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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 334 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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82%would recommend to a friend

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Customers enjoy the Smartshell case's excellent protection and snug fit for their Macbook Air. Many appreciate its ease of use and the variety of colors available. While some users experienced issues with the case's durability, the lightweight design and scratch resistance are also frequently praised.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Speck smart shell

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been using the Speck SmartShell for my MacBook for a few months now, and it’s easily one of the best protective cases I’ve come across. The design is sleek, minimalistic, and fits the MacBook like a glove without adding unnecessary bulk. It preserves the aesthetics of the laptop while giving it solid protection from scratches, dings, and everyday wear and tear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect, Slim Protection — SmartShell Delivers

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been using the Speck SmartShell case for my 13” MacBook Air (M4) for a few weeks now, and I absolutely love it. The case gives great protection against scratches and small bumps without adding noticeable bulk — the slim design preserves the sleek profile of my laptop.  Putting it on and taking it off is very easy thanks to the secure clips, and everything fits perfectly — the corners align well and there’s no wobble.  The matte finish feels smooth yet slightly grippy, which helps a lot when I carry the MacBook around.  One of the things I really appreciate is the durability: despite being thin, the polycarbonate build handles everyday wear well.  According to many users, it resists scratches and stays clear for a long time.  Another plus: it doesn’t trap as much dust as softer cases, and the bottom non-slip pads help keep the MacBook stable on smooth surfaces.  Overall, this case gives me peace of mind. I can use my MacBook Air worry-free, knowing it’s protected yet still light and elegant. Highly recommended!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best service

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently purchased a Mac from Best Buy and I’m very pleased with my experience. The computer performs incredibly well — it’s fast, quiet, and extremely stable. The display quality and overall performance have exceeded my expectations. I was also pleasantly surprised by how smooth and intuitive the transition to macOS was; everything runs seamlessly. I also want to highlight the excellent service at Best Buy. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable, and helped me choose the model that best fits my needs. The entire purchasing process was quick, comfortable, and hassle-free. Overall, buying my Mac at Best Buy was absolutely the right decision. Highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Case for Apple air laptop

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Covers the laptop the way it supposed to easy to put on and take off to clean

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Plain and simple

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the protect and it also allows meti see the color of my computer

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MacBook Case

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The case fits great and protects my MacBook, definitely do not want to skip out on it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection
    Cons mentioned:
    Bulk

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Additional Protection

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice option for additional protection for your MacBook. Definitely recommend. Doesn’t add much bulk or weight and looks great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Stylish protection without the bulk

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fits perfectly on my MacBook Air, very slim and lightweight. Simple, minimalistic design that keeps that MacBook looking sleek. Easy to snap on and remove.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    cover

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    El cover me protege la computadora de cualquier caída o raspaso

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent choice!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s early yet to be sure, but this case seems to be sturdier than others I’ve used in the past. The best part is that it doesn’t add bulk or weight to my slim MacBook Air, so major bonus there. I’m also pleased with the no-slip pads on the bottom.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality and great service!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The case was cheaper than on amazon and about $30 cheaper than the Speck website. I love Best Buy they always have the best deal!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fit, Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect fit

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fit perfect for MacBook Air M2 2022 and protect your laptop from scratches

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Protection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Laptop Case/Cover

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This case was an amazing purchase! It really secures the Laptop all around. At first I was worried about it possibly becoming yellow overtime but after four months it has remained the same. I honestly recommend it to anyone who is afraid of breaking their laptop such as me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this purchase it’s very reliable for my MacBook and my favorite color is pink

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Design

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Do Not Recommend

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Cute, slim design. Thought it would be durable because it is by the brand Speck which I regularly use their cellphone cases, however it crack within the first week and the crack kept getting longer and more cracks formed thereafter. It was abnormal bcus our Mac laptop has never incurred a drop.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SpeckProducts
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      Thanks for your review, Simmi. We appreciate your continued support of Speck and are glad to hear you've had great experiences with our phone cases. It’s definitely not what we’d expect to hear about our SmartShell case. Our customer support team would be happy to take a closer look and help however they can—feel free to reach out at [email protected] or through the chat at SpeckProducts.com. SpeckProducts

  • Cons mentioned:
    Case quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Broke before 30 days.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i had it on my macbook for less than 30 days. purchased on 8/27/23. on 9/16/23 i noticed the edges of the top protector were cracking on the edge of the corners. on 9/25/23 the top cover completely cracked. i spent $53 with taxes and this didn’t even last me a month. my device doesn’t get left anywhere except my desk to charge, and the only place i put it while traveling is in a laptop sleeve. it is always with me. can’t return it or exchange it cuz the 14 days was literally the day before i noticed the minor cracking on the edges. :(((

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Customer Care
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      Hi Wynter, we are sorry to hear about that. Please email our customer service team at [email protected] so we can learn more about your experience, and do our best to help. speckpwr

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love my Laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m loving it ! It’s my best friend like literally

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great buy for the oroce

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This MacBook is very powerful. So far it has performed like a dream no complaints

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Case quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Cracked after a few months

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The top case cracked after a few months of use. I have traveled with it and it has been dropped exactly 2 times. I’m glad I have the case but at the same time I wish the plastic was more robust.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Customer Care
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      Hi, we are sorry to hear about that. Please email our customer service team at [email protected] so we can learn more about your experience, and do our best to help. speckpwr

  • Cons mentioned:
    Case quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Poor Quality for the Price

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This case was $50 so we assumed that it was sturdy and based that opinion on the description as well. Not even three weeks into using it, hairline crack which turned into a full crack within two days. Poor quality, we read the reviews and people complained of cracks after dropping their laptops but this wasn’t the case. I will be contacting the manufacturer.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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