A strong contender for smartphone of the year, the Google Pixel 8 Pro makes some key upgrades over its predecessor in both hardware and software. It’s also more expensive than ever, making a dependable case and durable screen protector two important investments.
Generally, there are three ways to approach your screen protector. First, get a high-end screen protector kit with an installation bracket that aids precision. Alternatively, get one with three or four pieces, so if you screw one up you’ve at least got a couple more chances. Finally, you can opt for a flexible screen protector (usually made from TPU) that easily adheres to the screen but isn’t as smooth as glass.
Looking to keep your chats secure from curious onlookers? Perhaps consider a privacy screen protector. You’ll even find matte screen protectors for those who spend most of their time outdoors. We’ve scoured the most reputable manufacturers to give you the best options for keeping your Super Actua display free from cracks and chips.
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Whitestone Dome Glass for Pixel 8 Pro
Best overall
$33 $45 Save
$12Whitestone’s no stranger when it comes to quality control and high-end materials, which is why its Dome Glass series remains the best choice for flagship phones like the Pixel 8 Pro. Its installation bracket and UV curing process are the best in the business, although the liquid adhesive takes a little extra care to get just right.
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Zagg InvisibleShield XTR3 for Pixel 8 Pro
Premium pick
The Zagg InvisibleShield XTR3 uses the best glass on the market, which sports a microscopic layer of pure quartz crystal for the ultimate in smoothness. It also reduces glare without affecting image quality, and uses a considerable amount of recycled material, including all the packing, the entire installation tray, and 30% of the glass.
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IMBZBK Screen Protector for Pixel 8 Pro
Best value
$10 $13 Save
$3A four-pack of screen protectors plus four camera protectors makes this package from Imbzbk check all the boxes. It’s inexpensive, made of durable tempered glass, and utilizes German die-cutting technology to ensure it fits your Pixel 8 Pro like a glove and won’t interfere with fingerprint sensing or your phone’s touch sensitivity.
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ArmorSuit MilitaryShield for Pixel 8 Pro
Best fit
Flexible TPU screen protectors often stick better to displays, and ArmorSuit’s MilitaryShield family gets top marks for nearly every release. We’ve highlighted the Max Coverage version that protects all the way to the edges of the phone’s front glass, but there are also case-friendly clear and matte options if you plan on using especially slim and tight-fitting cases.
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Supershieldz Screen Protector for Pixel 8 Pro
For a great bargain that provides solid protection, look no further than this three-pack of protectors from Supershieldz. At the requisite 9H hardness, they’re rugged enough to resist damage and also coated with hydrophobic and oleophobic to resist moisture and fingerprints. For less than $3 per protector, it’s hard to find better value.
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Whitestone UV Gen Film for Pixel 8 Pro
Somewhat of a hybrid, the Whitestone UV Gen Film’s made up of UV-cured glue, PET film, and a hard coating that’s more flexible than glass, but smoother than pure TPU. It’s not the easiest to install, but once applied properly, will stay attached reliably while minimizing risk of cracks, scratches, and nicks.
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OtterBox Glass for Pixel 8 Pro
$28 $30 Save
$2OtterBox designed its glass screen protector for easy installation and long-term durability. It features the same high-quality materials, precision construction, and lifetime warranty against defects that makes OtterBox cases and screen protectors so great.
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Skinomi TechSkin for Pixel 8 Pro
The Skinomi TechSkin’s about as simple a Pixel 8 Pro screen protector gets. Its flexible TPU makeup ensures it won’t peel if it’s misaligned by a fraction of a millimeter, and it does a great job of protecting from scratches and nicks, and a decent job of defending against cracks. It’s also just $10 for a pack of two.
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Spigen GlasTR AlignMaster for Pixel 8 Pro
$18 $19 Save
$1Looking for one of the best precision-cut screen protectors for the Pixel 8 Pro? Look no further than the Spigen GlasTR Aligmaster tempered glass screen protector for the Pixel 8 Pro. The oleophobic coating helps keep the screen free of fingerprints. Moreover, the included auto-alignment tray is designed to install the screen protector effortlessly. Worried about messing up an installation? The spare screen protector included in the package will give you peace of mind.
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ArmorSuit MilitaryShield Matte Film for Pixel 8 Pro
$7 $11 Save
$4Cut out the glare and protect your Pixel 8 Pro’s screen with the ArmorSuit MilitaryShield matte film screen protector. Designed to cut out glare, the screen protector improves visibility under direct sunlight. Got a scratch? No worries. The self-repair technology quickly heals minor scratches on its own. There’s even an oleophobic coating to reduce fingerprints and dust. The Made-in-USA product includes everything you need to get started with the installation right out of the box.
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CWQZGUF Screen Protector for Pixel 8 Pro
Privacy on your mind? The CWQZGUF privacy screen protector guarantees that no onlooker can see what’s happening on your screen. The screen protector can cut out 99% of visible light while protecting the display from scratches. Available in a two-pack, a tempered glass camera lens is included in the package to protect it from dust and dirt. Just bear in mind that this will disrupt the phone’s fingerprint reader, so you’ll be Face Unlock only from here on out.
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IQShield TPU Film for Pixel 8 Pro
A lifetime warranty and easy installation make the IQShield TPU film screen protector an easy recommendation. The film protector offers complete coverage and a case-friendly design. Moreover, it works effortlessly with the under-display fingerprint reader. The packaging ensures that you are ready to go with the included liquid adhesive, squeegee, and even a lint-free cloth.
What makes a good Pixel 8 Pro screen protector?
The key to a good screen protector is its installation. Just a couple tenths of a milligram off center, and your fancy quartz glass is lifting itself off the screen in just a week or two. So we’ve paid special attention to manufacturers that have shown, time and time again, that their quality control means we can trust their precision screen protectors.
Case in point, the Whitestone Dome Glass is our top recommendation. It, like some of our other top choices, uses an alignment tray to help you get the installation perfect. We can’t stress this enough: installing a glass protector isn’t quite like dropping a flat glass slab onto a freshly wiped flat smartphone and calling it a day. It takes a little more prep and attention to detail to apply. So you will run into users who’ve had problems with even the precision-built Whitestone Dome Glass. But if you want a glass surface, it’s your best choice.
For something even more special, check out the Zagg InvisibleShield. Right off the bat, its impressive glass formulation (including a razor-thin layer of pure silicon dioxide that’s even smoother than typical smartphone glass) makes it an obvious premium pick. It minimizes glare and, according to Zagg, absorbs physical shock 10 times as strong as the average smartphone glass. If you’re willing to shell out for this high-dollar option, it’ll definitely serve you well.
The ArmorSuit MilitaryShield’s our favorite non-glass option because it feels like glass, but flexes a little and repairs its own scratches over time. It’s also available in a slightly trimmed-down version for anybody who uses especially bulky or tight-fitting cases. And if you spend a lot of time outdoors, or just need something that can cut glare, ArmorSuit’s matte screen protector might be right up your alley.
But if you want pure simplicity, consider the IMBZBK glass protector kit. It comes with four screen protectors and four camera lens protectors, so you’ll have a few chances to get the installation right and won’t have to mess with liquid glue or UV curing.
The biggest thing to remember with any of these is attention to detail. Make sure everything’s clean to start with, and read the instructions carefully. Some manufacturers (Whitestone, for example), offer instruction tutorial videos online, which you should definitely watch. With care, we’re certain one of these Pixel 8 Pro screen protectors will keep your device relatively safe for a large part of its impressive seven-year Android update lifespan.