By: iPadfanzz staff on March 11, 2013
So you spent hefty amount of money in buying Apple’s iPad in small package, the iPad Mini, but fear it could fall down any minute or could get scratches whenever you’ll carry it around with you. Don’t despair: here are ten of the best cases to help protect your tablet from nasty dents and cracks.
Ballistic Smooth Series
$39.99
The Ballistic Smooth Series case for iPad Mini gives your tablet enough safety from bumps and impacts. It is made of durable TPU material that offers good protection while adding minimal bulk. The protection wraps around the front of the iPad Mini, preventing the delicate glass screen from scratches it may face when laid flat on a table. You can customize the corners of the case: each case is delivered with four sets of colored corners: black, purple, pink, or charcoal grey.
Belkin Quilted Cover
$39.99
Belkin is known for its quality cases starting with the iPad. The Belkin Quilted Cover for the iPad Mini comes with quilted exterior that gives good protection along with good looks. It also has an adjustable stand inside allows you to read, type, or watch movies comfortably. There is also a magnet to secure the clasp which is handy when you're using it to watch movies since it holds the clasp back.
BodyGuardz Armor Carbon Fiber
$19.45
It gives the iPad Mini solid protection. Made from extra durable PVC material and textured as carbon fiber, the case protects the device from scratches. Available in black, red, or white, the Armor Carbon Fiber includes a screen protector and comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. The new case is the ideal solution for all iPad Mini owners looking for a durable and bulk-free protection for their precious devices.
Cygnett WorkMate
$39.99
This is a heavy-duty protective case for those who want serious protection for the thin and light iPad mini. The case features a shock absorbing, dual-layer design that will protect your mini from bumps and drops. It's a combination of a rubber lining and a hard plastic shell. The case is raised in some areas and lowered in others to accommodate the hard plastic outer layer. Besides the tablet’s back, the rubber covers the Sleep/Wake and volume buttons while leaving individual openings for the iSight camera, microphone, headphone port, side switch, stereo speakers, and Lightning port.
Gumdrop Drop Tech Designer Series
$59.95
It is a bit costly case that offers substantial protection to your tablet. Its double-layer design includes reinforced rubber corners for protection from shocks, drops, etc. The Designer Series cases feature four eye-catching color combos—perfect for adding a bit more personality to your mini.
Hard Candy ShockDrop
$49.95
The Shock Drop is a highly protective case with an integrated screen cover. It offers a rugged polycarbonate and rubber enclosure for the iPad mini. The case features 10mm silicon corners, a semi-rigid (replaceable) screen protector, and tear proof flaps. The body slims down to 6mm of protection to allow an easy fit into your bag or enterprise iPad mini Charging Cart.
iFrogz Breeze
$29.99
The iFrogz Breeze features a perforated design that helps dissipate heat, while giving the case unique looks and added protection from drops. The case comes in three colors and its pliable, thermoplastic polyurethane construction means it'll be easy to install and remove.
iLuv CEO Folio
$64.99
A bit pricey, the iLuv CEO Folio is a boardroom-folio case. Made of faux black leather, the zip-shut folio looks good for executive meetings. Inside the case has a folder attached to the backcover to fit in the iPad Mini, along with three credit card pockets and a plastic-windowed ID pocket on the opposite side. There's also a vertical pocket that can hold a small pad of paper, and a stylus holder nestled in between the two covers.
Incipio Feather
$29.99
It is an ultra-slim, snap-on case that focuses on providing protection without adding to the bulk. It has only one millimeter of thickness and takes advantage of a special material the company dubs “Plextonium” to deliver a soft touch. The color options include orange, black, pink, aqua, purple, grey, or red.
Joy Factory SmartSuit
$49.99
The plastic case comes coated with faux leather and is available in black, silver white, bronze, or army green camouflage. The case’s plastic extends out to all four edges of the iPad’s body. Built-in magnets hold it in place against the display when closed, and also unlock it when opened.
