Whether you’re looking for wooden, leather, or other biodegradable cell phone cases, check out these premium cell phone cases made in the USA.
American-Made Smartphone Cases
With shopping malls closing all across the United States, those little kiosks that sell millions of cheap phone cases are becoming a thing of the past.
Even if you choose to shop online, why order the same cell phone case that’s the same as everyone else’s?
Instead, embrace your inner rebel and choose a cell phone case made in the USA!
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Why Choose a Made in the USA Cell Phone Case?
The reasons for choosing American-made cell phone cases are plentiful, but can be encompassed in a single thought: They’re the best cell phone cases on the market.
These cases are made with care by independent artists rather than on an assembly line. Product design is paramount both in form and function so you get not only an attractive case that matches your unique personality, but also a great-fitting, protective case. You’ll not always get both of these important qualities when buying phone cases from other parts of the world.
Other Reasons…
Besides that, phone cases made in the USA often are made from durable materials. Some are natural materials such as wood or leather.
You’re also supporting American makers. These are hardworking folks who desire to provide you with a great product and a great shopping experience.
Maybe the best part is that buying made in the USA means you’re helping the environment. You’re doing your part to help eliminate carbon emissions from international transportation. You’re also drastically shortening the supply chain to stay within the U.S.
As you check out the websites of these custom cell phone cases, skim the customer reviews to see what others are saying! They’re likely making a “clear case” for buying American-made!
The Best Cell Phone Cases Made in the USA
Carved
Consider one of these gorgeous phone cases made by Carved in Indiana. Handcrafted using real wood and resin, each of the Carved cases is one-of-a-kind and is made to fit your specific phone. It truly is one of the best tech gifts on the market. Carved provides different options for you to select from, including traditional phone cases or live edge phone cases. You’ll also find corresponding MAG wireless chargers. You'll see a number of cases made for iPhone and the entire Samsung Galaxy S series phones.
- Shop select Carved phone cases on Amazon
Cold Case Gear
Cold Case Gear makes a case that looks more like a pouch for you to store your cell phone in when you’re outdoors. A video shows John, the founder, dropping the case in snow, ice, water, and sand, with the phone remaining undisturbed in the case. They’re made in Seattle, Washington, using a mix of NASA-level materials and advanced manufacturing techniques to make them waterproof, fully submersible for 30 minutes, and safe in extremely cold or hot temperatures. It fits plus-size phones without a case or smaller phones with cases. The Cold Case Gear comes with a lifetime warranty.
- Shop Cold Case Gear on Amazon
Culley + Co.
Culley + Co. makes iPhone cases that are inspired by the East Coast beach life. These cases are super strong and showcase a variety of fun, whimsical designs. Many of these designs reflect the nautical life. Good luck choosing just one!
JIMMYCASE
The JIMMYCASE iPhone case is made in East LA, California. Each phone case is a combination of a wooden phone case and a wide elastic pocket to hold cards and/or cash securely. Choose from mahogany or maple wood with several finishes, and also choose from a variety of elastic holders. The JIMMYCASE team of artisans is handcrafting cases one at a time in the order they came in. Orders ship in approximately 5-7 business days. These are made for iPhones, including the Pro Max series. Some of the best sellers continue to be cases made for the iPhone XS!
- Shop the JIMMYCASE Amazon shop.
Kasemakers
Kasemakers makes wooden phone cases in Tampa, Florida. These cases are made from real wood and are MagSafe-compatible. They’re slim and streamlined for a nice fit on your phone. Each case includes a dual-rubber surround and a micro-suede lining. Shown is the Rosewood with a clear oil finish. Shop for either the iPhone or Android, which includes the Pixel or Galaxy. Receive free shipping on domestic orders.
Kerf
Kerf is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a place that once was at the center of American steel production. Today, Pittsburgh is a revitalized technology-centered city, and Kerf is proudly established in the middle of it all. The Kerf Case is made from natural wood that’s sustainably sourced locally. Often, it comes from damaged local trees. You’ll find solid wood cases for the iPhone, the Google Pixel, and Samsung Galaxy S. Each case is made-to-order to your phone’s specifications. Each case features a slim profile and an ultra-suede lining. Receive free shipping on orders of $100 or more.
Oberon Design
Oberon Design handcrafts gorgeous leather phone cases in Santa Rosa, California, using leather that’s been tanned responsibly in the Midwest. The company has been making leather goods since its founder opened the shop in 1967. The iPhone leather phone case is artisan designed and tooled; each one is a work of art! The case is slim, light, and works with wireless chargers. Choose from a variety of colors and designs, along with your specific iPhone model.
Raptic Terrain Case
Raptic makes its Terrain cases in California from biodegradable plastic. While normal plastics take hundreds of years to begin to biodegrade, Raptic phone cases will fully biodegrade within a single year. While each compostable case is safe for the environment, it’s also very strong, having been military tested to be safe from as high as 10 feet. The Terrain has a clear back to show off your iPhone 13, 13 Pro, or 13 Pro Max. This case comes with a lifetime warranty when ordered through the Raptic website. Note: Only the Terrain case is made in the USA. Other phone case options from Raptic are made elsewhere.
Red Clouds Collective
Located in Portland, Oregon, Red Clouds Collective handmakes leather phone wallet cases. These are cases in that they store your iPhone (many models available), but they’re not built for frequent removal of your phone. Still, who can resist a wallet case handmade from leather?! Called “theGOODbook,” this bifold wallet stores your phone on one side and a small removable notebook (or sketch book) on the other side. It also has space for two credit cards. Choose from veg tan in different colors: walnut, saddle tan, or shown, black.
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Screen Protector from Armorsuit
ArmorSuit, located in California, has been in business since 2010. This company makes Military Shields, or screen protectors, for your iPhone, Cricket phone, Google Pixel phone, Samsung phone, and T-Mobile phone. It uses the same protective film material used to protect military aircraft, helicopters, and space shuttles. The protective shields are made from five layers of materials that include an anti-fingerprint coating, an anti-oil coating, and a scratch-resistant coating. It comes with a lifetime warranty. Shown is the ArmorSuit Military Shield screen protector for the Samsung S23 Ultra. Note: ArmorSuit’s tempered glass and the Dry Shield come from China. Its skins, wet screen protectors, and custom orders are made in the USA.
- Shop ArmorSuit on Amazon
WUDN
Pronounced “wooden,” WUDN makes its iPhone cases in Idaho. The company sustainably sources its wood, then makes some beautiful cases to wrap your phone in. Then WUDN gives it a Sure Grip surface so it won’t slip from your hands. Choose a wood species, and if you want an engraved design, select from a number of different options. Shown is WUDN’s biker mountain scene that is engraved on a walnut background.
- Shop select WUDN phone cases onAmazon
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