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Apple Magic Folio iPad 10th Gen vs Apple Magic iPad Air 11-inch

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Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (10th Gen)
KSh 37,000In Stock
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Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)

Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)

  • USB-C pass-through charging for iPad.
KSh 39,500In Stock

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Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 13‑inch (M4)KSh 53,000
Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch M2 Magic Keyboard (4th Gen)KSh 35,500
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch M4 Magic KeyboardKSh 47,500
iPad Pro 13-inch (M4/M5) Magic KeyboardKSh 53,000
iPad Air Magic Keyboard 11" M4KSh 43,500
Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11-inchKSh 39,500
Microsoft Surface Pro Type CoverKSh 25,500
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad if you want a lower price (KSh 2,500 less). Choose the Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch if you prefer magnetic attachment to a compatible iPad.

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad

  • Lower price: KSh 37,000 (vs KSh 39,500).
  • Connection type: Smart Connector supplies power and data.

Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch

  • Connection type: Magnetic attachment to a compatible iPad.

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PriorityApple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPadApple Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch
ConnectionsSmart Connector supplies power and dataMagnetic attachment to a compatible iPad

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (10th Gen)Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
BrandAppleApple
ModelMagic Keyboard Folio for iPadMagic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Air
TypeDetachable two-piece iPad keyboard cover with trackpadiPad keyboard cover with trackpad

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (10th Gen)Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
Connection TypeSmart Connector supplies power and data; no pairing or separate charging requiredMagnetic attachment to a compatible iPad; no wireless pairing required

Keys & Switches

Keys & Switches specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (10th Gen)Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
Switch TypeScissor mechanismScissor mechanism
Total Travel1mm1mm
Dedicated Multimedia Keys14-key function row—

Lighting & Features

Lighting & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (10th Gen)Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
Special FeaturesClick-anywhere Multi-Touch trackpad, adjustable rear stand and front/back protectionAdjustable floating cantilever design, Multi-Touch trackpad, and front/back protection

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (10th Gen)Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
Other Operating SystemsiPad (10th generation) or iPad (A16); Apple’s current technical page requires iPadOS 18.3 or later—

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (10th Gen)Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
Charging Port—USB-C pass-through charging for iPad; this port does not transmit data

Similarities

  • Same switch type: scissor mechanism.
  • Same total travel: 1mm.
  • Both are made by Apple.

In summary

Magic Folio iPad and Magic iPad Air 11-inch share the main features compared here, so the lower-priced Magic Folio iPad may be enough.

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