At $1,799, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is Google's most expensive phone by far; encasing it in one of the best Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold cases ensures that your pricey phone won't fall to pieces the first time it slips out of your hands.
Based on our Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold review, there's plenty you'll want to protect with Google's latest foldable even if it has greater durability than its predecessor. The outer display has a more square aspect ratio, making it easier to use apps without opening up the phone. And when you do open up the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, you'll be treated to a larger, brighter display and some very amazing AI-powered features.
A phone like that needs protecting, and we've found the cases to do it. You may not see some of the eye-catching designs we tracked down for the best Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro cases, but we do have a wide selection of accessories that put one task front and center — making sure your Pixel 9 Pro Fold looks as good in the future as it did the first time you took it out of its packaging.
The best Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold cases right now
Best case overall
Colors: Black
Materials: 600D aramid fiber
Weight: 0.8 ounces
+ Built-in ring for magnetic charging
+ Quality materials
+ Thin and lightweight protection
- Expensive
The best way to protect your phone is to minimize drops, and the Thinborne case for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold does that with fine-weaver 600D aramid fiber. While pricey, the material creates a good grip, keeping the Fold in your hands. You won't add a lot of bulk with this thin-profile case, though you may find the single color option a bit plain.
Best value
Colors: Black
Materials: Polycarbonate, thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 1.1 ounces
+ Works with wireless charging
+ Military-grade drop protection
+ Low cost
- Just one color
You've already paid more than $1,500 for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Why escalate costs with an expensive case? Though the Parallax Caseology costs less than $20, it still promises military-grade drop protection and a textured grip along both sides to minimize the chances of drops in the first place.
Best clear case
Colors: Clear
Materials: Impact polymer
Weight: 3.9 ounces
+ Slim design
+ 12-foot drop protection
- Screen and lens protector sold separately
You don't have to cover up your Pixel 9 Pro Fold in the name of protection. The Tough Clear case from Case-Mate lets the look of your foldable shine through while delivering 12-foot drop protection. Case-Mate promises an anti-yellowing technology to keep the case looking clear, and you can wirelessly charge your phone with the Tough Clear still in place.
Best color options
Colors: Orange, Red, Blue, Gun Metal
Materials: Synthetic rubber, polycarbonate
Weight: 2.9 ounces
+ Gorgeous color options
+ Kickstand and hinge protection
- Adds some bulk
If you find the Pixel 9 Pro Fold color options wanting, Poetic's Spartan case can add that splash of color Google left on the drawing board. You've got four bright color options, but don't let the eye-catching looks distract you from pratical features like a kickstand and protection for the Fold's hinge. Best of all, Poetic claims drop protection of 20-feet, and you get a screen protector, too.
Protect the Fold's hinge
Colors: Black
Materials: Polycarbonate, thermoplastic polyurethane
Weight: 1.9 ounces
+ Slim fit
+ Built with hinge protection in mind
- Just one color option
Sure, making sure the front and back of your phone withstand a drop should be the goal of any case. But the hinge on foldable phones is also vulnerable. Fortunately, the Slim Armor from Spigen is designed with smmi-auto sliding tech to keep the Pixel 9 Pro Fold's hinge from danger. You also benefit from Spigen's well-regard Air Cushion technology to guard against damage from drops.
Best Google-designed case
Colors: Obsidian, Porcelain, Aloe
Materials: Polycarbonate
Weight: 1.1 ounces
+ Precise fit with Pixel 9 Pro Fold
+ Made with recycled materials
- Not a lot of flash
What the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Case lacks in style, it makes up for in fit, as Google designed this case in tandem with its new foldable. The result is a slim-fitting case that doesn't add a lot of bulk, but still manages to provide protection against drops and potential scratches. Raised edges keep vulnerable areas like the outer screen and camera lenses safe, and Google uses recycled materials for a more sustainable option.
Good durability
Colors: Black, Red Clay
Materials: Silicone, rubber
Weight: 1.6 ounces
+ Made with recycled materials
+ Slim design
- Pricey compared to other options
Turn to the Thin Flex from Otterbox, and you get military-grade drop protection in a very slim case that won't add much bulk to your Pixel 9 Pro Fold. While the case may be hard, it's got grippable edges to keep your phone in your grasp, and its thin design allows it to work with wireless chargers. Otterbox says its more than 50% recycled plastic to make the Thin Flex.
What to look for in a Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold case
Though the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a follow-up to the original Pixel Fold, don't think that a case from that older phone will work with the new model. Not only do Google's two foldables have different dimensions, the phone maker also changed up the design of the rear camera array for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Look specifically for cases that fit this new design. (And if you still have the first Google Pixel Fold, our best Google Pixel Fold case round-up can help you find a good accessory for that phone.)
Searching for a case that fits a foldable phone takes additional factors into account that you may not consider for a more conventional handset. For starters, you'll want a precise fit, so it's best to consider accessories from case makers that have Made for Pixel certification. Looking for a case that doesn't leave the Pixel 9 Pro Fold's hinge exposed would also be a good starting point.
Otherwise, consider this criteria when looking for the best Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold case.
- Drop protection: Since the whole point of adding a case to your phone is to make sure it doesn't get damaged by a fall, consider the case's listed drop-protection. Since most drops occur when the phone slips out of your hands, drop protection of around 4 feet would be the bare minimum to look for. Some cases offer even more — the Poetic Spartan lists 20-foot drop protection as a feature — but be advised that cases designed to survive bigger drops tend to take on bulk.
- Price: In our research, we've come across cases that cost anywhere from $20 all the way up to $100. On average, you can expect to pay around $50 for a good Pixel 9 Pro Fold case.
- Design: Foldable phone cases tend to be pretty utilitarian with not a lot of room for design flair. That said, we have found a few cases that offer more than just the standard black color options. Unlike conventional smartphones, you won't find a lot of foldable phone cases with kickstands since you can open the phone up or tent it for hands-free viewing.
How we pick the best Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold cases
In our initial search for best case candidates, we go by word of mouth and customer reviews to track down contenders, with an eye toward selecting phones in a wide range of prices. We take fit, weight and listed drop-protection into consideration when narrowing down our list. We may bring in cases to test individually to see if they live up to their claims.
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