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When it comes to buying new iPhone accessories, the market is completely flooded. So much so that shopping for something as simple as a charger can be absolutely anxiety-inducing (search for "Lightning cable" on Amazon and you'll find more than 20,000 results). And if you impulse-buy the cheapest one, you could end up with a ripped cord in a week — or even worse, a fried charging port.

That's why for this guide, we've researched, compared, and tested the latest and greatest iPhone accessories to find the best for every lifestyle and budget. From convenient chargers that top off your iPhone's battery in less than an hour to a Bluetooth adapter so you never have to buy a pair of cheap headphones on an airplane again, to a cleaning solution that keeps your phone germ-free and looking its best, you're sure to find an accessory here that makes life with your iPhone a little better. Learn more about our 25 favorite iPhone accessories and why we recommend them.

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1

To Keep Your Screen Pristine

Spigen

Glas.tR EZ Fit for iPhone 14, 13 and iPhone 14 Pro, 13 Pro

$16 AT AMAZON

Also available for iPhone 14 Pro Max, 13 Pro Max, Mini

Spigen's screen protectors are made from tempered glass and feature an oleophobic coating, which means that they're resistant to oils and smudging. Besides being durable and scratch-resistant, what makes them stand out from the hundreds of other screen protectors on Amazon is how easy they are to install.

They come with an innovative, auto-alignment installation kit, so you don't have to stress about any misalignment or air bubbles.

More: Our Hands-On Review of the iPhone 13

2

For Fast Charging

Anker

Powerline III Flow USB-C to Lightning Cable

$27 AT AMAZON

The colorful Anker Powerline III Flow is simply the best third-party USB-C-to-Lightning cable. It measures 6 feet in length, so it's a lot more versatile than the standard 4-foot cable.

The accessory is also incredibly durable and can withstand 25,000 bends and 220 pounds of weight, according to its maker. Its soft-feel finish has excellent tactility, too.

You can order the cable in black, white, green, gray, and pink, with each option sporting connector housings with stylish gold bits. Anker also offers a shorter 3-foot variant of the Powerline III Flow, which is ideal for use on a desk, with a car charger, or with a battery pack.

3

A Handsome Catch-All

COURANT

Catch:3 Wireless Charging Station

$150 AT AMAZON $175 AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE $175 AT MACY'S

We're all guilty of shamelessly emptying our pockets and tossing our keys, change, and phone down onto the first surface we encounter when we arrive home.

The Catch:3 is a handsome accessory that will make you a lot more organized. This chic leather catch-all dish not only keeps your receipts and spare change a lot more orderly, but it also serves as a wireless charger and ensures your phone and AirPods are juiced up.

4

A PopSocket With a Twist

PopSockets

PopGrip SOG Multi Tool - Black

$15 AT AMAZON $25 AT WALMART

Renowned knife-crafter SOG has teamed up with PopSockets to create this phone grip that doubles as an EDC multitool. The iPhone accessory has five separate uses: It serves as a bottle opener, a mini pry bar, a slotted screwdriver, a small blade, and a one-fourth-inch hex bit when you're in need of a tiny screwdriver. Since your phone is on you at all times, it'll be nice knowing you have a nifty tool on your person now, too!

5

Perfect for Peloton

Belkin

Fitness Mount

$35 AT AMAZON $42 AT WALMART $35 AT CRUTCHFIELD.COM

If you're looking for a quick and easy way to stow your phone while you burn some calories on an exercise bike, treadmill, or elliptical, consider this nifty accessory from Belkin. It supports Apple's latest MagSafe tech to keep your phone super sturdy.

If you're unfamiliar with MagSafe, the gist is this: The latest iPhones use an array of built-in magnets that allow compatible accessories to seamlessly snap onto the back of an iPhone.

The mount even packs a ball joint, which lets you freely rotate it so you can set your phone to any angle.

