You worry about your kid being glued to their iPad—until the moment when they hurl it to the ground, and then you wish that glue was literal. iPads are expensive, and even if your kid is using one that you've handed down to them, you don't want to have to replace it.
Protecting your kid's iPad benefits both you and them. But finding a case designed to meet everyone's needs isn't easy. There are lots of options to sort through, and if you're a parent, you're probably short on time. So we've found some of the best solutions, from softly padded to all-out military-grade. Most models shown come in sizes for every type and several generations of iPad.
Bam Bino Space Suit Case
The Bam Bino Space Suit Case might not be ready for a mission to Mars, but it can go almost anywhere else. It provides complete screen protection and is well padded. The case also comes with an integrated carry handle and stand, a strap so that it can be toted over the shoulder or put on the back of a car seat for easy viewing, and a slot for an Apple Pencil. This model fits the iPad Pro, but Bam Bino makes the case in other sizes as well. It comes in four colors.
BRAECN Cute Case
The BRAECN Cute Case is indeed cute, but it's got a lot more going for it than looks. Great features include a 360-degree rotating hand strap, dual handle grips, a shoulder or car-seat strap, a kickstand, and an Apple Pencil holder. it comes in various adorable designs and colors.
Jay Franco Character Pillow
Kids can tuck their iPads into these Jay Franco Tablet Pillows. They come in two sizes: The small one fits iPad minis, and the large one can hold all other iPad models. Though the pillows offer no protection, you can use them with an iPad that's already in a case. And they are cuddly companions featuring your kid's favorite characters with which to play games and watch movies.
Gumdrop FoamTech for iPad
GumDrop FoamTech for iPad 10.2-inch
The Gumdrop FoamTech Case is made of soft, protective foam and has a handle that can also be used as a stand.?The brand is a popular one in elementary schools, which are the ultimate testing grounds for durability. This model is for 7th-, 8th-, and 9th-generation iPads. There is a separate version for 10th-generation iPads.
Nitupai Spider-Man iPad Case
Nitupai iPadCase
This Spider-Man–themed case comes in several color combinations, which is appropriate for the Spider-Verse. The entire case is shockproof, and the eyes double as kickstands.
OtterBox Kids EasyClean
"Easy clean" is a phrase that every parent likes to hear. It's right in the name of this OtterBox case for the iPad mini, which is wipeable—it can even go in the dishwasher if things get really bad. The case is comfortably chunky all around and also includes a screen protector. A built-in handle lets kids tote it and stand it up.
Poetic TurtleSkin iPad
The thick silicone of the Poetic TurtleSkin Case keeps iPads protected from bumps and amplifies sound with its speaker cutouts. There's no handle or kickstand on the TurtleSkin, so it's not suited for small kids, but it's perfect for older ones who need something sturdy and don't mind if it's not sleek. The Poetic TurtleSkin is available for all iPads; this one is for 7th-, 8th-, and 9th-generation iPads. ?
Pzoz Bear iPad Case
This Pzoz case is unbearably cute. It also has easy-grip handles on the side and a kickstand in the back. It fits 7th-, 8th-, and 9th-generation iPads; there's also one available for the 5th-generation mini.
Simicoo Butterfly Case
This butterfly case is pretty and practical. Its EVA foam absorbs shocks, and its wings act as a stand. This particular model fits the 7th-, 8th-, and 9th-generation of the iPad. There's also one for the 10th generation iPad and the iPad mini.
OtterBox Kids EasyGrab
The OtterBox Kids EasyGrab lives up to its name with a convenient handle that also serves as a stand. It's also easily wipeable and the screen protector is fingerprint-resistant. This particular model fits the 10th-generation iPad.
Speck Case-E Run
The Speck Case-E Run looks a bit like a boombox, and it can survive any kid's dance party, since it has a shock-absorbent bumper and a handle that flips over to become a stand. This model fits 7th-, 8th-, and 9th-generation iPads.
Suplik Robot iPad Case
The Suplik Robot Case is made of EVA foam, so it bounces back from nearly everything. The robot's legs serve as a kickstand, and a shoulder strap makes for easy carrying and helps hang an iPad for viewing from the backseat of a car.
Urban Armor Gear Metropolis
Urban Armor Gear Metropolis (5th and 6th Gen)
Urban Armor Gear's Metropolis Series is designed for extreme situations—like your kid's life. It's thin and light but highly impact-resistant. This case offers multiple viewing angles and holds an Apple Pencil for young artists.