10+ Best iPad 2 Cases and Covers You Must See

by Dustin Betonio on September 5, 2011

Best iPad 2 Cases and Covers

Having one of the best iPad 2 cases or covers for your iPad 2 can make stand out and at the same time protects it fragile case and screen. Further some iPad 2 cases add functions that may give your iPad new usages. I personally like the iPad 2 covers that add a physical keyboard and make the iPad look and work like a notebook. If you use it for taking notes this kind of iPad 2 cover is an exceptional pick! Some also work as an iPad holder allowing you to have the iPad standing on a table e.g. for watching streaming videos. This is also quite cool. There are a number of different reasons that someone might want to buy an iPad case. Some want a thin and light sleeve to keep it safe from scratches, while some may want a case to protect the screen from accidental falls. Other people want a cool iPad case that is as fashionable as it is useful. In this you will find some of the best iPad 2 cases and covers you simply must have!

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1. iLuv iCK826BLK Professional Case with Detachable Keyboard

iLuv iCK826BLK Professional Case

iLuv iCK826BLK Professional Case with Detachable Keyboard

iLuv iCK826BLK Professional Case Back

For the iPad owner planning to use the iPad to solve business tasks this case is a winner! The iCK826 Portfolio Case comes with a Bluetooth Keyboard and I still think it is perfect for storing, protecting and carrying your iPad. At the same time it adds a new dimention to how you can operate the iPad. This iPad 2 case is a all-in-one case that provides the best combination of utility and style. It comes with a variety of features such as integrated keyboard for increased ease and speed of use, a stand for typing or movie viewing, dedicated keys for fast access to iPad functions and a secure Velcro case closure. The keyboard is also conveniently rechargeable. One of the drawbacks of this case is its price…. way too high. However at the time of writing this article it was on sale at less than half the price on Amazon.

2.  Marware C.E.O. Hybrid for iPad 2

Marware C.E.O. Hybrid for iPad 2

The material of the C.E.O. Hybrid iPad 2 cover is made of rich texture that is soft but solid. It catches the light just right to give the iPad a nice professional look. The case is stiff and solid, with hinges and slots providing 3 landscape viewing/typing angles of view and the typical way to prop an iPad upright in portrait orientation, as well as smartcover magnets and a holding strap. Closed, it looks like a thin book or a covered writing tablet. Open it and put it on your lap like you would a book in portrait orientation. On a table it works wonderfully in landscape at it’s 2 notched angles. It folds back behind to lay it in your lap or on a surface and you can put it on even rough surfaces without fear of scratching the hard though still flexible case. When you close the cover the magnet turns off the screen. This case has very positive ratings and most owners really like it. This is a safe and wise pick!

3. Gilsson PU Leather Multi-Angle Adjustable Stand/Carrying Casing

 Gilsson PU Leather Multi-Angle Adjustable Stand/Carrying Case

 Gilsson PU Leather Multi-Angle Adjustable Stand/Carrying Case

Gilsson Premium Apple PU Leather Case/Adjustable Stand is both elegant & classy in design, and versatile and protective at the same time. Gilsson cases are FIRST to incorporate a protective recessed border and All Wrap Around holder, instead of elastic bands, to maximize protection and absorb shock during accidental drops. Our covers doubles as a portfolio carrying case and an adjustable stand while on the go. Your tablet will be well protected in the Gilsson cover/stand. Available in Black, Red and Pink colors.

4. Menotek iPad 2 Bluetooth Keyboard Plus Snap On Case

Menotek iPad 2 Bluetooth Keyboard Plus Snap On Case

Menotek iPad 2 Back

The Menotek cover is easy to install and remove, and in general works well. Just as the iCK826 Portfolio Case this case provides a Bluetooth Keyboard that easily connects to the iPad. One of the benefits with the design of this case is that you can use it as a laptop and it also works well while laying in bed by flipping the keyboard back and setting up the kickstand to rest on the underside of the keyboard. This allows for a stable enough surfase to interact with the touch screen while lounging. You can also remove it if you don’t need on a particular occassion. Keep in mind however that the keyboard may not support your languages. Also some will say that it is too heavy. I guess Menotek needs to reduce the weight of this keyboard to make it portable and practical.

5. Tuff-luv Multi-View “Stasis” Series: Natural Hemp Brown case cover

Tuff-luv Multi-View

Authentic embroidered patterns flow along the surface of this innovative, yet earthy, sustainable and custom-made case, giving your iPad 2 a pleasant book-like cover, as well as storage for notes and business cards. Hearty and sturdy, this case offers superior protection for the delicate screen of your device, with a unique style thats only available from Tuff-luv! Professional feel, with a fun home-grown aesthetic.

