I was looking for something less expensive than Apple's smart keyboard or Logitech's keyboard case. This one fit the fill perfectly! First off, it is not a hard shell case, but is more rubbery. However it definitely holds the iPad very well. It includes a plastic keyboard that is is sturdy with good keys and great function keys that include volume controls, etc. You can keep the iPad in the case without the keyboard for transport. The only thing I miss from the Logitech is a lighted keyboard (the Apple isn't lit). Note that this keyboard did not advertise a lighted keyboard! Other than that, it is perfect for my needs!