There is a large market today that was created from the basic necessity to protect your iPod Nano 8GB from marks, dust, dirt, and other elements that may damage the MP3 player. iPod Nano cases also protects the color screen and the click wheel. Almost all the cases in the market have a built in cover that you can flip up or back to cover the front screen.

So, which is the best iPod Nano case? Choose your iPod case cautiously as you want to protect your iPod Nano 8GB but you also want to be able to get to all the controls.

The best cases for trendy users are those that are silicon based and made by iPod experts like: iSkin, Speck, and iCandy. The silicon material of these iPod cases sees to it that your iPod Nano 8GB is free from dust and stays within the case even if you shop your way around the mall. Not only are silicon cases soft and cool to the touch; they also provide a surface that has an easy to grasp case so your iPod wont slip out of your hands.

If spending $20 to $100 for an iPod case is not within your budget, you may want to consider looking at the plastic cases. While certainly not as trendy, the truth is that hard, plastic cases will still protect your iPod from scratches and dirt.

These cases could do the job of silicon iPod cases less the price.Without spending a lot of money, you can get a basic, hard plastic iPod case that will protect your iPod while offering you various color and carry options, such as a lanyard or belt clip.

Do realize though, that if your iPod slips out of your grip just one time, that could spell disaster so do take into consideration what material the iPod Nano case is constructed of before you buy.

Be sure and choose an iPod Nano case that wont break or shatter when accidentally dropped.

There is a good collection of Italian leather iPod cases are also available in e-stores. Dress your iPod Nano 8GB in a leather iPod case and you don’t have to worry about dropping it and you can still have complete access to the click wheel and other features.

Take to the water and take your iPod along with a waterproof case from H2O Audio, which protects your digital device while swimming or diving.The case is very thin, waterproof and has a transparent exoskeleton for the click wheel. You’ll pay a pretty penny for this iPod case but it may be worth it if you spend a lot of time in the water.