6

A Slim and Stylish Wallet

Apple

Leather Wallet with MagSafe

$59 AT AMAZON $60 AT VERIZON.COM

Apple's luxurious leather wallet has sturdy magnets so it easily attaches to the back of your iPhone (even if it has a case on). It offers enough space for two or three essential cards. Conveniently enough, the wallet is compatible with Apple’s Find My service, allowing you to keep tabs on it like an AirTag. If the wallet gets detached from your iPhone, you'll get a notification saying so, too.

You can order Apple's very own wallet in midnight, golden brown, dark cherry, green, and purple.

More: Our Favorite MagSafe Wallets Worth Shopping For

7

For Those Who Hover Around 10%

Apple

MagSafe Battery Pack

$95 AT AMAZON

Apple's very own battery pack is the best, most reliable option for charging your iPhone on the go. The accessory is smaller than a deck of cards, but it'll extend your iPhone's battery for around an extra 4 hours. You can recharge the battery itself with the same cable that came with your iPhone.

More: More MagSafe Accessory Reviews This Way

8

An Outstanding Travel Charger

mophie

3-in-1 travel charger with MagSafe

$150 AT ZAGG

This triple MagSafe-compatible charger is perfect for folks who travel since it folds up to the size of a compact mirror. It has dedicated spots for juicing up your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods.

Compared to Apple's MagSafe Duo, the mophie charger comes with a detachable USB-C cable and 30-watt power adapter, which can be stored in an included felt carrying pouch. (In comparison, Apple’s charger only includes a Lightning to USB-C cable.)

Even better? Its charging speeds won't slow down if you're also charging your Apple Watch, which happens when you're recharging your iPhone and the Watch simultaneously using Apple's MagSafe Duo charger.

9

Best Wireless Charger

Belkin

BoostCharge 10W Fast Wireless Charging Stand

$34 AT AMAZON $52 AT WALMART $34 AT B&H PHOTO

This stylish and incredibly versatile dock from Belkin gives you the option to place your smartphone in landscape or portrait mode while charging. Available in black or white, the Belkin BoostCharge wireless charging stand can rapidly charge any iPhone, as well as Android smartphones.

The accessory is backed by an impressive 3-year warranty and comes with a wall plug and a 4-foot-long micro-USB cable.

10

Power Up Your Phone in the Car

iOttie

Auto Sense Wireless Car Charger

Now 17% off

$50 AT AMAZON $50 AT WALMART $60 AT B&H PHOTO

The iOttie Auto Sense is one of the most adjustable car-charging mounts you can buy. Its claw grip widens significantly and automatically to accommodate smartphones of all sizes, from the pocket-friendly iPhone 13 mini to big-screen behemoths like the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

The iOttie is powerful enough to charge your phone even through a thick leather case, is backed by a 2-year warranty, and includes a lengthy micro-USB charging cable.

11

An Easy-to-Use Bluetooth Tracker

Apple

Apple AirTag

$29 AT AMAZON $29 AT WALMART $29 AT B&H PHOTO

Apple's latest accessory, the AirTag, is a nifty gadget that makes the process of finding keys, bags, or any item that it's attached to a lot less stressful. To help locate a lost item when out of Bluetooth range, it utilizes a gigantic Find My network of almost a billion devices.

As you’d expect from an Apple product, AirTags are incredibly simple to set up. You'll love that they’re water-resistant and have a replaceable battery, and there are dozens of nifty accessories for AirTags worth checking out, too.

More: 6 Best Luggage Trackers of 2022

12

An Outstanding Pair of Earbuds

Apple

AirPods

$155 AT AMAZON $99 AT WALMART $119 AT B&H PHOTO

Apple's more affordable 2nd Generation AirPods earbuds will instantly upgrade your iPhone experience. They offer excellent sound quality and are perfect for taking phone calls, listening to music, or getting sucked into a podcast.

If wireless charging, increased durability, and more immersive audio are important features for you, consider opting for the 3rd Generation AirPods or AirPods Pro instead.

