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The 5 Best Waterproof Phone Cases of 2023

December 18, 2022

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Waterproof cases are definitely worth it, but only if you’re that kind of user with an active lifestyle and a big passion for beach sports or underwater photography. Here are few best waterproof cases to protect your phone:

Best for iPhone 12 series:

Catalyst Total Protection Case For iPhone12

Merits:

1. Adds drop protection.

2. Passes through clear audio.

3. Qi charging and MagSafe compatibility.

Demerits

1. No colours are available except black.

2. And it is a bit costly.

It offers great all around protection against everyday bumps,scratches, and even drops. Its good for underwater depth up to 33 feet,and on land it protects the phone from 6.6feet. So, when you’re in the pool, river rafting or doing extreme sports you can be assured that your phone will be safe from all elements.

The touchscreen is fully responsive, and the hard coated dual optical lens won’t interfere with the iphone camera.

Price at time of publish $90

Compatibility: iPhone 12 series

Drop Protection: 6.6 feet.

Water Resistant: 33 feet

Screen protector: Yes

Best for Samsung galaxy S21:

Ghostek Nautical Waterproof Case for Galaxy S21.

Merits:

1. Effective 12 foot drop protection.

2. Grippy sides

3. Fingerprint unlock compatible.

Demerits:

1.Limited colour available.

Samsung Galaxy owners will appreciate what Ghostek’s Nautical waterproof case offers with both underwater and military grade drop protection that doesn’t give in the way of using all the great features that Samsung flagship smartphones offer.

Price at the time of publish: $35

Compatibility: Galaxy S21 series

Drop protection: 12 feet

Water resistant: 20 feet

Screen protection: Yes.

Best for iPhone SE:

Lifeproof FRE Waterproof Case for iPhone SE and iPhone 8\7.

Merits:

1. Water and drop protection

2. Touch ID compatible

3.Slim and light design

Demerits:

1.Can be tricky to get properly sealed.

It is not recommended to go outdoors like boating or rafting.For this you need a truly waterproof case like lifeproof FRE, which protects the phone from 2 metres of water for up to an hour that’s double the water resistance of the iphone SE itself.

Price at time of publish:$64.50

Compatibility: iPhone SE

Drop protection: 6.6 feet

Water resistant: 6.6 feet

Screen protection: Yes.

Best for Google Pixel 5:

Lanheim IP68 Waterproof Case for Google Pixel 5

Merits

1.Slim design

2.Drop protection

3 Full fingerprint sensor compatibility

Demerits

1.Narrow opening blocks some third party wired charges

It is a waterproof case that is specifically designed for Google’s Pixel. It features not only water protection but also drop resistance .

The front screen offers responsive touch sensitivity and even supports fingerprint authentication.

Price at time of publication: $19

Compatibility: Google Pixel 5
Drop Protection: 6.6 feet
Water resistant: 6.6 feet
Screen Protector: Yes

Best Budget:

Vansky Floatable Waterproof Phone Case:

Merits:

1.Fits smartphones of all sizes

2.Floats

3.Supports wired headphones

Demerits:

1.Internal headphone wire cant be removed.

This case is a really affordable option that you’ll be able to use with just about any smartphone on the market, since it is basically a pouch that is large enough to accommodate even plus sized models.