BEST iPhone 16 Pro Cases - 5 Categories!

[@Mike5557d]

I'd love to see top 5 LEATHER cases for iPhone 16 also, I miss the old leather cases from Apple, any advice where to find a good one?

[@jaydanielstech]

@@Mike5557d Hey! If you want pure leather cases I think the Andar is still one of the best I’ve tried because of the issue I mentioned (in the video) about other leather cases. Would you be interested in hybrid leather cases? Like TPU sides and leather back - I’d check out Bellroy (have a video about them on my channel).

[@桃太郎-n1z]

Moftのヴィーガンレザーケースがとても良いです。傷もつかないし気に入っています。

[@桃太郎-n1z]

私は手汗が多いのでリアルレザーは不向きという理由もあります😂

[@ur__lucky]

Just bought the 16 Pro Max and have been using the Spigen Ultra Hybrid T for about a week now. I absolutely love this case for a few reasons; I use MagSafe accessories and the magnets are super strong, it takes some force to get some accessories off. Unlike the Apple clear case, it’s protective near the changing port. Also can’t go wrong with the price, (Amazon Canada) sells for $17 (or $23 CAD)

[@ice.3000]

Beware of scratched frames. I've been a lifetime spigen user, but after my 14pm is all scratched up and 15pm also ... i'm dropping spigen as my go to brand

[@dhruvster10]

Spigen isnt bad but I find the Supcase Unicorn Beetle Mag better as it offers more protection as well as a built in stand

[@keithM7]

Thanks for the explanation Jaaay!! I've been wanting to start using a leather one for a while, but I was a bit nervous about how thin or durable it would be!!!

[@kev_brooks76]

Leather cases are like paradise not everyone dares to try them lol

[@Ethanxz1969]

360 cases make the phone look like a transformer...

[@Rosario-T7c]

Leather cases are awesome because it’s literally almost impossible for them to get dirty.

[@diegogrdnn09]

I just got the decoded leather case for like 40 bucks and it's amazing, would highly recommend to give it a shot

[@OneFineVol]

iPhone 16 pro with Benks Armor pro. Best case I’ve ever used.

[@JR007x]

Great vid and I couldn't agree more; the Spigen T is the best case thus. I've owned it for over four weeks now and works really well, especially with the camera control button built-in. Overall, it's hard to beat and I also purchased the Apple Silicon case, but as you mentioned, such a lint magnet.

[@Simca0503]

Is it alright that the spigen does not have fiber lining inside? I really hate getting scratches from phone cases

[@dhruvster10]

Personally I think the Supcase Unicorn Beetle Mag deserves a spot over the Spigen Ultrahybrid T. The Spigen isn't bad per say but the Supcase does everything the prior does all while offering better protection AND a stand with the same minimal look.

[@jaydanielstech]

Appreciate the comment. I didn’t personally consider the Supcase Beetle for this because I found the button doesn’t function as well as the other cases I mentioned. Love the build of it though!

[@RaymondVanRiper-v5q]

@@jaydanielstech what you mentioned here is exactly what a previous guide mentions when he tested the unicorn beetle sub super max ultra wide beam bubble anti-gravity… Lol i'm joking about the nicknames just a little bit. I enjoy the testers out and find it helps me to find commonalities before I touch anything. I don't like a button that's not responsive enough so the beetle is out.

[@Simca0503]

Do you think getting a case with no fiber lining on the inside is ok? I really hate getting scratches on the back and sides of my phone from the case that’s supposed to protect it. What case would you recommend that completely prevents that?

[@bachlamtung5131]

i think part of it is also the little bits of dust etc. that make their way into the case through a case's crevices, so consider periodically take the case off for a cleaning?

[@sevecc]

Man, this camera control button is such a L… not only it is a gimmick but it also makes beautiful cases like Andar look really bad 😢

[@jaydanielstech]

@@sevecc I have faith that brands are hustling behind the scenes to update their cases with a button (similar to the action button cutout situation last year). Hopefully Apple doesn’t introduce something else that has people scrambling to adapt again with the 17 series

[@sevecc]

@@jaydanielstech it’s a hot take but my prediction is they will remove this just as the Touch Bar on Macs 🫣

[@Ardoresprit]

​@@jaydanielstech Mous currently has a promo for buying a case and getting the upgraded case for free later but no eta.

