The iPhone 14 Pro Max might not be top of the line anymore, but it still has plenty to offer users looking for a stylish design and great screen. However, like any smartphone, it needs protecting, the iPhone 14 series drop tests prove that. While the iPhone 14 Pro Max won't have the same $1,100 price tag it did at release, it is still a costly piece of tech and you don't want it getting damaged, especially if you don't want to have to fork out for an iPhone 15 Pro Max.
While you might not want to cover Apple's stylish design, it's still worth doing. A good case is a simple, but effective, way to keep your investment safe and Apple users are spoiled for choice. Our current favorite is the Presidio2 Pro MagSafe. It's sleek, and stylish and has drop protection to keep your phone safe from accidental tumbles. However, it is very easy to overspend when it comes to cases, especially for the iPhone.
With that said, we have compiled a simple list of all the best cases from the very expensive, to the easily affordable. We also make sure to check how durable each case is to make it as easy as possible for you to find the case you are looking for.
Philip Michaels is the managing editor for mobile at Tom's Guide. He's been covering technology for more than 20 years and writing about smartphones since Steve Jobs showed off the original iPhone back in 2007. He's worked at Tom's Guide since 2015, and visitors to his Northern California home are wowed by the stacks of phones he keeps handy for head-to-head testing.
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Obviously there's no one perfect case for all users, but if we had to pick one that would suit the most iPhone 14 Pro Max users, it'll be the Speck Presidio2 Pro MagSafe. Its blend of protection, style, MagSafe charging compatability and a strong selection of different colors make it the all-rounder choice.
You can read more about it and our other top picks below.
Best case overall
Colors: Pink, Blue, Black, Charcoal, Grounded Purple, Spring Purple
Materials: Polycarbonate, thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 0.3 ounces
+ Many colorful options
+ 13-foot drop protection
- Visible company logo
Speck says its Presidio2 Pro case works like an airbag for your iPhone 14 Pro Max, cushioning the phone against any shocks from drops. You're able to count on 13-foot drop protection for your iPhone, with raised bezels keeping the screen and camera array from striking surfaces. The Presidio2 offers additional protection via a Microban antimicrobial coating. And Speck says this iPhone 14 Pro Max case works with MagSafe.
Best value
Colors: Clear (hard and soft), Frosted Black, Frosted Clear, Green, Red, Navy Blue, Pearl White, Purple, Solid Black, Jet Black, Charcoal
Materials: Thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 0.1 ounces
+ Available in color or transparent finishes
+ Thin, light design
- Not the flashiest of appearances
Get the Totallee Clear iPhone 14 Pro Max case if you want protection without a lot of fuss. You might not even notice the Totallee case is there, in part because it's so thin and light and also because you can pick a clear option that shows off your iPhone 14 Pro Max. If you prefer a splash of color, Totallee has options for you there, too, having expanded its different color options.
Best wallet case
Colors: Black, Tan, Blue
Materials: Leather
Weight: 0.7 ounces
+ Stylish case with slots for cards
+ Made with vegetable-tanned Ecco Leather
- On the pricey side of things
Mujjo's Full Leather Wallet Case offers more than just a protective cover for your iPhone 14 Pro Max (though it handles that job ably). It also doubles as a wallet, with a card pocket capable of holding two to three cards, whether it's a credit card, an ID card or what have you. A raised edge keeps the rear camera array safe, while a microfibre lining protects your phone from the inside. Choose from three different shades of leather that will develop their own unique patina the longer you use the case.
Best case protection
Colors: Kevlar Black
Materials: Kevlar
Weight: 2.4 ounces
+ 16-foot drop protection
+ Folio cover has slots for 2 cards
- Just one color option
- Hefty
It's going to be very hard to damage the iPhone 14 Pro Max when it's tucked inside one of the Metropolis cases from Urban Armor Gear. The case is made out kevlar and promises impact resistance plus enhanced corner protection. The iPhone 14 Pro Max's screen can be covered by a folio that uses magnetics to snap shut. For added flexibility, you even get a pair of card slots on the inside of the folio.
Best basic case
Colors: Blue, Black, Red, Clear
Materials: Recycled plastic
Weight: 2.1 ounces
+ 12-foot drop protection
+ Made from recycled materials
- Plain design
Get the Incipio Duo if you want strong drop protection from a basic case. Incipio promises 12-foot drop protection with the Duo, which is also designed to work with MagSafe accessories. Incipio uses recycled materials for its case, too, so you can rest as easy about the case's environmental impact as you would about the impact from crashes.
It should be noted that the Incipo case is currently seeing a major sale with the red option being cut by 40%.
Most distinct case
Colors: Aramid Fibre, Bamboo, Black Leather, Speckled Black Fabric, Walnut, White Acetate
Materials: Polycarbonate
Weight: 1.4 ounces
+ Unique materials
* Slim fit
- Costs more than $50
The Mous Limitless 5.0 doesn't look like most iPhone 14 Pro Max cases. Mous turns to a wide variety of materials — everything from Aramid fiber to bamboo — to give your case a distinctive look. The Limitless case features protection as well, absorbing the shocks from unexpected drops to keep your phone safe.
However, the price is a major issue with the average case costing nearly $60, which is steep for a basic case.
Best case for photographers
Colors: Indigo, Black, Clay, Olive
Materials: Polycarbonate, thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 1.4 ounces
+ Works with Moment iPhone lenses
+ 10-foot drop protection
- Lenses sold separately
Photographers should consider the Moment Case for iPhone Pro Max. It can fit an optional snap-in 67mm filter mount, CineClear filters or Drop-in Lens Mount (sold separately) so you can attach Moment's filters and lenses to your iPhone 14 Pro Max for enhanced photos. Even without those additions, you get 10-foot drop protection from a thin case with a textured surface that's easy to grip. Four distinct color options add to the appeal.
