June 9, 2023

$60 at Speck

Speck Presidio Good-Clear Fold

Most protecting clear case

$90 at Samsung

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Galaxy Z Flip 4 Flap Leather-based Cowl

Premium leather-based choice

$55 at AT&T

The Gear4 Bridgetown Case for Galaxy Z Flip 4 in hand

Gear4 Bridgetown Case

All-around stable safety

We known as the 2021 Galaxy Z Flip 3 the “first foldable you may very well need to purchase,” and Samsung has solely improved on it with its Galaxy Z Flip 4. When you’ve gotten your fingers on one in all these flip telephones, you may need to defend it with the precise case. You’ve got bought quite a lot of choices. Whether or not you are on the lookout for one thing rugged, fashionable or someplace in between, we have rounded up the most effective Galaxy Z Flip 4 case choices on the market proper now that will help you discover the most effective one in your wants. 

A case can add a bit further safety for such an costly buy, providing you with extra peace of thoughts that your machine can be secure from scratches and different injury when it takes a tumble. Case producers have made positive there are extra selections obtainable than the Flip 4’s predecessor had — and the Galaxy Z Flip 3 had some unbelievable circumstances

We have tried many of those Z Flip 4 case choices and might attest to their high quality. As extra new circumstances arrive for the Z Flip 4, we’ll be placing these fashions to the check and can replace this checklist accordingly so yow will discover the most effective presents obtainable.

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Caseology

Out there in three coloration choices, the Caseology Nano Pop has a soft-to-the-touch really feel and presents respectable safety with a raised digicam ring. Its dual-layer design with eye-catching trim colours does give the case a bit further pop. Be aware that Caseology is a sub-brand of Spigen.

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Samsun Clear Ring case for Galaxy Z Flip 4 is thin and transparent
Samsung

Samsung’s Clear Ring Cowl is the translucent model of its Ring Cowl. Whereas it would not have the identical soft-to-the-touch end and is not fairly as protecting as that case, it’s slim and lets you showcase your cellphone’s exterior coloration. It is usually $30, however we have already seen reductions on it.

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Speck’s Presidio Good-Clear Fold, one in all my favorites for the Galaxy Z Flip 3, returns for the Z Flip 4. The Presidio Good-Clear Fold is rated for 13-foot drop safety, and it is probably the most protecting clear case I attempted, though there is not any hinge safety. It is available in a superbly clear model and one imbued with glitter. (Be aware that the picture above is with the Galaxy Z Flip 3 however the Z Flip 4 model must be almost equivalent).

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Samsung’s Silicone Cowl with Ring returns for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 with some small design enhancements. It is protecting, it has a pleasant soft-to-touch end and there is that in-built ring that helps forestall you from dropping the cellphone — and it’s also possible to clip the ring to a lanyard and put on the cellphone round your neck. Alas, whereas I may form of prop the cellphone up utilizing the ring on sure surfaces, I’d have favored the case much more if it really transformed right into a kickstand. 

The case is available in a number of colours.

The Otterbox Thin Flex case for Galaxy Z Flip 4 is much improved
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I did not like Otterbox’s Skinny Flex case for the Galaxy Z Flip 3. It felt low cost and was exhausting to get off your cellphone as soon as you set it on. However the brand new model for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 is a lot better and is available in translucent choices, a few which have coloured trims (the pacific reef coloration is proven in picture). Whereas it has a two-piece design and no hinge safety, it now appears and seems like a premium case. 

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Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 4 Flap Leather-based Cowl is an improve over final 12 months’s Leather-based Cowl case for the Galaxy Flip 3, because it incorporates a flap for hinge safety. It is costly, however good — and slim. Out there in three coloration choices (black, peach and purple), the largest knock towards it’s that it is costly, however we’re already seeing reductions on it.

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Amazon

You could find a bunch of generic clear circumstances on Amazon for the Galaxy Z Flip 4, a number of of which price lower than $15. The Restone is fascinating as a result of whereas it is technically a two-piece design with no hinge safety (for the Z Flip 4’s hinge), it does characteristic a hinge of its personal that retains the 2 items collectively and helps forestall them from slipping off the cellphone. It additionally has a bit of additional nook safety. (I have never used this specific Restone case but however I’ve used a Restone case on one other cellphone and it was effective, notably for its low worth). 

All these cheap clear circumstances say they’ve anti-yellowing safety (to maintain your clear case from dropping its readability), however I do not actually imagine these anti-yellow claims.

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The UAG Civilian case for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 has hinge protection
City Armor Gear

City Armor Gear has lengthy made attractively designed circumstances for quite a lot of cellphone fashions and its Civilian Sequence is one the most effective robust circumstances for the Z Flip 4. It is obtainable in three coloration choices — black, mallard (blue) and olive — and does provide hinge safety in a one-piece design. You do want to make use of the adhesive on the within of the case to maintain the case from sliding round on the cellphone.

