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The best Samsung Galaxy Note 10 thin cases

The Galaxy Note 10 is a few years old now, but still worth the investment in durable protection.
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Published onJuly 16, 2021

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The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 is a large phone with almost no bezels for its big 6.3-inch display. While it’s important to keep the phone safe, no one wants to add even more bulk to an already big phone. Luckily, there are a lot of great options that are protective but thin. Here are the best thin Samsung Galaxy Note 10 cases you can get.

Looking for more ways to keep your phone safe and get the most out of it? Don’t forget to check out our guide for the best case brands to look at and mobile accessories you can get!

The best thin Galaxy Note 10 cases:

Editor’s note: We’ll be updating this list of the best Galaxy Note 10 thin cases regularly as new ones launch.

Spigen Liquid Air Armor

spigen liquid air armor

The Air Armor is an excellent thin and light case from Spigen that’s form-fitted to maintain a slim profile. A patterned back with an anti-slip matte finish helps with the grip, and it utilizes air cushion technology for impact resistance. A slightly raised lip keeps the display and rear camera safe as well.

Speck Presidio Grip

speck presidio grip

The Speck Presidio Grip combines a polycarbonate outer shell and an impact-absorbing inner material to keep the phone safe. Angled rubber ridges on the back add to the grip and stop the phone from sliding off surfaces. Raised bezels around the screen, covered buttons, reinforced corners, and Microban antimicrobial technology (that reduces bacteria by 99%) add to the protective capabilities of the case.

Spigen Rugged Armor

best thin samsung galaxy note 10 case - spigen rugged armor

The Spigen Rugged Armor is one of the best thin cases you can buy for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10. It offers excellent protection without adding too much bulk or thickness by utilizing air cushion technology and a spider-web pattern inside for shock dispersion. A raised lip keeps the display, camera, and fingerprint scanner safe, and you also get covered buttons.

Caseology Parallax

caseology parallax

The Caseology Parallax features a dual-layer design that combines TPU and polycarbonate materials into a slim cover that barely adds any bulk to the phone. The geometric design on the back adds a touch of style, and the textured finish helps with the grip. You get covered buttons, precise cutouts for everything else, and a raised lip around the display and rear camera setup.

ESR metal kickstand case

esr thin case with sturdy metal kickstand

If you’re looking for a thin case that offers the convenience of a built-in kickstand, this ESR case is for you. The flexible TPU case comes with a raised lip and reinforced corners. The metal kickstand is sturdy and lets you prop up the phone in landscape and portrait orientations, and allows you to change the viewing angle.

Encased Duraclip

encased duraclip with belt clip and holster

Belt clip holsters are usually available with rugged cases. If you’re looking for this convenient accessory for the Galaxy Note 10 with a thin case, the Encased Duraclip is for you. It has a patterned back and rubberized finish that adds to the grip. The holster holds the phone securely in place, and you can rotate it. The case also comes with a built-in kickstand that lets you prop the phone up in both orientations.

Spigen Thin Fit

spigen thin fit

The Spigen Thin Fit isn’t the most protective case on this list but is ideal for those who don’t want to add any bulk to the phone. Precise cutouts are available for easy access to all ports, buttons, and features. Covered corners help with drop protection, and a slightly raised lip keeps the display and rear camera safe.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 LED back case

official samsung LED back cover

The Samsung LED back cover is a slim polycarbonate case that does a decent job of keeping the phone safe. Giving the case its name are the LEDs spread across the back of the cover that notifies you of incoming calls, messages, and more. It also shows a countdown before a photo is taken or simply provides a fun light show when the phone is turned over.

UAG Plasma

uag plasma - best thin but rugged galaxy note 10 case

The UAG Plasma is a feather-light case for the Galaxy Note 10 that combines a hard outer shell and an impact-resistant core. A raised rubber lip and reinforced corners add to the protection as well. The case meets MIL-STD 810G-516.6 drop-test standards but is thin enough to let you use mobile payments. It’s not the thinnest case on this list but offers more protection than most.

See also: The best UAG cases


That concludes this roundup of some of the best thin cases currently available for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10! Looking for more options? Don’t forget to check out our roundups of the best clear, rugged, cheap, leather, wallet, and the best overall cases for the phone.

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