It's always a good idea to protect your phone however you can, especially when the cheapest price for Samsung's Galaxy Note 9 will still set you back a whopping £899, meaning you’ll have no choice but to invest in a Note 9 case as soon as possible, if you want to protect your new toy from drops and mishaps.
Thankfully we’ve scoured the internet to find the best Note 9 cases to suit your needs. Whether it’s style, protection or practicality, we’ve got you covered. Here’s our list of the best Note 9 cases available right now.
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The best Note 9 cases you can buy
Urban Armor Gear Monarch: The best heavy-duty Note 9 case
Price : £46 | Buy now from Urban Armor Gear
Urban Armor Gear are the kings of protective phone cases. I mean, just look at the design of that thing – these guys aren’t messing around. If you struggle to keep hold of your phone then this is the case for you. Formed from top-grain leather and alloy metal hardware, the Monarch incorporates 5 layers of protection and meets 2X Military drop-test standards. What’s more, they’re walking the walk by throwing in a ten-year limited warranty. UAG cases are only produced in the USA, but they will ship to the UK for free. This case is a little on the pricey side but is still much cheaper than replacing a smashed and broken £1,200 Galaxy Note 9. The choice is yours.
Key specs – Materials: Leather, alloy metal; Drop-proofing: US MIL STD 810G 516.6; Warranty: 10-year limited warranty
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Snakehive: The most stylish Note 9 case
Price: £27 | Buy now from Amazon
If you want to maintain a sleek look whilst protecting your Note 9, then Snakehive has the case for you. Made from European full grain cowhide nubuck leather (whatever that is), you get a slick-looking case in a choice of 11 distinct colours, which also doubles up as a wallet, with three slots for credit cards plus a larger compartment for notes. The inner wallet is made of smooth soft leather to protect your Note 9 from scratches and marks, and the case is neatly finished with an embossed Snakehive logo. This is the perfect combination of style and practicality.
Key specs – Materials: Nubuck leather; Drop-proofing: No; Warranty: 1-year manufacturer’s warranty
Speck Presidio Grip: The best Note 9 case for protection from high drops
Price: £36 | Buy now from Speck
The unique selling point of Speck’s Presidio Grip case is its ability to withstand high drops. It sports a polycarbonate shell moulded together with shock-absorbing ‘Impactium’ rubber to give you an added layer of protection. Angled ridges are also located on the back to give you extra grip – but you shouldn’t be worried even if these were to fail. This case is lab-tested to withstand drops of up to ten feet - fantastic news for the taller Note 9 enthusiasts among us.
At £25 and with a free lifetime warranty, the Speck Presidio Grip represents great value. The only drawback is the limited colour choices.
Key specs – Materials: Polycarbonate, impactium rubber; Drop-proofing: 10ft; Warranty: Lifetime limited warranty
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Zizo Bolt Series: The best multifunctional Note 9 case
Price: £19 | Buy now from Zizo
Zizo’s Bolt is truly a jack of all trades, with a dual-layer case that’s been engineered to disperse impact force when dropped. The bundle includes a heavy-duty 360-degree rotatable holster belt clip as well as a built-in kickstand for increased functionality. If that isn’t already enough, you get a choice of six colours, and a free lanyard to boot. This is more than just a phone case.
The only drawback is that Zizo currently only operates in the USA. However, the website does feature a handy tool for estimating shipping and tax to the UK, and our results didn’t prove too costly.
Key specs – Materials: Polyurethane, Polycarbonate; Drop-proofing: 12ft. US MIL STD 810G; Warranty: Lifetime limited warranty
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Spigen Ultra Hybrid Note 9: The best protective slim case
Price: £16 | Buy now from Spigen
This case from Spigen offers incredible protection given how slim it is, thanks to a shock-absorbent bumper and military-grade air-cushion technology. A single, hassle-free layer allows for easy application, and if you opt for the “Crystal Clear” design then you needn’t sacrifice the clean-cut design of your new Note 9. It’s not going to break the bank, either. In fact, the £18 price tag makes it one of the best-value cases listed here.
Key specs - materials: Polycarbonate, Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU); Drop-proofing: US MIL STD 810G; Warranty: 90-day limited warranty
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VRS Leather Diary Series: The best flip cover case
Price: $70 plus taxes and shipping | Buy now from VRS
VRS prides itself on its high-end output, a perfect example being its Leather Diary series for Note 9. The case is designed to be both functional and stylish, providing full protection for your device while sporting a classy, unassuming look. Like the Obliq, it can hold cards and cash, and a choice of three colours is yours.
VRS cases are currently only produced and sold in the USA, although we understand these will be hitting UK shores soon. You can still order one on the American website, but you’ll face a hefty fee for shipping and taxes.
Key specs – Materials: Leather and polycarbonate; Drop-proofing: Shock absorption; Warranty: Two-year limited warranty
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Samsung LED View: The best Note 9 case for unique features
Price: £40 | Buy now from Amazon
It only makes sense that alongside the release of its latest flagship smartphone, Samsung has opted to extend its range of phone cases. And, since it produced the Note 9, it should surely know a thing or to about how to protect it…
The highlight of the Samsung range is the ‘LED View’ case. It sports a sleek design that comes in three colours and has a handful of unique features. For instance, the screen turns on and off when opening and closing the flip, and you can download themes to your phone that match the case. On top of this, the date and time are displayed through the cover and you can make or reject calls without even having to open the case.
Given that you’ve already spent around £1,000 on your Note 9, you’d think the case would be included for free. But, alas, it’s another £60. This is obviously expensive, but if you feel the need to extend your collection of Samsung merchandise, this case is far from being a bad option.
Key specs – Materials: Synthetic leather; Drop-proofing: n/s; Warranty: 6 months limited warranty
