The Best Waterproof Phone Holders Offer Protection In And Under Water

Dimensions: 8.2 x 4.5 x 0.5 inches | Weight: 1.6 ounces | Waterproof rating: IP68

Pros:

• Lanyard design
• Floats in water
• Some drop protection 

Cons:

• Need to completely seal the case for it to work properly
• Can’t accommodate larger phones

The Pelican Marine tops our list as the best waterproof phone holder. The soft TPU material offers a clear window design so you can send texts and snap photos while in water. That same TPU material also acts as a solid barrier, protecting your phone from drops and scratches.

We especially like the detachable lanyard so you can choose to hang your phone around your neck while paddle boarding or snorkeling. Submerge it in up to about 10 feet of water without worry.

Dimensions: 8.5 x 4.3 x 0.5 inches | Weight: 3.8 ounces | Waterproof rating: IPX8

Pros:

• Triple-lock feature for extra security
• Can still use Face ID to unlock your phone

Cons:

• No drop protection

The Hiearcool Waterproof Phone Pouch offers a great price for two waterproof pouches, with the two-pack clocking in at under $10. The clear pouches can handle submersion in up to 100 feet of water, so you can snorkel to your heart’s content and capture great underwater content. Like others on our list, the pouch offers universal phone compatibility so you can pack any Android phone into the case.

The case keeps your phone safe from scratches and scrapes, too. As a heads up, because it’s a plastic TPU material without any drop protection, we recommend keeping the lanyard securely around your neck. For those who prefer to add personal flair, you can also get the case in a variety of colors.

Dimensions: 0.5 x 4.5 x 8.3 inches | Weight: 1.8 ounces | Waterproof rating: IP68

Pros:

• Adjustable lanyard
• Camera usable underwater

Cons:

• Can only use for up to 30 minutes underwater

Not only does the Case-Mate waterproof phone case keep your phone fully protected while submerged, but you can still use your device to snap photos, send texts and more. Thanks to the full-size clear window in the front and the smaller clear window designed for the camera, you have full control over your phone underwater.

It can stay fully submerged in three feet of water, making it great for short snorkeling adventures and casual beach days. As a heads up, it can only stay submerged for up to 30 minutes at a time.

Dimensions: 6.9 x 3.5 x 0.6 inches | Weight: 3.2 ounces | Waterproof rating: IP68

Pros:

• Designed for Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 14 models
• Offers full drop protection

Cons:

• Does not float
• Pricey

You can get this case for any iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 model. It is perfect for Apple iPhone users who want full access to their device’s capabilities underwater. It can submerge as far down as 33 feet—and comes with military-grade drop protection, so you don’t stress over accidental drops.

As a heads up, while other cases on our list float, this one does not. It’s not a deal-breaker, considering you get full access to your iPhone when using it, but it’s something to keep in mind when you take it out on the water.

Dimensions: 10.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches | Weight: 3.36 ounces | Waterproof rating: IPX8

Pros:

• Built-in compass
• Detachable lanyard and armband included

Cons:

• Some report buttons are difficult to press while in case
• Not suited for larger phone models

Sometimes it’s easier to attach your device to a handy armband instead of using a lanyard. The Voxkin gives you the best of both worlds, offering both a detachable lanyard and a detachable armband. You can choose which option suits your needs depending if you’re doing pool laps, surfing and more.

It’s got the same technology as the Case-Mate and Pelican pouches on our list, so if you accidentally drop the pouch, it floats on water. And, to top off all the great protection, you get a built-in compass, too, to assist in your adventuring.