The Best iPad Keyboard Cases to Get on Amazon

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The whole point of an iPad is to be functional and easy to use, right? So when Apple introduced its keyboard attachments for the iPad, it instantly turned the tablet into a portable office and functional communication device-in-one. The only thing with adding a keyboard is that you have to find a way to keep it protected and covered when not in use. That’s where the best iPad keyboard cases come into play.

As someone who writes for a living — often on-the-go — I’m looking for a keyboard case that is just as comfortable to type on as my laptop, with a wide range of viewing angles, and which I can easily tuck into a medium-sized shoulder bag.

What Makes a Good iPad Keyboard Case?

The best iPad keyboard cases not only come with the keyboard, they should also offer some degree of protection for your tablet as well. Here’s what else to look for when buying an iPad keyboard case.

Keyboard: As anyone who spends a majority of their day typing will tell you, it is all about key spacing, my friends. Too tight and your hands get cramped; too wide and you can’t find anything. I also like keys that are not too bulky, of course, but also don’t stick when you type and are large enough that I can actually feel them push down when I press them.

Rotating Angle: Here is one thing I cannot get with my laptop, so if I’m going to go with the iPad keyboard route, I like to see a 360-degree rotation angle, which allows me to flip my keyboard and screen whichever way is most convenient at the time.

Touchpad: Some, though not all, iPad keyboards come with a touchpad mouse function, meaning you don’t have to touch the screen to scroll or click when you’re typing. If I were trying to essentially replace my laptop, this would be a make or break feature. But if I just want an iPad I can actually type on, it’s not an absolute necessity.