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Don’t want to scratch your Switch 2? This Belkin screen protector is affordable and does an excellent job of defending that gorgeous display.

Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector for Nintendo Switch 2: review

The Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector is designed for anyone looking to defend their Nintendo Switch 2 from knocks and scratches.

Made from tempered glass, covered with an anti-reflective surface and treated with an anti-fingerprint coating, it promises to keep your handheld console crack-free, while not diminishing your gameplay experience; a big swing, particularly given its relatively affordable $24.99 / £14.99 / AU$29.95 price.

The process of applying the screen protector to our Switch 2 was easy, thanks in no small part to Belkin’s simple system. Once you’ve popped the supplied frame over the Switch 2’s screen, the screen protector naturally nestles into its exact position on the glass, without the hesitation and second-guessing often experienced when applying screen protectors.

All I then had to do was peel back the top layer of film and coax all of the air pockets to the edge of the display; this took all of about 20 seconds, which is far faster than with some of the best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories.

Admittedly, a few stubborn bubbles remained, but I’ve applied a lot of screen protectors in my time – I’m both an early upgrader and horrendously clumsy – and I’ve always found that these eventually get squeezed out over the first few days of use.

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Before applying the Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector (Image credit: Future)Image 2 of 4

Fitting it within the frame was a piece of cake, easily allowing me to align it precisely. (Image credit: Future)Image 3 of 4

A few bubbles appeared beneath the surface but they were easy enough to chase away. (Image credit: Future)Image 4 of 4

A quick polish with the microfiber cloth and I was done! (Image credit: Future)

As long as you’ve ensured that your Switch 2’s screen is sufficiently clean before applying the protector, it really is hard to imagine how you could go wrong here.

Once it was applied, I was genuinely impressed with the quality of Belkin’s screen protector. Thanks to the tempered glass it’s fashioned from it feels sturdy to the touch – rather than the plasticky feel of some products, you get all of the hardness of standard glass without the brittleness. And its bevelled edges mean it can have a decent thickness to it while not having a pronounced lip around its rim, allowing it to blend seamlessly into the device.

Sometimes this kind of protection can come at a bit of a tradeoff, giving you peace of mind at the cost of increased reflectivity, but Belkin’s anti-reflective treatment seemed to minimize the amount of reflections cast across the screen. It didn’t seem to hurt the pop of the Switch 2’s gloriously vibrant display at all, with Mario Kart World’s colorful palette still looking as hyperreal as ever.

Even under the harsh lighting of our photography studio, I had to spin it to pretty extreme angles for reflections to significantly affect the viewing experience, and you’re unlikely to encounter conditions this unfavorable under real-world use.

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Being this well designed doesn’t mean anything if a screen protector cracks under pressure though. So how did the Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector perform under testing conditions?

Pretty capably, it turns out.

Out of the gate, I wanted to make sure it was going to actually go the distance – it doesn’t matter how hard your screen protector is if it peels off long before it sees any action. Rubbing the corner didn’t cause any layers to come away and, even when I got my nail in there, it didn’t easily lift away from the screen. My impression is that the Belkin should hang on in there for the long haul.

Simulating multiple years of cumulative wear and tear isn’t all that easy, so it’s important that we subject these screen protectors to a level of abuse I’d hope you wouldn’t subject your own console to.

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Scratch testing the Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector... (Image credit: Future)Image 2 of 2

... And the aftermath, showing little in the way of scratches. (Image credit: Future)

Taking my keys to the screen protector, I started trying to scratch it, gingerly at first and then, when it resisted my efforts, rather less gingerly. No matter how hard I tried to score the glass, the keys in my hand just slipped off it, so while I imagine it will sustain damage from direct blows, you can rest easy knowing that it’ll laugh off regular scuffs and scrapes with ease.

Even though I’ve spent a lot of money on screen protectors over the years, the Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector for Nintendo Switch 2 still impressed me. It’s easy to apply, well made, and should guard your handheld console against all but the most severe abuse.

