Ranging in price from $20-$85, there are several Mageasy case options for the various iPhone 17 models, including some that come with a crossbody strap and retractable ring kickstand that rotates 360 degrees so you can prop up your phone in landscape or portrait mode. The Odyssey Ultra M Plus Strap ($85 — pictured) is Mageasy’s flagship case, featuring 25-foot drop protection. While the Odyssey M Plus Strap ($50) doesn’t have the built-in kickstand, it is more affordable and also has excellent 20-foot drop protection. They’re both available in a few color options, as is the Mageasy Wallet Case with Crossbody Strap ($35), which is geared toward women. 

Note that you don’t have to use the cases with the strap. The eyelets are removable (the M Plus Strap has a few different bumper options you can swap in for more or less corner protection). Just don’t lose them if you want to use the strap in the future. I should also note that while the Odyssey Ultra M is a really protective case, it is a bit weighty. Some simpler Mageasy cases are lighter.

Type of access to camera control button: Touch-sensitive integrated control button covers (new this year).

Nomad makes some of my favorite leather cases, and its lineup of iPhone 17 cases hasn’t changed too much from what it was offering for the iPhone 16, except that it’s now making trimmed-down leather cases for the iPhone Air that leave more of the phone exposed (it’s a great iPhone Air case, but expensive at $89). Once again, its «sustainably-sourced» leather cases come in two grades of leather: the standard variety and a higher-end Horween that costs $20 more. They both develop a «rugged» patina as the oils from your skin interact with the leather over time. Nomad’s Traditional Leather case starts at $69, while its Modern Leather Case ($59) is a little cheaper because it’s not completely wrapped in leather (its sides aren’t wrapped).

If you’re looking for maximum protection in a leather-styled case, you can opt for the Leather Rugged ($79), which has 15-foot drop protection compared with the Modern Leather’s 8-foot drop rating. Nomad doesn’t give a drop rating for its Traditional Leather case, so one can assume it isn’t as protective. I can attest to it having at least a 4-foot drop protection because I’ve dropped my phone from that distance and it survived just fine.

I also like the Modern Leather Folio wallet case, though I wish it converted into a kickstand like some wallet cases do, and the more affordable Sport case ($50) and Rugged case ($50 — without leather). They’re both not leather cases, but they do look pretty slick. It’s also worth noting

Type of access to camera control button: Most of Nomad’s iPhone 17 cases, except for its iPhone Air cases, feature a touch-sensitive integrated control button cover, which is new for this year (they had cutouts before). Its new iPhone Air cases leave the button fully exposed.

Available in a few different striking color options and patterns, Pitaka cases are very thin yet offer a little more protection than some other ultra-slim cases. That’s because they’re made from «selected 600D aramid fiber, which is widely used in aerospace and military applications,» according to Pitaka. Unlike carbon fiber, «this fine-weaved case will not interfere with the signal and it is non-conductive, offering long-lasting protection for your phone, and preventing color fading and daily scratches.» All Pitaka cases are MagSafe-enabled using Pitaka’s MagSafe SlimBoard technology, and this year’s models feature a touch-sensitive integrated control button cover rather than a cutout for the button. While this case doesn’t offer serious protection from drops, it’s still better than not having anything on your phone. If you’re looking for a very slim, lightweight case, it should be near the top of your list, especially if you want an ultra-slim case to cover the iPhone Air.

At launch, Moft is only selling one case for the iPhone 17 Series, the Snap Movas, its signature case that’s designed to be paired with a variety of Moft MagSafe accessories, including wallets that convert into stands, an iPhone Tripod Stand and its new «origami-inspired» Snap Field Wallet that stores several credit cards and also converts into a stand. Available in seven color options, the faux leather Movas case is slim and elegant (Vegan leather is designed to look and feel like real leather but is synthetic). It’s a good option for those who want a thinner case that offers some degree of protection. I’ve recommended this case to a few friends who’ve bought the iPhone Air.

Type of access to camera control button: Touch-sensitive integrated control button cover, which is new for this year (Moft cases had cutouts for the iPhone 16 Series)

Back in 2023, Minnesota-based Pad & Quill, which used to make some of our favorite leather wallet cases, morphed into Burton Goods, which now sells very similar premium leather cases for various Apple products. Arguably, the best option from Burton is the Modern Pocket Book Wallet case ($90), which is actually two cases in one. It includes a standalone case that has a leather back stitched onto the TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) case and an outer leather-clad wallet folio cover. The MagSafe-enabled standalone case adheres magnetically to the folio cover (the magnets are strong) and is removable, so you can easily charge your phone wirelessly. Like other folio cases of this style, it’s a tad bulky but stores multiple credit cards and a bit of cash.

As far as non-folio cases go, the fully leather-clad Heritage Leather ($80) case comes in three color options and is one of the best leather cases out there. Burton previously made a Luxury Modern Pocket Book Wallet case that included a Heritage Leather case for $130, but that combo currently isn’t available for the the iPhone 17. Burton Goods also sells a couple of magnetic MagSafe Wallet Stands that adhere nicely to the back of the case. Note that Burton Goods only makes cases for the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max.

Type of access to camera control button: The case that’s included with the Modern Book Wallet case has a cutout that leaves the camera control button exposed, while the Heritage Leather case has a touch-sensitive integrated control button cover.