Customer Reviews and Ratings

4.5 out of 5 stars

Based on 18 reviews

  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Disappointing

    • Written by from Brisbane

    4 of 5 people found this useful

    I bought this with my original MacBook Air purchase. It looked great but the zipper failed within a few months of moderate use. Such an expensive quality purchase should come with practical robustness. Disappointing !

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic Idea!

    • Written by from BLOOMFIELD

    3 of 4 people found this useful

    OK, I love the look of this leather case. It looks just like a book and it fits perfectly. You have to baby the zipper and make sure the edges do not get hit or they will curl up. With all precautions taken this is a great case that can easily fit into any boardroom or college campus. I use mine for travel to protect my products from prying eyes. I am going to order the 15" for my macbook pro- that is how much I love this case. I have one for my air, ipad and soon the pro. My three bookbook's are going to look great on the book case. Just a wonderful idea...I wish I thought of it.

  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Unique and very well made, but mine had a zipper problem

    • Written by from SLINGERLANDS

    16 of 18 people found this useful

    This is a very unique case. It will not be for everyone, but I love mine. It is very well made, with quality leather and velvety material for the lining. There have been a number of comments re: the zippers....mine was difficult to operate, and just broke. I contacted the manufacturer, and they have been very responsive.

    Was this useful? Unique and very well made, but mine had a zipper problem

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    One of a kind!

    • Written by from Richmond Hill

    5 of 6 people found this useful

    If you like to make a statement and enjoy standing out in a subtle, sophisticated way- definitely click "Buy". I saw this once on google images while I was planning a DIY project for my summer job and knew immediately this was the cover I was going to have come rain or sunshine. Very pleased.

    I use it as a case, and insert it into an old pocket sleeve I had laying around. Along with my readings, pencils and iPod, most people think its actually a book from the spine :) totally compliments my eclectic "rebel-nerd" style.

    Interestingly enough, most people have no idea it's available at the Apple Store!

    Word of caution though: if you find the diagonal grips annoying, you might want to just use it as a sleeve. I used to think I'd find them irritating, but in between the random compliments and gaping curious looks I'm constantly receiving...it doesn't matter so much. I love this product!

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Awesome (ish)

    • Written by from Brasília

    7 of 8 people found this useful

    I bought this case when I traveled to NY, and as soon as I had it on my MacBook, I was like, "Wow!". Because it really looks great!

    It has 2 zippers, so you can open it from both ports, and now, I have people ask me where I got this awesome case everyday!

    Problems started when one of the zippers got stuck, and took a long time to fix.

    The only thing I don't like is the zipper gets stuck every week. But if you're thinking about buying this case, just do it! You won't regret it!

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    book book

    • Written by from North Port

    2 of 2 people found this useful

    love my book book for my mac...you put it away and it looks like a book!! The first one I got the zipper broke. But Twelve South was AWESOME about replacing it in a timely manner...GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! Am going to get the book book for the iphone when I get my iPhone!!

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Soooo Cute!!!!

    • Written by from Vacaville

    3 of 4 people found this useful

    I placed this on the table at work and not one person thought there was a computer in it! Several reference books actually look like this so people just walked on by. I have the little iphone case that matches this and people thought that was a little bible. I just love how cute it is.

    Pro: I can use mac book air in this case. It has 2 straps on one side that can be used to hold it in place, which it does nicely. They could have used 4 straps, but I am not feeling like I actually am missing anything, so it isn't a con. Small, compact and fits exactly without looking like it is bulging. The zipper of the case for the laptop has two tabs so you can close in any direction which is a major plus.

    Con: due to the design and appearance, you can't fit your cord inside :( but I am not going to knock a star off just for this as I knee what I was getting myself into. If I want the cute book look, then I gladly accept not having the cord fit inside. Maybe apple should create a cord that charges the macbook air and isn't so bulky. But eh, it looks CUTE!!!

    One more thing, I love this! I feel like my laptop is protected and CUTE!!! did I say that enough yet?

  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Meh.

    • Written by from Toronto

    15 of 15 people found this useful

    This case looks cool but I have to say I'm not loving it. I've had it for several months and I have found that my computer slides out of the elastic bands quite frequently, especially when I've got my laptop on, well, my lap. I also find that the computer gets overheated because the case completely encloses my Macbook Air and doesn't allow for enough ventilation. I'm looking looking for another option - this case has left me underwhelmed.

  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Love my Twelve South products

    • Written by from Kansas City

    13 of 14 people found this useful

    Had the iPhone case first, so I already knew I loved Twelve South. My Air just had a sleeve so I wanted something a bit more substantial for travel with it.

    What I love: Still light, so I feel like I still have a MacBook Air. Great protection. The top elastic to hold the Air in.