[@ThiefJack]

Honestly I’d buy a case that just ignores the button and just covers it up

[@tulkutenzin1]

I feel like next year they will bring fingerprints on the button

[@ThorSkin69]

Quadlock Mag Case, durable and shock proof. Ive had one on my 12 pro max since day 1 and the glass screen protector and ive NEVER smashed a screen....

[@fourire59]

I bought the ultra hybrid T from spigen, simply a success

[@kcjd8659]

It’s insane that Apple so clearly makes cases designed not to bother protecting the $1000 phone you bought from them.

[@impossible8754]

The apple cases are protective, but they‘re hardcases

[@kcjd8659]

@ they are very flimsy! I looked at them in person and there is almost no protection with them!

[@bg4097]

Hi all I prefer voice control for my camera usage Thoughts on if I should just get a case without camera button cut out ? Thanks

[@adamago8641]

Just watched your video was definitely convinced to get the magbak ordered it 5 minutes later with your codes thanks a lot 😂

[@HK-NYC]

Did you try any super thin cases?

[@jaydanielstech]

I’ve got a video on my channel that covers some super thin ones. I couldn’t get my hands on enough varieties of super thin to include it as a category. I currently have the cases I made a video about, and a thin one from Benks with a Pitaka in the mail on route to me. 😊

[@WooDeWow]

I see a lot of reviewers saying the FloLabs 16 pro max case is one of the best cases plus it’s super customizable ! Wondering if you have tried this case ? Also seeing other screen protection reviews saying their FloLabs Screen protector is the best . I had bought the Zagg XTR4 and failed installing it , gonna return it . Ordered the FloLabs case and screen protector and the updated Mous 6 limitless case in leather with the camera control button pre ordered . Gonna use that as the fancy case and the FloLabs as my everyday case .

[@jaydanielstech]

I'll have to check it out! I've been mainly focused on cases that include camera control buttons. I've used their screen protectors in the past, and they are fantastic! Expensive, but they are easily top 3 for screen protectors. Solid case combo you've got yourself!

[@WooDeWow]

@ ah that makes sense, keep up the good videos ! I subscribed !

[@jaydanielstech]

Thank you!

[@jaydanielstech]

I just posted a video about the Flolabs case. :)

[@GenCodeFPV]

Good morning Jay, another issue I have is my car induction charger is flat on my Tesla so the case I have now with the large lens lift prevents it from charging while it’s on the car induction charger. I’m not sure what I can do about this but a test on what case charges best on a conventional “flat” induction charger would be good. Not all induction chargers are MagSafe and the lens lift getting bigger and bigger and the case protector for the lens is impacting my car induction charging and can make some induction chargers not work.

[@jaydanielstech]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@zeemolicious]

Any chance you would be able to do screen protectors next? Seems like a lot of brands aren’t fitting correctly on the 16PM! Thanks for the reviews 😊

[@jaydanielstech]

Without realizing it I have been going through different screen protectors during all of this. I’ll keep that in mind. Have you tried screen protectors from Spigen or Caseology? Those have been good for me and are affordable. In the past I’ve seen lots of good about Flolab, but they are pricey (though have lifetime warranty).

[@Plaiboi02]

55 seconds in and this video answered my question... Did I buy the right case? Well yes, I did.😁

[@JonathanLGreene]

I want a Magbak elite so bad but I won't spend that kind of money on a case without camera control.

[@Fluffpot]

Great stuff!

[@jaydanielstech]

@@Fluffpot thank you 🙏

[@SubzeroBears1]

I am a big fan of the torras cases.

[@dang8352]

I just got a Torras with the ring stand today for my 16PM and it feels too slippery for me, unfortunately. Sending it back.

[@j2626-u2g]

I love the Torras too

[@Mehbymeh]

For a Leather case try decoded, it has NO camera button but a cutout, buy oh my it’s good!

[@jaydanielstech]

I’ll take a look

[@TrendingDetails]

No Minimalistic cases?😢

[@jaydanielstech]

That’ll be a future video for sure! My connection and experience with minimal cases is just too small for the time being. Happy to chat about what I do have. Are you thinking minimal like a Benks/Pitaka or like a Caudabe Sheath?

