iPad Pro Cases: At their live event on October 30th, Apple debuted brand new 2018 iPad Pro devices. Like with most mobile devices, it’s wise to keep them in a case for protection and longevity. Luckily, Apple has already created their own smart folio and other third-party manufacturers are also making their own 11-inch and 3rd generation 12.9 inch iPad Pro cases.
Apple iPad Pro Cases
- Smart Keyboard Folio for 11-inch iPad Pro $179
- Smart Folio for 11-inch iPad Pro $79
- Smart Keyboard Folio for 12.9-inch iPad Pro (3rd gen) $199
- Smart Folio for 12.9-inch iPad Pro (3rd gen) $99
Please note that the iPad pro cases that work with a smart keyboard are the ones labeled Smart Keyboard Folio. The other listed options are regular case holders.
Pad & Quill
Pad & Quill offer a variety of options. You can choose either leather cases, leather sleeves, or covers.
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Speck
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch Presidio Pro Folio Cases (2018) $90
- iPad Pro 11-inch Presidio/Balance Cases from $40
Please note that Speck’s offerings do not come with a keyboard. They are simple cases that protect your iPad.
DODOcase
WaterField
WaterField also offers a free pencil holder which normally sells for $39. Offer valid while supplies last.
Budget Friendly iPad Pro Amazon 11-inch Cases
The following cases, available on Amazon, are cheaper than the above choices. We recommend using one of the following to protect your new Apple device until you can buy a better case.
- Belkin Air Protect Always-On Sleeve $29
- ProCase Slim Case $11
- Ztotop Magnetic Ultra Slim Minimalist $24
- TOPSKY Shockproof iPad Pro Case $18
- ESR Intelligent Premium Business Case $21
- MoKo Felt Sleeve Bag $13
- Luvvitt iPad Pro Clarity Flexible TPU $15
These are the best iPad Pro cases that money can buy. Whether you need a case with a smart keyboard, a regular folio, or a case with a pencil holder, there’s something for everyone.
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I want to buy a new case but I’m not sure. I have a protective cover and it works well with the Apple pencil. I’m worried that a full case won’t do so well…
Hi there,
The cases provided by Apple work with the Apple Pencil. I’m not sure for the others. You can contact the various manufacturers via their website for the most part or read the product descriptions for the keyboards or cases carefully to find out.
When in doubt, go with Apple. That way you can return it if not satisfied. Best of luck!
The new iPad Pro is so sexy!
I want to buy a new case but I’m not sure. I have a protective cover and it works well with the Apple pencil. I’m worried that a full case won’t do so well…
Hi there,
The cases provided by Apple work with the Apple Pencil. I’m not sure for the others. You can contact the various manufacturers via their website for the most part or read the product descriptions for the keyboards or cases carefully to find out.
When in doubt, go with Apple. That way you can return it if not satisfied. Best of luck!
The new iPad Pro is so sexy!
Just go with Apple. It fits well. Looks good. And has all the keys just like a MacBook keyboard.
I bought mine with the smart folio from the apple website. Does the job quite nicely.
Apple’s smart folio is expensive as heck but well worth it for absolute compatibility.
Just go with Apple. It fits well. Looks good. And has all the keys just like a MacBook keyboard.
I bought mine with the smart folio from the apple website. Does the job quite nicely.
Apple’s smart folio is expensive as heck but well worth it for absolute compatibility.
Great post. Haven’t really thought of a case but I think I’d get a case with a keyboard if it comes down to it because I like to work from my iPad and this will make typing even faster.
Get the ESR Intelligent Case. It’s cheap but it protects my iPad and the material is strong.
Hey Tammy,
Glad you like your case. However, I should mention that this case does not offer support for the Apple Pencil. Hence it won’t fit properly or at all with the pencil attached. At the moment, I believe only the keyboard cases offered by Apple work well with the pencil. Thanks for your comment.
I have been looking for an ipad pro 12.9 case with a pencil holder but there doesn’t seem to be any available yet. I find it hard to buy a whole bag just to get a pencil holder.
Hey Johnny,
Give it some time, maybe there will be one. For what its worth, the Smart Keyboard Folios that Apple sells fit with the Apple Pencil attached to your iPad Pro. You might want to give that a try. It basically eliminates the need for a pencil holder. Best of luck.
