The best Galaxy S21 cases you can buy in 2021

AS SMARTPHONES' price keeps on increasing, so does the necessity of protecting them from scratches and falls.

If you managed to get your hands on Samsung's latest flagship handheld and are looking for a case for it, you're in the right place. We have selected for you here the best Galaxy S21 cases you can buy in 2021.

When it comes to criteria to choose a smartphone case, much comes down to individual preference, but often aesthetics and protection levels are at the top of the list.

The Samsung Galaxy S21 is an elegant smartphone with a beautiful curved design, so many people prefer to retain the device's original style by avoiding excessively bulky cases.

There are others, however, who enjoy a more rugged design, or simply are willing to sacrifice a bit of aesthetics to protect their one-grand investment.

Whichever the case, we have handpicked the best Galaxy S21 cases you can buy right now, to help you make an informed decision.

1. Samsung LED Cover

Samsung LED Cover, £41.99 at Amazon - buy here

Samsung has been designing interactive cases for its smartphones for a while, and the LED Cover for the S21 is one of them.

The case lights up the front of your phone when closed, and showcases LED icons for important notifications.

It also is touch-sensitive, so it allows you to perform simple tasks like answering calls without needing to open the cover.

In addition, the Galaxy S21 5G LED View Cover features a wallet-style folio case that lets you tuck away a bank or travel card in the interior pocket.

2. Caseology Vault Case

Caseology Vault Case, £8.99 at Amazon - buy here

The Caseology Vault Case is one of the cheapest you can get for the Galaxy S21, but that does not mean it is not a valid option.

In fact, with its slightly textured design and carbon fibre build, the Vault case offers a solid level of protection, also thanks to its shock absorption TPU material.

The case offers tactile button response, and its minimalistic design makes it an interesting one if you're not into excessively flashy cases.

The Caseology Vault Case is compatible with wireless charging and its front corners protect the device while also allowing for the application of a screen protector.

3. Mous Limitless Case

Mous Limitless Case, £54.99 at Amazon - buy here

Mous has designed a number of excellent smartphone accessories in the past few years. The Limitless Case is one of them.

This case is sleek enough not to add excessive bulk to your Galaxy S21, but provides excellent, first-class impact protection via AiroShock technology.

It is also made of high-quality, real materials, and comes in five different flavours: Walnut, Bamboo, Black Leather, Speckled Fabric and Aramid Fiber.

The Mous Limitless Case is compatible with the company's AutoAlignPlus technology that allows the connection of Mous' Limitless 3.0 accessories.

4. OtterBox Defender Case

OtterBox Defender Case, £24.33 at Amazon - buy here

The OtterBox Defender Case is one of the most rugged ones available for your Galaxy S21.

With a three-layer, drop-proof built and a solid inner shell, this case has undergone more than 24 tests for over 238 hours.

The OtterBox Defender Case also features protective port covers to avoid damage from dust, lint and dirt.

The screen-less design allows for complete access to your touchscreen, but it also means you may want to get a screen protector to avoid accidental damages to your screen.

5. Spigen Tough Armor Case

Spigen Tough Armor Case, £16.99 at Amazon - buy here

The Spigen Tough Armor Case is a stylish and resilient case for your Galaxy S21.

This flexible TPU case features two different design accents, both including carbon fibre and glossy material.

Air cushion technology provides corner protection, and raised bezels for screen and camera offer protection from damage from flat surfaces.

The matte finish and textured edges are great for extra grip, and the case itself is quite slim, adding very little bulk to your device.

6. ESR Clear Case

ESR Clear Case, £8.49 at Amazon - buy here

If you're looking for an almost invisible case, the ESR Clear is the one for you.

It protects your phone less than bulkier alternatives, but the ESR Clear case is still shock-resistant and has raised edges to protect your phone’s screen and camera against scratches and drops.

Since it is so slim, the case has built-in microdots to prevent the case from clinging to your phone.

The ESR Clear Case is also is compatible with wireless charging.

7. Caseology Nano Pop Case

Caseology Nano Pop Case, £12.99 at Amazon - buy here

If you're into bright colours combinations, the Caseology Nano Pop Case is the one for you.

Available in three different variants, this silicon-coated case is easy to clean and prevents dust build-up.

The Caseology Nano Pop Case also features raised edges to protect your screen and a polycarbonate ring to protect your camera lens.

It is compatible with wireless charging and supports the application of different screen protectors.

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