[@jayantam1049]

Lets be real, less than 5% of the people who get the 16 series are even gonna remember the button, so get a case that maximizes protection and favours your personal aesthetic.

[@JK-ur5bt]

2:32 love that you have TALKVILLE on the phone! Earned my sub!

[@jaydanielstech]

I’m really enjoying it! 😊

[@JK-ur5bt]

@ the best series on KZbin right now :) can’t wait till Wednesdays!

[@AndarGoods]

Thank you for featuring us! 🙏

[@jaydanielstech]

@@AndarGoods not a problem! Thanks for creating great leather products :)

[@sun131089]

Caseology ftw

[@wrench3r]

Is there a case that just blocks the button off ? It’s not needed and nobody asked for it

[@jaydanielstech]

@@wrench3r Not that I’ve seen, and you’re probably the 10th person to ask. It is a pretty meh button for me. I have it set to double click to open camera, that’s all I use it for.

[@NS_SAJJAD_OFFICIAL]

How can I purchase this from bangladesh?

[@jaydanielstech]

Which case?

[@NS_SAJJAD_OFFICIAL]

​@@jaydanielstech Ringke onyx, For iphone 16 pro max

[@jaydanielstech]

I got it from Amazon. Maybe try from their website to see about shipping to your country.

[@calabbbrese]

waiting for a good leather case with a button and not a cutout for the camera button

[@jaydanielstech]

Same!

[@anemon8333]

Spiegen in my country costs as much as the apple one. What the heck?

[@svvghjkkgfghjjjjj]

Mous best case always!!!

[@j2626-u2g]

very expensive !@#$%^

[@sheesh994]

expensive garbage

[@gtiguy1992able]

Good list but I would say bullstrap its better than andar aspen and i was a big aspen fan

[@jaydanielstech]

Good to hear! I didn’t go after the Bullstrap due to the exposed bottom (I find those usually have corner slippage) but I can look into it more.

[@gtiguy1992able]

@@jaydanielstech they make closed bottoms cases now, haven’t looked to see if available to the 16s yet tho

[@jaydanielstech]

@@gtiguy1992ableJust checked into it, looks like they have more cases on the way but future release. I’ve reached out to see if I can get my hands on the lineup. Let’s see what happens!

[@valentinolmao]

does anyone else’s ultra t not charge on magsafe?? in 10 minutes of charge my phone will LOSE charge

[@jaydanielstech]

@@valentinolmao What MagSafe are you using?

[@Letsexploretheworld2024]

Where's speck presidio case?? Oh bad you ended up with least preferred options out there

[@jaydanielstech]

I’ve had issues with the Presidio in the past which makes it a case I can’t recommend.

[@gtiguy1992able]

Literally ended up with some of the best cases you can get lol 😂

[@iapple642]

i have the 16 pro max and absolutely hate the new camera button. it’s 100% useless. i have it turned off and all the nice cases are ruined because of this new useless button 🙄🙄

[@npyss3128]

I dont like the cases with the camera button cutouts , i use the Apple silicon case this year, and i like it

[@stout_tossme7541]

Hello Jay. I have ordered two cases. I am not a case whore. I had the Phone Rebel Flax (aramid fiber) on my iPhone 13. Loved that case. I did not have any issues with dropping or banging my phone around. However, I just upgraded to my first pro-iPhone. The 16 Pro. It came with a bigger price tag than my iPhone 13 (regular). I went to Walmart and purchased a Speck Gemshell (sparkly black). It is ok. I don't use the camera control button often (yet). I almost prefer not having a camera control button as I would probably accidentally hit it. Anyway, I have a Smartish Gripmunk and a Phone Rebel Air2 on the way. I am worried about anything exposed (the Flex case was my first thought and I was worried the sides of my phone would get scratched...even though my iPhone 13 had no issues). I am more worried about drops (from the pocket, desk, or shoulder height). In your opinion, would you go with the Spigen or the Onyx over the Rebel Air2 and Gripmunk? I know I sound old, but this is the most I have spent on anything tech-related (including computers) but I don't want to have an Otterbox brick attached to my cool new phone. Thank you for the video and the information. These videos take a bit of time to make and I thank you for that. Cheers

[@jaydanielstech]

If you are worried about drops I would go with the Phone Rebel Air2 of the cases you mentioned. If you check out the channel of the creator of Phone Rebel (Everythingapplepro) he has done drop tests between Phone Rebel cases and other well known cases, and Phone Rebel performs very well!

