Valve's Steam Deck is arguably the most sought-after handheld game console on the market right now, and gamers lucky enough to own one are already enjoying the benefit of playing their favorite titles on the go.

If you own a Steam Deck or are thinking of buying one soon, you may wish to consider investing in a vinyl skin set to bring some color to your console. These precision-cut skins come in a variety of styles and designs and offer scratch-resistant protection, as well as some visual flair.

These are the best alternative skins for Steam Deck available right now.

Precision cut for the Steam Deck, the POP SKIN Steam Deck Skin is a full covering skin for the handheld console. This means, aside from the screen (obviously), it masks every square inch of the Steam Deck, leaving it looking resplendent with a cool arctic white covering that includes the D-Pad, triggers, and trackpads.

Made from high-quality vinyl, this skin is cut with an air-release channel that allows for fast, bubble-free installation. Cleverly, the "sticky side" is coated in pressure-activated adhesive; meaning it can be guided into place, and even repositioned before being stuck down. Reassuring, given the cost of this skin, that it’s not a "one-shot" vinyl sticker.

As a bonus, this premium skin is made using eco-friendly inks too. It offers UV, dirt, and scratch protection for your Steam Deck, and offers a solid gaming grip as well, once applied. And should the day come when you want to take off your skin (so to speak), it allows for fast and clean removal, leaving no residue behind. Cooler than a polar bear on a glacier.

Key Features
  • Full covering skin for Steam Deck
  • Pressure sensitive adhesive
  • Protects against UV, dirt and scratches
  • Clean, residue-free removal
Specifications
  • Brand: POP SKIN
  • Color: White
  • Material: Vinyl
  • Weight: 4.8 ounces
  • Dimensions: 7 x 14.17 x 0 inches
  • Compatible with: Steam Deck
Pros
  • Full Steam Deck coverage
  • Allows multiple re-paste attempts
  • Precision cut
  • Made with eco-friendly ink
Cons
  • Expensive
  • One design only
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POP SKIN Full Wrapping Vinyl Skin for Steam Deck

The JSAUX Skin Stickers Set for Steam Deck offers a custom sticker pack for Valve’s handheld marvel, which includes a vinyl skin decal sticker, an anti-slip grip sticker, trackpad stickers, plus a set of thumb grip caps. It's available in five different designs, including the "Retro Boy" Gameboy-inspired design pictured here.

It’s made from a high-quality PVC material that boasts a wrinkle and warp-free application. JSAUX's Skin Stickers Set is reasonably forgiving in terms of repositioning and will allow for a second or even third pass at final positioning. It offers scratch-proof protection, and its anti-slip surface means it won’t inhibit gameplay.

This set includes two sets of skin stickers as well, giving you decent value for money, as well as a bunch of chances to get it perfectly aligned! And the patterned trackpads in particular are a very cool feature of this set. A quality skin set with forgiving adhesive coating, and a highly polished final look that gamers will love.

Key Features
  • Includes thumb grip set
  • Five designs available
  • High-quality PVC material
  • Includes two sets of skin stickers
Specifications
  • Brand: JSAUX
  • Color: Retro Boy
  • Material: PVC
  • Weight: 4.6 ounces
  • Dimensions: 12.91 x 9.57 x 0.43 inches
  • Compatible with: Steam Deck
Pros
  • Bonus thumbpads included
  • Some great design choices
  • Allows for repositioning
  • Two sets of stickers included
Cons
  • Back sticker does seal up the Steam Deck's back panel
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JSAUX Skin Stickers Set for Steam Deck

They say that variety is the spice of life. And by the looks of it, PlayVital wholeheartedly agrees with this; because the PlayVital Full Set Protective Skin Decal for Steam Deck comes in no less than 20 fantastic designs. So, no matter what you’re looking for, you’re bound to find something that tickles your fancy.

