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Buyer's Guide: List of Cases for the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus

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With the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus in the hands of millions of customers as of today, many users will be looking to purchase cases for their new devices. Despite the fact that the phones were just released, there are already quite a few options on the market as many case makers began preparing cases for the devices months ago.

We've rounded up some of the available iPhone 6 and 6 Plus cases below, with options ranging from ultra thin and light to those that offer complete protection.

Spigen - Spigen has a range of iPhone 6 and 6 Plus cases available, each offering varying degrees of protection. The Tough Armor case, for example, advertises "extreme" protection with a foldable kickstand, while the Air Skin is advertised as the thinnest case ever made at 0.4mm thick. Spigen's cases range in price from $14.99 to $34.99, with most shipping out in 7 to 10 business days. Spigen's range of cases can also be found on Amazon at somewhat lower prices.

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Otterbox - Otterbox has a selection of cases for both the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus, including the ultra protective Defender series, which is a three-layer rugged case designed to offer full protection for the iPhone's display. The Defender series is bulky, so Otterbox also offers the thinner Symmetry line and the Commuter series. Priced from $39.90 to $69.90, Otterbox plans to make its cases available soon.

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Apple - Apple is selling its own line of cases, specifically designed to complement the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. Cases are available in leather and silicone, in several different colors. Apple's cases are available through the Apple online store or through its retail stores beginning today. Prices range from $35 to $49.

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Speck - Speck is selling several different cases designed for the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus, with prices ranging from $40 to $45. The traditional CandyShell case is available in multiple variations, including a Grip version that makes the iPhone easier to hold, an Inked version that comes with high-res graphics, and the Card version that has room for a credit card and cash. Speck also has the MightyShell case, which offers extra protection. Some variations are in stock immediately, while others are coming soon.

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Case-Mate - Case-Mate has a selection of particularly flashy cases available for the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, with designs ranging from gold glitter to a carbon alloy in a diamond design. Case-Mate also has a few less flashy cases available, including the Barely There case that's designed to be thin and the Slim Tough Case that includes a shock-resistant bumper. Case-Mate's cases are available now and range in price from $20 to $80.

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Incipio - Incipio has a huge selection of cases for both the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus, most of which are thin and affordable. The company's well-known Feather case, for example is thin and lightweight, constructed from polycarbonate with an EVA interior liner. Another case, the DualPro, is slightly thicker but provides two layers for extra protection. Incipio's cases range in price from $20 to $45.

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Society6 - Society6 takes a blank iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus case (in slim or "tough") and customizes it with one of hundreds of images. Designs run the gamut from scenic vistas to abstract art to silly pictures like a panda in an astronaut suit or a llama in a taxi. Cases are priced at $35 to $38.

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Groupon - Groupon has several iPhone 6 and 6 Plus cases from a variety of manufacturers that are available for pre-order at discounted prices. Custom cases that are user-designed from MyCustomCase can be purchased for $20, a $25 savings. Groupon has a pre-order for the iHome Folio available for the iPhone 6 for $12.99, and the iHome Sheer case for the iPhone 6 for $9.99.

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Groupon also has the MOTA iPhone 6 Protective case available for pre-order for $9.99, down from $39.99, and it also has the Aduro BookCase Folio and Wallet Case for iPhone 6/6 Plus for $11.99. Finally, Groupon has a deal on the PRESS PLAY 3,100 mAh battery case for the iPhone 6, offering it for $39.99 down from $99.99.

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Check out ZooGue. Right now they are $4 plus shipping.
They're really quite nice, surprisingly. I wasn't expecting them to be any good but I've been using the Social Pro for 3 years now.
http://www.zoogue.com/iphone-6-cases-covers/
The colors are a bit hideous but the gray and black are great.

Also The Incipio NGP FTW. Not bulky and very very good protection. Saved my bacon a couple of time. $20 isn't that bad.
 
Suggestions for a relatively durable case that I can put a photo on? The photo part is the wild card - if it means getting a tough case that I can just put a sticker on, so be it. Preferred to have the photo be part of the case if possible. Thanks in advance.
 
Pad & Quill?

Don't forget about some of the beautiful cases from Pad & Quill. I've picked up several for my iPads and iPhone. They have the Little Pocket Book for iPhone 6 and Bella Fino for iPhone 6 Plus. They're pre-ordering now, so perhaps that's why they were left out of this roundup.

