The Belkin Pro Keyboard Case with Magnetic Stand for iPad Pro 11″ (M4/M5) is a protective folio keyboard that combines a backlit Bluetooth keyboard, multi-gesture trackpad, and dedicated Apple Pencil cradle into a single accessory. At $113.99, down from $149.99, it positions itself as a more affordable alternative to Apple’s Magic Keyboard and closer in price to what you might pay for a basic Logitech option. The case targets iPad users who spend significant time typing and want a laptop-like experience without paying Apple’s premium.
What You Get
The backlit keyboard lets you work in dim lighting without squinting at keys, and auto wake gets the iPad ready the moment you unfold it, eliminating the usual fumbling to unlock and navigate back to your app. Belkin built in multimedia keys so you can adjust volume, brightness, and other controls directly from the keyboard without dropping into Control Center. The large, click-anywhere trackpad is designed to be more forgiving than the cramped touchpads found on cheaper keyboard cases and supports Mac-like multi-gesture controls for scrolling and navigation. The Apple Pencil cradle is also practical; it doesn’t obstruct the iPad’s built-in magnetic pencil slot, so you get dedicated storage and a physical reminder where the stylus lives.
Materials and Warranty
Belkin made an effort to position this case responsibly: it uses recycled post-consumer materials and comes in plastic-free packaging, which matters if you care about the environmental footprint of your gear. The case includes a 600mAh battery with claimed standby of 540 days and carries a 2-year warranty. Weight is reasonable at 1.3 lbs, and the form factor is designed specifically for iPad Pro 11″ M4 and M5 models.
Should You Buy It?
Buy this if you want a protective keyboard case at a mid-range price and are willing to spend time tuning the trackpad settings, or disabling tap-to-click entirely, to find a workable configuration. Skip it if you spend most of your time in precise pointing tasks like design work, or if the trackpad complaints would drive you to frustration. For document editors and note-takers, it’ll do the job. For power users, Apple’s Magic Keyboard or a dedicated Bluetooth keyboard paired with a separate case might justify the extra outlay.
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