Each design is precision cut to fit the dimensions of your Steam Deck, and the vinyl decals cover the front trackpads and rear triggers too, for a more fluid and comprehensive coverage. Premium adhesive stickers treat your Steam Deck with the respect it deserves and don’t leave troublesome residue behind if you ever want to change up the design.

And it’s the designs here that are the real treat. From an interpretation of "The Great Wave off Kanagawa", to goth-friendly designs, dazzling star fields, and Army camo, there’s something for everyone here. Competitively priced among other Steam Deck decals too, these designs are highly recommended if you’re looking for something a bit more colorful for your handheld gaming.

Key Features
  • Precision cut for the Steam Deck
  • 20 different designs available
  • Easy application and removal
  • Protects against scratches
Specifications
  • Brand: PlayVital
  • Material: Vinyl
  • Weight: 0.635 ounces
  • Dimensions: 7.87 x 2.76 x 1.97 inches
  • Compatible with: Steam Deck
Pros
  • Plenty of choices
  • Affordable
  • Package includes two sets of skins
Cons
  • Not the most durable option
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PlayVital Full Set Protective Skin Decal for Steam Deck

Offering a smooth matte finish for your Steam Deck, this Design Skinz Skin Decal Protective Scratch-Resistant Removeable Wrap Cover is available in a variety of (mostly solid color) designs. As such, they’re recommended for anyone who is bored of the standard black stylings of their Steam Deck and wants to inject it with a brand-new hue.

Coverage is pretty comprehensive here, and it’s only the rear triggers, shoulder triggers, and the D-pad that remain uncovered by this decal. Precise cut-outs allow those rear vents to continue doing their thing, unobstructed, and crystal-clear lamination provides for a high gloss finish.

An air-release adhesive backing means application shouldn’t be hampered by any troublesome air bubbles, although caution is advised in terms of positioning, as the adhesive on this skin is strong. One false move, and you might find things slightly misaligned, without the option to reposition them. That said, with a little due diligence, you shouldn’t have much trouble applying this skin set, and the results are more than worth it.

Key Features
  • 22 designs available
  • Air-release adhesive backing
  • High-gloss finish
  • Scratch-resistant
Specifications
  • Brand: Design Skinz
  • Color: Solid Dark Red
  • Material: Vinyl
  • Weight: 4 ounces
  • Dimensions: 13.81 x 5.75 x 0.01 inches
  • Compatible with: Steam Deck
Pros
  • Solid color designs look neat
  • Air-release adhesive backing
  • Decent defense against scratch damage
Cons
  • Strong adhesive doesn't provide much margin for error
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Design Skinz Skin Decal Compatible with Steam Deck

Available in a variety of designs from a cutesy Halloween cartoon style to a Queen of Hearts playing card design, the Amazear Vinyl Skin Decal for Steam Deck has plenty of appeals. And for gamers more in tune with their dark side, there are some more monstrous and demonic designs to court here as well.

The high-quality PVC stickers in this pack are cut to measure and are forgiving enough to allow for several re-pastes. Air guide grooves on the back of these vinyl stickers help make the application process a cinch and are effective at reducing air bubbles too. And if you’re unlucky enough to get an air bubble or two, you’ll find them relatively easy to smooth out for a flawless finish.

These stickers can be easily removed, and don’t leave any sticky residue behind. They offer dust and scratch protection, and the colorful designs are useful for helping you pick out your Steam Deck in a crowd. If there’s a negative here, it’s that the console’s trackpads are left uncovered, while some other skins continue the design across these surfaces. However, if this doesn’t trouble you, you’ll enjoy a great skin set here for a reasonable price.

