Buying Guide
Best Phone Straps in Malaysia (2026): Wrist & Crossbody Picks Compared
A phone strap keeps your phone attached to you, on your wrist or across your body, so it is harder to drop and easier to carry when your hands are full. This guide compares the straps GALADO sells today, explains wrist vs crossbody and 6mm vs 7mm, and shows how a strap attaches to most phone cases in under a minute.
About GALADO: GALADO is a phone case and accessories brand from Penang, founded in 2015. 34,000+ happy customers have ordered from GALADO since 2015, and we are rated 4.9 stars from 13,600+ ratings. Visit our Experience Store in Bayan Lepas or read our guide to handmade phone charms in Malaysia.
Which Phone Strap Is Best for You?
Pick by how you carry your phone. Each price is for one strap, with its strap card included.
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| Strap | Length | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Wrist Strap | 13cm rope | A finger strap, or AirPods and keys | RM69 |
| Mini Wrist Strap | 21cm rope | Smaller wrists, everyday carry | RM75 |
| Wrist Strap | 28.5cm rope | All wrist sizes, easier on and off | RM85 |
| Crossbody Phone Strap (7mm) | Adjustable up to 150cm | Hands-free carry across the body | RM89 |
| Pos Malaysia Crossbody Phone Strap (6mm) | Adjustable up to 150cm | A slimmer red and gold collab strap | RM89 |
What Is a Phone Strap?
A phone strap is a rope that clips onto your phone case so the phone hangs from your wrist or across your body. GALADO’s straps come in three sizes:
- Wrist straps: a loop for your hand. The Mini Wrist Strap has a 21cm rope made for smaller wrists; the Wrist Strap has a 28.5cm rope that suits all wrist sizes.
- Crossbody phone straps: a long rope, adjustable up to 150cm, worn over one shoulder and across the body so the phone hangs at your hip, hands-free.
- Baby wrist strap: a 13cm loop that works as a finger strap, or as a mini carry strap for AirPods, keys and small pouches.
All of them clip onto a strap card that sits inside your case, so they work with most phone cases, including cases without a lanyard hole.
Other names you will see: phone lanyard, wrist lanyard, handphone strap, phone sling, crossbody phone lanyard and phone string. They usually mean the same thing: a strap that keeps your phone tethered to you. “Lanyard” can also mean a cord worn around the neck, which GALADO doesn’t sell.
Phone Strap vs Phone Charm vs Phone Lanyard
The three get mixed up online. Here is how they differ:
| Type | What it is | What it’s for | GALADO price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone charm | A short decorative piece that clips onto your case, from mini clip-ons to handmade beaded charms | Style and personality | RM29 to RM195 |
| Wrist strap | A rope loop for your hand or finger, 13cm to 28.5cm | Holding the phone securely while you use it | RM69 to RM85 |
| Crossbody phone strap | A long rope, adjustable up to 150cm | Hands-free carry across the body | RM89 |
| Phone lanyard | A cord worn around the neck | Keeping the phone at chest height | Not stocked |
Read more in our phone charm vs phone strap explainer, or browse GALADO phone charms. A charm and a strap can share the same strap card.
Wrist Strap vs Crossbody: Which Should You Pick?
It comes down to how you use your phone day to day:
- Choose a wrist strap if you mostly hold your phone: taking photos, scrolling on the train, paying at the counter. It catches the phone if it slips and stays out of the way when you are not using it.
- Choose a crossbody strap if you want both hands free: commuting, carrying shopping bags, holding a child’s hand, walking the dog or travelling. The phone hangs at your hip, ready to grab.
You don’t have to choose for good. The strap card stays in your case, so a wrist strap and a crossbody strap can take turns on the same phone.
Strap Width: 6mm vs 7mm vs Wider
Rope thickness changes the look and how the strap feels on your skin:
- 7mm: the thickness of every GALADO wrist strap and of the 7mm crossbody straps, which GALADO moved up to 7mm for extra durability and comfort. It reads as a deliberate accessory rather than a cable.
- 6mm: a slimmer, daintier rope. GALADO’s 6mm option today is the Pos Malaysia Crossbody Phone Strap, which uses a double-layer rope.
- Wider straps: flat webbing straps of 10mm and up exist for a bolder look, but GALADO doesn’t make them.
Not sure? Go 7mm. It is GALADO’s standard thickness and comes in the most colours.
How Do Phone Straps Attach to Your Phone?
There are two ways:
- With a strap card (works with most cases): take your phone out of its case, lay the thin strap card at the bottom of the case where the charging port is, with its loop coming out of the bottom, then put the phone back in. Clip the strap’s carabiner onto the loop. No tools and no glue. Every GALADO strap comes with a strap card.
