Your iPad Air 3 needs a case … a keyboard case. Check these out!

Make use of the Smart Connector

Apple Smart Keyboard

Staff Favorite

Since the iPad Air 3 now has a Smart Connector, you should take advantage of it and use something like the Apple Smart Keyboard. It's a lightweight cover that will protect your iPad Air from everyday scuffs and scratches, and it's insanely portable. When you need to type, just reveal the Smart Keyboard and start typing. It seamlessly connects to the Smart Connector for power and data transfer, and the keyboard itself is made from silicone with a fabric covering over the keys, so it should be a bit resistant to accidental spills if they occur.

$159 at Apple

$152 at Amazon

$159 at Best Buy

Like a Pro

Brydge 10.5 Series II

Brydge is another favorite of ours, as they make excellent, high-quality keyboard cases that turn your iPad into a laptop. The Brydge 10.5 Series II protects your iPad Air 3 from everyday bumps and nicks, while also providing you with a built-in backlit wireless keyboard. That's right! You can type away on your iPad in the dark with this case. The battery life on this case is also outstanding, as it'll last around 12 months per charge. No need to worry about a low battery, but it would be good to top it off now and then! It also comes in several color options to suit whatever mood you're in.

$130 at Apple

$130 at Amazon

$70 at Best Buy

$130 at Brydge

Simplicity at its finest

MoKo Keyboard Case with Pencil Slot

This keyboard case from MoKo is simple yet elegant. The exterior is made from a PU leather material that will provide ample protection for your tablet. The hardshell case that the iPad Air snaps into has openings to access all buttons and ports while it's inside the case. The Bluetooth keyboard itself is detachable, so you have freedom when typing. There is also a slot for your Apple Pencil, and it has a magnetic closure.

From $30 at Amazon

Variety is key

Fintie Keyboard Case with Built-in Apple Pencil Holder

Fintie's keyboard case has a ton of different color choices available, from professional neutrals to unique patterns and designs that make you stand out from the crowd. The case itself is made from PU leather on the outside and an anti-slip rubber-lined material on the interior shell, so your iPad Air 3 is safe and secure. The keyboard is detachable, and you can use the grooves in the cover as a stand to give you the perfect viewing angle. There's also a built-in Apple Pencil holder, so you're never without your writing or drawing tool.

$33 at Amazon

From $43 at Walmart

$48 at Newegg

Splash of color

Earto 7-Color Rotating Backlit Keyboard Case

This keyboard case from Earto is a great option for those who want to add some color to their iPad productivity. This keyboard can cycle through seven different backlight colors for the keyboard, so it sets itself apart from the rest. It also fully protects your iPad Air from everyday wear and tear thanks to the folio design, and it has full 360-degree rotation and 180-degree flip, allowing you to work from any angle.

$60 at Amazon

$115 at Newegg

Maximum productivity

Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case

$150 at Apple

$150 at Amazon

$150 at Best Buy

Productivity booster

The Logitech Combo Touch turns your iPad Air into a productivity machine. The Combo Touch keyboard folio case gives you all-around protection on your iPad Air, so it's safe from everyday wear and tear as you transport it around. The keyboard is also detachable, so you can take it off when you just want to watch video or sketch on your iPad. But when you have the keyboard on, you'll see that it has a built-in trackpad, bringing it in line with the iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard. The trackpad helps boost your productivity and turns your iPad into a suitable laptop replacement. There is also a holder for your Apple Pencil.

Lightweight productivity

Logitech Slim Folio Case with Integrated Bluetooth Keyboard

$100 at Apple

$100 at Amazon

$100 at Best Buy

The Logitech Slim Folio Case is just like the name implies — it's slim, lightweight, and comes with an integrated Bluetooth keyboard that will last for up to four years with batteries. The keys are spaced out well for hours of comfortable typing, and there's a whole row of shortcut keys to make your iPadOS life easier. You can also store your Apple Pencil in the holder on the side so that it is always with you. Multiple viewing and typing angles are supported with the Slim Folio.

Rough and rugged

ZAGG Rugged Messenger Book

$86 at Best Buy

If you tend to take your iPad out to more rigorous environments, you're going to need a keyboard case that can handle the rough life. The Rugged Messenger Book from ZAGG is great for the job. This case has easy-grip material on the exterior, so you don't need to worry about dropping it, and the case can handle pretty much anything that you throw at it (or throw your iPad at). The keyboard has a rechargeable battery that will last a long time, and the keys are backlit, so you can continue to work even in dark environments. And when you're not using it, the Rugged Messenger Book has a magnetic closure to keep everything safe and secure.