The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is one of the best Android phones of the year, thanks to its powerful specs and beautiful design. It’s also one of the most expensive phones around, so protecting its screen from scratches and cracks is essential. Since the phone’s display is slightly curved, picking the right one is even more important, as it needs to fully cover the entire screen without being apparent.
We’ve selected some of the best screen protectors for the S22 Ultra, with a choice of tempered glass ones for maximum protection, and plastic ones for maximum discretion. If you’re undecided, we’ve also selected a bunch of hybrid ones, which combine both options into a single product.
The Whitestone Dome Glass is one of a few all-glass screen protectors recommended for the S22 Ultra due, in part, to its manufacturer’s pristine reputation. It uses a UV-cured adhesive and liquid dispersion system that promises to work right the first time with no wrinkles or bubbles. Also helping with installation is the firm, precise frame that securely guides the glass layer into place. Because of the stronger seal, you don’t have to suffer material changes or air bubbles over the fingerprint sensor, which looks like a bubble in the middle of your screen. This type of screen protector installation can seem daunting, but this kit comes with two screen protectors so that if you mess up the first time — or break the first one in the line of duty — you have a spare.
- Material: Tempered glass
- Price: $40
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes, UV-cured
Whitestone Dome Glass for Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Not only is the ArmorSuit MilitaryShield one of the most affordable screen protectors, but it’s also one of the longest-lasting because its flexible material won’t crack like glass. It’s also an excellent option for people who use their phone without a case, as there’s less bulk and a lower chance that it starts to come unstuck through regular use. In the unlikely event it gets scratched, it’s formulated to make shallow markings disappear and thus repair itself over time. It heavily resists yellowing and shouldn’t ever get cloudy. The only real drawback is that it just doesn’t have the same premium feel as a high-end tempered glass screen protector.
- Material: Plastic
- Price: $11
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes
ArmorSuit MilitaryShield For Galaxy S22 Ultra
While the InvisibleShield Fusion Defense is not made of glass, it sure feels like it. And even though it’s firm and smooth like glass, it’s flexible enough to stay in one piece for years while strongly resisting scratches. There’s a lot to like about this particular screen protector, such as the fact that it promises to work perfectly with swiping, gestures, and fingerprint entry. However, it’s remarkably expensive and too wide for some thicker cases.
- Material: Plastic
- Price: $55
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes
Zagg InvisibleShield Fusion Defense for Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
The amFilm Tempered Glass Screen Protector is an excellent option to protect your S22 Ultra’s screen without compromising its fingerprint reader. It’s applied using UV-cured adhesive and liquid dispersion technology, allowing a bubble-free installation. Even though this can seem overwhelming, it’s easy to install.
The area around the fingerprint scanner is deliberately delimited, allowing it to precisely recognize your print, which is usually rare with tempered glass protectors.
Even though the price might seem high, keep in mind this bundle gives your screen three extra lives, as it includes three tempered glass protectors, making it a great option to effectively protect your S22 Ultra.
- Material: Tempered Glass
- Price: $40
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes, UV-cured
amFilm Tempered Glass Screen Protector For Galaxy S22 Ultra
Like Whitestone Dome Glass, MOWEI’s tempered glass screen protector uses a UV-cured liquid installation system to achieve a better seal and more consistent performance with the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor on the Galaxy S22 Ultra. MOWEI lacks the same rock-solid reputation and name-brand recognition, but it comes with three screen protectors and a unique anti-overflow tray. In addition, it claims to keep excess adhesive from creeping over the edges and into your phone’s buttons, speakers, or ports, which is usually the most significant threat when using the UV-cured method.
The polyurethane resin adhesive has a more pungent smell than Whitestone Dome Glass, but once set correctly, the protector’s bad smell dissipates. MOWEI suggests setting the resin with the UV light for 8-10 minutes. Since some people have experienced fingerprint woes due to too much adhesive over the fingerprint sensor, the manufacturer recommends placing 2-3 coins over the sensor to gently shift the adhesive to spread out without forcing it out on the sides.
- Material: Tempered Glass
- Price: $32
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes, UV-cured
MOWEI 3D Curved Tempered Glass for Samsung S22 Ultra
The AACL Tempered Glass screen protector is an excellent example of a glass model that doesn’t cost a fortune. Aside from its high strength and hardness, it includes an alignment frame for perfect placement and a nonslip mat to ensure nothing moves around during the process. At only 0.26mm, it’s as thin as tempered glass screen protectors get before they get too brittle. There are a couple of issues with it, though, the main one being the lack of a teardrop cutout over the selfie camera. This can reduce the quality of the front-facing camera. Another minor issue is a visible circle over the fingerprint sensor, a “bubble” that’s actually hybrid material to try and make it more compatible.
