Are expensive phone cases actually more protective?

Price doesn't guarantee protection, but engineering does. Reinforced corners, precise fit, and tested impact ratings cost more to produce than a generic TPU shell — and that's what separates the $40 case that saves your phone from the $8 case that doesn't.

Does a clear case protect as well as a tough case?

Not quite. Clear cases are designed for visibility and scratch protection with moderate drop cushion. A purpose-built tough case will absorb significantly more impact, at the cost of bulk and hiding the phone underneath.

Will a case affect wireless charging or MagSafe?

Standard wireless charging works through almost any case. MagSafe is different — without an internal magnet array, the hold is weak and the connection drifts. If you use MagSafe accessories, get a MagSafe-compatible case.

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