When it comes to buying new iPhone accessories, the market is completely flooded. For instance, if you search “Lightning cable” on Amazon, 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 most of these 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 speaker for a spontaneous dance party to a cleaning solution that keeps your phone germ-free and looking its best, you're sure to find an accessory here that'll make life with your iPhone a little better.
Learn more about our 27 favorite iPhone accessories and why we recommend them.
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To Keep Your Screen Pristine
Spigen Glas.tR EZ Fit for iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro
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.
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.
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The Best Wireless Charger
Belkin BoostCharge 10W Fast Wireless Charging Stand
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 4-foot-long micro-USB cable.
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 12 mini to big screen behemoths like the iPhone 12 Pro Max.
The iOttie is powerful enough to charge your phone even through a thick leather case, it's backed by a 2-year warranty, and it includes a lengthy micro-USB charging cable.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.)
There’s a lot to love about the INIU Portable Charger. It’s just a half-inch thick and only about 5 inches tall, so it’s very portable.
It has fast charging speeds and is equipped with two USA-A outport ports, so you can charge two devices simultaneously. It also recharges quickly over USB-C. Even better, it costs less than 20 bucks and is backed by a 3-year warranty.
This waterproof case has more than 60,000 rave 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.
The possibilities are endless with this iPhone stand. You can clip it to your bed frame, a desk, your child's carseat, 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!
The AirFly Pro is the gold-standard Bluetooth adapter. 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!
The MagSafe Duo Charger by Apple can charge your iPhone 12 and Apple Watch together. The accessory folds neatly in half when not in use, so it’s great for frequent travelers.
Rather conveniently, the product can charge the Apple Watch on its side or face-up. The MagSafe Duo comes bundled with a USB-C-to-Lightning cable, but note that it lacks a wall adapter.
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.
This ultra bright light will help improve your shots at night. In fact, it's four times brighter than your smartphone's integrated LED flash. It comes with a silicone mount, so you can easily attach it to your iPhone for brightening up selfies.
The built-in battery has enough juice to take 10,000 photos or be used as a flashlight for 50 minutes. When it's time to recharge, you can just connect it right to your iPhone.
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.
The Jabra Elite 75t are our favorite completely wireless earbuds, and we've tested dozens of them. They offer the perfect combination of stellar sound, strong battery life, and flawless fit.
Most importantly, they offer a reliable wireless connection, so you won't ever have to fuss with re-pairing them to your iPhone over and over again.
Even though this dongle is already included in the retail package of your new iPhone, there's a high likelihood you'll lose it at some point because of how small it is. Be prepared, and grab a spare one in case such misfortune comes your way.
If you want the ability to charge your iPhone and use a pair of wired headphones at the same time, we recommend this other adapter from Belkin instead.
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 bucks for the 3-meter variant.
If you want to fast charge your iPhone on the go, we recommend this car charger from Scosche. It’s one of the few that features dual 20-watt USB-C Power Delivery (PD) charging ports.
PD charging ensures that you get the fastest charging speeds possible. You can expect to top your iPhone’s battery off an additional 50% in just 30 minutes.
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.
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!
Don't let its adorably small size fool you: This waterproof speaker has some serious punch to it. The Wonderboom 2 pairs 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.
Whoosh! is a powerful nontoxic screen cleaner that'll keep 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.
Apple's AppleCare+ protection program is a worthy investment for your iPhone. Depending on what phone model you get (and whether you want theft or loss covered), it costs between $129 and $299 to enroll in the extended warranty program. You get two years of additional coverage for manufacturing defects or battery life issues, plus two incidents of accidental damage coverage.
It costs $29 to replace a broken screen or $99 for other damage. Outside of the warranty program, customers have to pay $279 to $199 for replacement screens, depending on iPhone model.
We think AppleCare+ is worth the additional cost to protect your investment.
With the help of a USB-C to Lightning Cable, this charger can recharge your new iPhone's battery up to 50% in just 30 minutes. It charges most laptops, tablets, smartphones, and the Nintendo Switch at the fastest rate with its onboard USB-C or USB-A port.
Not only is this charger super fast, but it's also very portable. It weighs less than 3 ounces, and it's small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. It only comes in white, and it's backed by an 18-month warranty.
Brandon CarteSenior Electronics EditorBrandon Carte has been the technology editor at BestProducts.com since 2017, where he's been covering the latest gadgets and scouring the internet for the greatest deals; His tech reporting has been featured on TopTenReviews.com and USA Today.
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