Case Compatibility: Will an iPhone 13 case fit on the iPhone 14?
Yesterday, Apple held their annual launch event where they revealed the iPhone 14 series and the new Apple Watch Series 8, including the new Ultra model.
If you spent a lot of money on an iPhone last year, there is a good chance you spent a decent amount on a good-quality case to protect it. A quick glance at Casetify, and they want between £50 and £70 for a case, which is not an insignificant cost.
If you are looking to upgrade, you will quite reasonably wonder if you can keep your existing case.
At the moment, there is no definite answer, it is unlikely any case will work from the previous generations, but each model has changed sizes a little differently, and I have covered it in more detail below.
Looking at the height and width, the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro Max have stayed the same or reduced in size. Which would mean you can use the case, but with a bit of wiggle room. The problem is that the depth has increased by 0.1mm or 0.2mm. Looking at the iPhone 12 series, this seems to be a trend with Apple, and it makes you wonder if it is deliberate to make sure that cases become obsolete each generation. That’s potentially a lot of unnecessary plastic waste.
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Is my iPhone 13 case compatible with the iPhone 14?
There is only 1mm difference with the iPhone 14, and everything else is the same. That’s not a lot, but cases should fit perfectly with no wiggle room, so it is likely that the case may not fit properly. But, you may be able to squeeze your phone in there, especially if the case material has stretched a little after a year’s worth of use.
[EDIT] Quite a few brands on Amazon are marketing the iPhone 14 cases as being compatible with iPhone 13. So it looks like your old case may work after all.
- Perfect Fit: designed for iPhone 14/13, this case features precise speaker and port cutouts, responsive buttons; enjoy full functionality, secure fit, and reliable everyday protection
- Anti-Yellowing: made with high-transparency materials and an anti-yellowing coating, it stays clearer than other clear cases after the equivalent of 6 months of use; SGS-tested to resist UV damage and discoloration, showcasing your phone’s original color
- 3X Military Drop Protection: SGS-tested to withstand 11 ft drops, Air Guard corners absorb impacts from every angle; raised screen and camera edges help prevent scratches, while the reinforced back panel delivers durable everyday protection
- Stronger Magnetic Lock: built-in magnets deliver up to 1,500 g of holding force for a stronger connection with MagSafe chargers, car mounts, wallets, power banks, and other accessories; the magnetic alignment ensures fast, reliable wireless charging
- Slim, Lightweight Design: crafted with precision materials and refined details, this case delivers reliable protection in a slim, lightweight profile; smooth edges and premium craftsmanship provide a comfortable grip with a sleek, stylish look
Dimensions:
- iPhone 14: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm
- iPhone 13: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm
- iPhone 12: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm
Is my iPhone 13 Pro case compatible with the iPhone 14 Pro?
With the iPhone 14 Pro, you have no chance. This is listed as being 0.8mm taller and 0.2mm thicker; this is significant when things are manufactured for a perfect fit.
Dimensions:
- iPhone 14 Pro: 147.5 x 71.5 x 7.9 mm
- iPhone 13 Pro : 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm
- iPhone 12 Pro: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm
Is my iPhone 13 Pro Max case compatible with the iPhone 14 Pro Max?
The Pro Max is 5mm narrower but 2mm thicker. Even if you could squeeze the phone in, it is going to have a lot of wiggle room side to side, which will probably get quite annoying.
Dimensions:
- iPhone 14 Pro Max: 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
- iPhone 13 Pro Max: 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.7 mm
- iPhone 12 Pro Max: 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.4 mm
Apple iPhone 14 Plus might fit in an Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
There is no reason why you would upgrade from an Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max to a Apple iPhone 14 Plus, but if there is some scenario where you are wondering if the iPhone 13 Pro Max case might fit the iPhone 14 Plus, then it won’t.
I mistakenly thought it might, there is just 0.1mm difference in depth. However, the camera spec is different which means the camera bump is a different shape.
Featured image source: www.casetify.com
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