The best Samsung Galaxy S24 phone cases of 2024

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The anniversary of the Samsung Galaxy S24's release is fast approaching, but this phone is still a solid device. The Galaxy S24 series continues to impress with advanced AI features, real-time voice call translations, chat assists, and generative photo edits. This $800 phone is worth protecting, and a high-quality case is a must. 

The Galaxy S25 series may be just around the corner, but we still love the S24. That's why we tested the best Galaxy S24 cases on the market, looking for the perfect blend of durability, functionality, and style. 

Also: Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus review: Making it harder to justify buying the Ultra

What is the best Galaxy S24 phone case right now? 

ZDNET has rounded up the best Galaxy S24 phone cases you can buy right now. Our pick for the best Samsung Galaxy S24 phone case overall is Speck Presidio2 Grip Case for its high drop protection of 13 feet -- the highest on this list -- its grippy feel, and its slim design. To learn about the rest of our phone case picks, keep reading. 

The best Samsung Galaxy S24 phone cases 

Speck Presidio2 Grip Case

Best Samsung Galaxy S24 case overall

For only $40, you're getting a grippy phone case with 13-foot drop protection (the highest drop protection on this list) and wireless charging compatibility. Speck made the Presidio2 Grip Case 20% slimmer than the last version to easily fit into pockets and take up less space. It provides additional drop protection through its proprietary Armour Cloud technology, which acts like airbags for your S24. Plus, the case comes with inverted grips that ensure the case stays in your hand. 

Also: The best Samsung phones you can buy: Expert tested

Speck keeps it simple with three colors: charcoal grey/cool bronze, black/slate grey, and coastal blue/dust grey. The colors are minimal and basic. But if you don't mind a plain-looking case and drop protection is your main priority, you can't lose with the Speck Presidio 2 Grip Case. 

Speck Presidio2 Grip Case features: Color: Comes in charcoal grey/cool bronze, black/slate grey, coastal blue/dust grey | Drop protection? Yes, 13 feet | Wireless charging compatibility? Yes

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Casetify Impact Ring Stand Case

Best Galaxy S24 phone case with an innovative feature

Casetify's Impact Ring Stand offers a clear case with a lifted camera ring built in to prevent scratches. It is not only protective but also functions as a kickstand to prop your phone up while watching videos, typing a text, or scrolling social media. This case's drop protection is 6.6 feet and has a 3X military-grade standard rating. 

The phone case isn't cheap at $80, but it offers military-grade protection and handy convenience in the form of the ring stand. 

Casetify Impact Ring Stand Case specs: Color: Clear | Drop protection? Yes, up to 6.6 ft | Wireless charging/MagSafe compatible? Wireless charging compatible

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Samsung Standing Grip Case

Best dual-function Galaxy S24 phone case

This Samsung phone case merges the best of Casetify's Impact Ring Stand Case and Dbrand's Grip Case. Slide the strap of the grip case out so it functions as a phone stand or an extra hand holder. The cases come in dark violet, taupe, and light blue. Plus, Samsung says this case is smooth to the touch.

Samsung Standing Grip Case features: Color: Comes in dark violet, taupe, and light blue | Drop protection? N/A | Wireless charging compatibility? No 

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Incipio Duo Case

Best budget Galaxy S24 phone case

If you're looking to spend under $40 for a high-quality case, look no further than Incipio's Duo case, which retails for $35 and offers the second-highest drop protection on this list. What you lack in color customization (the case only comes in black), you make up for impressive drop protection and a justifiable price. 

The Duo is a two-piece case that's slimmer for easy pocketability. It's made with recycled materials for an easy-resting conscience. 

Incipio Duo Case features: Color: Black | Drop protection? Yes, up to 12 feet | Wireless charging compatibility? Yes 

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Dbrand Grip Case

Best grippy Galaxy S24 phone case

Dbrand calls this phone case "the world's grippiest phone case." While I haven't tested it out, Dbrand includes thousands of microscopic ridges within the case and grip strips on each side for additional graspability. 

On the odd occasion that the phone falls out of your hand, the grip case is built with military-grade impact resistance, so you can count on an additional layer of protection if and when you get clumsy. The cases come in 35 creative styles to match your customization desires, blending that high-level protection with personalized style. 

Dbrand Grip Case features: Comes in 35 different styles | Drop protection: Yes, up to 10 feet | Wireless charging compatible? Yes

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Casetify Mirror Case

Best trendy Galaxy S24 phone case

iPhones tend to get all the fun and funky cases, but Androids deserve love, too. Casetify knows this and created one of its most popular and viral iPhone cases (used by Dua Lipa and Kylie Jenner, among other celebrities) for the new Galaxy S24 line. 

