Google has raised the bar again this year with its Pixel 9. It's simply one of the best phones Google has ever made by a wide margin, hitting all the right notes in terms of design and durability, performance, and battery life while preserving the class-leading camera system that the company's Pixel brand has become famous for.
The 6.3-inch Actua OLED display is also as gorgeous as ever — and it's worth adding a screen protector to keep it that way. However, it also doesn't get as bright as Google's higher-end Pixel 9 Pro models, so you'll want to be careful to pick a glass or film protector that lets through as much light and clarity as possible.
The good news is that the popularity of Google's Pixel phones gives us plenty of screen protectors to choose from. Some will also protect the cameras or even your privacy, and the best screen protectors are also compatible with the best cases, which means you don't need to forgo style or extra protection to keep your screen covered. We've rounded up a few of the best picks for a variety of needs.
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Best durable glass protector for the Google Pixel 9
UltraGlass Unbreak
- Easy to install without air bubbles or dust
- Seven to eight times stronger than other screen protectors at 9H+ hardness
- Thin enough to be invisible at the edges
- You can get a free replacement if it's damaged
- Responsive to touch
- May need to buy another protector if damaged a second time
The UltraGlass Unbreak is the toughest screen protector, to the point of being virtually unbreakable, as its name suggests. Its hardness rating of over 9H makes it durable against falls of up to eight feet, 10,000 scratches, and hits from objects weighing up to 220 pounds., so you won't see any cracks or edge chips on the screen if you drop your phone. It's the perfect screen protector for those who work in fields where their phones get caught in the crossfire of things falling and breaking, like construction and the military.
The tempered glass is so thin that no one will even notice your phone has a screen protector after you install it with the alignment frame. As a matter of fact, you won't see any air bubbles or dust when you're putting the protector on the screen.
Best dual protection for the Google Pixel 9
LK 2 Pack for Google Pixel 9 Screen Protector
- Comes with two camera lens protectors
- Reads fingerprints quickly to unlock phone
- Camera lens protector doesn't obstruct photo or video quality
- Forces removal of preexisting fingerprints after applying screen protector
If you want a screen protector that also protects your Google Pixel 9's camera lens, LK has you covered. This model brings two screen protectors and two camera lens protectors, all of which are military-grade shatterproof, scratch-proof, and explosion-proof. The screen side of the glass is smooth to the touch and provides rapid haptic feedback, which is necessary when you need to unlock your phone quickly or sign an e-document. On the camera side, the lens protector perfectly fits the lens so that it doesn't obstruct the view of the camera, nor the quality of the photo or video.
Our only qualm with this screen protector is that you need to take extra steps for your phone to recognize your fingerprints after applying the screen protector. You need to turn on screen protector mode, remove your preexisting fingerprints, and reenroll them to the new screen.
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Best fast-applying protector for the Google Pixel 9
Spigen Tempered Glass Screen Protector with Glas.tR EZ FIT
- Extremely easy to apply
- Preserves brightness of original phone screen
- Has anti-dust coating
- Highly sensitive to touch
- Not compatible with Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Spigen's tempered glass screen protector is the easiest screen protector to apply to your Google Pixel 9, and also the quickest. Its application speed comes courtesy of its special alignment tray called the Glas.tR EZ FIT, which you align by facing down on your Google Pixel 9. Then simply press and rub the application strip twice, and remove the tray for the screen protector to settle in 30 seconds or less.
Once the screen protector is applied, the display is as crystal clear as it would be if you decided to stick to the original phone screen, giving you a clear view of the photos and videos and you're taking without compromising protection. The glass is durable with a hardness rating of 9H, making it both scratch resistant and fingerprint resistant, leaving your screen crack and dirt free. It will also be dust free, thanks to the anti-dust coating.
Best premium glass protector for the Google Pixel 9
Caseology Snap Fit
- Comes with screen and camera lens protector
- Two alignment trays for screen and lens
- High-quality screen
- Easy to apply
- Squeegee saves your nails
- No extra protectors
Just like its phone cases, Caseology delivers in providing the best protection for your phone with the Snap Fit screen protector. Its name is derived from its Snap Fit tray that, like Spigen's Glas.tR EZ FIT tray, makes it quick and easy to apply the glass to your Google Pixel 9's screen in less than 30 seconds. The only difference is there's an extra alignment tray for the camera lens to ensure the screen protector doesn't look weird when it's placed on the camera.
It's difficult to tell what the protector's hardness level is, but the screen is still durable and thin enough to provide clarity and smoothness to the touch, with no lag in haptic feedback. If it does take some form of damage, you can use the squeegee to remove it so you don't have to ruin your manicured nails in the process.
