Speck SmartShell Hardshell Case for 13" MacBook Air (2018), Clear

2025-05-23T20:00:00

The case serves its purpose in protecting my laptop when carrying it around, but it does crack. I've had to replace it several times over the past few years to ensure my laptop continues to stay safe. And I don't do anything unusual with the laptop, carrying it in a leather bag, work to car to home and back. Better a cracked case which is replaced, than my laptop damaged.

Marie

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2025-04-05T20:00:00

You have to pay attention to the make and model of the MacBook Air. I thought it all fits the same and i had to return the first one to Best Buy. There was no other case that fit mine so I had to order it online. it was what i expected and was the correct fit. i have used this product w/ my previous MacBook Air, too.

KDub

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2025-04-02T20:00:00

I've been a long time Speck customer and have purchased their macbook pro cases for many many years. Unfortunately it seems like something has changed with the company and I won't be shopping with them any longer. I purchased this case intending it for my 16" 2024 M4, however when I received it the box reads "2021 & 2023 models" and the case does not fit my 2024 M4. I contacted Speck support and they told me they don't sell a 2024 M4 compatible case. Really wish I had read these reviews prior to purchasing

Justin

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2025-01-15T19:00:00

This case has cracked and some of the corners have fallen off. I have never dropped my computer and I also keep my computer in a sleeve case. I do not recommend this product, I am very disappointed :(

bec

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2024-12-25T19:00:00

The case is cracked and pieces falling, it has not been dropped. I have only had a couple of months, poor quality.

MSS

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2024-12-20T19:00:00

I've only had it for a few months with day to day average wear and the shell is already cracking at the corners. Save your money and buy something cheaper from somewhere else. It's definitely not worth it. The cracks have continued to get worse over time.

Dyingseal

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2024-12-18T19:00:00

Mine already broke. the durability is bad. The corner is cracked and i am delicate with my laptop at all times

T

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2024-12-13T19:00:00

I've been buying Speck products for over 10 years. This MacBook case is great quality, the thickness and weight of the plastic is great. The semi-matte feel is also very nice. However, the corner fitment leaves a lot to be desired. It simply doesn't snap down and fit the corners completely, and pulls up a bit at the corners. Not enough to catch on anything or really bother me day to day. But for this price for a piece of plastic in the world of 3D printers, I expected better.

Daniel A.

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2024-12-13T19:00:00

I had some cracking on the corners of the top piece from my first case purchased. I contacted Customer Service and they proceeded to replace it when I sent pics of the problem.

Sue

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2024-12-12T19:00:00

Maybe it was my fault for thinking this case would be clear, but it is clouded and turns my black laptop into a silvery gray. I wanted a crystal clear case and didn't realize how much I would hate the look of this one.

N

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2024-12-12T19:00:00

Had on my laptop for only a few weeks and all the corners are shattered and plastic pieces have fallen off. Wasn't durable at all.

B

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2023-07-29T20:00:00

This product will crack as soon as you put it on your laptop. Don't bother trying to contact customer service because they will just gaslight you and send a replacement that will do the same thing. I do not recommend them at all.

Gloridely

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2023-07-03T20:00:00

Fits well, color is cool and durability is outstanding.

Patrick

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2023-07-02T20:00:00

I bought a Speck computer cover for my 2014 Macbook and it lasted 7 years without any problems. The case I bought for my 2021 Macbook cracked within the first 6 months on all 4 corners and broke in less than a year. I almost never move my computer from my bedroom, it sits on a lap desk 98% of the time and isn't lifted, dropped, etc. So, for it to break so soon with minimal movement after having my previous laptop cover last so long is disappointing.

Mac

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2023-06-29T20:00:00

No worries about scuff and scraps. Snaps on easily and stays put.

robert

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2023-06-17T20:00:00

This speck case has kept my laptop protected and looking new. Just bought another for my daughter.

Catherine

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2023-05-29T20:00:00

Been a speck user since 2018 and its products offer superior protection and quality than the competition

Enrique

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2023-05-27T20:00:00

I had high hopes for this product but after three months it has cracked. My MacBook Pro has not fallen so I am not sure why it has cracked. Going to reach out to customer service to see if they replace the case.

Yomara

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2023-05-16T20:00:00

Used this case for Over 6 months now, however after only a month the Corners started to have cracks on them , I only put laptop into my backpack so no rough use, recently the WHOLE Corner Broke and chipped away. Definitly wouldnt buy again

Andy

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2023-05-07T20:00:00

I'm not sure why these crack but they don't even last a few months before they do.

ST

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2023-04-15T20:00:00

I've had different cases, and some cases make squeaky sounds when closing or holding. This speck item does not make any squeaky sounds, however the corners have broken within 4 months of use.

Marisa

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2023-04-13T20:00:00

The bottom corner of the case would not clip on to my brand new computer. Speck sent another and told me they would not need the first (defective) one back. So I tossed it. The second one has the SAME defect, and I now have no recourse because I don't have both defective cases to send back. Do not buy. Do literally anything else.

Rebecca

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2023-03-22T20:00:00

I've only had this case for 3 months and I just noticed that the bottom piece of the case is all cracked!! I'm so sad because I love this macbook case.

Carly

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2023-02-26T19:00:00

I love my new MacBook case! I've been using speck cases for years now and they never disappoint. My last off brand case broke within a few days, and this one feels sturdy and secure. Very pleased!

Julia

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2023-02-25T19:00:00

Very poor product. Material used is cheap for such an expensive product. I'm really disappointed with how poor made this is. After just 2 weeks since I installed the case on my macbook pro, the corners at the top started to crack. and I didn't even bring my laptop out and about yet!!!! REALLY DISAPPOINTING AND TERRIBLE! I really would not recommend this product to anyone.

Raspyhus

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2023-02-24T19:00:00

The corner chipped after one month of very light use. Would not recommend.

Katherine

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2023-02-23T19:00:00

I was very content with my earlier case for the 13 inch MacBook Pro. The 14 inch case looks and feels great too. However it starts to fall apart in the corners after about 6 months. I'm now into my second 14 inch case which shows the same defects after 3 months of regular use.

Bantam

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2023-02-21T19:00:00

I'm very happy with my pink hardshell cover. It's lightweight in comparison to others on the market and protects my computer well. The feel of it is really nice too.

Patricia

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2023-02-17T19:00:00

I bought this case from past great experience with Speck. The case did not fit. I was offered a free replacement which also did not fit. Neither transaction was avail on the color I wanted anyway. It would be nice if Speck would listen to the customer and fix their issues instead of continuing to pump out bad product.

Joseph

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2023-02-14T19:00:00

The rear corners of the bottom shell did not stay latched on. The shell seemed to latch on the sides and front OK. After notifying Speck of the problem, they sent a second SmartShell at no cost, but it had the same problem at the rear corners of the lower shell, and the sides were less secure than the first shell I received. I am returning both shells for a refund.

John

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