7 Best iPad Pro Cases with a Pencil Holder in 2023

First up, we’ve got the stellar PITAKA MagEZ Folio 2 case. What makes this case stand out is the foldable cover that has 4 different viewing angles. 

 There’s a 57° angle for video calls, a 62° angle for reading in portrait mode, a 34° angle for drawing and writing, and a 53° angle for watching movies and videos. It’s a really flexible case that you can use in many different orientations. 

 And because of the way the case folds, your iPad Pro is secure and stable. 

 The case itself is made of polyurethane leather that’s both dust and scratch resistant. It’s also skin-friendly so you don’t have to worry about rashes or abrasions. 

 For the pencil holder, there’s a magnetic clasp that securely fastens your pencil to the iPad. It can easily be detached when not holding the pencil in place, and you still have access to the iPad for charging and magnetic connection. 

 There’s no back cover since the case magnetically connects directly to your iPad. But PITAKA has a compatible case, the MagEZ Case Pro 2 that also supports the Folio 2. So you can have the best of both worlds, protection, and a cover case. 

 The only real downside to this case is the price. It’ll set you back $60 which is pretty pricey for a case. But it’s a great case with an attractive design and a very functional kickstand feature. 

I personally love to use it in bed and watch movies and sometimes on my tablet just to get a better viewing angle. 

If you like what you saw on the PITAKA MagEZ Folio 2, but don’t want to spend that much on a case, then the ESR Rebound Magnetic case is a great alternative. It’s cheaper and has a similar design and features. 

 The Rebound Magnetic is made of polyurethane material with a soft microfiber lining. 

 But unlike the PITAKA, this is a trifold case that can fold into 2 viewing angles. You can either bunch it up for a kickstand in landscape mode or put it down for writing mode.

 It also doesn’t have a physical cover attached to the iPad and connects with a strong magnetic attachment. But ESR claims it has a 1500g magnetic strength so it’s securely fastened and you don’t have to worry about it falling off. 

 For your Apple Pencil, since the corners of the case are open, the pencil can connect directly to your iPad. There’s a magnetic clasp that keeps the pencil in place when you close it.

 The magnetic clasp has a slit in between so you can see if the pencil is fastened or not. It’s not a huge feature, but it’s useful since you can quickly glance to check if your Apple Pencil is stored safely. 

 But as is the ‘case’ with folio style cases, it’s not the most protective. It’ll help dissipate any shock or drops but don’t expect the full protection of bulkier cases. Still, the ESR Rebound Magnetic is an attractive & sleek folio case.

The ZUGU Magnetic Stand Case has a protective shell and doubles as a folio-style case. Unlike magnetically attached cases, the ZUGU case has a PC backshell to fit over the entire iPad Pro. 

 But even with the shell, the side of the iPad still supports wireless charging for the pencil. There’s a storage slot that securely fastens the pencil to the iPad while it charges. 

 And if you want more secure storage for your pencil, on the back, there’s a pencil pocket. This case has two great options to store your pencil securely, so it’s a plus for the ZUGU case. 

 The rest of the case is made of a ‘rugged TPU’ and has a microfiber lining. On the back, there are a few slits that act as air vents to cool down your iPad. 

 Where the case truly shines, though, is the magnetic kickstand. There are 10 different viewing angles you can position the kickstand in. You can easily adjust the viewing angle by simply moving the kickstand into one of the 10 slots. 

 This is the most adjustable viewing angle we’ve seen, so if flexibility is what you’re looking for, check this one out.

 Plus, the magnets on the back of the case are really powerful. You can even mount your iPad Pro on metal surfaces for easy browsing. 

 There’s a lot to love with the ZUGU case. It’s got everything covered; multiple viewing angles, drop and bump protection, wireless charging access for the Apple Pencil, and a sleek design. 

 The only downside is the price. The case will cost you up to $90 depending on the color. It is expensive, but honestly speaking, this case can do a lot that other cheaper cases simply can’t. 

The SUPCASE UB Pro is the case for people who need something that can take a hit. It’s an incredibly durable case that is made with multiple layers for extra shock resistance.  

 It’s also MIL-STD 810G-516.6 certified so you can be assured of its drop protection.

 This comprises a PC hard shell on the exterior, and a flexible TPU to cover the iPad Pro. The multi-layer design helps protect your iPad from both bumps and drops. But the UB Pro takes things a step further with a built-in screen protector. 