Good protection alternative
Colors: Black, Light Blue, Navy, Pink, Realtree Edge
Materials: Polycarbonate
Weight: 0.29 ounces
+ Made with 50% recycled plastic
+ Survived 4x as many drops as the military standard for drop protection
- Very expensive compared to other cases
- No magnets for MagSafe accessories
OtterBox's hard shell case promises strong protection for your iPhone 14 Pro Max, having endured four times as many drops in testing than those that are required to meet the military standard for drop protection. The case can work with wireless and MagSafe charging pads, though be aware there are no magnets in the case for attaching accessories.
Best MagSafe case
Colors: Midnight, Ink, Forest Green, Umber, Orange
Materials: Tanned leather
Weight: 4.2 ounces
+ Stylish leather material
+ MagSafe compatible
+ Six terrific colors
- Leather can crease over time
For the best fit for any MagSafe accessories you use with your iPhone 14 Pro Max, turn to Apple's Leather Case with MagSafe. Apple's case has built-in magnets that line up perfectly with the MagSafe connectors on the back of the iPhone 14 Pro Max for a secure fit. In addition to that, you also get a stylish-looking leather case that's available in a half-dozen different colors. You can slip your iPhone 14 Pro Max inside the Leather Case for a perfectly snug fit.
A clever case design
Colors: Black
Materials: Thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 3.3 ounces
+ 10-foot drop protection
+ Works with MagSafe
+ Scratch resistant
- Just one color
We appreciate the thought that went into designing the Catalyst Crux Case for the iPhone 14 Pro Max. Even though it's got a slim design, the case's corners are 33% to keep your iPhone's edges from being damaged by bumps. The Crux claims slip-proof corners as well, and if that doesn't reassure you, you can make use of the included lanyard to keep a grip on your iPhone 14 Pro Max. If the case does take a tumble, you've got 10-foot drop protection to fall back on.
Best clear case
Colors: Clear Black, Clear Purple
Materials: Polycarbonate, thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 3.5 ounces
+ Slim design
+ 4-foot drop protection
+ Works with wireless charging
- Prominent Casetify logo around camera array
The iPhone 14 Pro Max is such a looker, you don't want to completely obscure that gorgeous design. The Casetify Essential case gives you a clear look at the iPhone inside, with just a pop of color around the edges to add some flash. The case has been tested to withstand 78 drops from 4 feet high and raised edges protect the screen and cameras.
Best MagSafe case
Colors: Clear, Skyblue, Cucumber, Rose Quartz
Materials: Thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 0.1 ounces
+ MagSafe ring
+ Lightweight design
+ 10-foot drop protection
- Fairly plain
The BodyGuardz Carve case for the iPhone 14 Pro Max puts its love of MagSafe front-and-center. There's a built-in ring with magnets to help you more easily charge your iPhone 14 Pro Max or equip it with additional accessories. The case comes in several different tints to show off your iPhone's design, and you can also count on 10-foot drop protection plus an anti-microbial coating to keep your device protected.
What to look for with the best iPhone 14 Pro Max cases
The first thing to do when shopping for an iPhone 14 Pro Max case is to make sure that it actually fits the iPhone 14 Pro Max. Though this phone shares a 6.7-inch screen with the new iPhone 14 Plus, it also has a larger camera array, so cases for the Plus won't be a good fit for your iPhone 14 Pro Max. (Our look at the best iPhone 14 Plus cases can help you find accessories built for that model.) The same goes with cases for earlier iPhone Pro Max versions — camera arrays and button sizes change from year to year.
Looking for something that fits the standard iPhone 14? Check out our best iPhone 14 cases picks or the best iPhone 14 Pro cases if that's the model you have.
Always check the drop protection promised for an iPhone case, particularly if you want one that keeps your handset safe from danger. The best iPhone 14 Pro Max cases for protection will promise at least four-foot drop protection.
If you take advantage of MagSafe accessories, make sure the case is not only MagSafe-compatible, but that it has magnets in the case itself to attach any add-ons. Most cases these days will also work with wireless charging pads, but it doesn't hurt to check.
How we pick the best iPhone 14 Pro Max cases
We assemble our initial list of the iPhone 14 Pro Max cases by perusing the list of announced cases and relying on reader recommendations and word of mouth. We do attempt to bring in more cases for additional testing at a later date. We primarily assess cases based on price, drop protection, extra features and support for MagSafe and wireless charging. Because taste in cases differs from person to person, we look to include a wide variety of cases at different price ranges so that our best iPhone 14 Pro Max cases picks include something for everyone.
Does the iPhone 14 Pro Max need a case?
You're always going to be safer with a case on your phone, there's no denying it. Apple's stainless steel and Ceramic Shield glass should help shrug off some light damage, but it's not going to stop the phone from smashing if you drop it. Weigh up the risks carefully!
Are iPhone 14 Pro Max cases different from iPhone 13 Pro Max cases?
Unfortunately, yes they are different. Because Apple increased the size of the cameras in the iPhone 14 Pro Max, and fiddled with some other dimensions of the phone, an iPhone 13 Pro Max case isn't going to fit.
What's the best slim iPhone 14 Pro Max case?
The Totallee case is as slim a case as you'll find that can still offer some protection. If these cases are too flimsy-looking for you, then the Mous Limitless is rather svelte too.
What's the best iPhone 14 Pro Max case for protection?
Go for the UAG Metropolis or OtterBox Defender if you prioritise keeping your iPhone safe over other concerns like size or extra features.
