The best OnePlus 10 Pro cases you can buy

The days of affordable flagship phones from OnePlus are gone, with the new OnePlus 10 Pro pushing well into premium smartphone territory. It’s a well-built phone, but you’ll want to protect your investment with a case. Here are the best OnePlus 10 cases you can currently buy.

For most people, this Spigen case is the best OnePlus 10 Pro case you can buy. Military-grade protection, a slim design, and an attractive price tag make it hard to beat. It isn’t the most protective case you can buy, but your phone will survive all but the nastiest of drops with raised bezels and the company’s Air Cushion tech.

The textured back adds some grip and prevents slippage, and it has the added benefit of preventing fingerprints and smudges. The only real downside is that it only comes in one color: matte black.

If you’re looking for a thin and cheap OnePlus 10 Pro case, look no further than the DualShield from Tudia. It’s not the thinnest case on the market, but the dual-layer design adds protection, grip, and comfort in daily use. It is thin enough for wireless charging to take full advantage of the OnePlus 10 Pro’s impressive 50W wireless charging speed.

The case’s design is simple, and it comes in four different colorways. Even better, you can pick it up for less than $15.

There aren’t too many clear OnePlus 10 cases on the market, but honestly, it doesn’t get any better than the Spigen Ultra Hybrid. For years, this has been one of our favorite clear cases with raised bezels to protect your screen and precise cutouts. It’s a no-frills case, but the price is certainly right if that’s all you’re looking for.

If the standard Crystal Clear design isn’t your thing, there will also be a matte black version available in the near future.

Supcase is a brand to look out for if you want protection on a budget. Its signature Unicorn Beetle (UB) cases are some of the toughest around, with scratch-resistant polycarbonate with TPU bumpers giving it up to 15 feet of drop protection. The UB Style case is a clear case with an attractive border around the back.

Apart from excellent protection, the real selling point here is price. It comes in at half the price of other rugged cases from Otterbox, making it a great choice for anyone who doesn’t need extra features like a kickstand or port covers.

If you can afford to spend a bit more, the UAG Plasma is an excellent rugged case with a lot going for it. The beefy corner bumpers protect from even the nastiest of drops, and the raised bezels prevent damage to the screen and camera modules.

Despite this, it’s one of the lightest rugged cases you can buy for the OnePlus 10 Pro. The back panel is a composite PC material that adds very little weight. It’s also compatible with wireless chargers.

Poetic is a popular brand known for affordable protection, and its Guardian case for the OnePlus 10 Pro has a lot going for it. It features MIL-STD-810G certification for all-around drop and scratch protection, plus a built-in screen protector on the front. This has a special stamp to make it easier to use the in-screen fingerprint reader. Of course, there’s also a front panel without the screen protector in the box if you don’t want to use one.

Although not to the same degree as the UB Style or UAG Plasma above, it’s still a relatively rugged case. The bumpers are thicker, too, so expect a lot of extra bulk and weight. The back panel is always clear, but there are a few different options for the highlight colors on the bumpers. If you don’t mind a little extra bulk, check out the Poetic Revolution, which drops the clear back in favor of a handy kickstand.

This Spigen case hits right in the center of the Venn diagram of durability, thickness, and price. An attractive mix of TPU and polycarbonate, it meets the MIL-STD 810G-516.6 certification while adding just .19-inches of thickness to your phone.

Apart from being the cheapest rugged OnePlus 10 Pro case you can buy, it also has a built-in kickstand on the back. It isn’t the strongest kickstand we’ve tested, and we wish the phone came in colors other than black, but this case is a great pick for anyone.

If you only need to hold an ID and a few cards in your case, this card holder case from Kowauri is an attractive choice that won’t break the bank. It’s essentially a simple TPU case with an added card slot on the back. That means you won’t get too much in the way of protection, but it remains slim and light.

There are two options for the PU leather backing. The brown imitates a real leather look, but the blue-gray option seen above is my personal favorite. No matter which one you pick, this is one of the cheapest OnePlus 10 Pro cases you’ll find, even with the added features.

How we test phone cases

We rigorously test smartphones, accessories, and other products in our reviews here at Android Authority, and we consider many attributes before recommending a phone case. This is also true for the best OnePlus 10 Pro cases. Here’s a quick rundown of what we consider:

• Protection: There’s an obvious difference between thin and rugged cases, but there’s a lot of variation between options within each category. Where possible, we simulate real-world drops from different heights to see how they’ll hold up. We also consider design elements like corner protection, raised lips around the display and camera module, covered buttons, and port protectors.
• Build materials and quality: Cheap materials are more likely to break or crack during installation. Poor molds can also lead to loose or tight-fitting cases that can slip off your phone or break. We closely inspect how well a case fits and how durable the chosen materials will be over time.
• Grip: Not everyone wants a grippy case, but those who do have high expectations. Apart from hands-on testing, we also test phones on different surfaces like wood or marble to see how prone they are to slipping. Typically, cases with ridges or bumps along the back or sides are the best performers in this regard.
• Installation and removal: The OnePlus 10 Pro is a well-built phone, but a case that’s too tight still runs the risk of damaging it if it’s too difficult to remove. If you have to apply excessive force to remove or install a case, that’s a big problem in our book.
• Design and colorways: These are personal choices, so we strive to include a wide variety of designs and colors in our recommendations. Where possible, we also include fully customizable cases that you can tweak to suit your style.
• Price: You don’t always get what you pay for. Affordable cases often have better build qualities and offer more protection than expensive ones. Brand plays a big role here, so we’re always on the lookout for new models and price variations.