    What I don't like: It tends to slip a bit since the elastic is only at top. I am a User Interface/User Experience Designer/Developer, and for the life of me, I have no idea why some testing didn't prove the elastic was also needed on the bottom. It would solve everything and the product would be 5 star worthy.

    Was this useful? Love my Twelve South products

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Luv It!!

    • Written by from BRONX

    10 of 11 people found this useful

    I purchased this for my 11" MacBook Air. From the moment I took it out of the wrapper, I was instantly pleased. Well made product, and looks like a genuine antique book!! I never take out the MacBook Air from this cover while using it for countless of hours...and computer has not overheated. I get compliments where ever I take my mac too!! Am so pleased with this product, that I'm buying one for my iPhone. Don't sit on the fence with this product! I guarantee you'll fall in love with it! The only drawback is that they don't make one for the macbook pro!! :((

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    ONEWORDWOW

    • Written by from west palm beach

    13 of 20 people found this useful

    WHAT A CASE PEOPLE ARE AMAZED WHEN THE SEE MY CASE AND CANT BELIEVE IT HIDES AND PROTECTS MY MAC AIR I TAKE IT EVERYWHERE !!!

  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Like it so far ...

    • Written by from Singapore

    14 of 16 people found this useful

    I just got the BookBook case (11") and I love it already. I put it on my lap and the rubber stripes does hold onto my Mac. This is better than the see thru Speeck case that I have which cracks after a month of usage. I still have my see thru cracked case and I put both into this case. It looks wonderful and it fits what I was looking for - durable, elegant, slim and light. Marks go to the 'inventor' of this case - Well Done!.

    BTW, I also purchased the Kate Spade green case but it is nothing like this BookBook. I want to sell my Kate Spade case now... I wish I knew BookBook existed before.

  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Awesome quality, but find the straps annoying

    • Written by from Brooklyn

    18 of 18 people found this useful

    I really like the look and quality of this case. I was using a speck case for my air (which I found does fit with the bookbook) but decided to ditch it for now.

    The only thing that has annoyed me is that it doesn't fit snug under the straps that hold the screen against the case. My macbook tends to slide forward when I'm using it on my lap and eventually out of the elastic straps. I think they could have fixed this by giving to option of using straps on the bottom. However, if you prefer, you can opt out of using the straps all together.

    Overall, I think its a unique case with great construction. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for something different.

    Was this useful? Awesome quality, but find the straps annoying

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Solid case, strong smell

    • Written by from Godfrey

    11 of 12 people found this useful

    Solid, leather construction and stitching. The leather has a strong, "old book" smell - some will like this, others may not. This smell WILL ghost a book bag (I don't mind as I enjoy the smell, but others may not). Mine has a small "12" embroidered on the bottom of the back cover which I didn't see in the reviews of earlier models online which I'm not a fan of. Two zippers close up the BookBook, both have stiff, leather tags to easily open and close it. The zippers appear to be either plastic or metal (feels like plastic to me), and the actual teeth of the zipper is a smooth plastic - scratching is not an issue or a concern. The "rubber bands" that hold the MBA lid at its corners are stiffer and stronger than they appear in pictures. The BookBook does not impede or take away from comfortable typing either. 4/5 stars - would like a stiffer zipper material that does not tend to buckle in under the MBA (unsightly at times), and I'm not a fan of the 12 on the back, it interrupts suspension of belief for me.

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Perfect!

    • Written by from Yorktown

    7 of 7 people found this useful

    Ideal & satisfying all my requirements.
    I like it so much, I'm getting a matching iPhone case.
    Looks & feels great....
    5*****

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Best Case Ever

    • Written by from Toronto

    59 of 67 people found this useful

    Wow... Have to hand it to the folks at Twelve South... this is the perfect case for the Air. The price does seem a tad high, but compared to the other offerings out there (all from like $40-60) it's really not so much more, and with free shipping, definitely worth it.

    Only complaint is now my Mom wants one just for her papers and I'm concerned about the way she's eyeing mine... she's already proclaimed "it will be mine" someday.

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Like Fine Scotch

    • Written by from Orchard Park

    96 of 105 people found this useful

    This case make me want to write a novel [with Scotch in-hand], and you how much engineers like to write documentation...

    Seriously, very perfectly fitted - it adds just the right amount of protection that gives me confidence, but not too much as to compromise the slimness of the MacBook Air.

    I generally like a technical clean look of a case, but this one brings a whole new dimension - it feels like a well worn wallet, the kind that just feels good when its in your hands.

  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    nice cover

    • Written by from vancouver

    117 of 133 people found this useful

    this is what i was looking for, u can even charge your Mac while the laptop is inside the cover