Best And Worst Cases for Google Pixel Fold

[@jeffreyheredia1156]

Thanks!

[@HighTechCheck]

You are awesome!!!

[@ludovician]

Hour plus review of Pixel Fold cases...there is so much beauty in this world. Thank you.

[@johndanielsforJesus]

You're the first KZbin video to show up on a Google search for looking at Pixel Fold cases, so this is my first introduction, to you. I'm typing this within the first 10 minutes of your video; you're on Spigen, right now. SO FAR, SO GOOD! 👍👍 I'm hoping you will cover my problem; you have on a couple of cases, but I'm having issues with the top piece easily coming off. I'm trying to find the best case where that DOESN'T happen; preferably one that legitimately "snaps on", without the use of those sticky tapes. You've been very thorough, so far, so I can't wait to finish watching the rest of the video. But that top piece, that's my biggest concern. Bought some junk off eBay, and top comes right off, when trying to open. Liking the Pitaka so far, but I'm not done with the video yet, lol.

[@acertainfew]

Thanks for your time and report! I already had the Nikki case with a back strap. I agree with your review. No complaints so far.

[@HighTechCheck]

Thank you for your support! I’m happy you’re enjoying your case 😊

[@jasonmcelroy1938]

Great reviews! Was hoping to see the Gear 4 ZAGG Bridgetown Slim Case for the Pixel Fold. Maybe we can see it in the near future.

[@HighTechCheck]

Added to my list! Thank you for the suggestion and your support.

[@jasonmcelroy1938]

@@HighTechCheck Awesome! Thank you for such a detailed and unbiased video.

[@luisenchautegui873]

Thank you so much for reviewing each one of these cases as this help me choose the one i liked the most.

[@JeffJacquesmd]

Highly useful and comprehensive review of each case! I have the Spigen Armor Pro case. Very good a bit thick Im getting the Unbox Therapy LaterCase Cyber Edition for daily and use the Armor Pro for when out and about. Thanks for putting this togther! Great vid, and new sub Cheers

[@MylesC1234]

It's not much but thanks for the long review so I know exactly what to get now.

[@HighTechCheck]

Thank you for your support! I greatly appreciate any donations, no matter how much that might be. I’m happy the video helped, I know it can be a pain to find a good one with so many options.

[@GINOxRED]

Good deal! Thanks for the hard work and time I’m sure you put into this!! Definitely sharing this!

[@HighTechCheck]

I appreciate it!

[@DarrinLin]

the reason there’s very little to no raised edge on the inner display is because of how flat the screens are when the phone is folded up. if a raised edge was any taller than a fraction of a millimeter, it would cause the phone not to fold flat. secondly, how often do you imagine people laying the pixel fold with the inner screen face down to protect the screen? because i certainly never do that with mine. i just don’t think it’s a very valid point of criticism given the expected usage scenario. the most important raised lip to have on the case would be for the cover display and the camera lenses. i just wanted to point that out because you seem to repeatedly mention that having a raised lip for the inner scree as a criteria for a good case. imo it’s actually the opposite. a good case should not interfere with how the phone is designed to fold flat.

[@NizarNoor]

THIS

[@dethswurl117]

What if you drop it on its face while it's open? Even from a couple feet above the ground. Imagine shattering two thirds of your $1800 phone I was definitely hoping for some inner screen protection and it looks like the Pitaka MagEZ case accomplished that, while still allowing the phone to fold (what looks like) completely flat 8:26 and 8:17

[@pslim80]

The pitaka case doesn't seem to have this issue with it's raised lip 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@Wyynter]

nice review. Just ordered my fold and im going with the Whitestone.

[@HighTechCheck]

Are you getting the all in one pack or just the outer glass screen protector?

[@MalicetheOmega]

I wish more people did granular case reviews like this. Thank you

[@EclipseWhites]

Thanks for making this amazing in-depth video! Great reviews and you've got a good voice for these long form type videos. Can you also review the Speck Presidio Perfect Clear Fold? Used to be my favorite clear case for Z Fold with decent protection and slow yellowing.

[@TheBoardHoard]

Thanks for the review! Decided to go with poetic guardian for the kickstand, wireless charging, and extra protection.

