Just like their predecessors, the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge are primarily made from glass. While the metal and glass build gives the phone a very premium look and feel, it also makes it very prone to shattering easily when it accidentally falls from your hand.

Irrespective of what Samsung says, it is all a matter of one drop and your beautiful Galaxy S7 or S7 edge will turn into an ugly piece of technology. So, the wise thing to do would be to use a case on the smartphone. However, deciding a case especially for a phone as popular as the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge can be a monumental task in itself. There are hundreds of cases available for some popular and not-so-popular brands, with some of them costing hundreds of dollars. So, to help you with this decision, we have highlighted some of the best cases and case makers that you should consider for protecting your precious new smartphone.

Samsung

If you really don’t want to get into the hassle of buying cases from third-party makers, have a look at the official cases for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge from Samsung themselves. While priced on the higher end of the spectrum, the cases are easily available in retail stores, so you can buy them right away alongside the phone. Additionally, the cases itself are of top-notch quality and offer ample amount of protection, so you really cannot go wrong with them.

Samsung sells a variety of cases for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge, including an LED View Cover, Flip Wallet, Clear Cover, and S View Cover. You can even use the phone for basic functionality like receiving or making calls and sending text messages using the LED View Cover and S View Cover without actually having to flip them open.

Prices of Samsung’s official covers for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge start from $24.99 and go all the way up to $59.99.

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Spigen

Spigen is one of my favorite case makers out there. They offer a variety of cases to fit the different needs of consumers, and they are all quality cases that offer ample amount of protection. More specifically, I am a big fan of their ‘Thin Fit’ series of cases that offers a decent amount of protection whilst adding a bare minimum amount of thickness to the phone.

Other variety of cases sold by the case maker include Ultra Hybrid, Neo Hybrid, Liquid Crystal, Wallet, Crystal Shell, Slim Armor and Rugged Armor. All the cases offer varying level of protection and are made from different variety of materials, though if you want the ultimate protection, have a look at their Rugged Armor series that has been certified for passing military grade drop-testing.

All the cases are available in a variety of colors, with prices starting from $14.99 and going all the way up to $39.99

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OtterBox

If you are looking for the ultimate protection for your Samsung Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge, look no further than cases from OtterBox. The company offers a wide variety of cases that offer more than just ample amount of protection. Their series of cases for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge include Commuter, Symmetry, Defender, and Strada.

Their Defender series in particular offers up to four different layers of protection and ensures that your precious new Galaxy can survive more than just a tumble. OtterBox cases are available in a range of colors and designs to suit a wide variety of consumer demands, with prices ranging from $14.95 to $49.95.

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Dbrand

I am not a fan of cases. Yes, they do a good job of protecting your costly smartphone, but they also add a lot of bulk, which I absolutely abhor. Right since I first discovered Dbrand skins for my Nexus 4, I have been a big fan of the their skins. They offer little in terms of protection, but they do an absolutely fantastic job of making your smartphone stand out from the crowd.

The glass back of the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge makes them absolutely perfect for Dbrand skins, since the skin can offer enough protection to protect them from shattering during falls while also enhancing the overall look and feel of the phone.

If cases are not really your cup of tea, definitely give Dbrand skins a shot.

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Which is your favorite case for the Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge? Or are you bold enough to carry your handset naked? Drop in a comment below and let us know!