is an editor covering deals and commerce. He joined in 2018, and served as commerce editor at Polygon until May 2025. A glass screen protector is one of a few “set it and forget it” purchases that every Switch 2 owner should make, along with buying a microSD Express card and a protective case for the console. In fact, it should be a priority to stick one onto the console’s screen as soon as possible to avoid accidental scratches. I’ve been installing and removing Switch 2 screen protectors to test others on my console at an alarming rate, more than any sane person should, and here are the most important takeaways: Do not buy a flimsy plastic screen protector. They won’t protect your Switch 2 enough. It’s impossible to tell different brands’ protectors apart once they’re on your screen; product packaging and the installation process are the biggest differences (as well as the key factors that increase cost). Some protectors are glossy and some are anti-reflective, each with its own tradeoffs. For my money, glossy is the way to go. The matte finish looks good, but it reduces the screen’s vivid quality and its viewing angles. Of the options below, it’s easiest to recommend amFilm’s three-pack of glossy screen protectors. Not only are they incredibly affordable ($7.19 from Amazon at the time of publishing), its tray allows for perfect alignment of the glass protector for easy, no-bubble installation. I’ve used this company’s screen protectors on various gadgets for years, and I particularly like its glossy option over the matte finish, since it lets the Switch 2’s screen fully shine through. Previous Next 1 / 6 Here’s what the Switch 2 looks like with a glossy screen protector. Image: Cameron Faulkner/The Verge What I’m looking for in a Switch 2 screen protector How we test Collapse The only way to test a screen protector is to go through the installation process for each option. We use the tools included to ensure a proper installation, analyze the fit and finish, and then remove it very, very carefully to proceed with the next candidate. Getting two or more protectors per box Collapse Every screen protector we mention in this buying guide comes with more than one (sometimes three!), which is good because they can sometimes break in the line of duty. We’ll note how many you get with your purchase, as well as what tools are included to make the installation process simpler. Good quality Collapse All of the protectors in this buying guide claim to be a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, meaning they should be tough to crack. I don’t put those particular claims to the test because I’m using my personal Switch 2, paid for with my money. Also, all models included feature an oleophobic coating to resist oils from fingerprints. A good fit Collapse I’m ensuring that, during installation, screen protectors fit the entirety of the Switch 2’s screen, including its bezel. I haven’t encountered one yet during testing that doesn’t fit.