The 10 Best Mag Safe Phone Grips for Your Butter Fingers (2026) | WIRED

Overview

The best Mag Safe phone grips are basically necessities at this point. Once you start using a grip, it's hard to go back. They just offer such security, especially in this world of phones growing ever larger and sleeker. They can help prevent you from dropping your fancy glass screen on the ground (or worse, on your face), and they also add some visual flair to a device that might otherwise look exactly the same as all the others. The grips often double as kickstands, too—all the better to prop up your phone while you watch You Tube over dinner.

The grips in this guide are designed to be used with Apple's Mag Safe technology (or compatible cases). They're easy to take on and off, with a secure hold that stays until you dictate otherwise. We've tested these grips in our day-to-day lives and are always checking out more.

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Read our Mag Safe guides for additional recommendations, including the Best Mag Safe Wallets, Best Mag Safe Wireless Chargers, Best Mag Safe Accessories, Best Mag Safe Power Banks, Best 3-in-1 Apple Chargers, and Best i Phone 17 Cases.

Updated April 2026: We've reformatted portions of this guide, checked for accuracy throughout, and added new grips from Burga and Pop Sockets.

Mag Safe is Apple's magnetic technology built into the i Phone 12, i Phone 13, i Phone 14, i Phone 15, i Phone 16, and i Phone 17 lineups, as well as the i Phone Air (the i Phone SE and i Phone 16e are excluded). It consists of a ring of magnets on the back of the phone designed for a faster, more precise wireless charging system. But these magnets also opened up the ability to attach different kinds of accessories, like wallets and power banks. It even makes docking an i Phone to a car mount easier.

If you use a case on your i Phone, make sure it comes with Mag Safe support (you'll see a ring of magnets on the inside). That way, the Mag Safe accessories will have a proper connection. Otherwise, if you use a non-Mag Safe case, the accessories will likely slide off due to a weak connection.

If you need a recommendation for a great Mag Safe case, we have plenty in our guides:

If you want a magnetic grip, make sure it supports Mag Safe or Qi 2, or at least mentions magnets on the product page. All the recommendations here are Mag Safe grips.

Most Android phones are incompatible with Mag Safe grips. But there are magnetic cases available for top Android phone models enabling Mag Safe-like functionality. You can find WIRED-tested magnetic cases for select Android phones here.

Over the coming years, thanks to the new Qi 2 wireless charging standard that incorporates the Magnetic Power Profile, you'll start seeing more high-end Android phones embed magnets inside the device. Google already has Qi 2 devices with the Pixel 10 range. That will allow greater compatibility with Mag Safe accessories with or without a magnetic case. The road is bumpy, though. Samsung's latest Galaxy S26 range, for example, are “Qi 2 Ready,” meaning you can only access Qi 2 charging speeds and features with a magnet case. Hopefully, manufacturers will add native magnet support soon.

Mag Safe grips are hardly the only type of phone grips available. There are four main other types of grips you can buy.

Cases with attached grips. These are cases with a grip attached to the back. You get a strong and durable grip that will never fall off, but the trade-off is a thicker phone, and these cases typically are incompatible with wireless charging and may not work with other Mag Safe accessories.

Clamp-style grips. Also called universal phone grips, these clamp to a phone so you can easily take them on and off, and they're not limited to a particular kind of phone. The downside is they're not the fastest to take on and off, and they can sometimes slide up and down the phone.

Adhesive grips. You can stick a phone grip to the back of your phone or case, and while this will typically give you a well-attached grip that likely won't fall off your phone, the downsides are similar to cases with attached grips. It may block features like wireless charging and restrict you from using other accessories. These grips can also be difficult to remove when you're ready—some have swappable tops, but they don't necessarily allow for easy mixing and matching with different phone cases.

Mag Safe grips. These grips are all about convenience. You can easily take them on and off, but they only work with devices or cases with built-in magnets. While you can dangle a phone from a Mag Safe grip without issue, additional force could cause the magnets to separate and fling your phone to the ground.

