The best MagSafe wallets for card and cash storage: Expert tested

Journey's Ezmo MagSafe wallet is the perfect balance of style and function with enough space to hold 5 cards -- the most on this list. The Ezmo wallet also doubles as a phone stand, so you can watch your favorite entertainment on the go or keep your phone screen visible at your desk. The stand has adjustable viewing angles in both portrait and landscape modes.

It's made of vegan leather and comes in four traditional color options (black, dark brown, navy blue, and dove gray). The Ezmo MagSafe wallet also features a protective lining to safeguard your cards' information with RFID technology while preventing your cards from becoming demagnetized.

I tested the Ezmo wallet for several weeks during my everyday life, including my commute from NJ to NYC. When I evaluate MagSafe wallets, I'm always looking for easy and seamless access to my NJ Transit card, which I need to grab and put away quickly. Thanks to the notch on the front of the Ezmo wallet, I can store my transit card (certainly my most used card) in the front. It's easy to slide out, so if you're looking for a commuter-friendly wallet, I highly recommend choosing one with a front notch option. 

I also like how the Ezmo MagSafe wallet provides enough space for 5 cards and even folded cash. It's perfect for holding my debit card, work badge, and other incidentals like paper train tickets. I don't often keep my driver's license or credit card in my phone wallet while going to work, but I like that I had the option if I need or want to for another event or activity.  

The phone stand was nice, too. I enjoyed being able to prop my phone up while at the office. I even found myself using the back half of the wallet as a makeshift grip on the train, which added some extra stability. Although it's one of the priciest options on this list, I think it's well worth the investment due to its multi-functionality and excellent quality, especially if you'll use your MagSafe wallet everyday. The Ezmo wallet is also available in a tracking version -- the LOC8 MagSafe Finder Wallet and Stand -- if you're prone to losing things frequently. 

Current users on the Journey website said they liked the slim profile, smart design, larger card capacity, and sleek material -- so much so that the wallet has a 5/5 star rating online, with one customer noting that it "does it all really well."

Journey Ezmo wallet and phone stand features: Multi-functional | RFID protection | Built-in lock to prevent card slippage | Dimensions: 66 mm x 102.5 mm x 12.5 mm | Card capacity: Up to 5 cards

The Clckr is the ultimate multi-tasker wallet, and is perfect for the person who loves to run out the door with nothing else in hand. Not only is the Clckr slim and stylish in design and comes in lavender or black, but it stores up to two cards securely. 

When former ZDNET associate editor Christina Darby tested the Clckr, she noted that the cardholder slot kept her cards secure but easy to access when needed. Darby wished it could fit just one more card, but she reported that other features make up for it. 

Coupled with this wallet's practicality is its top-tier multi-functionality. "Without adding any extra bulk, the cardholder has a foldable strip down the middle that, when clicked into place, acts as a kickstand or phone grip. Thanks to the powerful 3500 G magnet, the grip makes it easy to transport my phone, while the kickstand makes for the perfect portable tripod," Darby wrote. 

When you want to remove the Clckr, simply lightly twist and pull, and you'll feel the magnet tug off. This makes wireless charging a breeze, though you will have to remember to put the Clckr back on before you leave the house. 

Current Amazon users said they liked the design, card storage, and security the Clckr provided, but some customers said they experienced breaking early on and thought the magnet was a bit weak. 

Clckr MagSafe wallet features: Multi-functional | Dimensions: 0.38 x 2.44 x 3.94 inches | Card capacity: Holds two cards comfortably

 The Satechi Magnetic Wallet stand combines an affordable yet premium luxury build and design with everyday functionality. With four card slots and a designated space for your ID, there's a spot for your essential cards to keep you on the go. 

ZDNET expert reviewer Adrian Kingsley-Hughes calls Satechi's model the perfect balance of style and functionality. "The main thing I like about this wallet is the build quality," Kingsley-Hughes wrote in his review. "The materials look and feel premium, and the construction is such that it's not going to fall apart without a real fight." 

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The Satechi wallet can also double as a phone stand that can be oriented either horizontally or vertically and is made of scratch-resistant vegan leather that is easy to wipe clean. Equipped with strong magnets, the Satechi wallet is MagSafe, and you can be assured it won't fall off the back of your device. 

Current Amazon customers said they like the wallet's sturdiness, strong hinge mechanism, and quality. However, some users said the magnet was not strong enough. 

If you're looking for a clean, premium phone wallet, the Satechi delivers with a tough yet elegant design and build. 

Satechi Magnetic Wallet Stand features: Multi-functional | Dimensions: 4.1 x 2.6 x 0.4 inches | Card capacity: 4 cards

Absolutely no one is shocked that the original proprietor of MagSafe technology has also created its own MagSafe wallet, and the latest version even integrates Apple's Find My NFC tracking feature. 

