Features: Keyboard, backlit keys, trackpad, switch power | Form: Hard shell | Link: Bluetooth, USB-C, Smart Connector
It’s hard to get better than Apple Magic keyboard if you want a bag that will turn your tablet into a decent laptop instead. iPads attach to it magnetically, move over the buttons and trackpad, while allowing you to angle it 90-130 degrees to get the right viewing position. It feels surprisingly solid and the keyboard itself is great for long periods of use. It doesn’t have the same stability as a standard laptop if you use it on your lap, but you also won’t feel like your setup is going to crash anytime soon. The glass trackpad is another standout—it’s wide enough for gestures and generally easy to use, even if it’s noticeably smaller than what you’d get on a full-size MacBook.
While this offers one of the best typing experiences you can get with a selection of iPad Pro cases and other models, there are two major drawbacks. Magic keyboard: doesn’t provide a ton of drop protection and is expensive. The edges don’t wrap around the iPad, so it’s not the best buy if you’re particularly prone to dropping things. Also, the Magic Keyboard costs between $300 and $350, depending on the size of the iPad. It’s certainly the most luxurious iPad case on this list, but those who want to make their iPad as functional as possible will get a lot of use out of it. If you want a cheaper but official Apple alternative, you can consider the Apple Smart Keyboard Folio, which comes in at a more affordable $179.