 The screen protector attaches to the front of the iPad not only protects the screen but the front corners too. There’s also a convenient cutout to magnetically connect the Apple Pencil and store it safely. 

 The UB Pro also has a built-in kickstand so you’re not missing out on viewing angles when watching videos or movies. Plus, the case also covers up the ports which protect the tablet against dust and water. 

 This case is a tank that will protect your precious iPad Pro against anything short of a nuclear bomb. But the downside is, your sleek and trim iPad Pro is now in a bigger, bulkier form factor.

 It’s the price you have to pay for protection. If you really need heavy-duty durability though, this is one of the best options available. 

Next up, we’ve got the CHESONA keyboard case. This is one of the few options for keyboard cases that actually feature a built-in pencil holder. While the sides of the case aren’t exposed, you can still use the wireless charging for the Apple Pencil.

 This isn’t your standard folio case and actually features a removable Bluetooth keyboard. This makes it way easier to work with the iPad Pro and impressively enough, the keyboard even has a function keys row. 

 There’s also an option for a keyboard with a trackpad and backlit keys that’s slightly more expensive. 

 The case itself is made of an anti-fingerprint twill material and TPU leather. It doesn’t attach magnetically and has a separate back case to fit the iPad Pro into. This makes it more durable and protective since it’s covering the whole iPad. 

 There are 3 different viewing angles in the case can position in. It’s not the most flexible in terms of viewing angle, but it gets the job done. 

 All in all, the CHESONA keyboard case is a sleek and functional case. And since there’s a separate TPU shell to fit the iPad into, it’s more protective than thinner folio cases. 

If you were looking for a classy, leather case for your iPad Pro, the ZtotopCases leather case is a great option. The outer casing uses premium PU leather that looks and feels great.

 The case attaches to the iPad Pro with a hard PC backplate. It doesn’t cover the entire iPad and attaches only to the corners. But since it doesn’t cover the whole iPad, it isn’t as protective as other cases. 

 With the exposed sides though, you can still magnetically attach your Apple Pencil to the iPad. To store your pencil, the case has a stylus loop to keep it in place. But we will say that it isn’t as secure as other cases since it’s just a small loop.

 There are 3 viewing angles you can place the case in but similarly to the CHESONA keyboard case, the angles aren’t that different. They’re almost the same angles and don’t give you much room to position your iPad differently. 

 But a unique feature of this case is the built-in hand strap on the rear. This lets you put your hand through the strap to hold your iPad with one hand. It’s way easier to use your iPad one-handed when you have something secure to hold onto.

 There’s also a fairly spacious pocket that can fit some cash, bills, documents, and other papers. Though based on experience, this pocket may loosen over time so we wouldn’t recommend putting very valuable documents or a lot of cash in it. 

 Overall though, this is a great leather case that has all the bells and whistles you’d expect. We wish the tiny stylus loop was a little more secure, but otherwise, it’s a solid leather case. 

Last up, we’ve got the DTTOCASE Clear Case. 

 Not only is it a great clear case, but it also has the most color options on the list. There’s a wide variety of colors and shades to choose from. If you wanted something brighter than the usual black case, this is a great option.

 The case itself is made of three layers consisting of a soft TPU shell, a PU leather cover, and a clear PC backplate. The case fits over the entire iPad and doesn’t use any magnetic attachment. 

 As an added protection, the case comes with a camera protector cover that protects the camera array. A great bonus that most other cases don’t have. In terms of protection, this is a solid case that has decent drop and scratch protection. 

 On the corner of the iPad, there’s a slot for your Apple Pencil. 

 The interior is exposed so you can still use wireless charging for your pencil while it’s securely fastened. At the rear of the pencil slot, there’s a cutout so you can quickly tell if your pencil is there or not. 

 The case is a trifold case so you’re limited to two different viewing angles. It’s not much, but good enough for most people. 

 As a whole, we think this clear case is a great bargain. There’s a lot of different colors to choose from, there’s solid protection all-around, and you can still use magnetic wireless charging for the Apple Pencil. 

 The only problem we have with clear cases is the ‘clear’ part itself. It’s a definite looker since you can see the premium iPad Pro finish, but these kinds of cases tend to scratch easily. 

 By the end of the first month, you’ll notice micro-scratches on the case. It isn’t a deal breaker, but it does get annoying if you’re the type to fixate on even the smallest scratches. If that doesn’t bother you though, try this one out.