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Does the iPhone 16e need a screen protector?
As noted in our iPhone 16e review, it's worth equipping Apple's latest phone with a reliable screen protector.
The iPhone 16e's previous-generation Ceramic Shield glass display is less durable than the screens of the best iPhones, and even the flagship iPhone 16 models are susceptible to accidental damage.
We highly recommend screen protectors as an accessory for any new smartphone purchase. They're relatively affordable and convenient compared to the cost and hassle of screen repairs or replacement.
Our extensive testing of the best iPhone cases broadly demonstrates that it's also worth adding a case to the phone for comprehensive protection. See our guide to the best iPhone 16e cases.
Will an iPhone 16 screen protector fit the iPhone 16e?
While the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16e are listed with 6.1-inch screens, the iPhone 16e is slightly shorter and has thicker bezels than the iPhone 16. As such, a screen protector for the iPhone 16 will not properly fit the iPhone 16e, and vice versa.
See our guide to the best iPhone 16 screen protectors for the flagship phone and our iPhone 16 review or iPhone 16e vs. iPhone 16 guide for comparative analysis.
What should I look for in an iPhone 16 screen protector?
Several factors informed our selections and should guide your decision in purchasing an iPhone 16 screen protector. For instance, our top picks are all made of tempered glass rather than plastic, as glass models have proven to be more durable and scratch-resistant in our testing experience.
It's also essential that a screen protector comes with an installation tool or kit, as each of our picks does, to ensure proper application without incident. In particular, Spigen's GlasTR EZ Fit model has the easiest installation kit we've tested.
My iPhone 16 Pro Max screen already cracked just one month after getting it. I know it comes with Ceramic Shield but clearly that’s not enough. I used a cheap screen protector and now I really regret it.
After spending so much on the phone, I’m definitely not putting one of those low quality 3 pack protectors on it again. I’m looking for the best iPhone 16 Pro Max screen protector something high quality, easy to install and that doesn’t interfere with Face ID.
I’m also open to privacy screen protector options, but only if they don’t make the screen too dark, affect clarity, or mess with touch sensitivity.
If you’ve found a screen protector for the iPhone 16 Pro Max or iPhone 16 Pro that actually holds up please share the name and your experience with it. I’d really appreciate the recommendation just trying to avoid another expensive mistake.
Suggest me best screen protector for iphone 16 pro max
Hello everyone! Hope you’re enjoying your new phones.
In my admittedly limited experience with third party accessories in the past, I’ve found Apple’s own cases to provide the best experience.
So I’m wondering whether there are brands that I haven’t tried yet that might potentially be better than Apple’s own cases.
Which brands should I look into for the best cases and screen protectors for a 16 Pro?
And which brands are you personally using for the 16 series of phones?
I would appreciate any and every recommendation. Thank you!
Hi,
iPhone 16 Pro Max on the way ... I have read a lot of topics on here about screen protectors. This is what I found out so far:
Spigen EZ Fit: has currently problems with sticking on the edges, bad customer support
ZAGG: expensive and some report problems
Belkin: expensive and collects dust like crazy
Torras: black borders around
ESR: Rainbow effects, sharp edges
Flolab: Has problems with the slightly curved screens and the bezels (they said update is coming soon)
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So right now I am not even sure what the current situation is with these protectors. They range from 5$ to 50$ a piece and they seem to get updated in the next couple of weeks because they had problems with apples thinner borders.
What is the current best bang/buck screen protector for 16 Pro (Max)?
EDIT: Please don't recommend brands or modells of protectors you use on your iphone 15s or 14s or so on because we are talking about 16 Pro (Max) here ... It seems that companies have troubles with the new 16 (!) model specs.