When I got my brand new 2016 MacBook Pro, I needed a new case to protect it from scratches and stains. I often carry it in my bike bag because it can bounce around a bit on the potholes of London roads. I also put it in my carry-on luggage when I fly.
I’ve used TwelveSouth’s BookBook case in the past. While it’s a bit larger, it provides a good level of protection, though the company doesn’t currently have a version for the latest MacBook Pro models. I also use the Burkley Hard Leather Case for my MacBook Air.
Mujjo (whose iPhone 6 wallet case I really like) recently released a felt and leather case for the latest MacBook Pro, so I decided to give it a try. This case fits the 13- and 15-inch models, as well as previous models with Retina displays…
The case is made primarily of thick felt, which is the only material your MacBook Pro will come into contact with once it’s inside the case. A second felt slot accommodates the iPad. While there’s a rivet on the outside, the back of the rod inside the case is also covered in felt to protect it from scratches.
Finally, there is a credit card slot inside, where you can put bank cards, business cards, SD cards or similar small items.
There are plenty of cheap felt cases on the market that are very thin and provide varying degrees of protection. The Mujjo case is different: its semi-rigid felt is thick enough to protect against both impacts and scratches.
The case looks stylish but understated, especially with the black flip cover. It doesn’t have as many reviews as my BookBook and Burkley cases, but it looks and feels like a high-end product. The only visible branding is the brand name embossed on the leather flap.
The fact that it can hold both a MacBook Pro and an iPad is especially appealing to me, since I carry my iPad with me almost everywhere. When I’m carrying both devices, I simply put them in the case and put the case in my bag. It fits easily into the laptop slot on the back of my bike bag (meaning it should fit in most laptop bags), and it’s also easy to throw in my carry-on luggage when traveling.
As always, leather inevitably leaves scratches when rubbed. I’ve used MacBook cases before, but part of the appeal of leather is that it looks great even when it’s very dirty. The Mujjo case has only minor scuffs so far, but I fully expect it to show marks over time with continued use, just like any other leather product.
If you are looking for something that immediately gives away that it is a high-end product, this case may not be for you, as at first glance it looks pretty ordinary. I already mentioned that the BookBook and Berkeley cases have received a lot of praise, people have seen them in coffee shops, on planes, etc., while the Mujjo cases have not received much attention yet.
But upon closer inspection, its quality becomes apparent. I’m confident it will continue to protect my MacBook Pro and iPad for years to come and is well worth the money.
The case can be purchased directly from the company’s official website. Older versions can also be found on Amazon, starting at $69.
Ben Lovejoy is a British technology writer and the EU editor of 9to5Mac. He is known for his columns and magazines chronicling his years of experience with Apple products, aiming to provide more comprehensive reviews. He also writes fiction, having published two techno-thrillers, several sci-fi stories, and a romantic comedy!