More: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Wireless Earbuds

13

A Colorful But Protective iPhone Case

Smartish

Gripmunk iPhone 14 MagSafe Case

$25 AT AMAZON

This affordable MagSafe case provides your precious iPhone with incredible protection. It features a grippy exterior that helps prevent drops, too.

In the event you do drop your phone, the case has air-cushioned corners that absorb and disperse shocks away from the phone to prevent cracked screens. It's also available for the iPhone 13, too!

More: The Best Antimicrobial iPhone Cases to Protect You and Your iPhone Against Germs

14

A Handsome Leather iPhone Wallet

NOMAD

Rugged Folio iPhone Wallet

$80 AT NOMADGOODS.COM

The Nomad leather folio is our top iPhone wallet because it has an incredibly thin profile, an exceptional fit, and a luxurious Horween leather finish. Its inner pockets have enough space for up to six cards, plus some cash.

The exterior of the case is built from high-grade polycarbonate with a raised bumper to keep your iPhone in one piece in case you drop it. Its interior also has a soft lining to prevent scratches.

15

The Fastest Wireless Charger You Can Buy

Apple

MagSafe Charger

$37 AT AMAZON $37 AT WALMART $38 AT B&H PHOTO

If you have one of the latest iPhone 12 series smartphones, you ought to pick up Apple’s very own MagSafe charger. In case you're unfamiliar, the latest iPhones use an array of built-in magnets that allow compatible accessories to seamlessly snap onto the back.

Apple's official MagSafe charger dishes out 15 watts of power and provides users with the fastest wireless charging speeds possible. (For context, you can get 50% more battery life in an hour with MagSafe, as opposed to 1.5 hours with a standard wireless charger.)

More: The Best MagSafe Accessories for Your New iPhone

16

An Affordable and Colorful Waterproof Case

JOTO

Universal Waterproof Pouch

Now 55% off

$9 AT AMAZON

This waterproof case has more than 50,000 5-star reviews on Amazon — and for good reason! First of all, it comes at an incredible value. Plus, it has enough wiggle room to stow some cash and a couple of credit cards, too.

What we love most, though, is that you have a choice of 13 bright color options to choose from. The JOTO waterproof pouch fits iPhones of up to 6.8 inches in size. It includes a lanyard and features an all-around clear design, so you can use your phone's camera underwater.

17

Clip Your iPhone Anywhere

Lamicall

Phone Holder Bed Gooseneck Mount

Now 13% off

$26 AT AMAZON $50 AT WALMART

The possibilities are endless with this iPhone stand. You can clip it to your bed frame, a desk, your child's car seat, a chair — you name it, you can do it.

Its clamp grips onto surfaces of up to 3 inches thick, and the stand's aluminum arm is sturdy but flexible. The stand works with devices that have a 4- to 7-inch-sized screen, making it compatible with most iPhones. If you want to watch Netflix in bed while laying down flat, this stand has your back!

18

For Using Your AirPods on a Plane

Twelve South

AirFly Pro

$55 AT AMAZON $58 AT WALMART

The AirFly Pro is the gold-standard Bluetooth adaptor. It has an integrated 3.5-millimeter cable that you can plug into an in-flight entertainment system, a piece of gym equipment, or a game console to use your wireless earbuds so that folks around you can't hear what you're watching or listening to.

With just the flip of a switch, you can also use it to send music or directions wirelessly from your iPhone to your car's AUX-in, or you transmit your iPhone's audio to an old speaker that has a headphone jack!

19

A Powerful Two-Port Charger

Spigen

PowerArc 40W ArcStation Pro

Now 33% off

$24 AT AMAZON

This iPhone accessory from Spigen is one of the most powerful chargers we've ever used. It comes with dual 20-watt USB-C ports — which means that you can fast-charge two iPhones to up to 50% in just 30 minutes. If you were using the charger that came with your iPhone, you’d only be at about 20% in the same amount of time!

