There's major buzz around smartphone crossbody straps and wristlets, and it has been building up for a few years now. I've tested straps and cases from third-party brands like Casetify, MOFT, and Otterbox over the past couple of smartphone release cycles, but the trend really came to a head when Apple released its official Crossbody Strap alongside the iPhone 17 series last year. So far, it seems like people either love the idea of strapping their phone to their person, or can't even conceive why anyone would want to do so.
If I could only pick one, I'd be in the latter camp. I haven't found a strap that's worth the hassle of needing to attach and remove it from my smartphone situationally. That said, when I heard Peak Design was planning to make mobile phone straps, they immediately caught my attention. I use a Peak Design strap, micro clutch, and capture clip with my mirrorless camera, so why not try one of the brand's straps on my iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