So you spent hefty amount of money in buying Apple’s iPad in small package, the iPad Mini, but fear it could fall down any minute or could get scratches whenever you’ll carry it around with you. Don’t despair: here are ten of the best cases to help protect your tablet from nasty dents and cracks.
Ballistic Smooth Series
$39.99
The Ballistic Smooth Series case for iPad Mini gives your tablet enough safety from bumps and impacts. It is made of durable TPU material that offers good protection while adding minimal bulk. The protection wraps around the front of the iPad Mini, preventing the delicate glass screen from scratches it may face when laid flat on a table. You can customize the corners of the case: each case is delivered with four sets of colored corners: black, purple, pink, or charcoal grey.
Belkin Quilted Cover
$39.99
Belkin is known for its quality cases starting with the iPad. The Belkin Quilted Cover for the iPad Mini comes with quilted exterior that gives good protection along with good looks. It also has an adjustable stand inside allows you to read, type, or watch movies comfortably. There is also a magnet to secure the clasp which is handy when you're using it to watch movies since it holds the clasp back.
BodyGuardz Armor Carbon Fiber
$19.45
It gives the iPad Mini solid protection. Made from extra durable PVC material and textured as carbon fiber, the case protects the device from scratches. Available in black, red, or white, the Armor Carbon Fiber includes a screen protector and comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. The new case is the ideal solution for all iPad Mini owners looking for a durable and bulk-free protection for their precious devices.
Cygnett WorkMate
$39.99
This is a heavy-duty protective case for those who want serious protection for the thin and light iPad mini. The case features a shock absorbing, dual-layer design that will protect your mini from bumps and drops. It's a combination of a rubber lining and a hard plastic shell. The case is raised in some areas and lowered in others to accommodate the hard plastic outer layer. Besides the tablet’s back, the rubber covers the Sleep/Wake and volume buttons while leaving individual openings for the iSight camera, microphone, headphone port, side switch, stereo speakers, and Lightning port.
Gumdrop Drop Tech Designer Series
$59.95
It is a bit costly case that offers substantial protection to your tablet. Its double-layer design includes reinforced rubber corners for protection from shocks, drops, etc. The Designer Series cases feature four eye-catching color combos—perfect for adding a bit more personality to your mini.
Hard Candy ShockDrop
$49.95
The Shock Drop is a highly protective case with an integrated screen cover. It offers a rugged polycarbonate and rubber enclosure for the iPad mini. The case features 10mm silicon corners, a semi-rigid (replaceable) screen protector, and tear proof flaps. The body slims down to 6mm of protection to allow an easy fit into your bag or enterprise iPad mini Charging Cart.
iFrogz Breeze
$29.99
The iFrogz Breeze features a perforated design that helps dissipate heat, while giving the case unique looks and added protection from drops. The case comes in three colors and its pliable, thermoplastic polyurethane construction means it'll be easy to install and remove.
iLuv CEO Folio
$64.99
A bit pricey, the iLuv CEO Folio is a boardroom-folio case. Made of faux black leather, the zip-shut folio looks good for executive meetings. Inside the case has a folder attached to the backcover to fit in the iPad Mini, along with three credit card pockets and a plastic-windowed ID pocket on the opposite side. There's also a vertical pocket that can hold a small pad of paper, and a stylus holder nestled in between the two covers.
Incipio Feather
$29.99
It is an ultra-slim, snap-on case that focuses on providing protection without adding to the bulk. It has only one millimeter of thickness and takes advantage of a special material the company dubs “Plextonium” to deliver a soft touch. The color options include orange, black, pink, aqua, purple, grey, or red.
Joy Factory SmartSuit
$49.99
The plastic case comes coated with faux leather and is available in black, silver white, bronze, or army green camouflage. The case’s plastic extends out to all four edges of the iPad’s body. Built-in magnets hold it in place against the display when closed, and also unlock it when opened.
