The best iPad cases for 2024

Whether you’ve got a new iPad or an older model, it’s worth protecting it with one of the best iPad cases. Not only does a case add an extra layer of protection and durability to your device, but it can also act as a stand or double up as a keyboard, introducing added functionality to your iPad. While we all take extra care to ensure our devices don’t get damaged, accidental drops and falls are bound to happen. And if you’re still on the fence about whether to invest in an iPad, you might want to look into Apple’s recent WWDC event and get excited about what’s to come in iPadOS 18. To help you choose the best protective case, we’ve done our research and testing to ensure your money is well spent. No matter whether you’re looking for an iPad case with a built-in keyboard, or a simple and protective case, we’re confident these will suit most needs.

Best iPad cases

FAQs

Should you keep your iPad in case?

It’s almost always a good idea to keep your iPad in a case so it’s protected against hazards and accidents. The best iPads are expensive — even the most affordable model will set you back nearly $300 — so you’ll want to safeguard your gear as much as possible.

What is the difference between an iPad case and an iPad cover?

All iPad covers are cases, but not all iPad cases are covers — yes, it’s a bit confusing, but allow us to explain. Most iPad covers are cases that surround the back of your tablet and have a flap that covers the screen, so it provides protection for the body as well as its display. Plenty of iPad cases also have screen covers, but you don’t have to get one with that feature. Instead, you could just get a case that hugs the back of the tablet and nothing else. Those accessories will be marginally thinner and lighter than their cover-toting counterparts, and give your iPad a more svelte profile.

How often should I charge my iPad?

How often you charge your iPad will depend on how often you use it. Most iPads will last at least a regular work day with frequent usage, which is one of the reasons why many have opted to use their iPads as laptop replacements. But with heavy usage, like constant video streaming or gaming, will come more rapid battery drain. A good rule of thumb is to charge your iPad when you go to sleep each night, that way you’ll have a topped-up device waiting for you in the morning.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-ipad-cases-to-protect-your-tablet-130033533.html?src=rss