Updated on 11-2-2015 by Simon Hill: Added cases by Burkley, Adopted, Rhino Shield, iDeal, and Grovemade.
To help narrow down your choices, these are the best iPhone 6S cases we’ve seen so far.
Related: Best iPhone 6 cases
Burkley Walletcase ($34)
Here’s a hand-crafted wallet case in high quality leather that comes
in a variety of different finishes. You’ll find a black, polycarbonate
shell inside that your iPhone 6S snaps into. It’s minimalist, with
cut-outs for all the buttons and ports. Around that, you have a leather
folio with a diagonal flap that contains a magnetic closure. On the
inside cover there are three card slots, and you can also fold the cover
back to act as a landscape stand. There’s a cut-away on the back to
enable normal camera use. If the eye-catching, limited edition, fiesta
red isn’t to your tastes, check out the other finishes, including the
gorgeous antique coffee.Available at:
Amazon
Adopted Frame Case ($40)
This case has an expensive look and feel to it, but it’s really a
bumper, or a frame, rather than a typical iPhone 6S case. The frame and
the button covers are aluminum, and it has genuine, full-grain leather
panels to provide contrast, comfort, and grip. There’s a latch at the
bottom left corner, which makes it easy to put on and take off, and
there are openings for the ports and the side switch. It extends beyond
the iPhone body front and back to provide all-round protection. Even
though it’s just a frame, it does add bulk; it almost squares off the
rounded corners of your iPhone. We’re not sure about drop protection,
but it certainly fits nicely with Apple’s design.Available at:
Adopted
Rhino Shield PlayProof Case ($30)
It was the Crash Guard bumper
($25) that first brought Rhino Shield to our attention, and it’s still
worth a look, but the case maker has now widened its line-up with the
new PlayProof case. This is more of a traditional fitted case, blending a
hard shell with a shock-absorbing hexagonal pattern on the inside that
promises drop protection at up to 11.5 feet. The case is easy to fit,
the cut-outs are generous for easy access to ports, and the button
covers are pronounced, so you can find and use them easily without
looking. It’s a lightweight, slim case, considering the level of
protection, and you can get it in a wide variety of different finishes
(plain color cases are $5 cheaper). The only thing we don’t like is the
slippery back.Available at:
Evolutive Labs
iDeal Swipe Wallet Case ($44)
The Swipe Wallet case for the iPhone 6S combines a number of really
smart features. There’s a minimalist hard, plastic shell in black, which
you can snap your iPhone 6S into. It has the full range of cut-outs and
a textured finish that aids grip. It attaches to the fake leather
(polyurethane) wallet portion via magnets, so you can take the jacket on
and off as you like (iDeal also sell magnetic mounts).
The wallet has two card slots on the back for easy access, a magnetic
closure, and there’s a window in the front to display the time, incoming
calls, or music
controls. A series of four, shiny metal segments, near the bottom of
the cover, enable you to answer and hang up calls without having to open
the wallet. It can also double up as a landscape stand. You’ll enjoy
the clever design and stylish feel of this iDeal case.Available at:
iDeal
Grovemade Walnut Case ($100)
You can’t help falling in love with Grovemade’s wares, but they’re
not cheap. Crafted from Oregon Claro Walnut, each case has a unique
grain, and they’re all sanded and finished by hand in Portland, Oregon.
The natural wood looks and feels fantastic, the button covers work well,
and there are openings for the ports, camera, and side switch.
Grovemade has struggled to produce wooden cases that don’t add a lot of
bulk in the past, and its solution here is to offer a bumper and a
separate back plate that adheres directly to the back of your iPhone 6S.
It’s not all style over substance, this case will offer some protection
for your iPhone, but it is thin wood at the end of the day, so the case
may not survive a drop or bump unscathed.Available at:
Grovemade
Nodus Shell Case ($61)
We loved the folio style Access Case
by Nodus, so we were excited to hear about the new design for the Shell
case. It’s crafted from the same full grain Italian leather, but this
case is a slim, polycarbonate shell with a soft, microfiber lining that
your iPhone 6S will fit snugly into. It’s very slim, has accurate cut-outs for your ports and the camera, and sports
subtle button covers. There’s no distracting detail, just an embossed
octopus logo on the back. The Shell case also comes with a small
magnetic dock (a square of metal bearing that same stylish octopus logo)
that you can stick wherever you want. It’s a handy way to keep your iPhone 6S safe while charging, or to use it hands-free.Available at:
Nodus
Cover-Up Woodback Snap Case ($26)
Natural wood grain is always a pleasant look, and Cover-Up’s cases
strike a nice balance between style and affordability. This a slim case
that snaps onto the iPhone 6S. The main shell is black polycarbonate
with openings for all of the buttons, ports, and the camera. The back
panel comes in a wide variety of different natural wood finishes,
including padauk, bamboo, and blackened ash. These cases aren’t going to
provide rugged drop protection, but they’ll guard against scrapes and
bumps. The wood is all sustainable, hand-sanded, and waxed, and each one
looks unique.Available at:
Cover-Up Amazon
MagBak Case ($39)
Here’s another iPhone 6S case with a magnetic touch. The MagBak, as
the name suggests, has a magnetic strip inside it, and it ships with two
MagSticks, which are small magnetic strips with adhesive backs that you
can stick on the car dash or the kitchen tile for mounting your iPhone.
