The new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro are here, and the case and accessory story has been a little bit messy. If you’re preparing for your iPhone 15 by doing some accessory shopping, there’s an important tidbit to keep in mind: iPhone 14 cases will not fit your new iPhone 15.
iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 15 cases
Here are the full dimensions for the iPhone 14 lineup:
- iPhone 14 dimensions: 147 x 72 x 7.8 mm
- iPhone 14 Plus dimensions: 161 x 78 x 7.8 mm
- iPhone 14 Pro dimensions: 147.5 x 71.5 x 7.85 mm
- iPhone 14 Pro Max dimensions: 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.85 mm
And the dimensions for the iPhone 15 lineup:
- iPhone 15 dimensions: 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm
- iPhone 15 Plus dimensions: 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm
- iPhone 15 Pro dimensions: 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.25 mm
- iPhone 15 Pro Max dimensions: 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.25 mm
As you can see, the dimensions between the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 lineups are different, and therefore, cases won’t be interchangeable between models.
Even though some of the differences appear minor, iPhone cases are made with such precision that even those minor differences are enough to mean cases designed for the iPhone 14 will not fit the iPhone 15.
There are also other design changes that will render your iPhone 14 cases incompatible with the iPhone 15:
- All iPhone 15 models feature contoured edges, meaning that the edges of the phones now flow more seamlessly into the back.
- The iPhone 15 Pro features an Action button instead of the mute switch.
- iPhone 15 Pro features slimmer bezels around the display.
Top comment by Shaun
Ha there literally ever been a single year that cases have been interchangeable. Apple tout the Carbon neutral credentials, but look at the tens of millions of cases in landfill/
But even though the iPhone 15 was just announced, there’s already a wide selection of cases available for purchase at various price points. Here are some of my favorites.
Best iPhone 15 cases
- Spigen Liquid Crystal
- Apple FineWoven cases for iPhone 15
- Torras Slim Fit Super Slim
- Bellroy Leather Case
- Spigen Magnetic Mag Armor MagFit
Best iPhone 15 Plus cases
- Spigen Magnetic Ultra Hybrid MagFit
- Apple FineWoven cases for iPhone 15 Plus
- TORRO Premium Leather Bumper Case
- ESR Clear Case with MagSafe
- Purluct Paper-thin Transparent Case
Best iPhone 15 Pro cases
- Apple FineWoven cases for iPhone 15 Pro
- Mous Max iPhone 15 Pro Case with MagSafe
- Mujjo Leather Case for iPhone 15 Pro
- TORRAS Magnetic Slim Fit with MagSafe
- Speck Clear Case with MagSafe
Best iPhone 15 Pro Max cases
- Apple FineWoven cases for iPhone 15 Pro Max
- TORRAS Magnetic Slim Fit with MagSafe
- Belemay Leather Case for iPhone 15 Pro Max
- Speck Clear Case with MagSafe
- Spigen Ultra Hybrid
Favorite iPhone 15 accessories
With the switch to USB-C, you may also want to pick up some new charging accessories for your iPhone 15 order. Here are some of my favorites:
- Dual-port Anker USB-C Foldable Compact Fast Charger
- Extra-long Braided Nylon USB-C to USB-C Charging Cord
- Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand
- Native Union USB-C Desk Cable with Anchor Weight
- USB-C Fast Charger Cable with Built-in LED Display
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