Celebrity popularity aside, the phone case offers nearly 5 feet of drop protection and is wireless charging compatible, so you can plop it on a Qi2 charger and power it seamlessly. 

Casetify Mirror Case specs: Color: Clear | Material: Drop protection? Yes, up to 4.9 ft | Wireless charging/MagSafe compatible? Wireless charging compatible

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Pitaka MagEZ Case 4

Best lightweight S24 phone case

Every aspect of Pitaka's MagEZ Case 4 offers a thoughtful design choice through the manufacturer's proprietary design techniques. For example, the case is woven from processed aramid fibers, a strong and lightweight material. It also uses Pitaka's SlimBoard technology to lighten the MagSafe ring load. The result is a case that is slim, lightweight, and protective. 

Also: Samsung Galaxy S24 series hands-on: I did not expect this model to be my favorite

The MagEZ Case 4 comes in three colors: a warm sunset, a cool moonrise, and black/gray. The case is only partially drop-protective, so if you tend to drop your phone regularly, you might consider other options. 

Pitaka MagEZ Case 4 features: Color: Comes in sunset, moonrise, and black/gray | Drop protection? Partial drop protection | Wireless charging/MagSafe compatible? MagSafe compatible

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Galaxy S24 CasePriceDrop protection?Wireless charging?
Speck Presidio2 Grip Case$40Yes, up to 13 feet Yes
Casetify Impact Ring Stand Case$80Yes, up to 6.6 feetYes
Samsung Standing Grip Case$48NoNo
Incipio Duo Case$35Yes, up to 12 feet Yes
Dbrand Grip CaseStarts at $60Yes, military-grade impact resistanceNA
Casetify Mirror Case$65Yes, up to 4.9 feetYes
Pitaka MagEZ Case 4Starts at $70Partial protection Yes
Choose this Galaxy S24 case...If you want...
Speck Presidio2 Grip CaseThe best Galaxy S24 case overall for its 13-foot drop protection, wireless charging compatibility, and grippy feel. For the low price of $40, you're getting a reliable case that will protect your phone, plus a few color options.
Casetify Impact Ring Stand CaseGreat drop protection, wireless charging compatibility, and a handy ring around the camera that doubles as a stand.
Samsung Standing Grip CaseA combination of Casetify's Impact Ring Stand Case and Dbrand's Grip Case. You won't get drop protection or MagSafe compatibility, however.
Incipio Duo CaseA budget friendly case with the second highest drop protection on this list and wireless charging.
Dbrand Grip CaseThe grippiest case on this list with military-grade impact resistance. You won't drop these creatively styled cases but if you do you won't have to worry about scratches.
Casetify Mirror CaseA viral case with substantial drop protection and wireless charging.
Pitaka MagEZ Case 4A thoughtfully designed case that is slim and lightweight with partial drop protection.
Price: A good phone case shouldn't break the bank. While you will have to spend some money for a phone case that fully protects your Galaxy S24, you shouldn't drop your whole paycheck on one.  Durability: A well made case should keep your phone protected from the elements and any minor drops. It should have a few feet of drop protection -- extra credit if it has military-grade protection. Design: We considered customization variety, color, style, portability, and functionality in regards to design. The best phone cases offer wireless charging or MagSafe compatibility to easily attach to a MagSafe charger for cordless power. Some cases double as a wallet or prop a phone up through a ring stand. 

The ZDNET team spends weeks with a phone case, using it in many environments like the office, outdoors, grocery stores, or at home. We do so to test how well a phone case can perform in various environments, as each environment tests the durability and protection.

Although you can test phone cases with just a simple drop from various heights, you should conduct your own testing in your frequented environments to see how they hold up. At the end of the day, the only way to know if a phone case works for you is to try it on your own phone.

The Galaxy S24 is the smallest phone out of the lineup, being the most comfortable to hold and use with one hand. You can expect mostly the same Galaxy AI features on the S24 as there are on the two more expensive models. The Galaxy S24 retails for $799.

The Galaxy S24 Plus offers a QHD display with a larger battery than the S24. Plus, it supports 45W fast charging. The S24 Plus retails for $999. 

The Galaxy S24 Ultra offers the best camera system out of the lineup, with a 200MP main lens and a 50MP telephoto lens. This phone is made for photo-savvy phone users looking to get the most out of their phone cameras. The Ultra comes with an S Pen stylus, easy for taking notes, circle-searching, and sketching. Just like the S24 Plus, the S24 Ultra also supports 45W fast charging. The S24 Ultra for $1,299. 

All phone models come violet yellow, gray, and black. 

No, the phone sizes are different than previous models, so your old Galaxy case won't fit on your new phone. 

We chose the aforementioned phone cases for their high quality build, drop protection, and style. But there are plenty of phone cases that also meet the mark. Here are a few below. 

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