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Spigen makes a number of circumstances for the Galaxy Z Flip 4. As its title implies, the Powerful Armor is sturdy and presents probably the most safety in Spigen’s line. It is also the one Spigen case that has an built-in protecting overlaying for the hinge.

So far as protecting circumstances go, it is one of many higher ones and is barely lacking an built-in kickstand. I additionally form of want it got here in additional colours. Black is the one choice for now. Count on to see worth drops on it within the coming weeks.

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Spigen’s Air Pores and skin case line, which features a Crystal Clear model in addition to different coloration choices, is a slim case that provides primary safety. I in all probability like the colour variations as a substitute of the clear, however lots of people like to indicate the colour of their cellphone, particularly when you paid further for one of many “bespoke” colours. Be aware which you can save $5 at Amazon if you activate the immediate coupon on the product web page. 

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This has the identical soft-to-the-touch end as Samsung’s Ring case, however as a substitute of a hoop it incorporates a strap. You slide your hand beneath the strap (and behind the cellphone), which lets you get a grip and maintain on to your cellphone with out actually wrapping your fingers round it. It is basically a safety strap. The strap additionally presents a bit little bit of safety for the hinge if you fold up the cellphone. Moreover, you may connect the top of the strap to a lanyard or clip it to a different strap (say, on a bag or backpack). 

Except for having some utility, the strap additionally appears designed to deliver some consideration to your cellphone. For higher or worse, it does simply that, so when you use this case, plan on having individuals ask you about your cellphone. It is available in two colours (white or black), however further straps are bought individually if you need one which higher suits your private type.

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Otterbox makes solely two circumstances for the Galaxy Z Flip 4: the Skinny Flex (see above) and this one, the Symmetry Flex, which now presents hinge safety and is a prime protecting case for the Z Flip 4 (it is available in extra coloration choices for the Z Flip 4). It is costly, however we should always see some reductions on it within the coming weeks. 

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Zagg has a brand new “eco” display screen protector for the Z Flip 4’s exterior display screen that it says is biodegradable, a primary for a display screen protector. Together with the outside display screen protector Zagg makes for the Galaxy Z Flip 3, that is its smallest display screen protector. But it one way or the other prices nearly as a lot because the display screen protectors it makes for a lot bigger screens.

The Gear4 Bridgetown Case for Galaxy Z Flip 4 in hand
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Gear4’s Bridgetown case shares some similarities with Spigen’s Powerful Armor case (see under). It, too, is a tricky case that solely is available in black and has some good hinge safety. The case appears just like the model for the Z Flip 3 however the brand new model is a bit sleeker and the hinge protector has been improved. It is among the best protecting circumstances for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. I solely want it have been obtainable in additional colours, or a transparent model.

Do Galaxy Z Flip 3 circumstances match the Galaxy Z Flip 4?

Sure and no. Your previous Z Flip 3 case could match in your Z Flip 4 — and keep on it — however there are some small variations of their design (and dimensions) which will make it a less-than-perfect match. As an example, the flashlight on the Zip Flip 4 is a barely totally different location than the flashlight on the Z Flip 3 and is probably not centered within the cutout on a Z Flip 3 case. Additionally, the highest microphone could get partially lined when you use a Z Flip 3 case with a Z Flip 4. You may strive your previous case along with your new cellphone to see how nicely it suits (and doubtlessly attempt to modify it barely), however there is a good probability you’ll have to get an official Z Flip 4 case for it.

Do Galaxy Z Flip 4 circumstances defend the complete cellphone, together with the hinge?

Nearly all of Galaxy Z Flip 3 circumstances got here in two items. However with the Z Flip 4, we’re seeing extra one-piece circumstances that do provide some hinge safety. If that is one thing you are on the lookout for, a number of of those picks will defend the hinge.

Are there display screen protectors for the Galaxy Z Flip 4?

As with the Galaxy Z Flip 3, Samsung would not promote — or permit anyone to promote — display screen protectors for the principle entrance display screen of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. The Z Flip 4 makes use of a high-tech bendable show that’s outfitted with Samsung’s personal pre-applied display screen protector (some individuals had points with it peeling on the Z Flip 3 and easily took it off). You could find a handful of display screen protectors for the mini exterior show.

Do all Galaxy Z Flip 4 circumstances permit wi-fi charging?

Most however not all of the circumstances on this checklist help you wirelessly cost the Z Flip 4 with the case on. People who characteristic an built-in kickstand, notably if it is made out of metallic, could require you to take away the case to cost your cellphone wirelessly. 

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