7 Antimicrobial Phone Cases That Keep Your Phone (and Hands) Germ-Free

Also available for other iPhone models and Samsung Galaxy.

The OtterBox Symmetry Series is our favorite antimicrobial phone case, offering the brand’s signature toughness without adding too much bulk to your phone. Impressively, the accessory also has a slim profile despite exceeding military standards for durability. And it has a lifetime warranty.

The product’s permanent antimicrobial treatment will protect your phone against many common germs. It includes a silver-based additive designed to block bacterial growth.

OtterBox offers the case in several colors, but you should that the clear Symmetry offerings are not antimicrobial. A MagSafe-compatible Symmetry Series+ is also available for iPhone 13/13Pro models.

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Speck cases with Microban are also available for other iPhone models and Samsung Galaxy.

The incredibly affordable Speck CandyShell Pro case is our favorite for budget-conscious buyers. It has a soft-touch finish which will make your phone easier to handle. The scratch-resistant cover has a dual-layer build with raised screen bezels, allowing it to deliver reliable protection against 8-foot drops.

Available in many accessories by Speck Products, the CandyShell Pro's Microban antimicrobial treatment has been designed to reduce the bacteria on its surface almost completely. You can order the sub-$20 case in many colors, ranging from flashy to understated.

Clear Speck cases with Microban are also available for other iPhone models and Samsung Galaxy.

The Speck Gemshell Clear case will allow you to showcase your phone while keeping germs at bay. The reasonably priced accessory has Microban antimicrobial protective coating — a calling card for many Speck accessories. According to its maker, it can impressively eliminate 99% of the surface germs it encounters.

The Pure Clear case has a slim profile, yet it can protect the phone from 8-foot drops. In addition to this clear option, you can snag a flashier variant of the case sprinkled with glitter. Speck also offers clear Gemshell cases with colorful and patterned finishes.

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The OtterBox Commuter Series is the best rugged antimicrobial phone case worth your attention. It vastly exceeds military standards for durability, which means it will make your phone almost invincible. It features a multilayered construction with raised edges for protecting your phone's screen and an integrated cover for keeping dust and debris away from its charging port.

Like the Symmetry Series we mentioned, the Commuter Series has an antimicrobial defense. Rather impressively, OtterBox has used 35% recycled plastic in the product's manufacturing process. The case is available in several colors, and it comes with a lifetime warranty.

The Nimble Disc clear iPhone case is the most eco-friendly option on this list. As its name suggests, the accessory is made entirely from recycled CDs. The cover’s packaging is also plastic-free and fully recyclable.

The Disc case also has a permanent antimicrobial treatment and a coating to prevent it from scratching and yellowing over time. This case can protect your iPhone from 2-meter (almost 7-foot) drops despite its impressively slim profile. The Disc case is available for the entire iPhone lineup.

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This antimicrobial protective case by OtterBox is a must-have for avid mobile gamers. It packs a heat-dissipating layer, allowing it to keep your phone cool and consistently maintain great performance. The accessory also has a textured finish for enhanced grip — a must for handheld gameplay.

The product’s antimicrobial coating can keep common bacteria away. Of course, like all OtterBox products, the Max Grip delivers superb damage protection. It vastly exceeds military durability standards, and it comes with a lifetime warranty.

Also available for other iPhone models and Samsung Galaxy

The tech21 Evo Lite case is available in many solid colors — from understated to flashy. It has a slim profile, yet it boasts excellent protection against scratches and drops of up to 10 feet.

Like many tech21 cases, the Evo Lite has self-cleaning capabilities, which help reduce the presence of microbes on its surface. The product's raised button covers feel great, and its shell has a textured grip to help prevent accidental drops.

Also available for other iPhone models and Samsung Galaxy

The Glass Elite VisionGuard screen protector by InvisibleShield is worthy of its epic name. It has antimicrobial properties and a layer to protect your eyes against harmful blue light. It's smudge- and fingerprint-resistant, too.

Crafted from aluminosilicate glass, the screen protector is also incredibly tough. According to InvisibleShield, the accessory is five times stronger than traditional screen protectors. Its retail package includes a handy installation tray.