I just need a case to protect the body from scratches. I’d get a cheap one on Amazon. That’d do the trick. No need for all the other fancy gimmicks.
Great post. Haven’t really thought of a case but I think I’d get a case with a keyboard if it comes down to it because I like to work from my iPad and this will make typing even faster.
Get the ESR Intelligent Case. It’s cheap but it protects my iPad and the material is strong.
Hey Tammy,
Glad you like your case. However, I should mention that this case does not offer support for the Apple Pencil. Hence it won’t fit properly or at all with the pencil attached. At the moment, I believe only the keyboard cases offered by Apple work well with the pencil. Thanks for your comment.
I have been looking for an ipad pro 12.9 case with a pencil holder but there doesn’t seem to be any available yet. I find it hard to buy a whole bag just to get a pencil holder.
Hey Johnny,
Give it some time, maybe there will be one. For what its worth, the Smart Keyboard Folios that Apple sells fit with the Apple Pencil attached to your iPad Pro. You might want to give that a try. It basically eliminates the need for a pencil holder. Best of luck.
Nice options. Can’t wait for more to come out. I’m gonna wait cause I really need one with a pencil holder. Apple’s folio seems to be the only ones compatible at the moment but they cost too much for me :(
I just got the Oxford Leather case for the iPad Pro 12.9 inch from Pad & Quill. It’s really nice and well crafted. It fits snugly and protects the surface from scratches. It’s not bulky at all.
Nice Anne-Marie! I’m glad that you like your new case.
Apple needs to make some nice leather cases for these new iPad Pro before I buy one of their “smart keyboard folios”.
That’s where third-party keyboard makers come in to give a bit more variety. I don’t know why but Apple went with silicone/plastic for the newest Smart Keyboard Folios.
I just need a case to protect the body from scratches. I’d get a cheap one on Amazon. That’d do the trick. No need for all the other fancy gimmicks.
Nice options. Can’t wait for more to come out. I’m gonna wait cause I really need one with a pencil holder. Apple’s folio seems to be the only ones compatible at the moment but they cost too much for me :(
I just got the Oxford Leather case for the iPad Pro 12.9 inch from Pad & Quill. It’s really nice and well crafted. It fits snugly and protects the surface from scratches. It’s not bulky at all.
Nice Anne-Marie! I’m glad that you like your new case.
Apple needs to make some nice leather cases for these new iPad Pro before I buy one of their “smart keyboard folios”.
That’s where third-party keyboard makers come in to give a bit more variety. I don’t know why but Apple went with silicone/plastic for the newest Smart Keyboard Folios.
I like my iPad pro case with a pencil holder. the new Apple pencil sticks to the iPad pro so I guess I don’t need a case with a pencil holder anymore.
Hey Jen,
That’s right! The 2018 iPad Pro has a third generation Apple Pencil. This pencil sticks to the new iPad. I think this will make it hard to lose, haha! So, just maybe a case with a pencil holder is just about unnecessary as a case with a glass holder.
The Apple smart folio is the best buy I must say. They know how to make accessories for their products.
Thanks for your comment, William. Apple does have some well-crafted accessories but you can’t deny that there are manufacturers out there that make pretty decent features like pencil holders and space for cards etc.
The best iPad keyboard case is from Apple. It is expensive I know but the quality is well worth it.
Hey David,
Thanks for your comment.
I like my iPad pro case with a pencil holder. the new Apple pencil sticks to the iPad pro so I guess I don’t need a case with a pencil holder anymore.
Hey Jen,
That’s right! The 2018 iPad Pro has a third generation Apple Pencil. This pencil sticks to the new iPad. I think this will make it hard to lose, haha! So, just maybe a case with a pencil holder is just about unnecessary as a case with a glass holder.
The Apple smart folio is the best buy I must say. They know how to make accessories for their products.
Thanks for your comment, William. Apple does have some well-crafted accessories but you can’t deny that there are manufacturers out there that make pretty decent features like pencil holders and space for cards etc.
The best iPad keyboard case is from Apple. It is expensive I know but the quality is well worth it.
Hey David,
Thanks for your comment.