- With a built-in lanyard hole: some cases have a small loop or hole for a strap. If yours does, clip the strap straight onto it.
Need a spare card for a second case? The Strap Card (2pcs) is RM29, the 360° Strap Card spins all the way round (RM29 for one), and the 360° Ultra Slim Card is only 0.2mm thin, against 0.5mm for a regular card (RM35 for one). Step-by-step photos are in our guide to attaching a phone charm or strap: the same method works for both.
Best Phone Straps in Malaysia (2026)
Our picks from GALADO’s current range, with prices and colours checked on 25 October 2026. Every strap is dispatched within 1 to 2 working days, with free shipping across Malaysia.
1GALADO Mini Wrist Strap: Best Everyday Phone Strap
Editor’s Pick- Price
- RM75
- Type
- Wrist strap, 21cm rope
- Rope
- 7mm, hypoallergenic and skin-friendly
- Colours
- Cloud Blue, Lilac, Midnight Blue, Natural Titanium, Pink Fizz, Pink Swirl, Soft Steel, Titanium Gold (8 in stock)
- Includes
- Strap card
Why it stands out: Small enough to forget about until the moment it saves your phone. The 21cm rope is sized for smaller wrists, and the eight colours run from soft pastels to metallic Natural Titanium and Titanium Gold, which pair well with titanium-look iPhone Pro cases.
2GALADO Wrist Strap: Best for a Roomier Fit
- Price
- RM85
- Type
- Wrist strap, 28.5cm rope
- Rope
- 7mm, hypoallergenic and skin-friendly
- Colours
- Lilac, Midnight Blue, Natural Titanium, Pink Swirl, Soft Steel, Titanium Gold Black (6 in stock)
- Includes
- Strap card
Why it stands out: The longer 28.5cm rope suits all wrist sizes and slips on and off more easily than the Mini. It is the better pick if you have bigger hands or take the strap off often.
3GALADO Crossbody Phone Strap (7mm): Best for Hands-Free Carry
- Price
- RM89
- Type
- Crossbody strap, adjustable up to 150cm
- Rope
- 7mm, waterproof and sweatproof
- Colours
- Black, Deep Blue, Orange, Pink Fizz, Soft Steel (5 in stock)
- Includes
- Strap card and carabiner
Why it stands out: Wear it across your body and your phone hangs at your hip, so both hands are free for bags, tickets, coffee or kids. The rope is waterproof and sweatproof, the length adjusts up to 150cm, and the metal carabiner clips on and off easily.
4Pos Malaysia Crossbody Phone Strap (6mm): Best Collab Strap
Collab- Price
- RM89
- Type
- Crossbody strap, adjustable up to 150cm
- Rope
- 6mm double-layer red rope with gold metal
- Story
- Part of the Pos Malaysia x GALADO collaboration
- Includes
- Black strap card and gold carabiner
Why it stands out: A slimmer 6mm rope in red with gold metal, from GALADO’s limited-edition collaboration with Pos Malaysia. It suits anyone who wants a crossbody strap with a local story.
5GALADO Baby Wrist Strap: Best Finger Strap
- Price
- RM69
- Type
- Finger strap or mini carry strap, 13cm rope
- Rope
- 7mm, hypoallergenic and skin-friendly
- Colours
- Natural Titanium, Titanium Gold (2 in stock)
- Includes
- Strap card
Why it stands out: A short loop that works as a finger strap when you shoot photos or scroll one-handed, and doubles as a mini carry strap for AirPods, keys and small pouches.
6Strap Cards and Carabiner Ring: Best Add-Ons
- Spare card
- Strap Card (2pcs), RM29, nylon and iron
- Spinning card
- 360° Strap Card, RM29 for one, spins all the way round
- Thinnest card
- 360° Ultra Slim Card, RM35 for one, 0.2mm thin
- Clip
- Carabiner Ring, RM25 for two, with a spring-loaded latch
Why they help: A spare strap card lets two phones or two cases each keep their own card, so moving a strap between them takes seconds. The Carabiner Ring is a small spring-latch clip for hanging a charm or your keys.
Is a Phone Strap Worth It?
For most people, yes. A strap is a low-cost way to make drops less likely, and it makes your phone easier to carry. The honest trade-offs:
- Pros: a lower risk of dropping your phone on the move, hands-free carry with a crossbody strap, easier one-handed photos, and an easy way to add colour to a plain case.
- Cons: the strap card adds a thin layer inside your case (0.5mm for a regular card, 0.2mm for the 360° Ultra Slim Card), and a long crossbody rope is one more thing to untangle in your bag.
Phone Strap Care Guide: How to Make It Last
- Wipe off sweat and sunscreen. A damp cloth with a little mild soap cleans the rope. Let it air-dry before you wear it again.
