Kraken Sports Universal Smartphone Housing KRH08 V2 Review

The Kraken Sports KRH08 V2 is a universal underwater smartphone housing rated to an impressive 85m. It fits virtually any modern smartphone, features Bluetooth camera controls, a built-in battery that charges your phone, and a vacuum port for water-tight seal verification. A professional-grade solution for phone-based UW photography.

Brand

Kraken Sports

Category

Underwater Cameras

Price

$389 USD

Price tier

premium

Gear Score

8.9 / 10

User rating

4.6 (203 reviews)

Year

2026

Best for

serious phone photographers, deep diving, travel divers

Pros

Universal fit for nearly all modern smartphones; 85m depth rating is serious — deeper than most divers go; Built-in battery charges your phone while in the housing; Vacuum port for leak-check peace of mind

Cons

Heavier than phone-specific housings; Bluetooth control requires dedicated app; Premium price for a phone housing

Depth Rating

85m / 280ft

Compatibility

All current iPhones, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel

Max Phone Size

174.4 x 81.3 x 8.8mm

Battery

Built-in 18650 Li-ion (charges phone)

Controls

Bluetooth camera buttons

Vacuum Port

Yes

Weight

~1.9 lbs