16 impressive cases and covers for your new iPad (2017)

Update: We refreshed this article to include cases for the latest iPad (2017), and remove some older options.

The Apple iPad (2017) brings together everything you need in a tablet for an affordable price. It offers a vibrant 9.7-inch screen, snappy performance, and long battery life. The exterior design is familiar by now, though the latest iPad is a touch thicker than its predecessor — the iPad Air 2. If you want to add a flourish of personal style to Apple’s minimalist design, choose functional elements to enhance your daily use, and make sure your iPad is safe when you sling it in your bag — all it takes is the right case.

On the first two pages, you’ll find recommended iPad cases that are available for the new iPad, as well as some of the older models. On the last page, you’ll find some of our favorite iPad Air 2 cases, which are mostly available for the original iPad Air as well, but not for Apple’s latest iPad just yet.

Griffin Survivor Journey Folio Case ($50)

This is a versatile iPad case with plenty to offer. The main shell is tough TPU that will protect your Apple tablet from falls of up to 6 feet. The clever folio cover attaches via magnets, so it can be removed when you don’t need it. The cover also folds back to act as a stand for typing or watching videos. Because of the built-in magnets, you can also stick your iPad to the fridge door. The gold, silver, and gray finishes are designed to match your iPad.

Available at:

Amazon Griffin

New Trent Gladius Case ($30)

The obvious star of the show here is the 360-degree rotating leather hand strap, which makes holding your iPad a breeze. This rugged case also provides good drop protection. The hard-shell interior is surrounded by rubber and there’s a built-in screen protector. Underneath the strap, there’s a metal arm that can fold out to act as sturdy stand. The cut-outs are all accurate, providing easy access to the camera and Touch ID, and there are durable button covers for the controls.

Available at:

Amazon

Twelve South BookBook Case ($65)

You can disguise your iPad as an old book with this stylish case from Twelve South. These genuine leather cases look just like vintage tomes. Each case is distressed to create an aged aesthetic that brings some unique character. Two zippers with leather tags allow you to securely close your iPad inside. Open the case, and you’ll find a leather frame to hold your iPad snug and secure, along with a dark, soft, suede interior that prevents scratches. The interior leather sleeve that holds your iPad can be partially detached via two stud closures, so you can prop the case open and use it as a stand in a viewing or typing position. Although there’s no camera cut-out in the book, the leather sleeve has one, so you can pop the closures open and snap a shot without having to fully remove the iPad.

Available at:

Amazon Twelve South

BrydgeAir Keyboard ($130)

Do you like the idea of transforming your iPad into a MacBook? Our main complaint with keyboard cases is the added bulk, but they also tend to be plastic, and they rarely match the style of the iPad. Brydge is a clever keyboard that circumvents the usual issues. It’s crafted from premium aluminum, colored to match your iPad finish, and bulk is minimized because your tablet slots into the minimal hinge mechanism, instead of a traditional case. The hinge can rotate 180 degrees, so you can find the right angle for you, and the island keys are well-spaced with good travel and backlighting. To make it even more tempting, you’ll find stereo speakers built-in, to give your iPad’s audio output a boost. It hooks up via Bluetooth, and boasts up to 3 months use from a single charge, with a Micro USB port to recharge. It’s quite heavy, at 520g, but that adds to the MacBook feel, and you know this is a solid, quality piece of kit.

Available at:

Amazon Best Buy Brydge

Devicewear Ridge Case ($27)

You’ll be pleased with the blend of functionality and style that Devicewear offers with the Ridge folio case. It’s crafted from vegan leather (fake leather), but it doesn’t feel or look cheap. There’s a soft micro-suede lining, it supports the automatic sleep/wake function, and has a magnetic closure. A hard shell protects your iPad and a number of grooves support a wide variety of landscape positions when you fold the cover back. It’s sturdy, practical, and stylish, which makes it one of our favorite iPad cases.

Available at:

Amazon