Premium Feel, Good Value, or Durability? - Which Case is BEST for the M4 iPad Pro?

[@frankincredible]

This is the most honest and thorough review if the ESR Shift I've seen. Every other review only really talks about how great of an IDEA it is to have so many viewing angles, but this review shows that many of those viewing angles aren't really viable in reality. It also confirms what my eyes suspected: it adds a lot of bulk. One of the biggest selling points to me for the iPad pro was how light it is.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! I’m really glad this was helpful! And I completely agree. It seemed like most others were just pointing out that it had those angles and didn’t really test how they functioned. And I also agree that I don’t like cases that add a lot of bulk. Thanks for sharing!

[@carlvernersson9493]

I agree, subscribed.

[@hassanishmam9740]

You brought up a really good point about the inner case not being compatible with other ESR outer cases. That was a question I had and I haven’t seen any other KZbinrs mention that point yet.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! That was the goal. I also saw many videos on the product without people mentioning that. Glad it helped!

[@rafaeletoh]

This youtube account is so underrated wth. Keep the hard work up its gonna pay off

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! I will definitely keep it up! I’m glad you like the content, if you ever have anything that you’d like to see, let me know!

[@christopherwcarver]

Agreed. This video made me hit the subscribe button. Keep grinding buddy.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

That’s awesome!

[@stephenfiore9960]

…Extremely professional. You thought you had a million subscribers

[@machitect]

This is the only review I’ll trust. Thank you for not being sponsored by ESR

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Haha, you’re welcome! Even if I ever get sent a product or sponsored, I’m not ever agreeing to a set script or something that I can’t be honest about. It bothers me when I see a reviewer just being completely scripted about a product. Glad you appreciate the honesty and integrity of the channel!

[@MultiPcExpertGhost]

Bro you did an amazing job. So many sponsored ESR videos, even on forums there's so many bots. You are awesome for giving a real review.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! I’m glad I could help! Yeah unfortunately it seems that too many people are much easier on a product if they are sponsored for it, and I hope to never be that way!

[@truthteller2711]

Great video! One of the few channels that aren’t just ESR sponsored reviews 😂

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

It’s true, it’s true! And if they ever do send me something, I can promise I’ll be just as honest with them 🫡

[@makeitrainnaren]

Lowkey I have bought their products with my own money but have also posted an Amazon review to my benefit lol. I hope they stop doing that cause while their stuff isn’t top quality, they take time to test their stuff to get apple mfi certification and submit all their chargers on the qi/wpc board to get certified. Ravpower got destroyed after Amazon delisted them for review boosting. Anker almost did too.

[@RobertoGonzalez-lc7lo]

Wow, thank you for making this video. I was actually going to buy the ESR case because I've seen videos reviewing it, and it seemed like it has no flaws. You made me change my mind

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I’m really glad I could give you an honest and balanced review! It’s always my goal to help you make a better decision! Thanks for sharing!

[@danwcoon]

You’re doing great things, your reviews bring a special edge to them. I can tell you’ve thought about real use cases and day to day annoyances in designs. Thank you!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Of course! That’s my goal! I’m really glad that you find substance to my content! I truly want to make videos about things I actually use

[@doubledee223]

I have the shift case on my 13” I have to disagree buddy sorry 😂 I love a safe place for my iPad to go into this is it, if it’s been stolen I’ll know, if I’ve left it behind I’ll know, as for the inner case most people tend to use it to attach to their fridge which I do when making dinner, it’s great to watch sports while not being concerned about splash backs or grease or something similar, it’s £54 in the UK I’ve seen much much more expensive 3rd party rugged cases and this ESR one tops them all and it’s cheaper, one even only allowed me to use the iPad in landscape mode which sometimes I like to read a comic or magazine in portrait mode especially on the 13” I do agree with the pen flap and pass through charging with Magic Keyboard ESR misses a chance for a breakthrough but i believe I’ve heard from a good source there’s more to come, including colours, have you also seen the ultra hybrid ESR 360 case? That could be the case your looking for

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah, I hope I didn’t make it seem like the shift magnetic case was really bad, I just felt that for what I do it didn’t quite live up to what I was hoping. I’m not sure how it is for the 13” either, but it just seemed like the magnets for holding it up higher and in portrait mode just weren’t strong enough. But otherwise, yeah, it’s still a good rugged case, I’m just not a big rugged case person, but it is a good cheaper option than a lot out there!

