PunCube MEK Wallet Horizon and Wasteland: New Versions and Two Clever Accessories

Introduction

The MEK wallet from PunCube was one of the more pleasant surprises in the wallet space: well made, genuinely functional, and with a sliding mechanism that gives it a near fidget-toyevel tactile appeal. The family has since grown, with a new Horizon version, a second Wasteland color, and two accessories that make the platform more flexible than ever.

Three Versions, One Wallet

There are three variations of the MEK wallet: Horizon with a smooth body, Wasteland with diagonal ridges, and Ripple with a rippled finish. The versions shown here are made from 6063 aluminum, though a titanium option is also available. Whichever version you choose, you get RFID blocking and a 5-year warranty.

The wallet itself is a horizontal style design that holds five to six credit cards in the main body, depending on card thickness, plus cash under the included stainless steel money clip. The money clip is optional in the sense that you can leave it off, and a small insert in the packaging shows exactly how to attach it. Dimensions are 3.86 by 2.36 inches with a thickness of 0.31 inches, so it stays slim even fully loaded.

Every MEK wallet also arrives in a metal case with clean packaging, which makes the unboxing feel more premium than the category usually demands.

The Fidget Factor

The part that sets the MEK wallet apart is the fidget inspired mechanical front plate. Press it up and the cards eject from the top, and the feel changes depending on which version you own.

The Wasteland produces a ratchety, clicking feedback as the plate slides, which the brand calls pinball. It is oddly satisfying and makes the wallet hard to put down. The Horizon, by contrast, is completely smooth, with no ratcheting at all. It still gives a subtle bit of feedback at the very top and bottom of the travel, so it remains fidget friendly, just in a quieter, more understated way.

If you prefer quiet operation, Horizon is the obvious pick. If you enjoy a mechanical click with every use, Wasteland delivers.

The Bifold Attachment

The most substantial new accessory is the bifold attachment, made of calf leather and mounted to the back of the wallet with magnets. It adds a quick access card pocket on the rear of the MEK wallet, so you do not have to eject your cards every time you want to use one. The large cutout makes cards easy to grab in and out of that front pocket.

Open it up and there is a reservoir inside for more cash, coins, a key, or additional cards. Testing showed it can hold up to two more credit cards in the reservoir (three would not fit), and the main body still holds six cards. For cash, five folded bills fit comfortably, and the absolute maximum is eight bills, at which point the magnets still close but the seal is not great. Seven bills keeps it completely sealed, so seven is the practical limit. It also handled three keys or five quarters and a nickel with no problem, closing up nicely.

There is even a felt material lining inside that acts as a bit of a sound barrier, which helps when you are carrying keys or coins. The obvious trade-off is that once the bifold is on the back, you can no longer use the stainless steel money clip for cash.

The MagSafe Accessory

The second accessory is a MagSafe mount that sticks to the back of the wallet and snaps it onto a compatible phone, such as an iPhone 16 Pro. The magnet is fairly strong and the wallet snaps on securely. Since the MEK wallet is already thin, slim, and low profile, a MagSafe version makes a lot of sense.

Both accessories use a nano reusable adhesive on the back. You peel off the backing, stick the accessory anywhere on the wallet, and if you change your mind, you can remove it, wipe it down with water, and it becomes sticky again. That means you can swap configurations without any permanent commitment.

Buying Advice

The best part of this whole system is that the bifold and MagSafe accessories are sold separately. If you already own a MEK wallet with a flat back, you can buy either accessory, peel the backing, and stick it on. They are reasonably priced too: the bifold accessory costs $29 and the MagSafe accessory $18.

That $18 MagSafe adapter is arguably the cleverest part, because it can turn almost any metal wallet with a flat backing into a MagSafe compatible wallet, not just a MEK.

Conclusion

The MEK wallet platform keeps getting better without changing what made it great. Choose Horizon for smooth silent sliding or Wasteland for that ratchety tactile click, and then tailor it with the bifold or MagSafe accessories as your carry needs evolve. For anyone who likes a well built metal wallet with a bit of personality, this lineup is easy to recommend.