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Whether you're planning on taking your Nintendo Switch with you when you're traveling or just want somewhere to keep it safe in storage, there are plenty of carrying cases to choose from. You can opt for something practical that stores all your accessories as well as the console itself, or you can go for a case that expresses your love for one of your favorite games.
No matter which option you're leaning towards, we've gathered a range of the best Nintendo Switch carrying cases around so that you can easily find one that works for you. You can keep your Switch safe and make sure it looks good too.
Updated on July 25, 2023 by Rebecca Phillips: Whether you've treated yourself to a new OLED model Nintendo Switch and need a new carrying case or simply want to add to your accessories, there's a range of Nintendo Switch carrying cases to choose from. We've updated this guide to help you find what you're looking for — both from a protection and storage standpoint, and from a design one.
Best-Looking Nintendo Switch Carrying Cases
Animal Crossing New Horizons Hori Nintendo Switch Premium Vault Case
With a hard shell out and a glossy finish, this Nintendo Switch carrying case features all your favorites from Animal Crossing: New Horizons, including Isabelle, Timmy and Tommy, as well as villagers like Apollo and Bunnie. Inside, there's room to store up to ten game cards and a mesh pocket.
- Brand
- Hori
- Game Card Storage
- Up to 10
- Accessories Storage
- No
- Compatibility
- Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite
- Sturdy outer shell
- Room to store game cards inside
- Colorful design
- No room for accessories
Take your villagers with you wherever you go with this carrying case from Hori. The hard shell cover not only protects your Switch from any bumps in the road or spillages thanks to the sturdy and water-resistant material, but it also features the official Animal Crossing: New Horizons artwork, showcasing villagers like Apollo and the infamous Tom Nook.
Inside, there's room to store a selection of game cards. There's a mesh pouch too, which is perfect for any smaller accessories you may have. The lining is also printed with the series' associated leaf symbol, adding a nice finishing touch.
The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Edition Nintendo Switch Carrying Case
With a hard shell out and a glossy finish, this Nintendo Switch carrying case features all your favorites from Animal Crossing: New Horizons, including Isabelle, Timmy and Tommy, as well as villagers like Apollo and Bunnie. Inside, there's room to store up to ten game cards and a mesh pocket.
- Brand
- Nintendo
- Game Card Storage
- Up to 5
- Accessories Storage
- No
- Compatibility
- Nintendo Switch, Lite, and OLED
- Includes screen protector
- Gorgeous design
- Inside pocket
- Not much room for game cards
With Tears of the Kingdom's gorgeous Nintendo Switch OLED model, there also comes a matching carrying case. Whether you picked up the special edition console or not, the carrying case itself is a worthy accessory for fans of The Legend of Zelda series. It has a sleek black and gold design featuring the game's signature Zonai swirls, as well as the series' trademark Hylian Crest.
As far as practicality goes, it has room for you to safely store up to five game cards inside and is big enough to store all Nintendo Switch models, including the OLED. The case also comes with a screen protector, so you can keep your console's screen clean of scratches too.
Splatoon 3 Hori Nintendo Switch Premium Vault Case
If you're a Splatoon fan, this Nintendo Switch carrying case is perfect for you. Sporting bright blue and yellow colors, it features both the squid and octopus mascots on the printed design and on the zippers. There's room to store up to ten game cards inside and a mesh pocket as well.
- Brand
- Hori
- Game Card Storage
- Up to 10
- Accessories Storage
- No
- Compatibility
- Nintendo Switch, Lite, and OLED
- Room to store game cards inside
- Colorful design
- No room for accessories
This ink-credible (sorry, it was too hard to resist) carry case is inspired by Splatoon 3, shown by the splashes of blue and yellow ink and the two squid front and center. The two zips also feature adorable charms in the shape of the squid, adding a nice final detail.
Inside, you'll find the lining is also printed with splotches of squid ink, continuing the theme throughout. To keep your game cards safe, you can store them in the felt partition, and you can use the pocket above to safely carry any Switch accessories you might have. Zip it up and carry it with the handle to travel without any trouble.