6. Otterbox iPad 2 Defender Case

Otterbox iPad 2 Defender Case front view

Otterbox iPad 2 Defender Case back view

The OtterBox Defender iPad 2 cover Series offers a great and solid design that keeps information and you iPad 2 safe from impact and other accidents. Few cases can withstand the degree of rough treatment provided by the defender. However it is not a slim and light-weight as other cases why I must say that ultimate safety comes with a “visual” cost. It is difficult to put on and take off and some think it is too rough.

7. Toblino 2: Leather iPad 2 Case

Toblino 2: Leather iPad 2 Case

MobileVision TOBLINO 2 leather iPad 2 case standing

The professional look of the MobileVision TOBLINO 2 leather iPad 2 case is perfect for traveling to the office, school, or the corner coffee shop. It is designed for convenient use any time, any place, the TOBLINO 2 cover not only offers good protection – but it also works well as a stand! Without ever taking the iPad 2 out of the case, the TOBLINO 2 allows you to prop up the screen at two different angles, for use on tabletops and desks for hands-free viewing. The TOBLINO 2 exterior is made of leather with a soft finish to provide ultimate protection for your iPad 2, with elegant styling and access to all buttons, ports, speaker and rear facing camera. The case also takes advantage of the iPad 2′s sleep/wake function, waking it up when you open the case and putting it to sleep when you close it. Inside, the gray plush microfiber interior keeps the screen free from scratches. Additional padding protects against sharp impacts and punctures, without giving up the slim look of the iPad 2. With a case like this, you can go where you like and do what you like – and look good doing it.

8. Vico: Carbon Fiber Look iPad 1 Case

. Vico: Carbon Fiber Look iPad 1 Case

. Vico: Carbon Fiber Look iPad 1 Case

Whether you are working hard or hardly working, the MobileVison VICO iPad case will give your device a smart look and protection on all sides. The VICO combines durability with style and is uniquely designed to double as an innovative 3-way stand, making it perfect for setting on desktops or tables, enjoying hands-free viewing, or just relaxing on the couch. This cover-turned-stand is both fun and versatile! The VICO features an ultramodern black synthetic leather finish with a carbon-fiber look, while allowing easy access to all buttons and ports. The interior is a soft gray microfiber material that ensures your gadget will be protected against scratching and scuffing. Extra padding on the screen-side protects from sharp impacts and punctures yet keeps a slim line. If you and your device are always on the go, make sure the VICO goes with you.

9. splash VAPOR Slim-Fit Flex Case

splash VAPOR Slim-Fit Flex Case

Finished with a unique flex material, the Vapor case allows you to grip your iPad 2 without worrying about it slipping from your hands, and it does so without adding any weight or bulk. The unique design makes installation and removal convenient, and the reinforced edges provide solid protection from drops. Fitted in a classy sleek style, it maintains the sleek profile of the iPad 2 without compromising on the two things most important to you – protection and good looks!

10. SimpleSleeve, Premium Protective Neoprene Sleeve

SimpleSleeve, Premium Protective Neoprene Sleeve

This sleeve is made of extra durable neoprene and an asymmetric zipper. The zipper design allows easy insertion, removal and charging in the case. The inside of the case is made of a super soft, plush lining that will protect your iPad from unwanted wear and tear. The SimpleSleeve for iPad fits all Apple iPad models and was made specifically for the iPad (16GB, 32GB, 64GB Wi-Fi and WiFi + 3G), works well with Apple Smart Cover. This sleeve is very light weight and is an excellent companion to use on its own, or in your favorite carrying case

11. Acase iPad 2 EZ-Carry Polyurethane Case

Acase iPad 2 EZ-Carry Polyurethane Case

Acase iPad 2 EZ-Carry Polyurethane Case

If you like sharp and modern colours combined with seriously slim design the EZ-Carry is worth investigating. It is a very soft polyurethane case so it’s more like an envelope than a case really. The case offer great protection from dust, scratches, oil, fingerprint but from serious impacts you are better off with more robust cases. It really depends on your needs I think. You don’t take this case to the construction yard but for the office it is great. It offers you two ways to stand up your apple iPad2 (Vertically and horizontally). The case have the same functionality as the Apple’s Smart Cover for iPad 2 – they can sleep or wake up your iPad 2 when you open or close the case. Some owners have complained about the case being too fragile itself.

