Best Pixel 9 cases 2024: for grip, style and protection

Colours/designs: obsidian, porcelain, hazel, rose quartz, wintergreen, peony | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for Pixel 6a, 7a, 7, 7 Pro, 8a, 8, 8 Pro

Google’s official case fits the Pixel 9 perfectly so the camera bar is safely enclosed. You can buy it in six different colours to match your device, and it echoes the handset’s design with the Google 'G' in the middle. Thanks to grippy silicone, it feels super secure to hold and there’s no interference with wireless charging. It was a little prone to dirty marks, but this case feels like it would do a great job at protecting the phone.

Colours/designs: Transparent, iridescent | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for Pixel 8, 8 Pro

The Mous Clarity 2.0 is a clear case with MagSafe compatibility to connect to a range of accessories. This is a case that feels strong, the frame is firm, and it has thick plastic to cover your handset. It covers the buttons of the device too, making them slightly stiff to use but ensuring complete protection. Mous promises anti-yellowing technology and UV resistance, and has included eyelets on either side to add wrist straps and phone slings.

Colours/designs: Wide variety of styles, colours and patterns | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for all other Pixel phones

Get a Burga case if you want to add personality to your Pixel. We tested (and loved) a few wavy designs, such as Y2Kool, Flower Power, Funky Sensation and Ride the Wave, but there’s a vast library of styles and colours like Lemon Tart, Moonlight and Tropical Green Camo. All feel sturdy, fit the phone well and cost just under £40. What’s more, you can buy a matching ring holder, laptop case and earbuds case too!

Colours/designs: Black, green, blue | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL

Want a case to protect your new phone but don't want to add any bulk? Pitaka's Ultra Slim case is more of a skin than a case but still offers some protection, and it even manages to pack in MagSafe compatibility. It snaps onto the phone and feels super smooth, although it lacks the grip of other options on this list.

Colours/designs: Black, clear, mushroom, purple, red, sage | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for Pixel 8, 8 Pro

If you’d rather keep your phone slim and pocket-friendly, Mous has a Super Thin case too. It has built-in MagSafe compatibility to connect to chargers and other accessories, it feels soft in the hand, and it’s made from partially recycled materials. Lined with microfibre and made from durable polycarbonate, it still offers solid protection from scrapes, scratches and drops.

Colours/designs: Black, clear, iridescent | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL

At less than £30, Zagg’s cases are some of the most affordable on this list. There are three options: black Luxe, clear Crystal Palace and iridescent Milan Snap. They snap onto the phone very easily, with a relatively thick frame which helps safeguard your device from damage. Hand-feel is nice and they look good too, although the brand name is quite prominent. We’d love to see more colour options too!

Colours/designs: Wide variety of styles, colours and patterns | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 7, 7 Pro, 8, 8 Pro, 9 Pro Fold

If you’re looking for something stylish, Casetify has a massive amount of options available — we tested a cute mushroom case, a leafy case and a cow print case, but there are hundreds of styles available. MagSafe compatibility is included, there are holes on the side to attach charms and straps, and the case has raised edges to protect the screen and camera module. It does make the device a little chunky, but it feels very sturdy and looks great.

Colours/designs: Black, Mint, Terracotta, Lilac | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for Pixel 6, 6a, 7, 7a, 7Pro, 8, 8a, 8 Pro

Looking for something sophisticated? Bellroy’s leather case looks premium and feels great in the hand. It’s super slim with aluminium buttons built in and a soft microfibre lining to protect the handset from scratches. You get MagSafe included, which is a magnet built in to attach accessories like chargers. The only thing to consider with this case is that the lighter colours might show signs of wear more quickly.

Colours/designs: Black, black leather, walnut, bamboo, silver, speckled fabric | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 8, 8 Pro

For ultimate protection, get the Mous Limitless 5.0 case. It’s a little more expensive than Mous’ other options but there’s a reason for that — it has “extreme” impact protection, 2mm raised edges around the screen, microfibre lining and a rippled grip on both sides. Like the rest of the Mous range, it has MagSafe compatibility.

Colours/designs: Black, Yellow, Green, Pink, Brown, Red, Blue | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 6, 6 Pro

Made from biodegradable wheat straw, the Wave case is a plastic-free option that fits snugly and comes in a wide range of colours, from a muted green to a vibrant yellow. The cutout on the back is designed to only leave the lenses exposed, so this is also a great choice for protecting the rear camera bump from scratches and marks. Plus, we find that the matte material is grippy.

Colours/designs: Charcoal, Sage, Blue, Yellow, Red | Compatibility: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, available for Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro,

We love the colour options and fabric feel of Peak Design's Everyday Case, which sits flush with the handset and doesn't add too much weight when attached. A rubberised bumper takes care of the grip, it's got magnets that are compatible with Apple MagSafe, and there's a square cutout for connecting other Peak Design mounts and accessories. We tried the handlebar mount and the mobile wallet – both snap on easily and have a sturdy build quality.