Although it does not come with a protective case, it is recommended that you purchase one. The iPad's metal case is unfriendly to people with dry, slippery hands. And avoid bumps and bruises, not surface scratches, look also distressed. The most important thing is that the shell is not expensive, you can randomly match your own style. Finally, not only to have a shell, tempered film is also a must, this thing is very useful in the critical moment.