Handl Stick (from $9.99 — available later in January 2020)
I've been pretty loyal to my Scooch phone case for the past six months, but after seeing and trying out this cool new phone grip, I might have to give the Handl a long-term whirl.
Like many other phone grips, it sticks to the back of your phone, but rather than snapping open (like Scooch) or extending open (like PopSockets), the Handl uses a stretchy elastic brace-like system. It feels really comfortable between my fingers, yet it's also secure and tight, making it virtually impossible to drop my phone when my fingers are laced in the grip.
It also converts to a stand if you pull it out and fit the top edges into the corresponding notches. This converting design is a little less convenient to take advantage of compared to that of Scooch or Popsockets, but the learning curve seems low. The affordable accessories are available in various colors and patterns, so if you want an easy, stylish, and simple way to upgrade your phone, pick up a Handl Stick or two. — Connie Chen, senior reporter