All of the differences between the three models, as well as the recently discontinued Magic Keyboard for iPad Air and iPad Pro, are listed below: Magic Keyboard Folio (2022–2025) Magic Keyboard for iPad Air and iPad Pro (2020–2025) Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (2025) Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro (2024–2025) Detachable keyboard Kickstand "Floating" cantilever design "Floating" cantilever design "Floating" cantilever design USB-C port for passthrough charging USB-C port for passthrough charging USB-C port for passthrough charging Plastic hinge Redesigned aluminum hinge Redesigned aluminum hinge 0.84 pounds (381 grams) 11-Inch: 1.3 pounds (590 grams) 13-Inch: 1.56 pounds (710 grams) TBC 11-Inch: 1.28 pounds (580 grams) 13-Inch: 1.46 pounds (662 grams) Silicone top case Silicone top case Silicone top case Aluminum top case 14-key function row 14-key function row 14-key function row Backlighting Backlighting Trackpad Trackpad Larger trackpad Larger trackpad Physical click Physical click Physical click Haptic feedback Available in White only Available in White or Black Available in White only Available in White or Black Compatible with iPad with A14 or A16 Compatible with iPad Air with A14, M1, M2, or M3 and iPad Pro with A12X, A12Z, M1, and M2 Compatible with iPad Air with A14, M1, M2, or M3 Compatible with iPad Pro with M4 $249 Discontinued 11-Inch: $269 13-Inch: $319 11-Inch: $299 13-Inch: $349 The Magic Keyboard Folio is unique in offering a magnetic kickstand, separate from the keyboard itself, to prop the iPad up independently.
The Magic Keyboards for iPad Air and iPad Pro do not have a separate magnetic kickstand, instead prioritizing an all-in-one design that works well on a user's lap and is far more akin to a MacBook.
The iPad Air and iPad Pro's Magic keyboards are very similar, but the iPad Pro's version has an aluminum top case, giving it a more premium feel and appearance.
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