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Aside from a screen protector, the best accessory to keep your Switch 2 safe is a carrying case. And with the increased price of Nintendo’s latest console compared to the original, there are even more reasons (about $150 of them) to figure out a way to shelter your console. But why stop there? With one important tweak, Belkin engineered a great way to add extra utility to a basic travel case by allowing you to charge the Switch 2 while keeping it out of harm’s way.
Bill Steele for Engadget 85 100 Expert Score Protection and portable charging made easy Belkin Charging Case for Nintendo Switch 2 Between a sturdy case and a removable battery pack, Belkin's Charging Case for Nintendo Switch 2 covers all the major essentials. Pros Simple design
Included 10,000mAh battery pack
Hidden AirTag pouch Cons No option to bring your own battery pack
Might not work with bulky skins or covers $70 at Amazon
Design
Belkin's Charging Case for the Switch 2 doesn't stray too far from the official Nintendo version, but there are a handful of subtle but welcome improvements. It features a polyester exterior (available in gray, green and tan) with reinforced sides and a soft velvet interior. There's a zipper that runs along the perimeter with Belkin thoughtfully including an inner liner to prevent any metal from coming in direct contact with the Switch 2. There are also cutouts and indents that allow the console to snuggle safely inside. Belkin did a good job of providing a secure fit without too much wiggle room.
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The one small downside to this is that if you're planning on using a bulky skin or sleeve, things may be extra-tight (or might not fit at all). But for people like me who prefer to keep their devices naked, it's a great companion. As for durability, while I don't want to risk my Switch 2 by dropping it off a building, I did push the console off a table a few times while it was stashed inside the case without it suffering any damage.
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