Best rugged cases for iPhone 13 in 2024 (2024)

Urban Armor Gear UAG for iPhone 13

Lightweight durability

This super durable case by Urban Armor Gear features a raised bezel that surrounds the screen to protect it from scratches, as well as skid pads and extra-padded corners to protect your iPhone 13 from scrapes, drops, and bumps. For the durability it provides, this case is nice and lightweight. The button pads are ultra-responsive, and it supports MagSafe charging. Plus, it comes in a large array of colors to choose from.

Red2Fire Rugged Case

Shockproof

This budget friendly case by Red2Fire comes in a rainbow of colors to choose from. This clear iPhone 13 case ith screen protector features sensitive touch performance as well as full-screen coverage, protecting against scratches and cracks. It’s got a double-layer design and a sturdy, transpartent, back cover that provides 360-degree, full-body protection.

Pelican Voyager Rugged Case

Tough, rugged, and highly-rated

The Pelican Voyager Rugged Case features a sleek, matte, black finish, and a belt holster/kickstand for added functionality. It’s got anti-scratch coating so it will always look nice and new, as well as raised edges on both the front and back cameras to protect the screens. It’s reinforced with four protective layers of hard polycarbonate shell and soft elastomer to protect your phone from all elements. It is made of recycled materials making it sustainable, and it’s compatible with MagSafe and wireless charging.

Otterbox iPhone 13 Defender Series Pro Case

Old reliable

It may seem like an obvious choice, and that's because it is. Otterbox is a go-to for rugged cases since they were one of the first brands to make them for iPhone, and the iPhone 13 is no exception. In our own review of this case, we confirmed that you can count on the Otterbox Defender for 3X the standard of military-grade drop protection.

Spigen Rugged Armor Designed for iPhone 13

Best value

Spigen's Rugged Armor Case is both protective and long-lasting despite its surprisingly low price. The flexible TPU material is easy to install and great at absorbing shocks and bumps. The raised bezels around the screen and camera protect these fragile areas, and the grooved sides improve grip.

Mous Limitless 4.0 Aramid Fibre Case

Lifeproof FRĒ Case

Smartish Gripzilla with MagSafe

Rokform Rugged Case

Cyclist's BFF

If your iPhone is a road warrior that accompanies you on your bicycle, motorcycle, RTV, or even on rock climbing excursions, the Rokform Rugged Case is the way to go. The super-tough case comes with a unique interlocking mount that works for a variety of accessories, allowing you to mount it securely to almost anything.

Otterbox iPhone 13 Defender Series Screenless

Old reliable

This is another version of the Otterbox Defender without screen protection, so you don't lose that feeling of glass on your iPhone. It also has a belt clip that doubles as a kickstand, as well as port covers to stop dirt, dust, and grime.

Otterbox iPhone 13 Commuter Series

Commute in style and safety

The Otterbox Commuter Series still offers some great protection but its decidedly slimmer in profile than some of the other offerings here. It also looks a lot more stylish and less like military-grade hardware, so is a great compromise for some extra peace of mind.

Nicolette Roux