The Galaxy S22 Plus (SM-S906) launched in early 2022: 6.6-inch flat display, 157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm, 195 g, 4,500 mAh, 45 W wired charging. Four years on it is past its guaranteed update window but still a perfectly capable phone, and a large number of them are in service as daily drivers, work phones and hand-me-downs.
That changes what a good case looks like. Nobody is protecting resale value on a four-year-old handset. What matters now is keeping the phone functional and, in a lot of cases, moving it into a harder-working role than it started in.
Best for working on your feet: full-body holster
A phone that lives on a belt does not get sat on, dropped from a pocket, or left on a workbench. For anyone in trades, warehousing or delivery, this format eliminates more risk than any amount of armour.
Look for a rotating clip so the phone sits the way you want when seated, and check the shell releases from the clip one-handed.
Best for water and dust: sealed IP68 case
The S22 Plus shipped with its own IP68 rating, but that number was true when the phone was new. Adhesive seals age, and every drop stresses them. A phone that has been in daily use since 2022 should not be treated as still waterproof.
A sealed case restores that protection independently of the phone's own condition. Before trusting one, close it empty and hold it underwater in a sink for a minute — that five-second test has saved a lot of phones.
Best for carrying less: credit card wallet
If the S22 Plus is your everyday phone, a wallet case removes a second object from your pocket. Card-slot designs on a 195 g phone push the total weight up noticeably, so keep the card count modest.
One practical note: cards sitting over the phone's back will block Qi wireless charging. If you charge on a pad, either use a detachable wallet or accept charging by cable.
Best for the car: clear armor with a ring
A ring case doubles as a grip loop and a magnetic mount anchor, and a clear armor back keeps the phone's original finish visible.
Be aware that a metal ring positioned over the wireless charging coil will block it. Designs intended for wireless charging place the ring low on the back.
Screen and lens protection
The S22 Plus has a flat display, which makes tempered glass straightforward. It uses an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint reader, so pick glass rated for fingerprint unlock and re-register your print after fitting — that single step resolves most reader complaints.
The rear lenses sit proud with no surrounding housing on this generation, so a combined screen and camera lens pack covers both exposed surfaces.
The full range is in the Galaxy S22 Plus Cases collection.
Frequently asked questions
Will a Galaxy S22 case fit the S22 Plus? No. The base S22 is 146.0 x 70.6 mm against the Plus at 157.4 x 75.8 mm — more than 11 mm shorter.
Will an S23 Plus case fit? No. The S23 Plus is 157.8 x 76.2 mm and, more importantly, has no raised camera island — the cutout shape is completely different.
How do I confirm my model? Settings > About phone > Model number. SM-S906 is the S22 Plus.
Is the battery worth worrying about? A 2022 phone has several hundred charge cycles on it. Expect meaningfully less than the original 4,500 mAh in practice. Avoid cases that trap heat during charging, and prefer cable charging over a pad if runtime is tight.
Should I still buy a case for a phone this old? If you plan to keep using it — yes. A screen repair costs a multiple of a case, and the phone still does everything most people need.
Who do I ask about a specific fit? Use the Contact page or call 978-797-0223.
The bottom line
At four years old the S22 Plus is a working phone rather than a showpiece. Match the case to the job: holster if it is on you all day, sealed if it meets water, wallet if it replaces your pockets. Add flat tempered glass rated for the ultrasonic reader whichever route you take.