[@kraisk]

I wish you also mention weight and thickness of the cases. ESR is actually quite heavy and thick, almost feel like the same size and weight, as the iPad Pro 2024 itself. 😂 Returning it. Update: apple Smart Folio weights 202 grams, esr folio 266 grams.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks for putting those weights on there! Yes I’m getting a scale so I can make my own measurements in the future. Thanks for your input! Was it the ESR folio case’s weight that bothered you or the ESR shift magnetic case?

[@ChMueller001]

Great comparison! One question left: Which one has less weight? The ESR folio case or the Apple Smartfolio?

[@joemueller8766]

Definitely the original smart folio case

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

The difference is negligible, but I would agree that the Apple Smart Folio is a little lighter than ESR’s version. I think its mostly because it have the extra material for the flap. But honestly if I wasn’t actively trying to get you an answer, I would’ve never noticed the difference 😂

[@sublimechimp]

7:32 you can get the screen to stand straight up by taking off your apple pencil and shoving it straight between the back of the ipad and the stand. Tip down. Right in the middle. Works surprisingly well.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Interesting, I’ll give that a try

[@machitect]

For the Apple Pencil storage, I got the OFA pencil holder from Amazon. I didn’t like their adhesive so I replaced it with gorilla tape and now it’s perfect. I bought the PITAKA, but now I’m thinking of getting the Smart Folio again after having returned it. There’s nothing like the original. I’ve had the one I bought for my 2020 iPad Pro for 4 years and it’s still alive and kicking. And it was the only one that protected my screen bar none. My zugu case gave me a 1” scratch. So if you have a nano, the original case might be your best protection from screen scratches.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks for sharing your experiences! That’s great information! I ended up sticking with the Apple Folio Case because it was the only one I couldn’t return 😂 but that might be a pretty good reason as well!

[@machitect]

@@Graf-XTechReviews hahaha! Well at least your screen is protected, and this one seems even better than the previous versions. One question, how’s the white holding up? Is it fairly easy to clean? I’m going to the Apple Store and thinking of getting the white one.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I honestly the white version of both the Smart Folio and the Magic Keyboard are staying cleaner than the black equivalents

[@machitect]

@@Graf-XTechReviews thank you! Just in time! I’m on my way to the Apple Store.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Happy to help!

[@goatapp8965]

Wish you had a white esr follio to compare to apples

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Me as well. It was like $10 or $15 more to get it in white, at least at that time, which is just kinda nuts! 😂 and Amazon didn’t have the white in stock either, and I had to get that 2 day shipping 😂

[@chrish3305]

Good rant about the magnets! Couldn’t agree more. ESR make a Rebound Hybrid case - good compromise, like a their Rebound/Folio in your review but with the wrap case for the iPad for tablet use. I like mine

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah that one looks really nice actually! For me I still couldn’t have it work because I need one that I could easily pair with the Magic Keyboard, but that does look really nice if you don’t use a keyboard case!

[@sublimechimp]

Because of the pencil thing, I consider the ESR folio to be the official iPad case. I’m on 13”, so $100 for a case that doesn’t protect the pencil is just… something I can’t say on here

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah that is fair!

[@mistermatta]

Very detailed review! Just what I was looking for. Looks like ESR is the way to go

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

That’s great! I’m glad this video was able to help!

[@Adeel_ansari_]

by the quality of the video... i thought you would be having 100k subs at least. i just wanted to know which according to you is better - zugu or shift? Thanks!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I don’t personally have a zugu case, but from what I’ve seen on it, I think I’d prefer it over the shift. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@BobSmith-wg5wz]

16:55 i did this same test with my case and it stayed on way better. great video though.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Hmm, maybe I got a faulty one, thanks for letting me know!

[@Bifragura]

I have the ESR Rebound 360 case and was considering getting the ESR 360 keyboard, but if the covers don’t go together, I’ll probably just get some different entirely

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah that makes sense. I was really thinking they would work together, but since they just don’t, it was pretty frustrating to find out that!

