Suggested case for iPhone 16

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Finch

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#320016 26-Jun-2025 14:02

Hey folks.

Recently upgraded from iPhone 12-16. I'm not normally one to use a case and I've been fine, however the build of the iPhone 16 have me worried as it feels quite a bit more slippery in my hand. So I'm looking at buying a case. Would have to be local (So not from overseas) as I'll need it for the weekend so will go out tomorrow to get it.

Are there any brands I should be staying away from? A particular material that I should be avoiding? Hoping to just buy from Noels/JB/PB Tech etc. Ideally something minimal, just not flimsy that can't withstand a potential drop from phone holding height.

Many thanks.

Asteros

277 posts

Ultimate Geek

#3387207 26-Jun-2025 14:08

I usually buy whatever is on sale at PB Tech. I've had good experiences with the Spigen and Torras brands.

gfaye

14 posts

Geek

#3387209 26-Jun-2025 14:16

I've always been happy with the clear Apple magsafe cases with my last few phones. Never had one fail or turn yellow like you see other clear ones doing.

Finch

2851 posts

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#3387301 26-Jun-2025 20:03

Thanks folks.

Forgot to mention, I don't really want to be paying more than $50 for a case

bp1000

93 posts

Master Geek

#3387748 28-Jun-2025 06:42

For my 12 pro, I had an Otterbox Symmtery+ Magsafe Case, along with the Otterbox Magsafe Folio (both bought on sale at PB Tech).

After 2.5 years the Symmtery+ Case started to fall apart. My case didn't have a hard life but the edge started to come unstuck from the back.

I ended up getting a generic magsafe case from TechPro Repairs (a mall booth store) for $50. It has a hinged bracket over the camera area that can be used as a stand for the phone, and it works perfectly with the Otterbox Folio, which is still in great condition.

The TechPro case was $15 less than what I paid for the Otterbox case, but right now I'm more impressed with the TechPro case

JPNZ

1549 posts

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#3394363 15-Jul-2025 15:46

Had a otterbox Lumen series on my 15 plus, plastic back pulled off the sides after 9 months. Onto a Spigen Ultra Hybrid magfit case which is brilliant. Had the Ultra hybrid on my previous iPhones and should have stuck with it.

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duckDecoy

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#3394369 15-Jul-2025 16:25

I have had Ottorbox's on previous iPhones and have been very happy with the performance, I didn't have it fall apart like JPNZ experienced.

One thing I always looked for was getting something that has "grippy" sides so you're far less likely to drop it in the first place.

RunningMan

8963 posts

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#3394386 15-Jul-2025 17:23

There's heaps of fake Otterbox cases around, and the quality is dire compared to the genuine ones.

Having said that, have found Spigen tough armor to be a good balance between slim and oversize and decent durability.

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gehenna

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#3394392 15-Jul-2025 18:16

Spigen is good. Cheap, and generally less tacky than the equivalent cheapies.

JPNZ

1549 posts

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#3394494 16-Jul-2025 07:57

RunningMan:

There's heaps of fake Otterbox cases around, and the quality is dire compared to the genuine ones.

Having said that, have found Spigen tough armor to be a good balance between slim and oversize and decent durability.

Yea my OB was purchased from the apple store and was $99! The $65 spigen is miles better

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