[@andranikkeshishyan797]

Thanks!

[@HighTechCheck]

Thank you so much for your support! Much appreciated 😊

[@DadsRCGarage]

Awesome video man. Thanks for taking the guess work out of the case selection.

[@ravenwing1033]

Number 24, the VITODO case was really nice. it has a MagSafe feature and a kick stand and if you like minimal style cases it would work nicely. Picking that one up for sure.

[@MateenDI]

Thanks

[@HighTechCheck]

Thank you! Your support means a lot to me!

[@katfish7979]

Nice job and thank you for reviewing so many cases. I have been waiting for a video like this for the Pixel Fold. It is frustrating that none of these case makers see the importance of a lip on the inside the phone. The one thing about this device that makes me nervous is dust and debris on the inside. A case with a raised lip will remove a lot of the worry because the phone would then close flush with the case instead of on itself.

[@NizarNoor]

The phone was designed to have no gap when closed. Think about it for a second. If a case has a lip for the internal display, you won't be able to close the phone completely. Not only that, it will add stress to the hinge and eventually break the phone.

[@katfish7979]

@@NizarNoor Thank you didn't think of that!

[@montaukwhaler673]

Solid video! Do you plan on taking a look at the cases made by Ghostek? Thanks!

[@Marseillais98]

Had the same issue with the original case without using the stickers on the back. Using the stickers everything was fine. On the front didn't need the stickers. 😊

[@cheatcodes1228]

I went with pitaka ...can't wait for it

[@HighTechCheck]

You won’t be disappointed 😁

[@marymadigan9707]

Nice one the pitaka wins hands down 😎🇮🇪👏

[@volcalstone]

One thing about the wireless charging test is it might show you that it's charging at first but most thick cases won't be charging afterwards and if it does it's a lot slower. This is also dependent on what wireless charger you have as well. Some are better then others.

[@adjbuzz]

This. I've had several issues with wireless charges and thicker cases on my Pixel Fold so far.

[@bexclue3007]

@@adjbuzz Yep. You can either prioritise protection and utility (like flip stand or integrated card holder) or you can prioritise convenience - in which case "no case" is the best option. "No case" is the most light weight option, the smallest option and no issues with wireless charging. Thin cases are useless: they offer no drop protection since the hinge side is unprotected anyways so there's basically no real reason to use them. Might as well go without a case at that point and get the best of that side of the spectrum.

[@johndanielsforJesus]

​@bexclue3007 - I think minimalist cases are designed for those of us that NEVER drop our phones, because we grip them so tight, and we're more concerned with the phone having no scratches or damage to them. I've barely had my Fold and have already noticed the stainless around the camera scratches......EASILY. 😮 Freaked me out, tbh. 😱

[@bexclue3007]

@@johndanielsforJesus I thought there's some scratch resistance film/stickers or something. If there isn't, the minimalist case for scratch resistance makes sense, sure. I've never dropped my foldable out of my hand. But I've dropped it out of my pocket or dropped it from my bed. So be careful 😉

[@johndanielsforJesus]

@@bexclue3007 - I can honestly say that, after over 15 years of smartphones (20+ years of cellphones), in the 15 years of smartphones, I can count on one hand the amount of times I've dropped 🫳 😳 my phone(s). One was recent (my S22 Ultra), which I left in a precarious position, on top of my car. Circumstances played out, and the darn thing landed on its face. So that had to be upgraded to the more recent S23 Ultra. The drop that preceded it 2 years prior, was me working 2 full-time jobs, with barely any sleep 😴, and just being "out-of-it". It wasn't just the phone I dropped. Car keys, and, very often, soda cans, were sliding out of my hand, on the regular. The final 2 "drops", nearly a decade ago, now, were not actually "drops". I apparently (or used to, lol), have a bit of "gamer rage" 😳 One phone was the Galaxy S8; I can't remember the other phone; it's been too long. Both times I lost connection, or something happened, while playing the game, and I just "road-raged" my phone!! Slammed it into the ground!!!! 🤬 You'd have thought I would have learned after having to pay the first deductible, from my insurance, and going through the headache and hassle, but NOOOOO. 🤦‍♂️🙃🤣🤣 I learned after the 2nd time. I'm not going through that, a 3rd time, lol. My current phone lineup is the Pixel Fold (primary line) ; S23 Ultra (business line) ; Z Fold 4 (backup phone)

[@Wintersgambit]

have you tried the pitaka mag safe case using the pixel stand?

