The Best Cases for Your Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra 5G

Smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra are faster and better than ever, but they’re also more fragile than ever before. Thanks to the glass that covers the front and back of the device, one bad drop can cause permanent damage. Fortunately, there is an almost infinite number of cases to choose from to protect your brand new handset.

Before we begin, note that we have linked cases for the Samsung Galaxy S20. Each of these accessory manufacturers also sells the cases for the Galaxy S20+ and Galaxy S20 Ultra. You’ll be able to find the case for your phone after clicking on the individual links.

Best Budget Cases

Cases and other accessories tend to be expensive. When you’re already spending $1,000+ on the handset, your bank account might not allow you to spend much too much on extras. Fortunately, there are a number of inexpensive cases for the budget-conscious.

Spigen Rugged Armor

If you buy a case for your Galaxy S20 from your carrier at the same time as your handset, you’ll likely pay a minimum of $40. Why pay such a high premium when you can get the Spigen Rugged Armor for a quarter of the price? This case is made out of a TPU material that should be able to absorb minor drops and offers clicky button presses.

Caseology Parallax

If the Rugged Armor is too boring for you, check out the Parallax series. Not only does Caseology’s product offer a more interesting design, but it also includes dual-layered bumpers that should offer more protection from accidental drops. The Parallax case is available in Midnight blue, Matte Black, Aqua Green, and Burgundy.

Best Thin Cases

Starting at 6.3-inches, the Samsung Galaxy S20 is a large phone. As such, you don’t want to add a bulky case that’ll make the handset unwieldy. Fortunately, there are several ultra-thin cases that you can add to your new smartphone.

Totallee Thin Case

Companies like Samsung spend a lot of time making phones sexy. Throwing a case on top of the build tends to take away from the device’s design. If you want to retain the Galaxy S20’s fit and finish while also saving it from scratches and minor falls, look no further than Totallee’s Thin Case. The case is crystal clear, allowing you to see your phone through the transparent, rubbery TPU. If that isn’t for you, the company also offers a thin case in black with a matte finish.

Spigen Liquid Air Armor

The Spigen Liquid Air Armor isn’t transparent, but it is one of the thinnest cases you can get for your Galaxy S20. The matte finish adds grip to your device that reverses the slippery nature that comes from Samsung’s all-glass design. The company’s “Air Cushion Technology” is also made to protect the handset from drops and accidents.

Best Rugged Cases

Accident-prone Galaxy S20 owners should look at rugged cases. You might pay a premium for extra-strength drop protection, but that added cost will protect you from paying even more to replace your expensive smartphone.

Urban Armor Gear Plasma

You know Urban Armor Gear’s (UAG) Plasma case is rugged based solely on its industrial design. Looks aren’t everything though, so the company proudly touts that the case meets the MIL-STD 810G 516.6 drop-test standard.

UAG also makes the Monarch case for the Galaxy S20 that’s made out of metal and carbon fiber, which meets two times the military drop-test standard.

LifeProof Next

The LifeProof Next case features a two-piece design that keeps most liquids out of the Samsung Galaxy S20. A cover that resides at the bottom of the case protects the phone’s USB-C port from dirt and other debris. The form-fitting design is built to protect your device from drops up to six and a half feet.

Urban Armor Gear Civilian

The Civilian series is the latest case from Urban Armor Gear (UAG). Its sleek and refined design consists of shock-absorbent material, impact-resistant bumpers, and a hard shell. Just like the company’s other cases, it meets the MIL-STD 810G 516.6 drop-test requirements.

Best Clear Cases

Samsung spends a lot of time perfecting the design of its devices. But by covering your Galaxy with a case, you’re not only losing out on handset’s design, but you’re also losing the Galaxy S20’s original color. Clear cases ensure that you can keep an eye on your phone inside.

Speck Presidio Perfect-Clear

The Speck Presidio Perfect-Clear case is equal parts transparent and drop resistant. The case doesn’t look rugged, but its impact shock-absorbing design can take drops up to 13 feet. Unfortunately, you’ll find a small Speck watermark in the top-right corner of the case.

If you want to jazz up the Presidio’s design, Speck also makes the case with gold glitter and another with a grippy material.

Caseology Solid Flex Crystal

Caseology’s Solid Flex Crystal case for the Samsung Galaxy S20 series is the budget choice for those looking to add drop protection to their device while retaining its original look. The accessory is thin and watermark-free on the back of the case, but the reinforced corner bumpers do take away from the overall design.

Best Grippy Cases

Just because you put a case on your Galaxy S20 doesn’t mean it’s any less slippery. If you’re looking for a case that won’t jump out of your hand or fall of a tablet, take a look at some of the most grippy cases that you can purchase right now.

Speck Presidio Grip

The Speck Presidio Grip packs the company’s Impactium Shock Barrier which will help protect your Samsung Galaxy S20 from drops of up to 13 feet. The rubber ridges that cover most of the accessory makes it one of the best grippy options on the market. The case is available in black, gray,, blue, and includes microban protection for a 99 percent reduction in bacteria.

Gear4 Battersea

The Gear4 Battersea is a case made out of D3O, an impact-resistant material used in helmets and other safety products. The soft-touch material is slim, anti-microbial, and should protect your Samsung Galaxy S20 from drops from up 16 feet.

OtterBox Commuter

The OtterBox Commuter is a two-piece case that offers increased grip and drop protection. The soft rubber material easily slips over your Samsung Galaxy S20 and a hard shell fits over the entire device, completing the package. The grippy edges make it nearly impossible to drop. The Commuter is available in black and mint.

Best Customizable Cases

Switching between cases on the daily to match your outfit can get costly. Fortunately, there are cases out there that allow you to customize the look and feel for a relatively low price.

dbrand Grip

dbrand is known for its 3M vinyl skins that help customize the look and feel of your tech. But if you want more than scratch resistance, you’ll want to check out the Grip. As the name suggests, the case is ultra grippy and is designed to protect the Samsung Galaxy S20’s display. Plus, when you get tired of the case, you can apply a new skin to change up the device’s look.

OtterBox Pop Symmetry Series

The Pop Symmetry Series includes the drop protection that comes with being an OtterBox product but includes the added benefits of having a built-in Popsocket. As there are literally hundreds, if not thousands, of Popsocket designs available, you can change up the look of your Galaxy S20 accessory whenever you liked. The case is available in Black or Mint.