Is it Worth Buying a Metal iPhone Case?

As iPhones become more and more advanced in terms of features, design, and even price, proper protection is key to ensuring a long lifespan for your device – and this starts with constructing cases from high-quality materials that truly stand the test of time.

From hard plastic to grippy, flexible silicone, phone cases are today available in many unique finishes to protect your iPhone, while maintaining full functionality too. But how do you know which is best for your device?

One of the most commonly used materials used to craft shockproof cases is metal, which is well-loved for its impact-absorbing capabilities. Metal iPhone cases are also often magnetic, therefore opening up an even wider range of wireless charging and mounting possibilities.

Keep reading to discover the benefits of investing in a metal case and why it makes the ideal choice in terms of durability and functionality for your Apple iPhone device.

4 Benefits of Buying a Metal iPhone Case

Why choose metal over polycarbonate, leather, silicone, or even heavy-duty carbon fibre when it comes to your new iPhone case? Here's how metal case materials offer a sleek and modern alternative:

1. Ensures Durability

iPhone cases can be made from a variety of metals, including titanium or stainless steel. However, these are often heavy, slippery, and can make your phone difficult to hold, so are reserved solely to strengthen case frames.

The most commonly used material for crafting an entire metal iPhone case is aluminium. Its high strength, shockproof properties will absorb any impact to protect your iPhone from accidental drops and falls.

Aluminium keeps the device, including the glass screen and camera lenses, free from scratches and cracks, while preventing damage to the phone's internal components. It's also extremely resistant to corrosion, so won't rust over time or react to the natural oils in your hand, helping your case maintain a long lifespan.

As well as being incredibly durable, aluminium is lightweight and ultra-slim. With an aluminium case, you therefore won't have to worry about the case adding any extra bulk to your daily carry – simply slip the iPhone into your pocket and go!

At Ghostek, our Atomic Slim metal iPhone case offers state-of-the-art, military-grade protection to protect your phone from drops and falls of up to 12 feet. This is thanks to the next-gen dual-layer construction, which features a tough aluminium frame and a flexible TPU inner skin, plus a redesigned aluminium bumper for enhanced screen protection.

The Atomic Slim also has R7x shock-absorbing corners that stop the screen from shattering after sudden impacts, plus an anti-slip hand grip designed to prevent accidents in the first place.

2. Improves On-the-Go Usability

What's great about a metal iPhone case is that it can be mounted to a range of surfaces with its magnetic properties, turning anything from walls to golf carts into handy locations to use your phone.

Being able to operate your phone on any surface provides convenient access to all of the iPhone's essential features, such as texts or calls and navigation or entertainment apps.

For example, mount your metal case on the fridge when cooking for easy recipe viewing, attach it to a toolbox when trying to fix the sink, or put it on the side of your car when unpacking groceries. You can also watch videos hands-free while working, helping to keep you entertained while boosting productivity levels.

Plus, with a metal phone case, you won't need to purchase an additional mount; a quality magnetic case will automatically attach to any other magnetic surface, holding securely so that you don't have to worry about drops and falls.

3. Wireless Charging Compatible

A good metal iPhone case will also be wireless charging compatible, allowing you to power up your iPhone without untangling cables at the bottom of your bag or wearing down the device's Lightning port.

This is thanks to Apple's patented MagSafe technology, a series of strong magnets within all iPhone models that align with the magnets in MagSafe-compatible cases. Once placed onto the wireless charging pad, this technology therefore holds your phone securely in the optimal charging position.

Ghostek's NRGpad MagSafe Charger offers powerful 7.5W charging speeds, with a premium minimalist design that makes it easy to slip the device into your bag and charge on the go. Try the 15W 3-in-1 Charging Station to power up 3 devices simultaneously, including your Apple iPhone, Watch, and AirPods.

With Ghostek's wireless charging range, there's no need to remove the metal case to charge your iPhone. This ensures that it remains not only powered up, but protected too. You also won't need to worry about the MagSafe magnetic technology interfering with your phone's function; only high-powered magnets, such as those found in laboratories, encourage electron flow in batteries that cause faster drainage.

4. Highly Versatile

Along with attaching to various surfaces and supporting wireless charging functionality, a MagSafe metal iPhone case will allow you to use accessories that enhance the functionality of your phone even further. This includes the following magnetic accessories:

• Armband: Whether you're going for a quick run or a longer hike, armband attachments keep your phone in place through all forms of vigorous aerobic activity. Simply strap on the armband using the adjustable velcro band and attach your metal iPhone case.
• Car Mount: Featuring multiple mounting options, including air vent clamps or MagSafe magnets, car mounts facilitate easy hands-free navigation. Rotating for optimal landscape or portrait viewing ensures that you can keep your eyes on the road at all times.
• Bike Mount: A bike mount attachment will clamp onto thin or thick handlebars, keeping your magnetic metal iPhone case within eye line to ensure you're cycling along the right route.
• Wallet: Simplify your daily carry even further with a MagSafe wallet, which features convenient slots to hold important cards without the need for an additional purse.

Switch out the MagSafe charger for any of these accessories and they should simply slot into place on the back of your phone, using the case's strong magnets to stay secure.

Protect Your Device Today with a Quality Metal iPhone Case

Investing in a metal iPhone case made from aluminium and other high-strength materials should provide the durability and convenience necessary to keep your device protected and easy to use, without adding additional weight to your daily carry.

At Ghostek, our metal cases combine best-in-class engineering with sleek design, featuring built-in magnets for wireless charging and vehicle mount compatibility. They're also carefully crafted to maintain complete protection and functionality, with precise detailed cutouts that ensure you can always access the iPhone's charging ports and buttons.

Explore our full range of premium protective metal and plastic cases for a variety of Apple iPhone models today.