HOU Keyboard Case for iPad mini 7/6, 156° Adjustable Stand, Detachable Full Protective Case for iPad mini 7/6, 11 Shortcut Keys, 7 Color Backlight, Silicone PU, Multifunction, Bluetooth

This keyboard case is especially good for the size and the layout is much better than the keyboard in the "HOU ultra slim folio case" (longer spacebar, less keys where yo need to use "option" key to reach the "3rd option"). This keyboard also has a very useful function row and USB C charging. The kickstand is great for typing angles AND for portrait viewing (good for FaceTime, some typing). Overall kickstand is also better than the HOU ultra slim folio. Only downside is the thickness and weight. The ultra slim folio is nearly indistinguishable from a regular folio cover and yet is has a keyboard. While not heavy, this has a thin case around the iPad (nice feel, takes more purpose to use Touch ID) which offers protection. The combined thickness of the case and keyboard is noticeable, but not bulky. For now, I'm keeping this case and already sent ultra slim folio back because of the keyboard. If HOU was to update the keyboard on the Ultra Slim Folio to this layout, it would likely be my pick.

I’ve heard that a common issue with iPad mini keyboard cases is how the keyboard is compromised in terms of layout and useability. I don’t think that’s the case here. The keys are very responsive and are not too small. The fact that this case does not have a track pad means that they’re able to have more key rows, minimizing any odd secondary fingerings required for special characters. I’m able to get around 70 to 80 wpm typing on this thing. The case itself feels very nice in terms of quality. The outer material is a soft leatherette material. I am really happy with this purchase. Some pros: - has sleep to wake function - Bluetooth connection seems pretty stable - battery life is pretty long. The keyboard sleeps after not using for a period of time - has an escape key, which the other HOU case doesn’t have Some cons: - a bit heavy but probably expected for any keyboard cases - you have to get used to using the control key for some special characters

I looked all over for a functional case that would also allow me to use my iPad mini as an extremely portable laptop. My wife and I are blessed to get to travel a lot and I needed the smallest footprint possible to fit in my luggage. (We really try to travel light because of some of the places that we go.). The keyboard is very light and the case adds the protection that I need. The keyboard connects super easily and will stay connected. Turning it on and off does not cause any problems with the connection. The keyboard is lit which is great and the keys are very responsive. The only drawback is that it does increase the footprint of the iPad, but that is to be expected. It's also a little expensive, but you definitely get what you pay for with this. Definitely worth it! I tested several cases and this is the one. It works great and it is a keyboard case I can recommend.

This particular model is the best iPad Mini keyboard case that I have ever used. There are quite a few things that make it a standout. For starters, the keyboard layout is 95% standard, and the 5% non-standard are the way they are because of the size of the keyboard. They’ve had to overload - _ + = ‘ and “ so that you have to hit CTRL and 7 8 9 0 ; or / to get those keys. Critically, the keys that are overloaded are spatially where they should be on the keyboard if it had been large enough to accommodate the additional keys. This was the right choice, and makes typing with the keyboard very natural and easy to adapt to. The keyboard itself has a great feel and good backlighting. Really, I haven’t seen another keyboard that is anywhere close to this good at this size. The next thing that makes this case a standout, especially for travel, is the protection and flexibility that the case provides for the iPad. The keyboard detaches esasily, at which point the iPad can be used with the kickstand in portrait or landscape modes. And, the case offers a good amount of edge protection to the iPad itself, without adding a huge amount of bulk. The case was pricey for me. It was around $120 CAD delivered. That is a lot for a no-name Chinese iPad keyboard, but having purchased many, many iPad keyboard cases over the years, it is hands down the best iPad Mini case I’ve ever used. Note that the same company makes older, similar versions of this case. The one that charges with USB C rather than the proprietary charger is worth the extra money and bother to buy.

After trying other cases for the iPad Mini, this is the one. Other keyboards had keys that were way too crowded and you’d often make many mistakes. Other keyboards had weird multiple steps to get to a common punctuation mark. And yet other keys had commonly used buttons in odd places on the keyboard that made using it more of pain (Atrek delete button). But this keyboard got the functionality right. At this price point, it’s probably the best keyboard out there for an iPad that’s not made specifically by Apple. It does add a little extra weight, but not much bothered. This is my travel warrior that’s gotten even better. Not to mention it is aesthetically well made to complement the iPad Mini. Lastly, the ability to disconnect from the keyboard and use it in your hands it price. The magnets are strong and fit the iPad like a glove. It’s a great deal for something Apple would definitely charge over $100 for.

This keyboard/folio meets all my requirements for my iPad mini. Delivery was very fast and the item was packaged securely.