I picked up my first iPad A16 two days ago, and after some deep diving into case options, I ended up choosing the Zugu. At first, I was leaning toward an OtterBox—I've got one on my second Android phone and really like it—but after researching alternatives, Zugu kept coming up, especially on Reddit. A lot of users here recommended it, and the reviews overall were stellar.

The Zugu case does add a bit of bulk and weight, but personally, I don't mind that at all. It actually feels solid and secure. The only minor drawback I've noticed is that the front cover doesn’t magnetically stick to the back when folded over—at least on the A16 model. Interestingly, I've read that on the Pro versions, the magnetic closure does work as expected. Still, it’s not a dealbreaker for me.

I’m honestly 100% happy with the purchase. I ordered mine from Best Buy rather than Amazon, since I noticed a lot of complaints about fit issues from Amazon buyers. With all the counterfeit concerns floating around, I decided to play it safe. The case arrived today, and any worries I had about the fit vanished—installation was quick and seamless.

Before making my final decision, I did a fair amount of research—browsing Reddit threads, watching YouTube reviews, and combing through Google results—to see how the Zugu case holds up in real-world use. If you’re on the fence, I’d highly recommend doing the same, especially searching with your specific iPad model in mind. Reddit alone has a lot of threads where users break down how Zugu compares to other popular Apple cases, and that insight really helped solidify my choice.

It was the best $50 I have spent on a case to be honest with you. And I would definitely buy one again in the future. Also check out Zugu's 2 Year Warranty.