[@stevemorgan1709]

Thanks for sharing an honest, thoughtful review!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Glad you enjoyed it and I hope it was helpful!

[@ForgiveMyMadness]

Subbed! You make the type of review that I wish every reviewer would make. Soooo thorough but without being needlessly long. Thank you!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Awesome! Thanks for subscribing! That is definitely my goal! To make actually informative videos that aren’t too long and boring, but also not so quick that it didn’t really show you anything. I’m glad you enjoy them! Thanks for your feedback!

[@EVERYTHINGcpo]

My experience with the raised position is very different than yours. Mine is very strong when raised. Did they perhaps update it since you got yours?

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Well I had mine for under a week, so I don’t think so 🤔 when did you get yours?

[@Cr1t1calTh1nker]

Great review! Just a quick question….Does the ESR slim tri-fold folio case sit magnetically, or does it rely on gravity when set up in the respective viewing angles/modes?

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

There are magnetic that do help to hold it in place. Great question! Thanks for watching!

[@ahmedmoneeb5166]

Extremely helpful review. Thanks so much for the efforts!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Of course! I’m glad it helped you! That’s the goal!

[@LastUnicorn]

Does the Apple case protect the cameras at all? I'm not concerned about losing the pencil. I got one of the cases with the flap for the pencil but I realized that there was barely any thickness to have the camera recessed at all .

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

It’s probably very similar to what you have. It does technically stick out past the camera bump, but not by much, hope that helps!

[@frankhott5568]

ZUGU for sure. Everything exceeds expectations and matches quality of the iPad it protects!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah, I think a few people have been recommending their cases to me, I think I might look into them a bit more! Thanks for sharing!

[@raymondjames2819]

Zugu is the best case had one on my old iPad just got one for my new iPad Pro

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Ok, that’s interesting, I’ll have to look into that for sure

[@lakatster]

You do such a great job with reviews, very informative. Thanks!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! I do my best! I’m really glad it helped! That’s always my goal!

[@AlejandroCaicedoPUJ]

Doing great content man, keep it up

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thank you! I’m glad that you’ve been enjoying them. If there’s anything in particular you’d like to see from this channel, let me know!

[@cbowles2010]

Nice work on this, very thorough review. The most helpful I have seen.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Awesome! I’m really glad that it was able to help you a lot!

[@MrBdw60]

I have a 5th gen iPad Pro… I like my Logitech Combo case keypad and wouldn’t trade it for anything.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I’m trying out the new version of the Logitech combo touch right now actually and there is a lot to love! Video on that coming soon!

[@ChrisFrand]

I kinda wished you had more cases in the video because I cant see myself using a case with no corner protection and there is a lot of brands that make cases

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Do you have some other suggestions? If you have other cases in mind, I don’t mind doing a follow up!

[@ChrisFrand]

⁠@@Graf-XTechReviewsyou already said you would do a comparison with the esr case that have a keyboard so I probably say the Logitech combo touch I like Mous phone cases so if they have released their iPad case when you do it I recommend that Then I heard otterbox make pretty good protective cases and nillkin make cases that is a little different when others shown normally But I do know it is really expensive so I don’t really expect to see more when you already did and the review you made was really good and I got surprised when I looked it up I remember it as a lot more iPad case brand but I didn’t really find many so if I was the one that have done the review right now it probably also just be apples own esr and Logitech

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I just got a Logitech combo touch in and will be making a couple videos with it here soon. Just wanted to let you know!

[@gopalvenkat3348]

Good Reviews / Keep up the good work

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! I’m glad I could help!

[@sublimechimp]

ESR Folio is the greatest

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah I think overall, it had the best value for sure!

[@alexazar2773]

Great review I think I’ll keep my zugu great info

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I’m glad you have something that works for you! Thanks for sharing!

[@samsamtawayoo]

Does it fit air m2?

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

No, none of these cases are made for the M2 Air, but I’m sure these companies make a version for that model!

[@michaelrichardson9360]

This video is exactly what I was looking for!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

That’s great I’m glad it helps! That’s my goal! Is there anything else that you’re looking for that I can try and make a video for?

[@theshushubird]

Thanks for the DEPTH of analysis!!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Of course! Happy to help! That’s the goal!