Each Mag Safe grip in this guide is one we used as a primary phone grip for weeks or months at a time. We make sure they snap securely to an i Phone or Mag Safe case, and we also ensure they provide a comfortable hold for long periods and are durable enough to withstand drops and heavy use. We use the phone as we normally would—scrolling through social media, Face Timing with friends, and sending texts and emails—and evaluate the grip to see if it gets in the way or makes life easier.

Best Phone Grip Overall Photograph: Louryn Strampe Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Pop Sockets Phone Grip

I've been using Pop Sockets for years. The company was the first to popularize the phone grip, and in my opinion, still makes the best in the business. There are a frankly staggering number of designs to choose from, ranging from simple, no-nonsense pucks to limited-edition collaborations that make your phone look unique. I love the way the Crystal Heart looks, though some other options make better kickstands. The Mag Safe grips are easy to pop on and off when I need to charge my phone wirelessly or mount it in my car. They're easy to clean, and they last for years. They're also comfortable to hold. It's hard to do better than this if you just want a solid Mag Safe phone grip. —Louryn Strampe

Best Kickstand and Grip Combo Photograph: Jacob Roach Courtesy of Benks Chevron Chevron Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Benks Armor Pop Magnetic Phone Grip

This little Benks grip is an old favorite. I previously included the Magnetic Ring Holder grip from Benks, but there's a new version under the Armor Pop brand. How's it better? It has an aramid fiber build, which is the fancy name for tough synthetic fibers like Kevlar. It works similarly to a Pop Socket, but Benks adds a strap in the middle of the ring to slide your finger through. Around the edge, you get a metal ring that doubles as a stand, and it works shockingly well in portrait and landscape mode, even without rotating the grip. —Jacob Roach

A Double-Jointed Mag Safe Grip Photograph: Brenda Stolyar Save to wishlist Save to wishlist ESRMag Safe Ring Holder (Halo Lock)

This is one of the most unique grips we've tested. The ring is more rectangular than circular, which took me a while to get used to. But ESR thought of all the details. The inner portion of the ring has a smooth, rubber lining that makes it much more comfortable to hold for longer periods. It also has a dual-joint design with two rings connected. The first acts as a grip and stand for landscape mode, but you can pull the second out to use as a portrait-mode kickstand. That ladder-like design comes in handy for Face Time calls, especially while on the couch or at my kitchen counter. I also use it to keep my phone propped up on my desk throughout the day. —Brenda Stolyar

Best Power Bank and Grip Combo Photograph: Simon Hill Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Baseus Pico Go Qi 2 Mag Safe Power Bank$50 Best Buy Mag Safe power banks are great for wirelessly charging on the go, but they can also feel unwieldy. This one comes with a grip that makes it easier to hold your phone while it's charging. It also rotates 360 degrees, so you can prop it up in portrait or landscape orientation. The magnets on the power bank are strong, so it has a durable hold too. The power bank itself has a 5,000-m Ah battery and is Qi 2-certified. That means it supports the latest wireless charging standard and can dish out faster wireless charging speeds. It can supply 15 watts wirelessly and 20 watts wired (via a USB-C cable). LEDs on the side show how much battery is left. —Jacob Roach

Mag Safe power banks are great for wirelessly charging on the go, but they can also feel unwieldy. This one comes with a grip that makes it easier to hold your phone while it's charging. It also rotates 360 degrees, so you can prop it up in portrait or landscape orientation. The magnets on the power bank are strong, so it has a durable hold too. The power bank itself has a 5,000-m Ah battery and is Qi 2-certified. That means it supports the latest wireless charging standard and can dish out faster wireless charging speeds. It can supply 15 watts wirelessly and 20 watts wired (via a USB-C cable). LEDs on the side show how much battery is left. —Jacob Roach

Best Mag Safe Grip for Big Fingers Photograph: Jacob Roach Courtesy of Spigen Chevron Chevron Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Spigen Nano Pop Grip

Spigen's Nano Pop is a basic grip, but it still feels well-made. A thick ring of silicone surrounds the magnets, which slides into and out of your hands with ease, and the large, sturdy metal ring at the center can function as a grip or even a kickstand—though, only in landscape mode. Don’t let the dull Black Sesame color I tried fool you. Spigen offers a handful of unique, expressive hues, including Mango Yellow, Coconut Beige, and my personal favorite, Blueberry Navy. —Jacob Roach