Best budget glass protector for Google Pixel 9
Supershieldz Tempered Glass Screen Protector
- Very affordable
- Includes three screen protectors
- Oleophobic coating reduces smudges and fingerprints
- No camera protection
Supershieldz makes some of the most affordable tempered glass screen protectors. Case in point: you can get a three-pack of these for under $10. Don't let that price fool you, though, as the company doesn't cut corners. These protectors are made from quality tempered glass that resists both scratches and impacts without affecting clarity. They also have 2.5D rounded edges, so they won't feel abrasive on your fingers.
The 9H hardness glass includes a hydrophobic and oleophobic coating that ensures sweat, fingerprints, and most other grime won't stick around, yet it won't get in the way of the Pixel's fingerprint sensor or touch sensitivity. It's also easy to install and and gets a good, bubble-free fit without too much effort.
Best camera protector for Google Pixel 9
JETech Screen Protector
- Front and rear camera coverage
- Very affordable
- Easy installation
- Lacks oleophobic coating for fingerprint and smudge resistance
Google's Pixel 9 features an excellent camera system that you'll want to take care of. While many cases offer raised edges to help ensure nothing comes into contact with the lenses, they can't match the protection that an extra layer of tempered glass provides. That's where JETech's screen protector kit comes in, as it provides all-around protection for both the front and back cameras.
The two-pack includes a tempered glass screen protector that fully covers the front camera without affecting the clarity of your selfies, plus form-fitting camera protectors for the rear lenses and flash. It's easy to get a bubble-free installation thanks to the provided tool, and the 9H tempered glass offers strong resistance against the bumps and scrapes of everyday life. JETech promises that its camera coverage lets 99% of the light through and doesn't get in the way of the flash. The only downside is that there's no oleophobic coating on the front protector, which means it can attract fingerprints more than most other protectors.
Best film protector for the Google Pixel 9
AACL 4-Pack for Google Pixel 9/Pixel 9 Pro Screen Protector Film
- Scratch-resistant
- Screen is ultra clear
- Helps unlock your phone instantly
- Doesn't cover the entire screen
- You'll need to reenroll your fingerprint twice after application
AACL's Google Pixel 9 screen protector may be made out of film, but it still protects your phone just as well as a glass one. Despite having a hardness rating of 7H, it manages to repel scratches from anything that rubs against it, even your own fingernails, giving you an ultra clear view of your photos, videos, and other media.
However, the film doesn't cover the entire phone screen even if you align it perfectly. The film facilitates fast unlocking, but you need to reregister your fingerprint twice after applying it.
Best drop protection for Google Pixel 9
Otterbox Premium Glass Screen Protector
- Premium glass from a trusted brand
- Advanced scratch protection
- Three-foot drop protection
- Expensive
Otterbox is one of the most trusted names in rugged cases, and the company brings that same reputation to bear on its lineup of screen protectors. While Otterbox's premium glass screen protector is pricier than most, that's because it's one of the few protectors that's actually tested to withstand drops of up to 3 feet without cracking.
That's thanks to its fortified tempered glass, a special enhanced formulation of 9H glass that will absorb stronger impacts than most other tempered glass screen protectors. The premium glass also promises visibility and touch sensitivity that's so clear you can almost forget it's there. It also has an oleophobic coating so that the few fingerprints and smudges that do collect on the surface can be easily wiped away.
Best privacy protector for the Google Pixel 9
ZAGG Fusion Privacy
- Privacy filter blocks side views
- Compatible with in-screen fingerprint scanning
- Made with environmentally-friendly materials
- Smooth surface
- Very expensive
Privacy may be dead in the digital age, but you can keep yours alive with the ZAGG Fusion Privacy screen protector. This glass has a two-way portrait view privacy filter that blocks both sides of your phone's screen from the prying eyes of anyone in your vicinity. The filter is excellent for those who are signing important documents, making online purchases, or viewing strictly confidential information.
If you get an important email, the screen protector works well with the Google Pixel 9's in-screen fingerprint scanner so you can access it immediately. There is no need to remove and r-enroll your fingerprint once you apply the screen protector. This piece of glass costs a whopping $55, but it's worth the money if you're extremely privacy-conscious.
Best matte film protector for the Google Pixel 9
ArmorSuit 2 Pack Paper-Feel Texture Screen Protector for Google Pixel 9
- Reduces glare
- Repairs itself from minor scratches
- Repels dust, oil, and fingerprints
- Cuts down blue light emissions
- May not have drop protection
- Not easy to apply
ArmorSuit's screen protector film may not provide the same drop protection as most of the other screen protectors on this list, but it still has some other benefits. For instance, its MilitaryShield self-repairing technology gives it the ability to heal minor scratches and protects your phone from punctures, even if you're using a fine point stylus. It also helps reduce screen glare from any lighting and cuts down on blue light emissions, which is helpful if you're scrolling through your phone at night.
This film is not exactly the easiest to apply to your Google Pixel 9's screen because it doesn't come with an alignment frame. So, you'll need to be careful not to let the corners go over the edges.