I have the Little Pocket Book for iPhone 5 and it'll almost certainly outlive the phone itself. Incredible craftsmanship and it's designed and built right here in the United States.

http://www.padandquill.com/cases-for-iphone/cases-for-iphone6.html
 
cuwickliffe said:
Don't forget about some of the beautiful cases from Pad & Quill. I've picked up several for my iPads and iPhone. They have the Little Pocket Book for iPhone 6 and Bella Fino for iPhone 6 Plus. They're pre-ordering now, so perhaps that's why they were left out of this roundup.

I have the Little Pocket Book for iPhone 5 and it'll almost certainly outlive the phone itself. Incredible craftsmanship and it's designed and built right here in the United States.

http://www.padandquill.com/cases-for-iphone/cases-for-iphone6.html
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Those seem like they would be so bulky on the 6 or 6 Plus! Was hoping you guys would link to more cases in the comments, thanks for the addition. I tried to pick cases that were more or less available now, but there were definitely some I left out. Grove, for example, and Vaja also have really nice ones that aren't quite ready to go.
 
No case for me ... I prefer nacket - looks beautiful and no need to cover up with an ugly expensive case .... in in case I drop it: that is what the insurance is for (replaced within 30min + drive time to the store (another 20min) for the price less of a case)
 
jclo said:
Those seem like they would be so bulky on the 6 or 6 Plus! Was hoping you guys would link to more cases in the comments, thanks for the addition. I tried to pick cases that were more or less available now, but there were definitely some I left out. Grove, for example, and Vaja also have really nice ones that aren't quite ready to go.
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Interesting they really don't make for a degraded experience. I tend to get a lot of people at the bar who ask me where I got the case from. You don't get that from the plastic ones.

I swapped my wallet and an Otterbox-encased iPhone for the Little Pocket Book as a wallet-case hybrid. It works amazingly well. Probably no more bulky than the cheap Chinese "book" case that Groupon had in the roundup (I used to work at a daily deal company--these things are all absolute garbage and a waste of money. Buy local, buy American ... get some real quality craftsmanship).
 
Whoever was designing the case with the slot for credit cards didn't read the memo about :apple:Pay .... no more physical cards required to carry around







(well sort of, guess will be some time until it takes off)
 
0815 said:
Whoever was designing the case with the slot for credit cards didn't read the memo about :apple:Pay .... no more physical cards required to carry around







(well sort of, guess will be some time until it takes off)
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I'm looking for a 6+ case that holds 4 cards. I have to carry 3 IDs with me, and i'd like to have one credit card.

I have a Stashback for my 5 that's perfect, but I have already contacted incipio and they have no plans to make it for the 6+.
 
Already picked myself up a Spigen air cushion clear case for the 6 plus. It's been delivered already, but I'm currently down in Portland on vacation.

Sad part is that I won't be getting the phone until December or January...
 
I've used so many different cases over the years, but the Spigen I got for my 5S was all time personal favorite. They offer very solid support without the typical ugliness.
 
0815 said:
Whoever was designing the case with the slot for credit cards didn't read the memo about :apple:Pay .... no more physical cards required to carry around

(well sort of, guess will be some time until it takes off)
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You still need your ID for multiple purposes and going into bars is one of them also if you get pulled over I don't think the officer will except Apple pay LOL
 
Where's Elago?

Why no love for Elago? I've used their cases on my last 3 phones. They do start to break after about a year or so, but they're CHEAP, so I just buy 2 different colors, and I'm good to go.

Elago iPhone 6 cases
 
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I'm considering a Luvvit case from amazon. They look just like Spigen, but a couple bucks cheaper. Anyone have any opinions on this? I have a clearview Luvvit for 5s and it's been fine. Of course, I haven't dropped my phone either.
 
I heavily recommend Otterbox, they have the best customer service ever.
 
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It's more of a specialty case but I'm a huge fan of Annex's Quad Lock. I bike a lot so having a solid place to attach my phone-turned-gps is important, but I don't want something that's bulky or hard to use. Quad Lock fits the bill and the phone slides right into my pocket when I'm not biking. They also make mounts for your dashboard, belt, or wherever.

THIS LINK gets you 10% off.
 
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