The Swiss Army Knife of Mag Safe Grips Photograph: Jacob Roach Courtesy of Aulumu Chevron Chevron Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Aulumu G05 Air 5-in-1

Aulumu says the G05 Air is a five-in-one accessory, serving as a grip, stand, angle measurement tool, fidget toy, and box opener. That’s giving the G05 a little more functionality than it actually has, but it’s still a great grip. It’s constructed out of aluminum with a thick metal kickstand, and as much as I rolled my eyes at the fidget spinner claim, the G05 has been sitting in front of my keyboard for weeks to mindlessly fiddle with during meetings.

The star of the show is the ceramic box opener. It's small with a dull point, but it slices through packing tape and letters like butter. I assumed the G05 was little more than a gimmick, but I can't stop using it. —Jacob Roach

A Soft Nylon Mag Safe Grip Photograph: Jacob Roach Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Smartish Quickstand$25 Amazon The Smartish Quickstand is simple, and that’s exactly why it’s so great. Instead of a bulky Pop Socket-like grip, the Quickstand uses a soft, highly flexible piece of nylon. With most grips, I usually need to involve my other hand to get everything set up, but I can wrap my hand around the Quickstand, slide my finger through the nylon strap, and I’m good to go. Outside of the nylon strap, the Quickstand has a hinge at the top so you can use it as an impromptu stand. Like most Mag Safe grips, the stand works better in landscape mode than portrait mode, but it still works. —Jacob Roach

The Smartish Quickstand is simple, and that’s exactly why it’s so great. Instead of a bulky Pop Socket-like grip, the Quickstand uses a soft, highly flexible piece of nylon. With most grips, I usually need to involve my other hand to get everything set up, but I can wrap my hand around the Quickstand, slide my finger through the nylon strap, and I’m good to go. Outside of the nylon strap, the Quickstand has a hinge at the top so you can use it as an impromptu stand. Like most Mag Safe grips, the stand works better in landscape mode than portrait mode, but it still works. —Jacob Roach

A Mag Safe Grip That Has Room for More Accessories Photograph: Jacob Roach Save to wishlist Save to wishlistohsnap! Snap Grip 5

A Mag Safe Grip That Has Room for More Accessories

The Oh Snap! Snap Grip 5 makes a big change compared to the Snap Grip 4 Luxe: It has magnets on the outer surface, allowing you to attach other Mag Safe accessories on top of it and even charge your phone through the grip. Combined with a flexible design that lets you hold your phone in a Pop Socket-like two-finger or single-finger grip, and a stand that holds your phone upright in landscape mode, the Snap Grip 5 does it all.

It’s solid, but the magnet situation isn’t perfect. Although it’s easy enough to detach the grip from a naked phone, you may run into issues with cases and other external accessories. With some phone cases, the Snap Grip 5 locks on and refuses to let go; with others, the grip comes off quickly and stays attached to external accessories. Still, the Snap Grip 5 is simple, functional, thin, and comes in a wide variety of chic colors. —Jacob Roach

Best Grip and Mount Combo Photograph: Louryn Strampe Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Pop Sockets Mag Safe Suck-Up Grip and Mount

The Pop Sockets Grip and Mount has little suction cups on the back that can adhere to flat, smooth surfaces like mirrors or windows. I've had trouble getting it to stick on anything with much more texture than that, but your mileage may vary. It works well as a grip, and it's also nice for snapping group photos or recording clips for Tik Tok. Some users have reported minimal suction power, but I've experienced the opposite: the mount is so stuck to the surface that I have to remove my phone before prying it off. Whenever I use an accessory like this, I accept the risk that my phone might fall. But I have yet to experience that with this mount, and I like the squishy texture when it's not stuck to the wall. Er, mirror. —Louryn Strampe

