All those neat features come with a cost, and it’s an expensive one; the Galaxy Z Fold 4 will certainly soak up all the money in your piggy bank. To avoid sending your new fancy device to an early grave, you need a phone case.
Here are the best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 cases available right now.
Q: Can’t I Use My Fold 3 Case Instead?
Unfortunately, no.
Even after a few accidental drops, the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro will ensure the safety of your smartphone, thanks to the case’s dual-layer protection with excellent shock-absorbing properties and military-grade protection. For additional protection, the bezels around the screen protector and camera are raised, preventing the ground from cracking the glass into an unrecognizable mess.
To cement its protection, the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro has various ridges and textures which act as a layer of protection by giving you something to grip onto.
Outside excellent shielding, the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro is also quite functional. It has an easily accessible S Pen holder and a built-in kickstand. Together, those two features make it a cinch to prop up your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 with the kickstand and jot down a few notes or enjoy your favorite media content.
For starters, the Spigen Thin Fit P forgoes a bulky profile for a thin, streamlined design. It’s relatively smooth with a slightly textured surface that makes it much easier to grip but also slips in and out of your pocket without catching on fabrics.
More importantly, the slim profile of the Spigen Thin Fit P doesn’t prevent wireless charging stations from powering your device. And as an added bonus, there’s a built-in S Pen holder that blends seamlessly against the case.
Outside of function, the Spigen Thin Fit P doesn’t disappoint in protecting your expensive smartphone. It’s a combination of polycarbonate, TPU, and Air Cushion technology that offers scratch resistance as well as decent drop protection.
The most notable feature is the raised bezels around the camera and screen, which prevent the glass from meeting the pavement straight on.
In lieu of polycarbonate material, the OCASE Wallet Case makes use of high-quality faux leather—a more ethical choice for all you animal lovers out there that still like the look of leather. Also like leather, the lovely texture not only gives it a stylish look but a better grip as well. There are eight different colors to choose from, each capable of being your go-to for any particular outfit.
At first glance, the OCASE Wallet Case might seem concerned with style, but look closer, and you’ll see a surprising set of features that are incredibly useful. The S Pen holder, for example, has been moved to the front to allow a stable connection with wireless charging. Pull back the magnet closure, and you’ll quickly find four slots for cards and a small pocket for petty cash. And to ensure your information isn’t stolen, the case has RFID-blocking properties.
The VRS Design Terra Guard features a rugged build thanks to a combination of polycarbonate and TPU material. Not only will your phone survive a bad fall, but the Air Space technology fixed to the corners will also ensure they don’t take the brunt of the force. Even the bezels around the screen and camera are raised to prevent unwanted damage to the glass.
What the VRS Design Terra Guard avoids is leaving the hinge of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 exposed. A common flaw you’ll see with phone cases is the lack of protection around the hinge; the VRS Design Terra Guard corrects that mistake by adding rounded shielding to the spine. It’s that kind of thoughtful design choice that exists throughout the Terra Guard.
The case itself is made of plastic, but not any plastic—a portion contains UL-certified post-consumer recycled content, so you can feel good knowing you’ve moved one step closer to a greener planet.
With the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Standing Cover being made of plastic, it has a natural resistance to scratching and scraping, along with a nice texture that lends to a better grip. More importantly, the case doesn’t prevent charging stations from wireless charging your device.
For productivity, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Standing Cover offers two must-have features: an S Pen holder and a kickstand. The S Pen holder itself makes the stylus easily accessible and, if you so choose, it can be detached from the case. When you go to write notes, the kickstand leans the smartphone at a comfortable 55-degree angle for optimal viewing.
With one quick look, you should understand why: the Speck Presidio Perfect Clear Fold is a crystal clear case. That pretty color you chose for your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 gets to shine through in the best way. It’s made all the better by the fact that it’s slim in design, too, making it really easy to slip into your pocket.
That slim profile has to come at a cost, right? Not with the Speck Presidio Perfect Clear Fold—it’s surprisingly strong and durable. Many cases, even highly rated ones, rate the drop protection at four feet, but the Speck Presidio Perfect Clear Fold does above and beyond by withstanding drops as high as 13 feet. That’s more than three times the drop protection, but at least you can put that worry out of your mind.
Just looking at the Fyton Folio Wallet Case, the genuine leather gives it an air of luxury, made all the better with eight stunning colors to choose from. Regardless of the color you choose, the Fyton Folio Wallet Case offers the same level of protection against scratches, dust, bumps, and drops, in addition to being waterproof. So, if you ever get caught in the rain, you can rest assured that your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will come out okay.
Another great aspect of the Fyton Folio Wallet Case is how it’s designed to reduce the need for a dedicated wallet. In the back, just under the camera, is a cardholder that carries up to two cards, but if you flip it up, it also doubles as a kickstand. More importantly, wireless charging still works even with the cardholder.
The dimensions of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 are different; the latter is slightly larger. Should you attempt to use a Fold 3 case, you’ll find that it simply doesn’t fit.
Q: Do All Galaxy Z Fold 4 Have Hinge Protection?
Some, but not all.
Since the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 folds by design, folding the smartphone creates a natural hinge, similar to a book. Many Fold 4 cases come in two parts, each applied separately, leaving that natural hinge unprotected.
Thankfully, some cases have additional protection around the hinge, shielding it from damage even when the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 is closed.
Q: Will I Lose the Ability to Wirelessly Charge My Fold 4 With a Case?
It depends entirely on the phone case you choose.
Generally speaking, the thicker the case, the less likely the covering supports wireless charging or, even worse, its effectiveness is reduced.
Either pick a phone case that supports wireless charging and remove it to charge or just charge it via USB Type-C. Charging the device via cable is still the better and more efficient option.
