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Microsoft's Surface Pro is quite the 2-in-1 device, designed for life on the move. To help protect it from scrapes, scuffs, and dreaded drops, consider grabbing one of these exceptional cases. All cases in this roundup will fit both the fifth-generation Surface Pro (2017) and the latest Surface Pro 6.
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These are the best cases we've found for the Surface Pro and Surface Pro 6, whether it comes down to adding rugged protection, a bit (or a lot) of style, or an executive look. If you're planning on taking your Surface Pro with you into the field, the UAG Metropolis is likely your best bet for a rugged case if you don't mind losing use of the Pro's kickstand, while Kensington's Blackbelt case is a better, rugged fit if you want to keep the kickstand's mobility intact. Both of these cases are extra tough and protect against significant bumps and scratches, so you'll have to worry less about damaging your expensive PC.
On the other hand, if you're mostly taking your Surface Pro to a coffee shop or back and forth from the office, ProCase's Premium Folio is probably a better fit. It's made from composition leather available in a few different colors, it lets you use the kickstand at different angles, and it has the right cutouts for sensors and cameras. It won't provide as much protection as the rugged options, but it will still help with bumps and scratches that come with regular use.