Key Features
  • Seven designs available
  • Air guide grooves
  • Dust and scratch protection
Specifications
  • Brand: Amazear
  • Color: 4-Halloween Eve
  • Material: Vinyl
  • Weight: 2.08 ounces
  • Dimensions: 9.96 x 7.64 x 0.43 inches
  • Compatible with: Steam Deck
Pros
  • Allows for several re-pastes
  • Air bubble occurence minimal and easily fixed
  • Colorful and fun designs
Cons
  • Trackpads not covered by decal
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Amazear Vinyl Skin Decal for Steam Deck

Leaving no trackpad uncovered, the VEUNNS Full Set Games Decal Skin for Steam Deck even boasts that it improves the feel of the console’s trackpads, once applied. It’s made from eco-friendly PVC and is available in 27 different designs. You’ll find black geometric designs, ice cream/waffle decals, paint splatters, and even a rendering of Van Gogh’s Starry Night on offer here.

The surface of this decal has a skid-proof coating to improve player grip and comfort, and the pasting surface features a square groove to dispel any air bubbles and provide a smoother application. This skin is splash-proof and protects against scratches and oily fingerprints. It can be removed easily too, with no residual damage.

This pack includes one full set of skin decals and a set of cleaning wipes. And like all quality skin sets, the adhesive surface is pressure sensitive, allowing for multiple pasting attempts. The final finish is satisfying and well worth the asking price. The designs themselves are so eclectic that you probably won’t like all 27 of them, but with so much choice, you’re bound to find a few that you love.

Key Features
  • Available in 27 different designs
  • Made from eco-friendly PVC
  • Pressure-sensitive PVC
  • Protects against dust and scratches
Specifications
  • Brand: VEUENNS
  • Color: Black Geometric
  • Weight: 0.04 ounces
  • Dimensions: 12.99 x 5.71 x 0.08 inches
  • Compatible with: Steam Deck
Pros
  • Loads of designs to choose from
  • Pressure-sensitive adhesive allows for easy application
  • Uses eco-friendly materials
Cons
  • Only one set included
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VEUENNS Full Set Games Decal Skin for Steam Deck

Let’s say you love the smooth matte black of your Steam Deck and aren’t looking to change it anytime soon. But what you do want to do is introduce a little accent of color by adding a tactile skin to your trackpads, which will also protect their longevity. Voila! The TouchProtect Steam Deck Trackpad Skins have you covered (literally and figuratively).

Made from automotive vinyl, the TouchProtect Steam Deck skins offer heightened tactile feedback for your trackpads, as well as provide them with protection against scratches and smudges. Available in a range of different colors and patterns, these trackpad skins are easy to apply and remove and are great for adding a bit of cosmetic flair to your Steam Deck.

TouchProtect’s trackpad skins look top drawer and don’t compromise on your trackpad’s sensitivity. Offering extra protection for what is arguably the most sensitive area of your console, they make a very worthwhile investment for improving the performance and preserving the integrity of your Steam Deck.

Key Features
  • Made from automotive vinyl
  • 12 available designs
  • Tactile Steam Deck trackpad skins
  • Scratch protection
Specifications
  • Brand: TouchProtect
  • Color: Red
  • Material: Vinyl
  • Weight: 0.18 ounces
  • Dimensions: 3.5 x 2.1 x 0.2 inches
  • Compatible with: Steam Deck
Pros
  • Improves tactile feedback from trackpads
  • Adds a little visual flair
  • Easy application an removal
Cons
  • A little expensive for what they are
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TouchProtect Steam Deck

FAQ

Q: Are Steam Deck Skins Worth It?

Like many similar cosmetic skins, whether a Steam Deck skin is worth it or not comes down to personal preference. However, if you're looking to change up your Steam Deck's appearance, then there is a huge variety of available designs to consider.

In practical terms, they do offer some protection against scratch damage, and general wear and tear. So even if you're happy with the way your Steam Deck looks, you may wish to consider investing in an extra layer of protection.

Q: Are Steam Deck Skins Safe to Use?

The short answer is yes. Most Steam Deck skins use adhesive coatings that won't damage the casing of your Steam Deck. In the majority of cases, they are easy to remove and don't leave any damaging residue behind that might sully the overall appearance.