[@stout_tossme7541]

@ thank you. I ordered three cases total. Figured why not. lol.

[@stout_tossme7541]

@ I received the Air2 and the Gripmunk. Love both. I think both are going to do well for small everyday drops. The Air2 feels “higher quality” if you will. But the MagSafe leave a lot to be desired. It holds on to the Cheever on my nightstand. But I would not trust it with a wallet or battery pack. The Gripmunk is fantastic. MagSafe is solid. As good as the $24 Sparly Gemshell Speck case I got from Walmart. I am ordering the Aramid Gen six phone rebel (as soon as it is available). But the Smartish may just be my case for the most expensive Tech I have purchased (year to date).

[@OmarHafez-mh3de]

What it looks like a Google pixel u mooooron

[@jaydanielstech]

Looks like an iPhone to me 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@OmarHafez-mh3de]

@ because u are a mooooron as i told u

[@jaydanielstech]

Ooookay ✌🏻

[@XiongysaurasRex]

I really don't care about being able to scroll on the stupid camera control. At most I just want it as a button. Please case makers stop making shitty case just to accommodate this.

[@michelwilliam7133]

Bit of advice, it's hard to find you credible for a best case when you're being paid by a case maker. And picking a case you haven't even used isnt a good look either

[@jaydanielstech]

@@michelwilliam7133 I was paid by MagBak, but there’s also no other case that has MagSafe as strong as it, so it did win the MagSafe category. If you go back in my shortform content you’ll see I was on a pursuit of finding the strongest MagSafe magnet in a case. kzbin.infoztLxTy_ec5k As for picking a case I haven’t used, not sure what you’re referring to, but let me know - happy to shed light.

[@michelwilliam7133]

​@@jaydanielstechthe phone Rebel case.. you said it's a top case and you don't even have it

[@jaydanielstech]

I’ve had the 15 Pro variant, and I’m aware of what’s out there in the category that I deem worthy of a top spot. Thanks for sharing that it bothers you, I can keep that in mind for future content.

[@EtherealStudios]

I'd advise tou that when doing a video like this, you need to first at least mention ALL cases you tried before giving your conclusions. Otherwise your video is pointless because it leaves the viewer windering " so that how does that best protective case comoare to Otterbox or iBlason? ESR? Etc.

[@jaydanielstech]

Thanks for the comment / feedback. While I agree it adds integrity to list every case I tried, it might be an uninteresting part of the video to listen to me list off 10-20 cases per category. I could list them out in the description in future videos. What are your thoughts?

[@EtherealStudios]

@@jaydanielstechYes, there is two ways to go about it: (a) You either list them in the video description as you said , or (b) Pit a screen in the video for like 4 seconds while saying something like: "FYI , here are the pics and the names/brands of ALL the cases I considered before making this tier list, if want to know all of them just go-ahead and pause , everything that is there but I dont mentions is because for one reason or the other it didn't make the cut"

[@DukeSkyfocker]

I love you sir

[@OmarHafez-mh3de]

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

[@DukeSkyfocker]

@@OmarHafez-mh3de yes

[@Ramy-ql3tr]

These are all overpriced. I got my flip case for less than $10.

[@raz7864]

I’ve disliked the video because is misleading. Spigen transparent gets yellow over time without a replacement. So I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone

[@jaydanielstech]

Thanks for your honesty about disliking the video. I don’t think I’m being misleading as I never stated a case wouldn’t yellow. One of my next videos will be a large yellowing test on 8-10 different clear tests, Spigen included, so keep an eye on the channel for that. :)

[@sharpsbattle]

It sure is tough to find the perfect case this time. Long time otterbox commuter fan, but I hate the cut out. 🫤 Thanks for the reviews!