[@PenelopeRoberts9212]

I'm having no issues with the Google case, I have the baby blue one. It doesn't appear to have any flaws at all. Please don't put the phone face down when unfolded, it's really not necessary. The inner screen has a factory fitted, plastic screen protector that shouldn't be removed of course. If there was a raised edge around the inner screen, the whole phone would need to be redesigned as it would no longer fold flat which is one of the design pluses of this phone's design: the hinge would need to be made wider.

[@TrussJesus]

Heroic efforts here sir

[@devinkenyon553]

thanks for the review. the only one i didn't see is the Ghostek Covert. that's the one i ordered for mine

[@Spartan117_MC]

Great review of the cases. I'm looking for a kickstand case, probably the Poetic Guardian or NINKI Magnetic case with hand strap. I think these are the only 2 that will support it in the natural open position because the kickstand is in the spine.

[@DakRidge13]

great long video, i just wish there was a magsafe test on each case as well.. thats the hardest thing to find is a great case with magsafe..

[@jebaker2]

HOLY S%$&!!! 90 minutes of Pixel Fold cases?!?! I’m in!

[@japegrape]

Very comprehensive, thanks for this video!

[@calccalccalc]

Just got a 2nd hand pixel fold (I know, risky!) and I'm loving it so far. Would like to know what you think is the best magsafe case option too, as I've taken to using this feature a lot recently. Thank you!

[@hasanmich1504]

can you do me a favor? i have the FLURIKA case and when i use the small pad type wireless charger after like a min or teo ill check the phone and the magnetic ring on the back will be literally hot enough to melt skin. Does your do that?

[@peoplesactionsnottheirword8760]

I haven't been able to find anyone showing off the dbrand case yet :(

[@Geezerachi]

Thank you for a really informative video. Well done.

[@TheTechMachina]

Been waiting on this

[@RJ_Uploads]

And i thought i bought a bunch of cases (10) you knocked it out of the park with this.

[@sachertorte64]

I bought the Poetic Guardian and the Whitestone Dome Escudo. I put the Escudo case on. I might send the Guardian back. I think that the Guardian is definitely fine, but I feel that it is slightly cheaper quality than the Escudo case, and it is also a lighter case by design.

[@jamielamanna4948]

Great video, very helpful!

[@angellamberto471]

I'll start off by saying thank you for reviewing all these cases. I'm on my fifth case right now and I wish your video was out when the phone dropped lol I'm currently using the VRS design slim minimalist case. I love it but it's peeling after 3 days I'm going to try the dbrand case with a kickstand would like you to review that one if possible.

[@HighTechCheck]

Thank you for your support Angel. I actually pre ordered the dbrand case but they had issues with manufacturing so it wouldn’t be here until August 🤦‍♂️ .

[@shizu_ame]

こんなにたくさんのケースを試してくれてありがとうございます♪見てて楽しい😊

[@denyekriznanmondla.6536]

No Dbrand on the list? I'm shocked. They had a case with the kickstand before the phone shipped out.

[@Bigtuna00]

Which case would you recommend for regular install and removal? Anything with stickers is a no go for me. I need a case to use in combination with a quad lock generic mount but I will remove it when not cycling.

[@MrJohnJLewis]

Wonder what your thought are on the DBrand

[@volcalstone]

More like delay brand now. 😊. It's nice but sucks that it won't be out until next month now. I might cancel my pre-order and get it later instead. They should've added magsafe tho for that price.

[@HighTechCheck]

I really wish I could say because I did pre-order their case for The Fold but they sent out an email stating that something went wrong in manufacturing and I wouldn’t be able to get the case until August so I had to cancel my order because it wouldn’t be available in time for this video. I will keep trying on future videos as well though maybe for the fold five?

[@se7enBC1]

I love these videos!

[@xCodeSTEMIx]

Great video! I grabbed the Pitaka. Quick question. What battery pack are you using to test the MagSafe cases? I wanna pick one of those up! Thanks!

