12 Cases That’ll Protect and Personalize Your Apple Watch

The Exo Edge by Otterbox is our favorite Apple Watch case because it delivers the brand’s top-quality protection in a slim and elegant form that’s easy to snap on.

The Otterbox Exo Edge has a polycarbonate bezel to help protect it without obstructing access to the device’s screen or buttons. It is available for all Apple Watch models and case sizes in a variety of different colors.

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The Caseology Nero case is our favorite pick for budget-minded Apple Watch owners. Priced around $10, the accessory has a slim profile (it’s barely thicker than 1 millimeter) and a cool matte finish. It’s available in black or pink, and both colors are a perfect match for Apple’s own silicone straps.

Made from soft thermoplastic polyurethane, the Nero Apple Watch case is easy to install and remove. Its raised edges help protect the smartwatch's screen and also make it more ergonomic. The case is also available for 40-millimeter Apple Watch models.

The Air Case by PITAKA has an incredibly elegant and thin design. The accessory is less than a millimeter thick, and it weighs less than a gram, so it’s as discreet as it gets. It’s available for 40- and 44-millimeter Apple Watch models.

Thankfully, despite its minimalist design, this Apple Watch case does not lack toughness. It’s crafted using aramid fiber, which is a material that’s used in racing cars, the aerospace industry, and body armor. In addition to being incredibly durable, the material has a sleek, high-tech appearance.

If you’re looking for a case that’ll protect and showcase your Apple Watch, this clear TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) case by Spigen is your best option. Also available for the 40-millimeter variant of the smartwatch, this Apple Watch case has an exceptional fit.

All of the controls of the Apple Watch are easily accessible with this case. We like its affordable price, too.

This Apple Watch case by Urban Armor Gear is one of the toughest around. Designed to meet military drop-test standards, the case has a duo of protective layers, as well as raised edges to protect the screen and the watch edges.

Despite its considerable size and tough build, the case can simply snap right onto your Apple Watch—no need to even remove the strap. UAG offers the case only for the 44-millimeter Apple Watch models.

Belkin’s ScreenForce is a smartwatch screen protector with an ultra thin, slightly curved design. It comes with a tray that makes installing it a breeze, too. Belkin offers the product for Apple Watch models with a 40- and 44-millimeter case.

The screen protector has a water-resistant finish, as well as a coating that keeps fingerprints away. We like that it’s designed to maintain the touchscreen sensitivity of the Apple Watch—it also has an impressive lifetime warranty.

The Element Case Black Ops is hands down the most badass option for protecting your Apple Watch. Inspired by military gear, the accessory consists of a rugged protective case for the timepiece, as well as a stainless steel band. Combined, they will give the Apple Watch a distinctive look, and make it practically indestructible.

The protective case for the Apple Watch is crafted from aluminum and polycarbonate. It has a cover on the side button of the gadget, as well as an aluminum tether bar. These bits have a cool red finish. Just note that this band only is available for 44-millimeter Apple Watch models. 

The Catalyst Waterproof Case doubles the submersible depth rating of the Apple Watch. It has been tested to withstand up to a whopping 100 meters, and it even meets military-grade specs for drop resistance. Built like a tank, this Apple Watch case comes bundled with a comfy silicone strap. You can order it in black or gray.

Catalyst also offers the accessory for 40-millimeter Apple Watch models, as well as a variant of the waterproof case for the older Apple Watch models with a 42-millimeter case.

This gold-plated case with embedded zirconia crystals will make your Apple Watch even more luxe. It’s crafted from bronze with silver plating for enhanced durability, and the interior has a silicone lining to prevent it from scratching the Apple Watch.

This Apple Watch case is available for all models and case sizes. It comes in a yellow or rose gold coating, as well as a duo of rhodium finishes.

This Apple Watch case by Catalyst may be slim, but it’s capable of protecting the smartwatch from up to 10-foot drops. The secret is in the smart design: It features a unique truss cushioning system with impact-absorbing air gaps in between the cover and the watch.

The case is available for the Apple Watch models with a 40-millimeter size as well. It comes bundled with a breathable silicone band that’s cool-looking, comfy, and easy to change. You can order it in black, blue, or red. 

If you own a stainless steel Apple Watch, look into getting this coordinating watch case from Casetify. Matching Apple’s smartwatch color options, this reasonably priced accessory is available with a polished black, silver, or gold finish.

Its easy-to-install cover is crafted from soft TPU material, which offers solid protection against bumps and scratches. It’s also conveniently available for all Apple Watch versions and case sizes.

The Spigen Rugged Armor Pro case has a matte finish and raised edges that will keep scratches away from the device’s display. It is available for the Apple Watch Series 4 and 5.

This Apple Watch case is available in black or rose gold. I like that Spigen offers a Tough Armor Pro case with a bundled Apple Watch strap that’s priced below $20. Spigen also offers a Rugged Armor cover for older Apple Watch models with a 42-millimeter case.