- Material: Tempered glass
- Price: $15
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Bubble style, inconsistent
AACL Glass For Galaxy S22 Ultra
Nearly everything from Otterbox gets high marks, and the Alpha Flex screen protector is no exception. It’s about as thin as a flexible TPU-blended layer can get while offering impressive protection from drops and scratches and maintaining the device’s superb touch response. One novel feature that stands out is the integrated blue light filter, which may help reduce eye strain, especially at night. But not everyone wants to alter their smartphone’s color profile, and not everyone wants to shell out quite this much cash for a layer of flexible, high-tech plastic.
- Material: Plastic
- Price: $43
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes
Otterbox Alpha Flex For Galaxy S22 Ultra
Spigen is a recognized brand in terms of phone protection, thanks to its rugged cases and screen protectors. Its NeoFlex solid screen protector offers excellent fit and protection for the S22 Ultra’s curved screen. It’s designed to shield its screen against daily wear, ensuring it won’t get scratched by keys or other sharp objects in your pocket.
Although it won’t offer as much protection as a tempered glass protector against shatters, this solid protector is less bulky and appears to play nicely with the handset’s built-in fingerprint scanner. Installing it only requires spraying and aligning, which is less overwhelming than using a UV light, despite not shipping with an application tray.
- Material: Plastic
- Price: $13
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes
Spigen NeoFlex For Galaxy S22 Ultra
The IMBZBK TPU Screen Protector is made of flexible plastic, which will help it last for a while, as it won’t crack if you drop your phone. It’s not as bulky as a tempered glass protector, making it a great option to use without a case. Thankfully, it also seems to play nicely with the S22 Ultra’s fingerprint sensor, making it worth your buck, especially considering the package includes three screen protectors and three tempered glass camera lens protectors for maximum protection.
- Material: Plastic
- Price: $13
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes
IMBZBK TPU Screen Protector Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
If you’re looking for an affordable option to shield your S22 Ultra, you should definitely consider the Supershieldz TPU Screen Protector. It’s thin enough and barely visible, even though it features several protection layers, shielding your handset against scratches and damage. Users have reported it works fine with the S22 Ultra’s ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, making it a decent option considering the price.
Keep in mind this is an affordable product, and you’ll have to compromise, as it can cause some glare in direct sunlight and may require a bit more patience in applying than other options listed in this article.
- Material: Plastic
- Price: $7
- Fingerprint scanner compatibility: Yes
Supershieldz TPU Screen Protector Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
Shield your screen from scratches and cracks
There are different types of materials you can choose from when it comes to screen protectors. Tempered glass offers the highest level of protection, but it doesn’t always work well with curved screens. You need to be extra careful when applying it, as the slightest misalignment makes it vulnerable. Several manufacturers preferred to avoid releasing glass models and instead focused on flexible materials such as TPU for the S22 Ultra. That being said, the recommended glass models are from manufacturers you can trust to deliver a great experience and reliable protection.
Also, since the S22 Ultra’s screen protector is located underneath its display, it’s key to pick a fully compatible protector. For the best experience, a screen protector should use premium adhesive. The best adhesives to accommodate the S22 Ultra’s hardware use UV curing, but some effective options use traditional glue.
Which screen protector should you pick?
There are plenty of options to pick from when it comes to protecting your S22 Ultra’s screen. The ArmorSuit MilitaryShield and Otterbox Alpha Flex are simple yet reliable options that offer decent protection. The Otterbox is more premium, which means it costs significantly more. The Zagg one offers reliable protection and a more flexible finish, thanks to its premium hybrid material. The Supershieldz is the cheapest option, which also means it has a few drawbacks compared to more premium ones.
For tempered glass, there are other pitfalls to consider. Some may have a bubble over the fingerprint sensor, like the AACL. Others may be too thick to accommodate a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra case. Our Editor’s Choice, the Whitestone Dome Glass, uses UV curing to form a better seal and avoid AACL’s fingerprint bubble. The amFilm one is relatively similar and includes an extra screen protector in the pack for the same price as the Whitestone.
Whitestone Dome, MOWEI, and amFilm use liquid adhesives that are poured onto the screen before setting your glass with a UV light kit (in the same way you’d set acrylic nails/polish). This cured adhesive creates a tight bond, reducing the screen protector’s chance of peeling up at the edges. And due to that solid-set bonding, there will be no unsightly bubbles of hybrid material over the fingerprint scanner.
