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The Best Screen Protectors for Your New iPhone

Most iPhone cases don't protect that well against cracked screens. That's what a screen protector is for.

By Tucker Bowe
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Spigen

Most iPhone cases don't protect your screen. Or rather, they don't protect them that well. Many cases have bumpers that do a good job of protecting your iPhone's display in the event that you drop it, but if you bump into something or drop something on your iPhone, there's very little to protect the glass from getting cracked. That's where a screen protector comes in.

A screen protector is a thin slice of engineer glass that sticks to your iPhone's screen and protects it from getting scratched or cracked. You'll notice that the price of screen protectors for your iPhone can vary quite considerably, however. And the reason for this mainly has to do with the advanced engineering and features that each screen protector promises.

What to Look for

Does it cover the entire screen? Some screen protectors don't cover the entire iPhone screen as they leave a cutout for the notch. If there's a cutout then it leaves the front camera system vulnerable to scratches.

Specially-engineered features: The more expensive screen protectors tend to be made of engineered glass with special properties, such as glare protection, privacy protection and an antimicrobial finish. The more feature-packed the screen protector, the more expensive it likely is.

Installation kits: If you've ever put a screen protector on your smartphone, you'll know that by far the scariest part is actually installing it so that it's aligned correctly and there aren't any bubbles underneath. Most screen protectors come with fairly straightforward installation kits, but if you are extra worried you can actually go to some electronics stores (like Best Buy) and have them install it for a small fee.

Can the Same Screen Protector Work for Both iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro?

The simple answer is: probably — but we recommend getting the exact screen protector for your specific iPhone model.

The reason for this is that the iPhone 14 and the iPhone 14 Pro have very similar 6.1" displays, however, the dimensions are slightly off; the Pro's display is ever so taller and wider. This means that a screen protector for the iPhone 14 will likely still fit on the iPhone 14 Pro, but we still recommend getting one that's specifically made for the iPhone 14 Pro.

This logic holds true for the iPhone 14 Plus and the iPhone 14 Pro Max, as well. Even though both have very similar-sized 6.7" displays, they have slightly different dimensions and for the perfect fit, we recommend buying the screen protector that's designed for your specific iPhone model.

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    The Best Screen Protectors for iPhone 14
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    The iPhone 14 and last year's iPhone 13 have the same size 6.1" screen along with the same design — both have the same notch — so the same screen protector can work on either. (Note that the iPhone 14 Plus can use a screen protector for last year's iPhone 13 Pro Max.)

    Spigen Tempered Glass Screen Protector for iPhone 14
    Spigen
    $16 AT AMAZON

    Spigen offers an affordable screen protector for any iPhone 13 model (as well as older iPhone models). It's super easy to install thanks to the fact that it comes with plastic tray (shown in the photo) that helps you align the screen projector just right. The only potential downside is that it doesn't cover the front-facing camera.

    InvisibleShield Glass Elite VisionGuard for iPhone 14
    InvisibleShield
    Now 17% off
    $25 AT AMAZON

    This is one of the most affordable screen protectors for the iPhone 14. It has a special coating that filters-40 percent of the blue light that could keep you up at night.

    Belkin UltraGlass Screen Protector for iPhone 14
    Belkin
    $40 AT APPLE

    This is more affordable option that Apple sells. It's completely clear, but adds an extra layer of scratch- and impact-resistance to your iPhone 14 screen.

    Speck Shieldview Glass for iPhone 14
    Speck
    $40 AT SPECKPRODUCTS.COM

    Speck's screen protector is strong, super thin and has an antimicrobial coating. It also comes with a little kit that makes adhering it to your iPhone's display pretty simple. It does not cover the front-facing camera system.

    OtterBox Amplify Glass Glare Guard for iPhone 14
    OtterBox
    $50 AT APPLE

    As its name gives away, this screen protector not only is made of high-strength glass to protector against scratches and drops, but it also has an anti-glare coating to help with visibility in bright lighting situations.

    InvisibleShield Glass XTR2 for iPhone 14
    InvisibleShield
    $60 AT ZAGG

    This is one of InvisibleShield's highest-end screen protectors. It's strong, anti-reflective and it has a new adhesive technology that prevents dust and other small particles from dirtying your screen while installing.

    InvisibleShield Glass Elite Privacy 360 for iPhone 14
    InvisibleShield
    $60 AT ZAGG

    This screen protector packs most of the same ultra-strength and high-end technologies as the company's other options, but adds a 4-way filter that prevents prying eyes from getting a glance at your screen.

    The Best Screen Protectors for iPhone 14 Pro
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    Tucker Bowe

    The iPhone 14 Pro has a similar size display as the iPhone 14 — both are 6.1" — but the dimensions are slightly off; the Pro's display is ever so taller and wider. This means that a screen protector for the iPhone 14 will likely still fit on the iPhone 14 Pro, but we still recommend getting one that's specifically made for the iPhone 14 Pro.

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    Belkin UltraGlass Screen Protector for iPhone 14 Pro
    Belkin
    $40 AT APPLE

    This is more affordable option that Apple sells. It's completely clear, but adds an extra layer of scratch- and impact-resistance to your iPhone 14 Pro's screen.

    (Apple sells this screen protector for the larger iPhone 14 Pro Max, too.)

    New
    OtterBox Amplify Glass Glare Guard for iPhone 14 Pro
    OtterBox
    $45 AT APPLE

    This is the slightly more expensive option that Apple sells for the iPhone 14 Pro. It's made of high-strength glass to protector against scratches and drops, but it also has an anti-glare coating to help with visibility in bright lighting situations.

    (Apple sells this screen protector for the larger iPhone 14 Pro Max, too.)

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