[@StellarDrifts]

I have the Poetic Spartan case, and it seems decent, but every time I open it I feel that the case can easily pull away from the screen. Not sure if this is common with all cases (you can't really have a raised lip on the interior). Anyone else have a similar experience? I'm thinking of ordering a Whitestone Escudo or a Ghostek ATOMIC and seeing how they compare.

[@ArchYeomans]

PUROOM on Amazon has a great case. I got the Google branded case and it kept lifting or I would accidently pull it off. The PUROOM case has a magentic hinge that works nicely when opening and closing the phone.

[@lukearnold365]

I'm going with the Ghostek EXEC case when it comes drops in July. Give that a look.

[@milanvagic4913]

I watched the whole video and don't even plan on buying the pixel but will get the z fold 5. Thanks for good content.

[@HighTechCheck]

Thank you for the support! I’ll have this video for the fold 5 too 😎

[@tubejaca]

Wait for the pitaka you didn't do the edge push out test. How does that hold up? I might buy that one if you say it's good. You did that test for all the other phones

[@HighTechCheck]

The Pitaka cases do not come off the phone that easy, the front part which is a lot thinner around the edges comes off a little easier than the back does but I definitely don’t think that the case is just going to pop off during daily use.

[@XDM_Studios]

i got the Whitestone Dome Escudo and its AWFUL! the ""GLASS""" if i can even call it that got scratched by i dont even know what. not to mention ( i dont know if its a defect but) the lower part of the screen dosent touch so well with this screen protector on. also the raised bezels on the front are a NIGHTMARE when you have to press something in the corner or have to use gestures AVOID IT.

[@Zenzo-1]

Hi! I just discovered your channel and you instantly gained a new subscriber! I thought about buying the spigen slim fit, but now I changed my mind. What would you recommend for me, as someone would loke to have some more protection but doesn't want to pay that much?

[@dannyo3317]

For a folding phone, any case that does not provide hinge protection I deadline.

[@claudiabailey5302]

The Ninki Magnetic case was my fav it looks stylish and well made

[@HighTechCheck]

I agree, they did a nice job on that one.

[@wendelynmusic]

what do you think of this case - VEIOEZ for Google Pixel Fold Case Buit-in Screen Protector, Magnetic Hinge Protection,Buit-in Metal Kickstand,Wireless Charging Support (Card Holder Black)

[@cyberspider42]

I have the Kugew case with the magsafe ring and when I charge it in my car with my wireless charging phone holder the ring gets extremely hot

[@greensabr200]

Hoping for a flip 5 video

[@Agh064]

I'm curious about some of the luxurious leather cases such as a bellroy offering

[@atp1551]

Great video. The case market is so interesting. The phone is $1800 but you know people will buy some of these thumbs down cheaply made cases for it lol

[@HighTechCheck]

That’s exactly why I include them in the video lol . Thank you for your support.

[@djstalker5438]

Awesome review.. Thank you so much

[@Blacksocrates3k]

I think there was some bias as some you pushed on to see movement and commented on the spine protection (or lack thereof) and others not so much.

[@HighTechCheck]

It wasn’t bias, I thought I mentioned spine protection, in every case that I reviewed whether it had it or not. And as far as trying to see how well it stayed on the phone, I think I stopped doing it halfway through, and would just mention if I noticed that the case easily came off or not. It’s tough because the video is so long as it is I just wanted to try to keep down the amount of extra information that wasn’t needed if I didn’t see an issue with it.

[@serialtoon]

Isn't Kevlar the DuPont brand name for Aramid Fiber? So it's essentially the same but just not branded from DuPont. Like Keelnix vs tissue

[@HighTechCheck]

You are correct,aramid is the general name for a strong and heat-resistant class of fibers.

[@Mr6OvO9_TTV]

Bellroy leather case?

[@bkeaver644]

Why do you need a raised edge for the inner screen? In not sure why you kept focusing on that. Other than that thanks for this video

[@HighTechCheck]

I tried to account for everything in the video, I’m sure someone would want to know that in case they want to put the phone face down while it’s open.

[@tyronedavis9862]

Will you do a best case with a belt holster?

[@TechKingI]

i bought now the pitaka lets see :) sadly not on amazon.

