Best Steam Deck case 2026

The Jsaux Steam Deck carrying case takes the top spot in our guide because it offers a great balance of protection, storage, and portability – at an affordable price. This upgraded version is the latest in a series of great Steam Deck cases from Jsaux and is just slightly bigger and more expensive than its previous model.

That extra bulk not only gets you lots of storage but also means this case is compatible with a wide range of handhelds. It will fit the Steam Deck LCD and Steam Deck OLED, Asus ROG Ally X, and Xbox Ally X, though it won’t stretch to fitting the Lenovo Legion Go.

Both the capacity and features on offer are impressive. When you unzip the rugged Jsaux case, you find a handy mesh pocket for storing extra MicroSD cards. This section also doubles as a built-in stand so that you can prop up the handheld on long journeys on flights or trains and carry on playing (provided you bring your own controller). Beneath this is a roomy storage compartment with enough room for all your Steam Deck accessories. For any of our readers in the UK, the larger Steam Deck charger with a UK plug will fit inside comfortably.

All of these storage features come at no compromise to safety. The thick, flexible EVA shell ensures protection from accidental drops or bumps, while the tough outer fabric looks smart and resists scratches and other wear well.

Read my full Jsaux Carrying Case review for more information.

If you want a protective way to transport your Steam Deck or other handheld, but also want room for a few extras, the Tomtoc Steam Deck carrying case is a great option. With enough room for your Deck, its charger, some earbuds, a mouse, and much more, you can carry your whole Steam Deck setup in one.

What’s more, if you keep your setup simple, this Steam Deck bag can be used to carry more general travel extras, such as a bottle of water, travel documents, and more, saving you from having to carry a separate bag for all these other travel essentials.

Made from tough and waterproof fabric, the shoulder bag includes an adjustable-length strap and has an insert for the main compartment that adds extra padding for your handheld. You can add this when traveling with your Steam Deck or remove it if you’re using the bag for other devices or traveling without your handheld.

Crucially, the flexible, large-capacity nature of this case means you can fit your Steam Deck in it even when your handheld already has a close-fitting protective shell around it. With the Jsaux case, this isn’t as doable.

At $50, this isn’t a cheap option, but it’s well-made and a really convenient do-it-all option for those that actually take their handheld out and about.

Spigen’s Rugged Armor case is a well-design and affordable shell case for Steam Deck. It’s not a carrying case, but a flexible wraparound design with an attached wrist strap that will help to prevent accidental drops. This is the best choice if you want a Steam Deck case you can leave on, as you don’t have to remove it while charging or downloading games.

Spigen’s case leaves plenty of room for the Deck’s cooling solution ensuring it will remain snug but not toasty. There’s a very thoughtful cutout for the USB port which allows for right-angle USB-C connectors which are great for longevity. Crucially, it also fits inside Valve’s included case, if you weren’t looking to buy a new one.

The case unfortunately doesn’t have a kickstand like the Geekria product below, which may or may not be important to your preferred mode of play. There is a lack of protection on the front of the device but given the wrist strap, this is a reasonable concession as it helps keep the case slim.

Dbrand is renowned for its high-quality wraps for electronic devices, including making the best Steam Deck skin. They wrap around your device snugly to keep it safe from scratches and dents. The Project Killswitch, though, takes things a lot further.

Along with a front skin for the Deck, Project Killswitch includes a rugged backplate with textured grips for extra comfort, a detachable front case, screen protectors, stick grips, and a detachable kickstand, making it an incredibly versatile option that provides loads of protection.

The main downside to the Project Killswitch case is that you will need to additionally purchase an adaptor if you plan on using a Steam Deck dock, as the shape of the case gets in the way of some of the handheld ports. It’s also quite expensive, but y0u don’t have to buy it all at once, with the “essential kit” version of the case just including the backplate, skin, and kickstand.

The ModCase lives up to its name by offering several ways to modify its exterior. This hard case comes with a watch-like strap for the back, along with a metal stand, both of which can be removed when not needed.

You can also buy the case in kits that include a docking station or power bank that attach to the back of the case, making it super versatile option overall.

All this and the case itself offers complete protection, with the thick, flexible backplate protecting the back at all times, and the detachable front hard case protecting the front when the Deck is in a bag.

The more elaborate versionf of this case that include a battery pack or dock are more expensive, but the standard version with the kickstand and strap are just $29.99.

The Jsaux Kickstand Case does exactly what its name suggests, providing your Steam Deck with a protective case that includes a kickstand. With it being a case that only covers the back of the handheld, we’d call it a backplate more than a case, but the function is the important part, not the name.

The sides of the case are made from TPU, which is a tough, slightly flexible material that makes it easy to push the Steam Deck into the case where it remains secure. The case then protects the sides and back but leaves the front of the handheld exposed, along with its triggers. This makes for great accessibility of the controls, but means you’ll probably want to invest in a screen protector at the very least.

The kickstand flips down from the back and can be deployed at four different angles, making it easy to setup the Steam Deck in a variety of ways. For under $20, this is a great choice for those primarily wanting a little extra drop protection and kickstand convenience.

Let’s be clear, a Steam Deck skin isn’t at all a replacement for a proper Steam Deck case. However, if you’re happy with the included Steam Deck case or use any sort of case that doesn’t stay attached to the Deck, a skin can help provide that little bit of extra protection from scratches, all while adding a bit of a personal touch.

Dbrand is the king of skins, making excellent-quality covers for all sorts of devices, and its Steam Deck skins are no different. They’re easy to fit, don’t leave behind a residue when removed, and come in a vast array of fun designs. We’ve shown the Nintendo Switch-style one here, but there are ones that show what the insides of the Deck look like, add a faur carbon fiber look, or just add a touch of color.

The simpler designs start at just $19.95, but more expensive options start at $29.95. This also only gets you a front skin, the Deluxe Kit adding a back skin and top edge skin for a total of $49.95.

Even with a skin, your Deck won’t be protected from hard falls – and you’ll probably want to get a Steam Deck screen protector too – but to help ensure your Deck stays looking as pristine and scratch-free as possible, they’re a great investment.