Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro: What Real Users Actually Think

I love the Magic Keyboard and find that it turns the ipad from a toy into a tool for my workflow. Your mileage maybe vary, but I was extremely pleased with the newer version of the Magic Keyboard. The old one, while functional, had the build quality of a potato.

Yes it will affect battery life. It may, or likely will, cause your battery to go through cycles faster. Whether or not it actually degrades the battery faster I'm not sure. The keyboard does not have a battery of its own. I love the Magic keyboard. It doesn't allow your iPad Pro to work like a Mac completely, but it's pretty close. I rarely use the iPad without it.

No. Those who buy quality only cry once. Get the Apple keyboard.

I second this. The magic keyboard is the best.

I have the iPad Pro M5, Magic Keyboard and Pencil Pro always connected and the drain isn't bad. I wouldn't worry about it.

I use the logitech keyboard case. It offers a different function but I find it extremely useful for drawing and note-taking.

Absolutely worth the money!! And, the backlit keys are excellent! As an added bonus: it provides extra protection, as well! 13" M5 iPad Pro

Nope. Not the Magic Keyboard iPad cases, but the old Bluetooth standalone magic keyboards will… even the oldest. I find it's a good alternative and a lighter option. The MKCases are purposely heavy so the keyboard will act as a counterweight to the iPad itself, so it doesn't tip over.

It does not. You can pick up a Magic Keyboard for the M5 for much less than retail. EBay is an option. Look at Best Buy open box. Most are barely used for a good discount. I have an iPad M4 that came with a Magic Keyboard. The Magic Keyboard is worth every penny.

Hi guys, just bought one and now sharing the experience: the quality is great, and heavy (as expected), need to adjust my habit of typing (too narrow layout). Cannot use 3fingers dragging (which I like most). Overall, will use it for pure typing stuff and movies. Cannot rely on it for productive tasks, coding is too much for small screen and ios just terrible.

Pretty sure they are identical. For example, I ordered my M5 iPad Pro with an 'M5' Smart Folio from Apple. The Smart Folio that arrived says M4 on the box and does not mention the M5 at all. Probably the same for the Magic Keyboard. Also, if you expand the 'Compatibility' part on the Apple Store web site, it lists both M4 and M5 iPads.

The answer is on the Apple Store website, the magic keyboard is there for the M5 model, £349 for 13" and £299 for 11". Compatibility says it's for both M5 and M4 iPad Pros so it's the same keyboard!

I haaaated this after awhile, the casing is wrecked on mine

I have it for my m5 11 inch but I don't own a personal laptop that's not a company one. I think it depends what you plan to use more and if it'll benefit u in the longrun

Yes, love turning my iPad into a mini laptop and gaining an extra usb-c port.

It's all I'll use

The Pro got a slight redesign with the M4 so previous Magic Keyboards won't work with it.

No learned the hard way

I personally love it. I do not use it all of the time but found I adjusted quite a bit even, with my internet scrolling to now doing that while attached to the MK. I also have a 14" MBP which I will use when I want to do more computing tasks but MK is a great tool. I will say, as good as they are, I think they are too expensive. If you are on the fence or even if your heart is set on buying one, look for open box or refurb.

I got the magic keyboard in the end after trying out others (e.g. logitech folio) - is just easier to carry and flip open with the magic keyboard. I keep a moft case with me when I don't need the keyboard. Granted the magic keyboard is only stable when flat on a desk but after adjusting to using it, is not bad, and the keys are nice.

I have 13" and MK is great for it, but probably wouldn't get it for 11". The screen is quite small and would only use it for browsing/reading, with occasional note taking. I think a keyboard is not needed for it, and it's better to just have it being more portable.

Tbh apple peripherals are kinda a pain in the ass, as you can't hot swap between other devices. Other 3rd party keyboards give you a dongle connection and 2 Bluetooth connections. If you plan to get the keyboard just for your iPad then sure, but you're honestly overpaying for limited features and an integrated TouchID—just tap the spacebar and type in your passcode.

I use it frequently, even though I own a MacBook Air. I wouldn't be responding to you on my iPad right now without it.

I think it can replace most people's laptop in that configuration. If you, however, are just going to consume with it, get something like a Zugu case.

I write a lot and like the 'laptop' like experience a keyboard case gives. The Magic Keyboard case is great and feels great to type on, but I just switched to the Logitech Combo touch case and like it a lot better. If you like changing up the orientation of your iPad, I would look at a keyboard that supports more modes.

The Magic Keyboard that is connected to your iPad through the port on the back DOES NOT drain your battery. It's literally like a USB keyboard connected to your laptop. I'd even say that it uses less battery than using the on-screen keyboard. Yes, the backlight on the keyboard might take up a bit more, but that's still negligible, since it is 99% of the time off.

I also mostly use it with the Magic Keyboard and I noticed that on my Mac, the backlight is persistently on what I set it. But on iPad, Apple interestingly automatically adjusts the backlight to your surroundings, so if you are in a bright environment, it at least won't try to light up the keys in a manner that you wouldn't be able to see anyways.

After debating between the Magic Keyboard and the ESR one, I opted for the ESR one. I bought 2 on Amazon for $90 each, it has an included case for the iPad, it has a nice protected spot for the pencil, and can also handle the iPad in portrait mode. My work flow will work better with it in a case.

I don't know what your budget is, but you could look for open box Magic Keyboards at Best Buy (or other places). I found an 'excellent' condition open box Magic Keyboard for $120 off list price; it looks new.

Get the Magic Keyboard. It's pricey, but it's better than anything else!

All M4 cases and keyboards will fit the M5, they are identical in shape and form.

I went to an Apple store to check this. Sales guy said he didn't think there were any changes, and I put my M4 one next to the new one on display to compare - they are identical.

Yes, it's handy, I have it on my 11 M5

I'm wondering the same thing. My battery life has not been very good after testing this week

Get it. I have a MBP and a folio case and I'm always switching between both specially when I have to type stuff.

It's all a waiting game - but if you have the m4 ipad pro I cannot fathom why you would need to upgrade to the m5.

Do you have a MacBook or laptop? If you do, you don't really need the Magic Keyboard. Unless you plan to use the iPad for a ton of typing. I have the 13 inch M4 and did not get the keyboard it's so much lighter and easy to use as just an iPad.

This! I don't like how the magic apple one leaves it naked

Do you want to use it as an iPad or a pseudo laptop? I have a 13" with a magic keyboard. The keyboard gives it a little feel like a laptop. But it isn't really. I find the keyboard makes the iPad Pro more useful

I use the Logitech combo touch with my M1 iPad Pro and love it. You can disconnect the keyboard and use it as a tablet as you wish and the kick stand is convenient too. The flaw is with the keyboard you can't use it in your lap essentially as there is no hinge. The typing experience is good, it is better on the Magic Keyboard but it's not bad on the Logitech at all.

I'm using one right now