The Best Keyboards for the iPad Air

Posted on Feb 24th 2014

The iPad Air can be an incredible mobile business tool for staying in touch with your team and clients, reviewing important documents and even drafting reports and memos. But when it's time to sit down and do some serious typing, the iPad's touchscreen keyboard may fall short. Autocorrect will only get you so far. Luckily, manufacturers have developed some notable keyboard accessories for the iPad Air that can transform it from a mere tablet to a mobile work station in seconds. One of the benefits of working with CAFL is that we do the research and testing for you. After thoughtful analysis, we have found the following keyboards to be our top recommendations:

Targus Versavu Rotating Keyboard Case

The Targus Versavu Keyboard Case stands out from the pack because it rotates. You can type in both portrait and landscape modes, giving you the freedom and flexibility to work in the setting that feels best. It’s also a sturdy hard-shell protective case with a high-quality keyboard built-in. Just pair via Bluetooth and you’ll be ready to work anywhere.

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Case

Logitech’s version of the iPad Air keyboard is one of the best selling tablet keyboards available. It perfectly complements the look and feel of the iPad without adding bulk. The Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard for iPad Air is similar to Apple’s Smart Cover – it snaps on the front magnetically. When you’re ready to use it, just unhinge it from the iPad, lay it flat and your tablet snaps in again securely as if in a sturdy desktop stand. Logitech's Ultrathin Keyboard is also available for iPad mini and iPad 2/3/4.

ZAGGkeys Backlit Keyboard Covers

ZAGG has released two standout options for the iPad Air, both of which offer backlit keys for when you need to type in mood lighting. The Folio Full Body Case version virtually transforms your iPad into a laptop. A sturdy hinge in the middle of the case supports your iPad Air at any angle while you type on spacious, laptop-quality keys. For those who don’t want their iPad Air stuck in a case at all times, the Backlit Cover simply snaps on the front of your iPad and can be removed at any time much like the Logitech Ultrathin Case.