Running Armbands for iPhone & Android

Running armband for iPhone and Android - Protect your devices while running

Here on this page you will find the selection of running armbands for iPhone and Android.

Running armbands make it easy for you to carry your phone while running, even if you don't have a pocket.

If you need storage for a set of keys, you can also find a pouch designed to attach to your shoe, using a clip, and this pouch has space for a keyring or other small items.

The running armbands are suitable for use during running, but also many other sports can utilize the practical pouches.

The armbands are available in beautiful bright colors and with or without reflectors.

8 things you need to know when looking for a running armband

Running armbands for iPhone and Android come in several designs.

Below we have gathered some things you can look for when you need to choose the right running armband.

#1 - Adjustment options

When you are looking for a running armband for storing your iPhone or Android device, you can among other things look at how the running armband can fit.

Some running armbands have a one-size elastic that has a specific size depending on whether it is for men, women or children.

Others have an adjustable elastic with Velcro, which can be customized exactly to you.

The advantage of choosing an armband with an adjustable elastic is that you can ensure that the armband does not slide down your arm while you are exercising.

At the same time, you also avoid having to choose an elastic that will tighten around the arm, restricting blood circulation.

Most running armbands are secured around the upper arm, but there are also variants that are secured around the forearm.

Many runners and athletes often prefer the upper arm variant, as they can sit a bit more stable.

#2 - Reflectors or not?

If you run or do sports in the evening and near traffic, you may need to consider choosing a running armband with reflectors or in bright reflective colors.

The location of the running armband, most often on the upper arm, makes it easy for drivers and others to see it, because the reflectors move in sync with the arm's movements.

You can often choose between running armbands with either reflective edges or where the entire armband is reflective.

#3 - Size of device

It is important that you choose a running armband that fits your device.

Once you know your device's screen size, you can easily choose an armband that fits the screen.

If you choose an armband where the pouch is too big for your device, it can be inconvenient to run with, as the device can bounce around inside the pouch.

The device's movements can also cause the armband not to sit stably on the upper arm, no matter how much you tighten the elastic.

So choose the right size of the pouch, so you are not disturbed while exercising your sport.

#4 - Water-resistant

Most athletes exercise their sport regardless of the weather, so your new running armband must of course be able to withstand all weather conditions.

Often, running armbands are made from either lycra or neoprene, both of which have a strong water-resistant effect.

This means you can take your phone with you, even in the rain, and you don't have to worry about damage to the phone if you sweat a lot.

The running armband is water-resistant on both the front and back.

Lycra and Neoprene are very durable materials and simultaneously soft against the skin, and the seams are often reinforced for longer durability.

#5 - Sound output

If you also listen to music while running or doing sports, you can easily connect a wired headset to the phone.

Many running armbands have either a hole or an opening ring for the cable to run through.

This makes it easy to connect the headset.

Some running armbands also have a small strap where you can tuck away the excess cable, so the cable doesn't hang and dangle while you run or do sports.

A dangling cable can risk getting damaged, either because you accidentally pull on it, or because the connection to the headset becomes loose.

#6 - Use the phone during training

The front of the running armband is often transparent, so you can see and operate the phone during training.

This means that you do not need to take the phone out of the case when you want to hear a new song or see what time it is.

The front is made of a plastic material that has the property that you can use the phone as if you were holding it in your hand.

#7 - Key storage

If you need storage for a key, there is often also space for that in a small extra pocket on the running armband.

The pocket ensures that the key does not bounce out and is also easy to access when you need it.

You can also find special pouches for example for storing keyrings, which can be attached to your shoes.

In these pouches, there is a bit more space, so if you want to bring some coins on your run, there is also room for them in the key pouch.

#8 - Padded interior for increased comfort

Even though both Neoprene and Lycra feel soft against the skin, movements combined with moisture from the skin, after a while, can mean that it does not feel so soft anymore.

Therefore, the running armband is available in variants with a padded interior.

Here the inner side, which has skin contact, is padded with a soft material that minimizes discomfort from the material.

Take care of your running armband

The running armband protects your phone while running, so it is important to take good care of the armband.

When you have the running armband in your bag, you should ensure that it lies flat, without the front being folded.

If the plastic on the front gets folded and is pressed in the bag, under shoes, towels, etc., the plastic can crack, and that can mean that water can leak in or your phone can fall out and break.

It can also prolong the lifespan of your running armband if you occasionally clean it with a damp cloth.

In this way, residues of sweat, skin cells, and bacteria are removed, so the armband is also comfortable to wear after many running or training sessions.

You may also use a disinfectant to ensure that bacteria do not develop in the material or the elastic.

Also ensure that when you need to store the armband, or when you are not using it, you loosen the elastic as much as possible.

This way the elastic can relax and therefore maintain its elasticity longer.