Best-Looking Phone Ring Photograph: Louryn Strampe Save to wishlist Save to wishlist Burga Magnetic Ring Holder$35 Burga As I stated elsewhere in this story, I'm a Pop Sockets loyalist. I like what I like! And I've never liked a phone ring, at least not until I tried this option from Burga. The company sells coordinating cases and accessories, but these magnetic rings look great on their own, with a minimalist footprint and a sleek metal ring that can be rotated fully around the base. They're stylish, but not flashy, and I like that they're sturdy enough to grip but aren't so bulky that my phone has a giant lump on it. The grip just feels very upscale and luxurious compared to some others I've tested, and it doesn't have an eye-watering price tag. And while a lot of the patterns skew toward the feminine aesthetic, there are plenty of more neutral and masculine options to check out. If you want a phone ring that doesn't scream “cheap” or “tactical bro” these might be up your alley. —Louryn Strampe

As I stated elsewhere in this story, I'm a Pop Sockets loyalist. I like what I like! And I've never liked a phone ring, at least not until I tried this option from Burga. The company sells coordinating cases and accessories, but these magnetic rings look great on their own, with a minimalist footprint and a sleek metal ring that can be rotated fully around the base. They're stylish, but not flashy, and I like that they're sturdy enough to grip but aren't so bulky that my phone has a giant lump on it. The grip just feels very upscale and luxurious compared to some others I've tested, and it doesn't have an eye-watering price tag. And while a lot of the patterns skew toward the feminine aesthetic, there are plenty of more neutral and masculine options to check out. If you want a phone ring that doesn't scream “cheap” or “tactical bro” these might be up your alley. —Louryn Strampe

Spigen OM104 Mag Safe Phone Grip: The OM104 is a phone/grip combo accessory for Mag Safe and Qi 2 devices that comes with a flexible nylon strap to slide your finger through while holding your phone. Dual magnets and a robust metal construction make the OM104 feel like money well spent, and even after hours of sliding my finger in and out of the strap, it still feels soft, flexible, and most importantly, comfortable. It has one annoying design oversight. As you slide your phone in and out of your pocket, the nylon strap will start to droop down. The strap is longer than the grip itself, so when you close the kickstand, it’ll get pinched inside and won’t allow the stand to fully close. It’s comfortable to use, but that quibble knocks it down.

Casely Mag Ring: Unlike other metal grips we've tested, Casely's Mag Ring is made of soft silicone. We find it more comfortable on the fingers. It also has a 360-degree swivel, so you can position the grip at virtually any angle. This is strictly a grip, so you can't use it as a kickstand. Since the grip doesn't fold in, your phone won't lie fully flat on a surface. We also tested the Mag Ring+, which comes with a ring clip for attaching your keys. That comes in handy for quick trips to the grocery store or when you go to the gym and need a place to put your car keys and key fob. But Jacob prefers the standard Mag Ring, since he typically carries his keys in his pocket or bag. Casely has a few variations of the Mag Ring and Mag Ring+ in stock, but it appears to be on its last legs.

Smartish Wallflower: It isn’t perfect, but we still love it. The Smartish Wallflower comes with seven small suction cups that look like a flower, allowing you to attach your phone to a wall (or any other surface) and leave it be. It mostly works, but it largely depends on how heavy your phone is and what surface you’re attaching it to. We didn’t have issues with an i Phone 17 and drywall, but the i Phone 15 Pro Max attached to a particleboard cabinet was too heavy for the grip to manage.

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Key Takeaways

• The best Mag Safe phone grips are basically necessities at this point
• The grips in this guide are designed to be used with Apple's Mag Safe technology (or compatible cases)
• Read our Mag Safe guides for additional recommendations, including the Best Mag Safe Wallets, Best Mag Safe Wireless Chargers, Best Mag Safe Accessories, Best Mag Safe Power Banks, Best 3-in-1 Apple Chargers, and Best i Phone 17 Cases
• Updated April 2026: We've reformatted portions of this guide, checked for accuracy throughout, and added new grips from Burga and Pop Sockets
• Mag Safe is Apple's magnetic technology built into the i Phone 12, i Phone 13, i Phone 14, i Phone 15, i Phone 16, and i Phone 17 lineups, as well as the i Phone Air (the i Phone SE and i Phone 16e are excluded)