[@maasai-]

so much true infos , keep it up , surely you have alot to say n logics to support it .

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! I really do my best to have good information!

[@jeanjohnson380]

Great video, thank you for your honesty! New subscriber!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

That’s awesome! Thanks for the sub!

[@chinaman1]

Are there any keyboard case with track pad and pass through USB?

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Only the Magic Keyboard has the pass through charging, but no keyboard has a pass through usb port, it’s only for charging on the Magic Keyboard

[@Peaced900]

What about Zugu cases???

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I haven’t been a fan of any of them in the past, so I didn’t get any of them here either

[@Peaced900]

@@Graf-XTechReviewswhy not?

[@Peaced900]

@@Graf-XTechReviews what didn’t you like about the zugu case?

[@FATIMAH-zm7fb]

Tbh I just bought myself an iPad case from SHEIN and I’m waiting on it to come 😅

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

That works too! Any reasons in particular why you chose that?

[@FATIMAH-zm7fb]

@@Graf-XTechReviews probably because it’s more convenient also now SHEIN has multiple retailers so when you buy from the right seller you can get yourself a killer of a product

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Gotcha, glad you found something that works well for you!

[@KMoore941]

Haha that rank on ESR was golden

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I thought it was well deserving 😂 glad you enjoyed it

[@ahmedmoneeb5166]

@Graf-XTechReviews I went ahead and got the ESR folio, but I noticed that it tends to collect dust and particles which get stuck to the screen. Did you notice that with the Apple folio case? I'm wondering if this will affect lr scratch the screen on the long term, and if the Apple folio is supposed to offer more protection in that aspect I'll just get it instead, what do you think? Do you think the softer material in Apple's folio will be more protective for the screen? Can you tell a big difference?

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

The Apple folio will probably be a little better about that, but it does still use microfiber to line the case so it definitely can collect dust as well, but it shouldn’t be as bad. However, this is just speculation as I haven’t really noticed even the ESR case collecting any dust yet for me at least. Thanks for asking, I hope this helps!

[@ahmedmoneeb5166]

@@Graf-XTechReviews all the dust aside, do you think the Apple's folio case is more protective because it's softer? Or is thay not necessarily true? I find the quality of ESR folio to be quite good.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah I don’t really think Apple’s is gonna be more protective, I think they’ll be about equal

[@Maui2Boise]

I actually was sure that those inner esr shells with this case and the keyboard were interchangeable. I had seen both before and was planning to buy both. Like you said that is a strategic fail for esr who could market that versatility. It is so obvious. The pin issue is easy to explain. Apple has to let you have that option through license. I am quite sure they simply saying no as to my recall only Logitech has had it. There is no way that there are not plenty of companies that would love to incorporate that functionality. I think that Apple simply does not want the market flooded with competitors with the Magic Keyboard with that capability even if they got a cut.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah it is very unfortunate that the inner cases aren’t compatible! About the pins though, a company called Pitaka made a super thin case for the iPad that had pass through smart connectors so it could still attach to the Magic Keyboard, so you could be totally right that they are unable to made it, but I think they could make the pass through smart connectors as he seen others do it. But great points still! Thanks for sharing! Glad this video helped!

[@mrinaldbhat9921]

yaay im your 1000th subscriber

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Hey, that’s awesome! Thanks for supporting the channel! That’s super cool!

[@Brar_Jagdeep]

what about hybrid case bro ??

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Well, I haven’t claimed that I featured every kind of case, but yes, that is an option! Is that your case choice? If so what’s your favorite part about it?

[@Brar_Jagdeep]

@@Graf-XTechReviewsfrom esr same as rebound but with case and five viewing angles ... You can try it if you want ..

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah I’ll look into it for sure!

[@AnonymousLeopard]

Thanks for a great review!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I’m really glad that it had good information for you!

[@uniquesoul73]

It’s a nice case but I can’t phantom paying the inflated price for such a basic case. I mean there is not pencil protection. I have to pass. Now the ESR case is a winner

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Agreed the ESR case is a winner!

[@codoflife6115]

Great video thanks

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I’m so glad you liked it!

