Reviews for Thule 13" Attache Case for MacBook Pro

I haven't even had this a year, and I've loved it, but the zipper is pulling away from the bag and jamming. Sadly, the quality doesn't live up to the price/design.

11 of 11 people found this useful

nice Bag but i had two of them and both zippers failed to bad

5 of 6 people found this useful

After about 6 months of use, the zipper on this bag failed, rendering it useless on an overseas trip. The zippers have a difficult time getting through the four corners of the bag. In my case, teeth were torn out in the bag corners and in others the zipper separated from the case. It's a wonderfully efficient little bag, holding all needed accessories and more, plus an iPad, in minimal space, but all is nullified by the poor engineering of the zippers. This very problem is also frequently cited on Amazon, where I checked after having my issues.

10 of 12 people found this useful

Echo the other reviews that say how attractive and well made the case is and I've tossed over buying this for a few months before actually taking the plunge.

However, after buying it today, I'm now debating whether to keep it or return it and look for something else. The problem is that it seems that the tailored spaces seem very very specific for what they can hold.

The MacBook Pro slot will only just fit the MacBook Pro in. There is absolutely no room for a sleeve/cover of any description and whilst it's nice that it is a snug fit and won't slosh around, there is nothing in the way of padding around the corners of the bag and therefore the laptop.

The iPad slot is also tight. I own an iPad 1 and in the original Apple folding sleeve it's a struggle to get in. When you do get it in, the blue/rigid divider becomes considerably bowed. If I use it without the sleeve it fits in slightly better with minimal bowing. Trying another family members iPad 2, it fits so much more comfortably to slip in and out. Looking now at the pictures, it does appear that the iPad 2 (without case/cover) is used in the photographs which perhaps tells me that it wasn't designed for the iPad 1.

It's a shame as I really like the case. I might return it for the 15" version which should give me the extra leeway for a MacBook sleeve, I'm unsure if it will change the iPad section though.

5 of 7 people found this useful

I ordered my new MBP from the online store but wasn't sure about the bags. I went to the Sydney Apple store yesterday and saw this one in 13" and fell in love it. I purchased it and used it for a book and a portable charger straight away. Looks petite on the outside but quite roomy inside. Can't wait for my MBP to arrive now. I'm a female and I think this one looks very nice and professional for women too.

Cheap quality on the zipper. It tears apart on the corners. The first one I had broke in the second week of use. The second one I have now broke in less than a year. It's an $80 case not a $10 or $20 case. It should last more than a year!

Other than the cheap quality, It does fits everything nicely. I will try to see if they will replace this one. If not then I will get something else. Can't keep switching bags every year.

14 of 17 people found this useful

So I have received my new case and it's great! I have a SPECK case already fitted on my 13" MacBook Pro and it fits just fine. It is "tight" as the zipper goes around the inside (r bottom) corners as you close it but there is not enough strain on the zipper to be concerned. Once it is zipped halfway the last corners are easy. I highly recommend this laptop and it's going to be well protected in this case. These three were meant for each other, worth every penny.

4 of 5 people found this useful

I bought this today after reading the other reviews and have to say am very impressed on it's durability, looks and the amount of room this little case has.

I would definitly recommend this to protect your investment either at home or on the go!

Five stars for me... : )

23 of 23 people found this useful

The Thule case is extremely well designed (your MBP fits in with a satisfying soft click) and the entire case is streamlined, comfortable to carry and won't get in your way like a lot of other bags. The handles have a gel within that makes them not only comfortable to hold, but strangely compelling. The case is clearly durable (and made by a solid name), looks good, and holds a good amount of stuff, including your iPad. I presently have my power adapter and extension cable, two adapters, pens and whiteboard markers, my MBP, and a medium-thickness spiral-bound notebook, all with some room to spare.

As a professor, I lug my laptop back and forth from meetings to lecture to office to home-- this bag is the absolute perfect fit. Ask my friends-- I won't shut up about the darn thing. ;)

25 of 26 people found this useful