HOU Keyboard Case for iPad Mini 7/6, 156° Adjustable Stand, Detachable Full Protective Case for iPad Mini 7/6, 11 Shortcut Keys, 7 Color Backlight, Silicone PU, Multifunction, Bluetooth

First off, I’m not a bot, fake promoter or being paid and I rarely write reviews.I have only been using this keyboard for a few hours and am so impressed that I wanted to share my opinion. I have been using another keyboard case for the last few years, it served its purpose but I wasn’t impressed. No back lighting and had to use the function key way too much. Yea this key board is small, what would you expect, it’s for a Mini! While small it is highly functional and the keys are very responsive. The case around the mini is nice, not to grippy and appears just as protective as my other one. Pen holds firmly in place. Can’t speak to battery life as I just got it. Oh the stand is outstanding! If you’re a mini lover like I am, I highly recommend this keyboard case!

I’ve heard that a common issue with iPad mini keyboard cases is how the keyboard is compromised in terms of layout and useability. I don’t think that’s the case here. The keys are very responsive and are not too small. The fact that this case does not have a track pad means that they’re able to have more key rows, minimizing any odd secondary fingerings required for special characters. I’m able to get around 70 to 80 wpm typing on this thing.The case itself feels very nice in terms of quality. The outer material is a soft leatherette material.I am really happy with this purchase.Some pros:- has sleep to wake function- Bluetooth connection seems pretty stable- battery life is pretty long. The keyboard sleeps after not using for a period of time- has an escape key, which the other HOU case doesn’t haveSome cons:- a bit heavy but probably expected for any keyboard cases- you have to get used to using the control key for some special characters

After reading a few reviews of this keyboard and case combo for the iPad mini 6/7, I figured to give it a shot. I didn't really buy it for the keyboard, since I knew typing on a keyboard the size of an iPad mini was never going to be an amazing experience, but I heard rave reviews about its kickstand.This is indeed the case (har har) — the kickstand is superb here, probably the best I have ever tried on any iPad case, ever.It feels substantial and that it will stand the test of time. I was so tired of using Apple's smart folio case and my iPad mini would constantly topple over because of how flimsy it would be, in propping itself up on the side. With this case on, you have a very secure as well as wide range of angles to keep your iPad mini held up from. This works in both landscape and portrait ratios/modes. I like that when in the vertical mode you can have the usb C port facing upwards, thus allowing for you to easily charge the iPad.Unfortunately this exposed my biggest complaint with the case combo, I think I audibly said OH NO when I made this discovery. Because it is so thick and because it has such precise cut outs to the ports, buttons and speaker grills, there is a very small area from which you can plug in your charger. Neither of my long usb C charging cables that I typically have used for my iPads would fit (by Native Union and Satechi, which I included in photos). I did find a different cable that fit, but now I have to use a much shorter cable. If I'm out and about, who knows if the cable I happen to borrow from someone will fit.Another suggestion I would make is that it would be great to include, even at a higher price, a simple cover that you can optionally use to protect front of the iPad if you don't currently want to use the keyboard. The product is marketing for being multi-use, which it is. I.E. you can use it with the keyboard either magnetically attached or separated, use the iPad mini by itself for drawing, read with the iPad standing in a vertical position with the kickstand, etc. However, you can't travel or transport the iPad mini without using the keyboard as the front cover of the case. Once you have both parts of the case magnetically clad around your iPad mini... let's just say it isn't so mini any longer. It's never heavy per se, but it does take on more of the feeling of carrying around a diary, as someone else pointed out. Since the case's back cover kick stand is so good, I can see a lot of people (myself included) not buying this for the keyboard. So, that's why I would suggest the option of including a simplified front cover.Additional pluses, which I should mention as many others have already, include the high quality of materials used throughout. The quality of the materials as well as general craftsmanship are of a very, very high quality. They aren't far off of what you would expect from Apple. The cutouts for the buttons and speaker grills of the iPad mini are extremely precise. Even the manual that comes in the box is quite well made, it's much better than you would typically expect from a product like this. It is very clear that the company that made it went the extra mile to create something special.If the cutout around the usb C port were just a smidge larger, to allow for more usb C cables to work (fit) as well as the option to include a simplified front cover to the case, instead of always needing to use the full keyboard around, I would say that this is truly THE case for the iPad mini 6/7, perfected.

This keyboard case is especially good for the size and the layout is much better than the keyboard in the "HOU ultra slim folio case" (longer spacebar, less keys where yo need to use "option" key to reach the "3rd option"). This keyboard also has a very useful function row and USB C charging. The kickstand is great for typing angles AND for portrait viewing (good for FaceTime, some typing). Overall kickstand is also better than the HOU ultra slim folio. Only downside is the thickness and weight. The ultra slim folio is nearly indistinguishable from a regular folio cover and yet is has a keyboard. While not heavy, this has a thin case around the iPad (nice feel, takes more purpose to use Touch ID) which offers protection. The combined thickness of the case and keyboard is noticeable, but not bulky. For now, I'm keeping this case and already sent ultra slim folio back because of the keyboard. If HOU was to update the keyboard on the Ultra Slim Folio to this layout, it would likely be my pick.

The product is solid! I really like the case and the keyboard, however for some reason it doesn't fit entirely well on my IPad Mini 2024 from day one and it has my eye twitching for the imperfection.I would totally recommend it if it fits you well.

This set exceeded my expectations! The keyboard automatically re-connects every time you turn it on, so you don’t have to go to the Settings/Bluetooth every time —> very cool! The case is sturdy and solid too. The keyboard has a bit of latency but not bad. I really like the backlight under the keyboard, found it useful many nights. It is a bit hard to put iPad mini in the case but how many times do you want to do that, huh? I highly recommend this for iPad mini owners.

I have only had this for one day, but I am very impressed with this keyboard case! The keys respond very well (using it for this review!)! Kick stand is great. Really like the portrait option. The only thing that could be improved is the magnet strength, specifically the ones that hold the keyboard cover closed. It will fall open if tilted. Size wise, I do not find it bulky at all and I actually like how it makes the iPad feel protected. Great item!