12. Leather Carrying Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G

Leather Carrying Case Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G

A must-have for your gadget! Whether in your lap, on your desk, or on a coffee table, make the most of your tablet’s media capabilities with this revolutionary leather Case/Folio! Anywhere you set it, the versatile stand allows you to pick the most comfortable viewing angle. Don’t slouch over your device for hours, or tire out your wrists! Simply flip around the cover and snap the stand into a comfortable, stress-free viewing position. The case also provides a luxury book-style reading experience for your favorite publications in portrait mode, and sports a stylish high-quality leather cover to protect your screen from nicks and scratches.

13. Splash SIGNATURE Folio Leather Casing for Apple iPad 2

Splash SIGNATURE Folio Leather Case for Apple iPad 2

Splash SIGNATURE Folio Leather Case for Apple iPad 2

Introducing SIGNATURE from Splash Products – give your coveted iPad 2 the style and protection it needs. Carefully handcrafted with minute attention to detail, the Signature folio case allows you to use your device with consummate ease and access all of its controls, buttons, and features. The tablet fits snugly in the case and is secured by a side hidden flap which keeps the device securely in place, offering a secure fit.
The Signature cover integrates the best in technology delivered in an attractive form-factor. It also triggers sleep and wake functions on your computer, preserving battery life and extending usage time.
The screen can be viewed in various positions, vertical or a multi-step horizontal positing system whether you’re sitting at your desk writing up emails, on the subway browsing the latest YouTube videos, in bed reading bedtime stories to your little ones, or sitting at the beach enjoying your recently downloaded iBooks content.
Go ahead, Splash your gadget with protection and style!

14. CaseCrown Apple iPad 2 Bold Standby case

CaseCrown Apple iPad 2 Bold Standby case

This case is one of the most popular and best rated I have been able to find. CaseCrown has a simple and classy design made from faux leather, and the interior is lined with non-scratch material so you don’t need to worry about any damages. I love the magnetic feature they use not only to turn off the iPad, but to keep the cover in place. You will find that the cover is designed to flip back and transform the case into a comfortable viewing stand, this capability allows the viewer to use the iPad hands-free whatever your position may be. All features of the iPad 2 are accessible even with the case on. It even includes a camera hole so you can take pictures and videos without removing it. Watch movies and listen to music clearly with speaker holes! The compact structure of the case offers convenient mobility so you can just grab your iPad 2 and be ready to go knowing it will be protected at all times! Although it weighs slightly more than the cover sold by Apple it is sturdy and durable and very easy to use.

15. Apple iPad Case

Apple iPad Case

The official Apple iPad Case is beautifully constructed. It is made of a very soft material but still sturdy. The iPad sits securely and tightly in place. The cover bends back easily and you can even prop it up at an angle just by inserting the cover into a flap on the back. The holes for the power, dock port, volume and headphones are perfect – no overlapping.

Author : Dustin Betonio

Dustin Betonio is a Translation Management graduate at University of Mindanao. His earlier career was devoted on customer service outside the information highway. Currently studying Law in the same University.

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Pat August 30, 2010 at 12:04 pm

Good cases though there are hundreds of cases to choose from, it’s really hard to pick.

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Web Design Nottingham August 31, 2010 at 6:25 pm

Never though I would hear fashion and geek in the same sentence! Great selection.

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tripwire team August 31, 2010 at 9:10 pm

You are right but in this case two worlds meet ;)

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felicitas September 2, 2010 at 12:04 pm

good one. nice to know

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jared thompson September 13, 2010 at 10:30 pm

If i was lucky enough to have an ipad the checkered louis vuitton case would be for me. Just looks the sexiest one for sure.

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tripwire team September 14, 2010 at 7:24 am

Well I need to get myself an iPad first….but yes the LV one is really awesome!

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Jack August 1, 2011 at 6:57 pm

Great info, and a great collection of cases. The Macally case is one I hadn’t seen yet, and it looks like its worth checking out!

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Mikah Sargent September 23, 2011 at 10:24 am

I think the Dodo Case is one of the best cases for the iPad 2. According to a blog review, it is the “Rolls-Royce” of iPad 2 Cases.

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Lynne Gray September 28, 2011 at 6:09 pm

Those are great picks. I just found this one today from iSnugg. http://www.isnugg.com It’s like an UGG for your iPad – pretty cool and simple. Which is probably why it is so afforable at $15.

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Phil January 14, 2012 at 8:41 pm

Hifi Gear stocks great iPod docks

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