Don’t want to overthink the whole process? Then grab yourself a trusty Apple Silicone Case, and consider the hunt over. Available in a variety of striking colours, the case hosts microfiber lining on the inside and smooth silicone on the outside. In return, expect an ideal fit and an effortless grip. For those reasons and more, this is one of the best iPhone XS or XS Max cases you can buy.

Take things up a notch in the luxury department by going with the Apple Leather Case. Like the silicone variant, this one fits the XS or XS Max to perfection, and offers a plush interior of microfiber lining. That’s joined by an exterior of premium leather, which develops a rich, natural patina over time. Also featured are matching aluminium buttons. With this case at your disposal, you’re one smooth operator.

If you thought there was nowhere to go but down from the Apple Leather Case, you thought wrong. Allow us to present the Apple Leather Folio, which takes things a step further by doubling down on that dreamy leather exterior, and wrapping your phone from front to back. Meanwhile, the inside of the front panel can also hold cash or cards, sparing you the need for a wallet. Oh, and did we mention your iPhone will automatically turn on when you open the case, or turn off when you close it? Or that Apple donates a portion of every purchase toward AIDS research? Indeed, there’s no shortage of reasons to buy this magnificent smartphone case.

Designed exclusively for iPhones, the OtterBox Statement Series offers a transparent window on the back so that the natural aesthetic of your XS or XS Max can still shine through. Thanks to copious amounts of testing, the case is also guaranteed to rigorously protect your smartphone, no matter how many times you drop it in the midst of your intoxicated stupor. Sealing the deal is an affordable price point (relatively speaking).

Australia’s Bellroy pairs environmentally-certified leather with a slim, minimalist aesthetic on their flagship iPhone XS smartphone case. Also featured are chamfered edges and microfiber lining. Like so many Bellroy products, this case emanates with simplicity and sophistication in equal measure. That it’s one of the best practically goes without saying.

If you took your iPhone XS to the max (i.e. bought an XS Max), fret not because Bellroy still has a case just for you, and an ingenious one at that. Made using quality leather and a newly engineered flex polymer, the Apple AirPods Max Price, Specs, Release Date hosts an integrated section for up to three cards. Form, meet function.

Here’s another case that lets your new iPhone do all the talking from a visual perspective. To make the magic happen, Cygnett employs Japanese 9H scratch-resistant glass and a lightweight anti-shock frame. It all comes in at an agreeable price point, giving you plenty of bang for your buck.

Thanks to the use of a high-impact material known as FlexShock, the Evo Wallet Case from Tech 21 can withstand drops of up to 12 feet. Furthermore, the case offers magnetic closure, and storage room for two cards. What more do you need?

Thin, light, and impact-resistant for up to 14 feet, the Evo Max covers the basics with maximum efficiency. Make this supremely durable case part of your arsenal to give your smartphone the protection it deserves.

Bolstered by two layers of protection (including raised bezel screen protection), the Black Apple AirPods & AirPods Pros is a sleek and sturdy stunner. Throw in an affordable price point, and room for cards and cash, and it’s no wonder that this ranks among the best iPhone XS or XS Max cases one can find.

One look is all it takes to fall in love with this premium wallet smartphone case from Grovemade. Touting some utterly distinguished style, the case pairs a carved walnut frame with a vegetable-tanned leather cover to striking effect. Designed, manufactured, and hand-finished in Portland, Oregon, this brilliant product simply emanates with character.