Printed and Pattern Cases

A design on the back of your phone

A printed case carries a pattern or picture across the back: flowers, stripes, animals, or a bold repeat that turns a plain phone into something of your own. It suits anyone who wants a phone that looks like theirs at a glance, and a printed case changes the look completely for far less than a new phone. Most are as slim as a plain case, because the design is flat.

What the cases here are like

The printed and pattern cases here today include a spring flower print in a choice of six colours, a black and white floral on soft TPU with a textured, pebbled finish that is easy to grip, and a striped turtle design on a shockproof bumper case. They are made for iPhones across a wide spread of models, from older phones to the newest, and each lists the models it fits, so choose yours from the list on the product page.

How to choose

• The pattern. A busy, dark print hides scuffs and marks well. A pale one shows more of the phone's life, but looks fresh for longer if you clean it often.
• The case underneath. Soft TPU grips the hand and absorbs knocks. A shockproof bumper adds thicker edges for drops. A hard shell is slimmer but slippier. The guide to case materials explains each.
• The finish. A textured finish like the pebbled floral one is easier to hold and hides fingerprints. A smooth gloss makes colours brighter.
• The fit. Each case is made for particular models. Check the cut-outs for your camera and buttons on the product page photographs.

Questions people ask about printed and pattern cases

Will the pattern fade or rub off?

Printed designs last best when the phone does not share a pocket with keys and coins. To clean the case, take the phone out and wipe it with a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth. Apple's cleaning advice warns against household cleaners, solvents and abrasive cloths, which can wear a print as well as a phone.

Is there a pattern for more than one phone?

Many patterns come in a long list of models, so a family or a couple can each have the same design on different phones.

What if I want something cuter or shinier?

For animals and hearts, see cute cases. For sparkle, see glitter cases. For the early-2000s look, see Y2K cases. For plain colour and clean lines, see silicone and soft cases.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery is included in every price and tracked to your door. Each product page says when that case usually arrives, so check it before ordering for a set date.

More to look at

• Cute cases
• Glitter cases
• Y2K cases
• Silicone and soft cases
• Aesthetic style
• Guide: How to choose a phone case: the UK buying guide
• Guide: Phone case materials: silicone, TPU, polycarbonate and leather