[@FrozenVayneGames]

Still find it kind of hilarious that you can get both the shift and the rebound and the cost would still be cheaper than getting a single Apple smart folio 😂

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah it’s pretty ridiculous 😂 I think that price is definitely not worth it

[@gabek1120]

Omg I thought esrs cases were able to magnetize to each other, that means I'm not buying them, I'm disappointed. I'm gonna just add a magnet to a case instead from a cheaper brand.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah I know, it was very sad to find that out. I was definitely disappointed

[@warmachine2939]

Spigen Ultra Hybrid Pro Case------- any time

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I’ll give it a try!

[@kiosh]

Nice video ❤

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! I’m glad you found it useful!

[@kiosh]

@@Graf-XTechReviews Im happy with my smart folio but i enjoyed your thoughts

[@-Perene]

In the YT video "ESR Gear Shift Magnetic Case For iPad Pro - Unboxing & Review" we can clearly see the added weight is too much. So avoid this, unless you want the iPAD to almost double the weight. Also, the Apple's FOLIO does not protect the sides.

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah I would agree about the weight of the shift magnetic case, it’s definitely not ideal and that’s why I don’t recommend it for most people. Also, with the Apple Folio case, I wasn’t meaning that the case protects or covers the sides of the iPad itself. I was referring to how if you were to drop it, the case slightly extends past the sides to soften the blow to the iPad itself. But yes, it had very minimal protection

[@ooitengaik8144]

Good points!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Thanks! Happy to help!

[@gjquito]

Thanks!

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Glad it helped!

[@likeitis5662]

Got the shift, it’s bloody heavy lol but just need to get use to it. No sleep wake function however

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah that case is pretty heavy. Although, on my version the sleep/wake function worked just fine, so that’s interesting 🤔 I even show that at around 9:00

[@likeitis5662]

@@Graf-XTechReviews how did yours work? It’s the same as mine but smaller lol

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I don’t know it just worked out of the box🤷‍♂️😂

[@stephenfiore9960]

1x(10/13/24)….done ok excellent

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Not sure what you’re referring to…but feel free to elaborate!

[@temalfred7572]

I do and will always pay for that apple logo 😅

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Hey that’s fair, I mean there is truth to being able to trust the quality when it comes from them.

[@temalfred7572]

@@Graf-XTechReviews yes I think so

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Makes sense!

[@temalfred7572]

13:58 dann hätte man das Problem, dass das magic Keyboard nicht ganz zu gehen und das ist sehr unschön vor allem, wenn man damit täglich arbeitet und das ist einfach nicht die beste Option

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah I definitely agree, especially if using the Magic Keyboard, having a case that covers up those magnets and isn’t easily detachable is not good at all. That Shift Magnetic Case I showed in the video wasn’t my favorite for what I use either.

[@temalfred7572]

@@Graf-XTechReviews yes I agree with you and thanks for answering, but I wanted to say that also because the new magic keyboard, is made out of metal like aluminium it would bend if you use it constantly, but yes thank you 😊

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

I guess that’s possible, although I’ve found this Magic Keyboard to be even more solid than the last one and I don’t see it bending very easily. But time will tell

[@TadpoleArtz]

$100 for a case is garbage. I went with the ESR shift. Great for an artist

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Glad you found a good one! That case didn’t work for me, but I knew it’d work for some!

[@chickenporkadob0]

i bought the shift case and the only down side i found is the missing flap and weak magnet cover. so i removed the flap from my old esr case and put it to my shift case. now i can securely put my pencil on top and also holds the cover solved 2 cons, now it's perfect for me. kzbin.infos5b9UwJ5or4?si=iUbPWGz5W96GDMcW

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Yeah that’s pretty interesting! Cool fix! That still wouldn’t change all of my problems with it, but I’m glad you could make it work for you!

[@upload00]

Change up the KZbin name to your name bro, claim your work

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Well, I think I do claim my work. My last name is Graf….so that’s why I call it Graf-X Tech

[@WittyGooseRacing]

Toy Story 2

[@BLINDCABBY]

Andy

[@Graf-XTechReviews]

Are we calling me Andy? Not exactly sure what’s happening here 😂

[@BLINDCABBY]

Me neither but I appreciate you and love Toy Story . What is happening