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It might not be a big departure from 2021’s Galaxy Z Fold 3, but Samsung’s latest flagship foldable is here in the Galaxy Z Fold 4. However, if you’re planning on picking one up, you’ll want to protect your investment as long as possible. To help, we’ve tested and selected the best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 cases you can buy.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
Great performance • Impressive build quality • Large internal display
A productivity machine with a powerful SoC.
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is impressive in many ways. The large display will give your productivity a boost, while the high-end SoC makes sure everything runs smoothly. The build quality is outstanding as well considering the foldable nature of the device.
Urban Armor Gear Civilian Series
- Oversized tactile buttons for an enhanced feel
- Covered hinge for maximum device protection
- Shock absorbing panels
- Impact resistant exoskeleton
- Meets or exceeds military drop-test standards (MIL STD 810G 516.6)
- Available in Black, Mallard (Blue), or Olive Drab (Green)
The UAG Civilian offers complete coverage in a thin and protective package. This hinged, one-piece case is made from featherlight composite materials and features an impact-resistant soft core and impact-resistant bumpers, making it a modern, rugged defender of your Fold. The UAG Civilian offers the protection you need to stand up against accidental drops and all the bumps, scrapes, and fumbles that come with real-world use. The raised screen surround is a precise fit, and the protective spine connection moves seamlessly into both open and closed positions.
Best thin Galaxy Z Fold 4 case: Spigen Air Skin
- Very thin and light
- Several models available
- Anti-slip matte surface
- Back cover is a little sharp
If you want the thinnest possible case, we recommend this ultra-lightweight case from Spigen. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is a heavy phone, and we love how this case protects from simple drops and scratches without adding any bulk whatsoever. It won’t hold up to serious drops and falls, but it does come in two colors: black and clear.
Looking for more thin Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 cases? We also recommend:
Otterbox Thin Flex
Otterbox is best known for ultra-rugged cases, but the Thin Flex is something different. It’s a simple, thin, polycarbonate case with the same great build quality you’d expect from other Otterbox cases. It’s not particularly unique, but it does come in a wide variety of colors, including some with a clear backing to show off your phone’s true colors.
Incipio Grip
The Incipio Grip is one of the most popular cases on the market, and the version of the case for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 is yet another winner. We love the extra grips along the sides of the phone, which serve to prevent damage before it happens. If the phone does somehow slip out of your hand, it still has shock absorbent technology baked in, plus raised bezels to protect the screen.
Spigen Neo Hybrid S
While it isn’t nearly as thin as the Air Skin above, the Spigen Neo Hybrid S has one huge advantage: a kickstand. And this isn’t some flimsy plastic kickstand, either. It’s a thin metal plate that hugs the back of the phone when not in use, and folds out to support the phone in tablet mode for optimal viewing. There’s also some Air Cushion protection and a grippy surface on the back to help keep it safe from drops and slips. However, it’s not the thinnest and does add a bit of bulk.
Best clear Galaxy Z Fold 4 case: Spigen Ultra Hybrid
- Crystal clear design
- Decent protection
- Raised lips
- Difficult to keep clean
If you want a simple clear case for the Z Fold 4 that won’t break the bank, Spigen once again has your back. The Ultra Hybrid is one of our favorite clear cases for normal phones, and the version for Samsung’s foldable is yet another winner. It’s significantly more resistant than the clear Air Skin above with a mix of polycarbonate and TPU materials. However, like all clear cases, we found it a bit difficult to keep clean.
Looking for more clear Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 cases? We also recommend:
Speck Presidio Perfect
The Presidio Perfect is remarkably similar to the case above. It’s a simple clear case with no major frills, but it offers up to 13 feet of drop protection, which is above and beyond what Spigen promises. Obviously, we wouldn’t recommend taking them up on that claim, as the hinge is still left unprotected while the phone is closed. It comes in clear and glittery finishes, both with an antimicrobial layer to prevent bacteria buildup.
Kate Spade New York Protective Hardshell
Best rugged Galaxy Z Fold 4 case: Spigen Slim Armor Pro
- Unique sliding hinge
- Excellent protection
Spigen offers a wide variety of cases, and the Slim Armor Pro for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 features an all-new design that really won us over. It still offers excellent protection with several layers of Air Cushion technology, but the new hinge mechanism keeps the most vulnerable part of the phone protected at all times. Naturally, this does add some bulk to the device. There’s also a model with an S-Pen holder, which keeps your pen secure in a slot at the end of the phone.
Looking for more rugged Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 cases? We also recommend:
Otterbox Symmetry Series Flex
Otterbox is one of our favorite brands for rugged cases, and although its most resistant cases aren’t offered for the Z Fold 4, this version of the Symmetry Series is as good as it gets. It greatly exceeds military-grade resistance with beefy bumpers and a full-length hinge strap. All that protection comes at a cost, and that cost is bulk. It comes in black, brown, or blue and will ship close to the official release date of the phone.
Best S-Pen case: Standing Cover with S Pen
- Integrated S Pen holder
- Includes S Pen
- Limited kickstand
- Nice color options
Samsung currently only sells one first-party case for the Galaxy Z Fold 4, but it’s one of the best around. The Standing Cover with S Pen is slim and form-fitting, but with an integrated slot for the new S Pen Fold Edition. Even better, the S Pen itself comes with the case. There’s also a kickstand to hold it up while open, although it only works in horizontal format and isn’t adjustable. This case comes in three colors: Black, Graygreen, and Sand.
Looking for more Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 S-Pen cases? We also recommend:
Spigen Thin Fit P
On the surface, this is a simple thin case, but this specific model comes with a built-in S-Pen slot. Unlike Samsung’s official case, the slot is on the end of the phone, which keeps the profile relatively slim and pocketable. However, it makes the phone slightly longer, and we found it a bit troublesome to hit the buttons while closed. Still, it’s significantly cheaper than most other Galaxy Z Fold 4 cases.
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