If you're only using one of its ports, it’ll charge at 30 watts, which is enough power to recharge a tablet or small laptop. As a bonus, Spigen backs its charger with a 2-year warranty.

20

A Pocketable iPhone Stand

MoKo

Cell Phone Stand

$8 AT AMAZON

This inexpensive stand from MoKo is just a half-inch thick and folds up to just 3x3 inches, making it the perfect stand to take with you on the go and use with your iPhone. You can easily toss it in a bag, or even fit it in a pocket.

It'll definitely come in handy on an airplane because it's small enough to fit on a tray. It may not be the prettiest stand because it's just made of plastic, but it's sturdy, small, and affordable.

If you want slightly a more versatile stand, you should also consider this adjustable one from Lamicall.

More: Check Out Our Full Roundup of iPhone Docks

21

An Ultra-Durable Charging Cable

Nomad

Kevlar Lightning Cable

$20 AT NOMADGOODS.COM

For those in search of one of the most durable cables money can buy, look no further than this offering from Nomad. It's reinforced with a braided Kevlar outer sheath and features strong metal alloy connector housings.

We tested the cable at the Austin City Limits music festival, and it handled dirt and water from a leaky CamelBak with no problem. We recommend spending the extra $5 for the 3-meter variant.

If you use an older iPhone which doesn't support fast-charging, Nomad sells a USB-A-to-Lightning cable as well.

22

The Perfect Armband for Runs

VUP

VUP Running Armband

Now 20% off

$16 AT AMAZON

Most iPhone armbands are made from a fabric sleeve. They feature a plastic viewing window that you slip your phone into and secure to your arm with Velcro. Chances are, your phone will incorrectly line up with the viewing window, and its home button will be difficult to press.

This option leaves your screen exposed, and it won't block your iPhone's Face ID sensors or the bottom part of your touchscreen — meaning that you'll be able to unlock your phone and use swiping gestures to get back to its home screen.

Another nice perk? If you need to answer a call on your run, you can detach your phone without taking the entire armband off: The mount swivels and can rotate your device a full 360 degrees. That way, you can quickly switch songs or easily access your favorite run-tracking app.

More: Be Sure to Download These Top Running Apps

23

A Small But Mighty USB-C Charger

Anker

PowerPort III Nano USB-C Charger

$19 AT AMAZON $31 AT WALMART

If you don't need multiple charging ports and just want the smallest charger for fast-charging your USB-C smartphone (not your laptop or tablet), the PowerPort III Nano charger from Anker is the best option available. It is extremely compact and backed by an 18-month warranty.

Just remember: If you want to use it with your iPhone, you'll need your own USB-C-to-Lightning cable!

24

A Stellar Waterproof Speaker

Ultimate Ears

WONDERBOOM 3 Speaker

Now 15% off

$85 AT AMAZON $117 AT WALMART $100 AT B&H PHOTO

Don't let its adorably small size fool you: This waterproof speaker has some serious punch to it. The Wonderboom 23pairs in just seconds to your iPhone, and it's loud enough to fill a room with sound.

Plus, it's incredibly tough and waterproof. Not only can it withstand a 5-foot drop and the elements, but it's also one of the few speakers that floats. So, if you drop it in a body of water, you won't have to worry about losing it for good.

25

The Screen Cleaner Apple Uses In Its Stores

WHOOSH!

Screen Cleaner

$10 AT AMAZON

Whoosh! is a powerful nontoxic screen cleaner that keeps the display of your iPhone — and every other gadget you own — spotless.

The odorless liquid is safe for all screens, while a bundled antimicrobial microfiber cloth ensures that you always make the most of every spray. The screen cleaner is available in a trio of bottle sizes, so you'll never run out.

More: Read Our Full Review on the WHOOSH! Screen Cleaner

Brandon Carte Senior Electronics Editor Brandon Carte has been covering technology at BestProducts.com since 2017, where he's been writing about the latest gadgets, appliances, and scouring the internet for the products that make life easier.