Pikachu, Gengar, & Mimikyu Hori Nintendo Switch Carry Case
With a hard shell out and a glossy finish, this Nintendo Switch carrying case features all your favorites from Animal Crossing: New Horizons, including Isabelle, Timmy and Tommy, as well as villagers like Apollo and Bunnie. Inside, there's room to store up to ten game cards and a mesh pocket.
- Brand
- Hori
- Game Card Storage
- No
- Accessories Storage
- Yes
- Compatibility
- Nintendo Switch, Lite, and OLED
- Fantastic Pokemon design
- Space inside for additional accessories
- No dedicated space for game cards
Fan of Ghost-type Pokemon? Then this carry case from Hori is a sure-fire winner. With a pastel purple, blue, and yellow color scheme, this case's design features Gengar, Mimikyu, and of course, Pikachu. The three Pokemon look adorable as ever on the front of this case.
Inside, you'll find a slot that you can slide your Switch in, keeping the screen protected at the same time. On the opposite side, there's a spacious mesh pocket for you to add your accessories, whether that's a case for your game cards or your console's charger.
Best Protective Nintendo Switch Carrying Cases
Ivoler Nintendo Switch Carry Case
iVoler's Nintendo Switch carrying case not only has plenty of room to store your Switch console, accessories, and a decent amount of game cards, but it has a sturdy outer shell to keep it all safe too. If you use it while traveling, you can also use the shoulder strap to make carrying it even easier. It's available in sleek black, or Mario-esque red and blue.
- Brand
- iVoler
- Game Card Storage
- Up to 18
- Accessories Storage
- Yes
- Compatibility
- Nintendo Switch, Lite, and OLED
- Plenty of room to store game cards and additional accessories
- Available in two colors
- Shoulder strap and pads for easy carrying
- Bulkier and heavier than most cases
You don't need to sacrifice style for usability, or even the other way around! This case from Ivoler offers the best of both worlds and is suitable if you need to transport all of your accessories along with the Switch itself. Inside, there's space for 18 game cards, your Switch dock, a pro controller, and more.
It's available in stylish black as well as a Mario-esque design, so you can decide which one is more up your street. To finish it all off, transporting the case is super easy too, thanks to the shoulder strap that comes with both versions.
RDS Industries Nintendo Switch Carrying Case
For the ultimate Nintendo Switch carrying case, look no further than RDS Industries. This deluxe case has been designed to maximize space, allowing you to store your Switch, dock, controllers, and more. It comes with two game card cases, both of which can store four cards each.
- Brand
- RDS Industries
- Game Card Storage
- Includes two game card cases
- Accessories Storage
- Yes
- Compatibility
- Nintendo Switch, Lite, and OLED
- Room to store multiple Switches and accessories
- Include two game card cases, two mesh pockets, and two microSD card cases
- No shoulder strap
If you're looking for a safe way to store your Nintendo Switch console, your accessories, and your games, this carrying case from RDS Industries would suit you. It has a sturdy rubber strap for carrying, but it's on the inside where the case really shines. There's room for not one, but two Switch consoles, and specialized slots for your accessories so that they stay tight and secure during travel.
As well as the actual carrying case, you'll also receive two game card cases that store four cards each, two microSD card cases that hold one each, and two extra mesh pockets.
FAQ
Should I get a carrying case for my Switch?
Whether you're storing your Nintendo Switch at home or are taking with you when traveling, it's recommend that you store it in a carrying case to protect it from possible damages. While a screen protector will protect the console's screen to a point, it's also possible for the Joy-Con, side and back of the Switch to become scratched. The Joy-Con sticks could also be caught during movement, which can damage them.
Do Switch cases fit all Switches?
No, not all Nintendo Switch carrying cases will fit every Switch. The OLED model is larger than the standard Switch and Lite version, so you will need to purchase cases that are large enough for the console. The original model and Lite will fit in any carrying case.
Will my Nintendo Switch OLED fit in my old carrying case?
If you have purchased an OLED and have a carrying case for your original Switch, it may not fit in properly, as most carrying cases are designed to fit the Switch securely in place. As the OLED is a larger model, you will need to purchase one that is designed with this model in mind.
Of course, this depends on the size of your original case. If you had a larger case to begin with, your OLED may fit.