- Don’t overload it. A phone strap is made to carry a phone, not a bag. Don’t hang shopping or a water bottle from it.
- Check the clip now and then. Make sure the carabiner closes fully and the card’s loop isn’t frayed. A spare strap card is RM29.
- Reset the card after cleaning your case. If you take the case off, lay the card flat at the bottom again before you put the phone back.
- Store it loosely. Coil a crossbody rope loosely or hang it up rather than knotting it tight.
Where to Buy Phone Straps in Malaysia
- GALADO online: wrist, crossbody and finger straps from RM69, plus strap cards and clips, with over 20 strap colourways in stock as of 25 October 2026. Free shipping across Malaysia, dispatched within 1 to 2 working days, and a 6-month limited warranty on GALADO products bought on galado.com.my.
- GALADO Experience Store, Penang: see and buy straps in person at 35-02-38 Golden Triangle 2, Jalan Dato Ismail Hashim, 11900 Bayan Lepas. Walk-ins are welcome, Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm (closed on Sunday). Store details.
- Marketplaces: Shopee and Lazada list plenty of straps. Look closely at photos of the clip and the strap card, read recent reviews, and check the rope length before you buy.
Frequently Asked Questions: Phone Straps in Malaysia
Which phone strap is best?
For most people, a wrist strap: the Mini Wrist Strap (RM75) for smaller wrists, or the Wrist Strap (RM85) for a roomier fit. If you want both hands free, the Crossbody Phone Strap (7mm) at RM89 is the best pick, with a waterproof rope that adjusts up to 150cm.
Is a phone strap a good idea?
Yes, for most people. A strap lowers the risk of dropping your phone, makes one-handed photos easier and, as a crossbody, frees both hands. The only trade-off is the thin strap card inside your case: 0.5mm for a regular card, or 0.2mm with the 360° Ultra Slim Card.
What is a phone strap called?
You will also see phone lanyard, wrist lanyard, handphone strap, phone sling and crossbody phone lanyard. They all describe a strap that keeps your phone tethered to your wrist or body. A lanyard can also mean a cord worn around the neck.
Where can I buy phone straps in Malaysia?
Online at galado.com.my, where GALADO’s wrist, crossbody and finger straps cost RM69 to RM89 and ship free across Malaysia, dispatched within 1 to 2 working days. You can also see and buy them at GALADO’s Experience Store in Bayan Lepas, Penang, where walk-ins are welcome.
How much do phone straps cost in Malaysia?
At GALADO, phone straps cost RM69 to RM89 as of 25 October 2026: the Baby Wrist Strap is RM69, the Mini Wrist Strap RM75, the Wrist Strap RM85, and both crossbody straps RM89. Each comes with a strap card, and a spare Strap Card (2pcs) is RM29.
What is the difference between a phone strap and a phone charm?
A phone strap is a rope loop or long cord that keeps your phone tethered to your wrist or body. A phone charm is a shorter decorative piece that clips onto your case for style. Both clip onto the same strap card, so one case can wear either, or both together.
How does a phone strap attach to a phone case?
With a strap card: take the phone out, lay the thin card at the bottom of the case where the charging port is, with its loop coming out of the bottom, and put the phone back in. Then clip the strap’s carabiner onto the loop. If your case has a built-in lanyard hole, clip the strap straight onto that instead. Every GALADO strap comes with a strap card.
Are phone straps safe for the phone case?
Yes. The strap card sits flat between the phone and the case, so nothing is glued or drilled. Just don’t overload the strap, because it is made to carry a phone, not a bag, and lay the card flat again if you take the case off.
What width should I choose: 6mm or 7mm phone strap?
Choose 7mm unless you specifically want a slimmer look. It is the thickness of every GALADO wrist strap and of the 7mm crossbody straps, and it comes in the most colours. The 6mm option is the Pos Malaysia Crossbody Phone Strap, with a slimmer double-layer red rope.
Can I use one phone strap with multiple phones?
Yes. Unclip the strap from one phone’s strap card and clip it onto another. A spare Strap Card (2pcs, RM29) lets each phone or case keep its own card, so switching takes seconds.
Is GALADO a Malaysian brand?
Yes. GALADO is a phone case and accessories brand from Penang, Malaysia, founded in 2015, and 34,000+ happy customers have ordered from GALADO since. Orders ship free across Malaysia, and free to Singapore on orders over S$60.
Do phone straps work with MagSafe and wireless charging?
You can keep charging with a GALADO strap card in place, by cable or wirelessly, as our attach guide explains. If your case fits snugly, the 360° Ultra Slim Card is only 0.2mm thin, against 0.5mm for a regular card.
