Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 cases in 2023

The latest foldables from Samsung are here, and the high price tag and flexible screen deserve a protective cover.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 was unveiled at the company's Unpacked event, and while it doesn’t change much on the outside, the dimensions are slightly different from the last-generation model. Samsung also changed where the LED flash is on the rear, so any Galaxy Z Fold 4 cases won't match up. It’s also thinner when folded, thanks to a teardrop-shaped hinge that allows the inner screen to be parallel when closed. This will be one of the best phones released this year, advancing Samsung’s foldable vision of the future. With any expensive flagship device, you’ll want to protect your investment, and the $1,800 Fold 5 is no different. Putting a case over the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will protect it better from bumps, scratches, and the elements, so we’ve rounded up our favorites that are available right now.

Spigen's new Ultra Hybrid case for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 brings not only a unique look to your new foldable with its clear frame and back plate that offers a faux view of your phone's internals, but it also blends soft TPU material with a hard plastic back for comfortable protection.

In partnership with Supcase

The Supcase UB Pro has protected many smartphones from damage, and now the Galaxy Z Fold 5 can benefit from its 360-degree protection. It's got an inbuilt screen protector for the outer screen, TPU for shock absorption, and an S Pen slot for the older S Pen Fold Edition.

Spigen's Tough Armor Pro P is a case that will ensure your Galaxy Z Fold 5 is protected from all angles, and that includes keeping your S Pen safe in a clever hinge door. The new foam technology in the case added extra shock protection so your phone can survive nearly anything.

This simple-looking and slim case for your phone is made from durable materials, so it'll help protect from bumps and drops. It will keep your foldable protected for an affordable price without looking too flashy.

If you want to show off your foldable to the best effect, you'll want to check out this stylish case from Baili. It uses 9H electroplated tempered glass to cover your foldable's back, while an HD glass film covers the front screen.

This crystal-clear case from Onola covers the back of the foldable while also protecting the hinge mechanism. It's made from polycarbonate for strong protection, and supports wireless charging without having to remove the case.

The Waldeng 4-in-1 case covers every surface of your Galaxy Z Fold 5 in elegant protection, with Mil-grade drop protection, a faux-leather pattern for extra grip, and electroplated bumpers that mimic the phone's metallic edges. It also comes with screen protectors for inner and outer screens and for the cameras.

This slim fit case covers the Galaxy Z Fold 5 in PU leather, with an integrated kickstand that is also usable as a grip when using it on the go. It also features a 9H tempered glass protector for the outside screen, and a one-piece design to cover the hinge.

This stylish case from Asuwish has a slimline design that also has a pocket for the S Pen on the back cover that doubles as a wristband or grip for your phone. It's also got an integrated screen protector for the front screen.

This combo deal from Ringke gets you a slim, transparent case for your Galaxy Z Fold 5, and screen protectors for both the inner and outer screen for less than most cases. The case has raised bezels around the screen and cameras, while the plastic film will protect from scratches and cracks.

Samsung's first-party slimline case has an integrated S Pen holder that pops the stylus out at the click of a button. That's pretty cool, and the rest of the case will cover the foldable in perfectly-cut protective plastic.

The Samsung Clear Gadget Case has a slimline design with clear plastic to keep your foldable bump-free. It's also got a gadget attachment point, for ring stands, grips, straps, card holders, or other handy accessories.

CASETiFY's Impact case is great on its own, with impact protection and raised bezels for screen protection. You can also customize it with thousands of artworks, graphics, or licensed Co-Lab patterns to create a one-of-a-kind case that's uniquely you.

Save your wallet and foldable phone with this cost-effective clear case from AICase. It's made from anti-yellowing clear polycarbonate plastic to cover every corner of the Z Fold 5 with drop and scratch protection.

In partnership with i-Blason

The i-Blason Armorbox is true to its name, covering every surface of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 in protection, including the outer screen. It's also got an integrated S Pen holder, although this only fits the older S Pen Fold Edition and not the one created for the Z Fold 5.

The KEZiHOME Leather Wallet case is made with PU leather and has a hand strap for easy one-handed use of your foldable when open. That strap also turns into a kickstand, and the inner cover has space for three cards and a money pocket.

The Galaxy Z Fold 5 gets released in less than two weeks, so we expect more cases to arrive on the market. We’ll keep adding to it as more well-known brands release their own cases so that you can be sure of the best case for your style and preferences.

I really like the transparent tech look of the Spigen Ultra Hybrid case, which protects the Galaxy Z Fold 5 while not adding much bulk to the device and gives it a fun faux look into the internals of the phone. For more protection, there’s the ever-reliable Supcase Unicorn Beetle Pro, which also has an S Pen holster. To show off the foldable to its best effect, the Baili Tempered Glass case puts it behind hardened windows like a piece of art. And value-orientated shoppers can’t go far wrong with the Giyer Ultra Slim case for bump protection.

Once again, Samsung hasn’t included a fast or any charger with the Galaxy Z Fold 5. You’ll want to check out our collection of the best chargers for the foldable device if you don’t already have a suitable power source and you can put another layer of protection on your phone with one of these great screen protectors.

Samsung's latest Galaxy Z Fold 5 is a further refinement to the Z Fold lineup. The smartphone looks similar to past Z Fold iterations, featuring a 7.6-inch main screen and a tall cover screen. On the inside, it's powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and a 4,400mAh battery. During preorders, you can score up to $1,000 with trade-ins at Samsung.com. You can save $50 off the retail price buy when preordering with Samsung through XDA.