[@Fidgetasmr99]

Spigen Thin fit is always on my phones!!

[@radio2rancid]

Alright i love these

[@armj703]

This 100% works. I just finish following the vid and its work!! Thankyou so much!!!

[@starkid20]

Real good stuff

[@AverageDadOfficial]

Great video the. Send over some cases to a fellow creator 😂 1:02

[@HighTechCheck]

It would be so expensive to ship to the UK!

[@darkjorgelink]

No dbrand grip case?

[@HighTechCheck]

I had it on order and dbrand had manufacturing issues so it wouldn’t be shipped until August, so not in time for this video unfortunately.

[@kozamo9351]

Liked the video before even starting it.

[@jebaker2]

Awww… was really hoping you’d hit the Bellroy leather case but I know you can’t cover them all

[@HighTechCheck]

I definitely try 😉

[@NizarNoor]

You can't expect a lip or raised edges around the internal display because they designed the phone to have no gap when folded/closed. Come on now.

[@pslim80]

The pitaka case doesn't seem to have that issue 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@FORZALEGEND360]

None of the cases can have a raised edge on the inside screen. It would stop it closing if they did...

[@phero6933]

I have the Spigen Ultra Hybrid and my back piece does not have that deformity that yours does. Sadly looks like you got a dud.

[@GuyWhoReviewsStuff]

Stickers are normal for folding phone cases, until phone makers start to make little indents on the side of the phones for cases to snap into we will have to continue to use the glue stickers, a quick tip is go to a craft store and buy some craft glue dots, these work GREAT on either replacing the old glue stickers in the case you had to remove your old case or if you need to add more glue stickers to help secure a case better.

[@HighTechCheck]

Thank you for the excellent tip Taylor, and thank you for your support!

[@Astrobytes_]

No dbrand case?

[@HighTechCheck]

They had a issue with their manufacturing and won’t have the case available until August 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@shanemcbride9229]

Ninki case with strap I like I will get if I keep the phone nice phone with alot of benefits

[@mad23151]

later case Kevlar build

[@stefanjohansson2373]

3:25 Raised edges on the front would make it impossible to close the phone completely, and you would get more to complain about. 😂

[@greensabr200]

Holdup, Colorado Springs? I just PCS'd there lol

[@ramnikTDM]

2nd and 6th ❤❤

[@merpinallday]

Latercase vs Pitaka for me

[@MrClassy1991]

Dbrand leather skin on this phone is amazing

[@Fiz_316]

wow 💚

[@shinjid3705]

The pixel fold looks great! Too bad it is 4 times the price i want to pay for a phone :/

[@Halb_Wert_Zeit]

The pitaka case isnt worth it. Its not woking on my Pixel Fold.

[@edgarAce]

1:25 hours that's too long mehn...

[@rush48192]

If the case doesn't have mage safe then forget it

[@wrxsti22b]

The last one is like an experiment disaster.

[@israelgonzalez5166]

You did not check of wireless charging was available with the poetic case.

[@HighTechCheck]

I forgot to add it to this video but I did check it, wireless charging works on both cases.

[@gunnersraptor10]

Y O U R E T H E M A N !

[@HighTechCheck]

Thank you for your support Dion!

[@NEMOsleeps24]

Too bad that stylus case is so flimsy. If someone were to make a nice case for the Pixel Fold with a good stylus that wont tear up the screen people would be all over it

[@ien2023]

Man they are all butt ugly and bulky except for the Google own case, Pitaka MagEZ Case 3 , and the Latter case. Pitaka case is $79 lol got bad reviews at Amazon as it snaps off easily.

[@Kirb-dv5hy]

Design is very subjective so I see why this wouldn't be a talking point when talking about the best choices for cases but for minimalist cases the design is definitely important moreso than the other categories. I personally don't like the look of the Spigen so I went with the later case.

[@PUGG5Y1]

Someone from Pitaka under your desk when you made this video?

[@HighTechCheck]

Lol no? What other minimalist case out there would you say is better?

[@PUGG5Y1]

@HighTechCheck I was messing with you, just meant I felt it had plenty of similarities to the Google brand one, minus the magsafe. I just meant it as a joke

[@Bankchori]

I have an iphone and im watching this at 2 am