seen anyone cover it in English, which could have helped me a lot with making a decision 😊 Also, love your videos, keep up the good work!
Where can we find a list of all the case reviews?
Monty is like, "This guy brought me all dressed-up, but I don't get to say a word - DAMN !"
Did you get the new Castify “bounce” case? That seems to be their new best case, so wondering if that could trump the mous 5.0
Is there something wrong with the links? I’m curious about that catalyst case and it’s audio enhancing feature Also.. have you notice Castify cases coming apart at the seams between TPU and polycarbonate?