According to ZDNET's Jason Cipriani, who tested the discontinued leather version, it looks "identical to the original version," with quality materials, fine stitching, and room for three cards, and it magnetically snaps on your phone the same way. This iteration of Apple's flagship wallet is made of FineWoven material, the same being used in the brand's FineWoven cases. 

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The tracking features of the MagSafe wallet function the same way as other Find My associated devices, such as an NFC AirTag. That is, you'll see the general location of your wallet rather than the specific store you left it in. But perhaps the most helpful tracking feature is the ability to contact the owner of a lost MagSafe wallet. When you try to attach someone else's wallet to your phone, you'll see their contact information displayed on your phone. 

Current Amazon customers said they like the appearance, material, and color selections of Apple's FineWoven wallet. However, some customers said that the overall quality and magnetic strength was lacking. 

Apple's iPhone FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe features: Dimensions: 5.04 x 3.24 x 0.59 inches | Card capacity: Holds three cards

Casetify offers a basic yet sleek MagSafe wallet for storing your cards with easy access. The wallet features built-in RFID technology to protect your card information with a card port on the back, and it's made from 50% recycled materials. 

It's compatible with MagSafe phones and cases and comes in several colors and Casetify-exclusive designs. You can even customize your wallet with words, initials, or phrases. When I tested this MagSafe wallet last month, I liked various design options and overall simplicity of the wallet. You can store up to three cards, but it wasn't convenient for storing folded cash. I used it to hold my NJ Transit card and debit card, and I would have to check to make sure I didn't lose any bills every time I took a card out. 

The simple design is a great for card storage at a festival, bar, or other event, but I didn't work as well for my commute. Although there's a card port on the back that helps nudge cards out, it was a bit annoying and inconvenient. I'd have to remove the wallet to access my transit card when they became tricky to take out. I much prefer having a notch on the front of the wallet when using it for commuting purposes. 

Current Casetify users said they liked the texture and overall design of the wallet, along with the different designs and color options. Similarly to my experience, one customer said the wallet was perfect for specific use cases. "For certain occasions this mag wallet has been perfect. The wallet is constructed very well and has a slot big enough for your credit card and ID," the customer wrote. 

Casetify MagSafe wallet features: Protects from magnetic damage | Card port for easy access | Card capacity: 2 cards 

If you're looking to stick to an old-school look and don't need as much card storage as the Journey Ezmo wallet, the ESR HaloLock is a traditional flip-and-fold wallet take on what's becoming a modern classic. It's made with vegan leather and metallic mesh lining, and it truly looks like you stuck a high-end, luxury wallet to the back of your phone. On the front fold, there's a slot for one card, giving easy access to your most important card. 

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When the wallet is flipped open, there are two more slots, including one which has a clear window, optimal for your ID. The HaloLock also doubles as a kickstand, adjusting to any angle from 15 to 160 degrees. 

ZDNET's Matthew Miller tested the ESR wallet in 2022, and liked the slim and stylish design. "I have had great success using it with a Peak Design Everyday Case so it is possible to use with a MagSafe case. The vegan leather material is supple and feels good in the hand. The stitching appears to be solid and the stand has held up extremely well," Miller said. 

Current Amazon customers said they like the appearance, strength, sturdiness, performance, and size of the wallet. Many customers said the wallet holds the phone securely both vertically and horizontally and that they like the card capacity, quality, and ease of use.

ESR HaloLock wallet features: Dimensions: 4.13 x 2.6 x 0.3 inches | Card capacity: Up to three cards

We get it -- you're not fully cashless, and maybe you never will be. So while many options on this list are excellent choices for your ID, debit card, and work badge, they won't do you any good if your payment of choice is a good old Benjamin. 

Rather than featuring a pocket design, the Pelican swings open on hinges -- like a door -- to reveal two grip-secured compartments: one is optimal for cards and the other for cash. A snap-on closure secures both compartments and closes the "door."

When ZDNET's Christina Darby tested the Pelican wallet, she struggled to obtain her goods. "The only downside to the clasp is that it's almost too secure; I feel like I have to pry it open to get my cards out. I've even broken a nail in the process." Darby wrote. However, she said that the extra security gave her peace of mind, especially in large crowds. 

Darby also noted that the Pelican's magnet is one of the strongest on any MagSafe accessory she tested, adding even more security. The Pelican's main downside is its bulkiness compared to the other options on this list. However, it still fits comfortably in a back pocket, according to Darby. 

Current Amazon users said they liked the sleek and minimal appearance of the wallet, but some customers said they but have mixed opinions on the wallet's durability. 

Pelican magnetic wallet and card holder features: Dimensions: 3.97 x 2.79 x 0.47 inches | Card capacity: Holds up to 4 cards plus cash