Finding a case for your new pride and joy is always a frustrating task. I usually just chuck my MacBook Pro 13″ into my rucksack
The case feels far more premium than its £7.50 price tag would suggest! It is generously padded with a good finish and a quality top loading zip. The MacBook fits perfectly and I’ve tried it with my Mac as well as an older 2009 13″ MacBook Pro and also a 2012″ MacBook Pro too. All these Macs have the DVD drive and are slightly thicker than the Retina models that don’t have this drive. So these will be a slightly roomier fit. I’ll see if I can find one to check and post an update if I do.
The zip can’t scratch the laptop since it has padding underneath it that closes around the Mac as it’s zipped shut:
I’ve had it for month now with daily use and it shows no sign of wear.
Here’s a short video showing the fit with my Macbook – please just note that the Retina model is thinner (by a little over half a cm) so won’t be quite a snug (which isn’t necessarily a bad thing):
Summary
Pros:
- Excellent fit with non-Retina Macbook Pros. Slightly roomier fit with Retina Macbook Pros (not tested yet)
- Good padding and protection
- Quality zip
- Very good value (under £8)
Cons:
- Would love a small side pocket for earphones or even mouse. But would make it bulkier
- Some won’t like the AmazonBasics logo so prominently displayed
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this sleeve and will certainly be reviewing more of the AmazonBasics range very soon.
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