Apple devices have always had this sleek and premium look and feel to them and the 11-inch iPad Pro is no exception. The elegant aluminium body combined with the 120 Hz display makes for a smooth and luxurious device, that comes at a fairly expensive price. Although the display is scratch resistant with an oleophobic coating, it doesn’t have Gorilla Glass. Of course, you don’t want to spend extra on repairs hence why investing in a sturdy case is important. Here are some of our top picks when it comes to the best-looking cases that will keep your device intact.
I know Otterbox makes rather bulky cases but not when it comes to the 2018 iPad Pro. The Symmetry 360 series has the back covered with a transparent cover whilst making use of the tri-fold design which doubles as a kickstand. This iPad Pro 11 inch case is made from faux leather lined with microsuede and it has the edges of the device fully covered. There is also space for the Apple pencil located under the magnetic flap which allows it to both charge and sync – a feature that not many cases have.
The Presidio pro is a folio case which has very solid drop protection and a cutout where you can keep your Apple pencil. This cutout is positioned where this iPad Pro 11 inch case folds, which can also be used as a kickstand. On the manufacturer’s official website it says that the Presidio Pro can survive a 1.8-meter fall, which is pretty good considering that this is a folio case.
Since we entered the world of folios why not mention Apple’s own take on the folio case. The Smart folio is a very minimalistic version of your standard folio case which only covers the screen and the left side of the device, leaving the back and right side completely exposed. Obviously, Apple has gone with an aesthetic approach here rather than keeping devices safe from dents and scratches. It is a very fine looking case, you can’t deny that, but in terms of protection, it’s nowhere near the previous two.
This case is the most rugged option that you can get. The unique thing about this case is that it doesn’t leave the metal edge exposed but instead uses thin enough rubber that the wireless connection isn’t blocked, so you can still sync and charge without causing any damage to the aluminum. U
Unlike other cases, it has an elastic pocket to keep the Apple pencil in place. The “lid” of the case stays put with the help of magnets and it has a small tab located near the right speaker grille.