Once you factor in the aforementioned price – just $24.99 / £14.99 / AU$29.95 – it becomes a bit of a bargain, especially given that you shouldn’t have to replace it for trivial reasons, like superficial scratches or premature peeling. If you want to safeguard your Switch 2, it’s a very safe bet.

(Image credit: Future)Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector for Nintendo Switch 2 review: price & availability

• Launched June 4, 2025
• Retails for $24.99 / £14.99 / AU$29.95

First released on June 4, 2025, the Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector for Nintendo Switch 2 is Belkin’s first foray into the gaming screen protector space. Priced at $24.99 / £14.99 / AU$29.95, it’s a very competitive option – although it is worth noting that some rivals’ offerings include two protectors for the price of one.

Still, I would argue that the value you’re getting here is pretty decent. Two screen protectors over one sounds like a bargain, as long as they don’t last half as long, effectively negating their cheaper price. Based on Belkin’s track record in this space, and how durable its screen protector proved in our testing, this one should last you a decent while, making it still a smart investment for the price.

(Image credit: Future)Should I buy the Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector for Nintendo Switch 2?

Ease of application

The frame makes it a cinch to fit it in place, and getting an essentially bubble-free seal only takes a few swipes.

4.5 / 5

Design

Bevelled edges allow the protector to have a decent thickness without rough edges, while reflection-reducing and fingerprint-resistant design ensures the screen remains visible even in direct light.

4.5 / 5

Toughness

Thick, robust tempered glass that neither peels nor scratches easily – our testing didn’t leave a single mark on it.

5 / 5

Value

Priced at the cheaper end of the market and designed to last, although some rivals offer two protectors for their higher price.

4 / 5

Buy it if…

You want tough, durable protection
Belkin’s screen protector stood up to all of the abuse I could dream up. It doesn’t easily peel off, it shrugs off fingerprints and, try as I might, I wasn’t able to scratch it.

You struggle to apply most screen protectors
Thanks to its handy frame and effective adhesion, Belkin’s screen protector is very easy to apply. Even if you’re as ham-fisted as I am, you shouldn’t find it too hard to get it on straight.

Don’t buy it if…

You want a backup in case things go wrong
We all make mistakes – especially when it comes to applying screen protectors. So if you want a backup screen protector in case you mess one up, it’s worth picking up one of the options that includes two protectors for the price one.

You also need a bunch of other accessories
If you’re also on the hunt for a case, silicone grips, stick caps and headphones on top of your screen protector, you might find an all-inclusive option like the Snakebyte Starter Kit S2 for Nintendo Switch 2 suits you better.

How I tested the Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector for Nintendo Switch 2

• I applied the screen protector following the instructions
• I tested how it affects brightness, shows fingerprints, and how easy it is to damage
• I relied on decades of handheld gaming experience

Since TechRadar has started testing Nintendo Switch accessories, it’s been important for me to work out a standardized process for how we test them. First off, we apply the screen protector to a Nintendo Switch 2 to see how easy it is to adhere. Then we test how the screen protector affects the brightness of the screen and viewing angles, before seeing how it copes with smudges and fingerprints.

I also wanted to make sure that we checked how well the screen protectors cope with damage. While I wasn’t quite brave enough to drop a flagstone onto our testing Switch 2 and see whether it survived until the release of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, I did try several methods to test the hardiness of the Belkin Tempered Glass Anti-Reflective Screen Protector. I tried scuffing the edges of the screen protector and peeling it with my nails to see if it would come loose, before attempting to scratch it vigorously with my keys.

In terms of experience, not only have I been gaming on the go for most of my life – Imma OG Game Boy right here – but I’ve been writing about tech and gadgets on and off for almost 15 years. My reviews team tests a wide array of gaming accessories from controllers to wireless headsets – and perhaps most relevant, I’ve broken more screens than I can count.

• First reviewed: September 2025
• Read more about how we test

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