The Tot vs The Gripcase

Tot is back on the job this week with her opinion of the Gripcase. And if she'll allow it, I will tell you all what I think of it too.

As you can see, the Gripcase has four handles around its edge which means it is a dawdle to carry. Since it arrived in the house, Tot has taken to swinging it about, like an errant handbag. The handles are also useful for attaching the case to schoolbags (or as Tot found out, for tying it around a door handle.)

The Gripcase is light-weight and shock absorbing; the bumper corners take the hit if the iPad falls, like air-bags on an Audi.

Actually the Gripcase designers describe it far better than I just did; 

By creating a valley between the body and the bumper corner, we created a “crumple zone”.  This crumple zone absorbs the energy created during an impact and directs it away from your iPad granting you another day of Angry Birds! 

Thankfully the Gripcase is easy peasy to clean. Just a wipe with a damp cloth gets rid of smudges, chocolate and grubbiness. There's no screen protector but because the bumper curves around the iPad the screen is pretty well protected.

Plans are afoot to produce a stand for the Gripcase and I was lucky enough to try out an early prototype. The stand can be used in both portrait and landscape and keeps the iPad in the stand. I continue to be disappointed by so many stands for the iPad that aren't safe, the minute you put any pressure on the screen the iPad pops out of the stand.

 

The Gripcase stand, even at this stage, is a quality stand, a sturdy throne for the iPad, so I'm looking forward to seeing the finished product.

I ruminated for hours to see if I could pinpoint a flaw with the Gripcase and you know what, I can't think of any. I love the fact that the idea for the Gripcase came from a Dad designer who wanted to protect the iPad from his two year old son. I like how light it is.Tot loves the handles and the fact that it is biteproof. It retails at $39.99 so it's even a good price.

As a family, we're sold. Therefore, drum roll please... Tot and I give the Gripcase a flabbergasting FIVE stars. 

You can find out more about the Gripcase here.

And now, I hand you to the Tot, who will tell you in her own, unique, Irish accented words, why she likes the Gripcase. 

 

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Comments

[Debbie Wilson]

I LOVE my gripcase, have had it about a month, and have had no issues with it at all. I don't have to constantly supervise my young grandkids when they are playing with my ipad, cause I know it's well protected. My 14 yr old son thinks it's pretty cool too! 5 stars from me as well!

[JenRay]

Gripcase was the first (and only) case I got for my iPad. I was worried your reviews would give me case envy, so I am glad to learn that I picked a 5-star case! (mine does have some permanent teeth marks though, darn it!)

[Lorraine Carrothers]

LOVE Tots video review!!

[Melissa]

This is the case I purchased about a month ago for my 2 year old son. He uses his ipad as a communication device so it is with him constantly in a lot of different situations. We LOVE this case. I feel it provides great protection and the handles make it really easy for him to grip and carry. We have received many comments about how cool it is too. I have no complaints and highly recommend it. I am looking forward to being able to purchase the stand now!

[Gretchen]

I love that you've been doing these reviews!! I've been lusting after several of these cases for a while now, and your reviews have been a huge help! We still haven't purchased a great case for our toddler destructo-matic, but I know I will be able to make a much better choice because of your reviews.

[Mindy Douglas]

I think i would buy any product from that sweet child. Love Tot!!!

[Matt Hirschhorn]

Thanks for the great review! We set up a 10% discount for all the Smart Apps for Kids followers. When visiting www.gripcase-usa.com please feel free to use promo code "smartapps" to receive your discount.

Thanks again!
- Gripcase