The case itself comes in six different colors, feels malleable and soft
to the touch, and has a black microfiber lining inside. There are
cut-outs for the ports, switch, and camera, and subtle button covers.
It’s very slim, so it may not provide much drop protection, but the
magnetic docks are potentially very handy.Available at:
MagBak
Encase Leather Wallet Case ($32)
This case is padded and covered with neatly stitched, genuine leather
in black or brown. Open up the magnetic closure, and you’ll find a full
wallet replacement inside, with three card slots and a larger money
pouch at the back. Your iPhone 6S clips into a tough, polycarbonate
frame with the full range of openings for access to controls and ports.
It’s an unobtrusive case that won’t draw undue attention to your iPhone
6S, and it offers complete all-round protection from falls, bumps, and
scratches.Available at:
Mobile Fun
Trident Aegis Pro Case ($35)
You may think you’ve seen the Aegis before, but Trident has
redesigned it for the iPhone 6S. It’s still a seriously tough case that
meets military drop test standard 810G, by blending tough polycarbonate
on the outside with a shock absorbent TPE inner. This case also features
good button covers, plugs to protect the ports, and a raised lip to
safeguard the screen. It has a lanyard loop, and it comes with a screen
protector. There’s a texture on the back to aid grip, and it has a
clever slide on design for an easy fit. It is definitely bulky, but it
will also definitely protect your iPhone 6S if you drop it.Available at:
Trident
Caseology Envoy Series Case ($17)
You don’t necessarily have to spend a lot of cash to get a case that
looks expensive. Caseology is best known as a budget case manufacturer,
but it brings plenty of style and a fashionable aesthetic to this
minimalist line for the iPhone 6S.
The Envoy Series combines a flexible TPU bumper case with a PU leather
backing. There’s a raised lip on the front to protect the screen,
rubberized button covers that are easy to find and press, and accurate
openings for the ports and the camera. The frame has a metallic gold
finish, but you can get a variety of different effects on the back
including black or white carbon fiber, or a blue, brown, or gold faux
leather.Available at:
Caseology Amazon
X-Doria: Defense Lux Case ($60)
Can you have solid protection and style in the same case? X-Doria
certainly thinks so. The Defense Lux has a soft rubber inner, an
impact-resistant polycarbonate back, and an anodized aluminum frame. The
whole package meets military drop test standard 810G, so it will
survive falls from up to 6.6 feet. You can choose from a range of
luxurious finishes on the back including carbon fiber, soft leather, and
crocodile skin. There’s a lip on the front to safeguard the screen, and
metallic covers to protect the buttons.Available at:
X-Doria Amazon
Otterbox Strada Series Case ($50)
The Strada Series is something a little different for Otterbox, a
company usually known for its highly protective cases. You still get a
solid shell the iPhone 6S snaps into, that offers real drop protection,
but there’s also a genuine leather cover and a metallic highlight
bearing the Otterbox logo on the side for a classy look. The metal plate
has a magnetic latch to keep the cover securely closed in your pocket
or bag. The inside has a soft lining and a single slot for a business card or ID. The button covers and openings are precise. You can get this in classic black, or reddish brown.Available at:
Otterbox Amazon
Skech Ice Case ($30)
Here’s a nice, practical case from Skech which isn’t too bulky. It
features a classic combination of soft interior wrapped in a hard shell.
The openings are large, so there’s no interference with the camera or
ports. The button covers are easy to find and not too stiff. It’s a
comfortable case to hold thanks to the soft touch finish. We also really
like the protective rim, which extends to protect the screen should
your phone land face down, and also covers the back to prevent
scratches. This grippy case comes in six different colors.Available at:
Skech
Silk Innovation: PureView Clear Case ($12)
The cheapest case on our list is a slim bumper with an internal tread
that promises to absorb shock. It has a clear back to allow Apple’s
iPhone 6S design to shine through. The button covers are quite large,
and there are big openings for the ports and camera. It looks quite good
for such a cheap case and should provide basic protection. You can pick
it up in gold, black, transparent frost, or grey. It’s easy to
customize this case by slipping a picture into the clear back section —
there’s even a template provided so you can trim the picture for a
perfect fit. You also get a screen protector in the box.Available at:
Amazon
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