The flagship tablet has a 9.7 inch screen and although it’s lighter than its predecessor, it’s still a big device and holding it in your hands all the time might prove to be very tiresome and frustrating after all. So here are the best iPad 2 stands we have right now and a quick glance at their most important features.
Portable fold-up stand for iPad 2 and other tablets- ultra light, multiple view angle stand for only $12.76
We talked about this stand before, when introducing iPad stands and accessories. This all plastic stand is very easy to fold and unfold; in folded mode, it’s as small as a Swiss knife and hardly occupies a few inches in your luggage or drawers. The stand has multiple viewing angles, easily switchable from the handle in the back. The stand is very stable, as it has a rough finish on the bottom and will not slide or wobble even on slippery surfaces
. Also, the stand is designed to work perfectly with those airplane tables, that at a first glance don’t seem to be able to accommodate a tablet or a stand. It’s not the case with this stand, as you’ll be able to enjoy playing or working with the tablet while traveling by plane. Also, the stand doesn’t only work with the iPad 2, but also with all 7 to 10 inch tablets.
Fold up stand for Apple iPad 2
Compass Portable Stand for iPad 2- slim and extravagant case for just $35.66
This surely looks nice. The steel made Compass indeed looks like a compass, with those long and slim legs, but which are strong enough to sustain your iPad 2 without a problem. The Compass can accommodate the tablet in both landscape and portrait mode, even if the slate is tucked in a protective case. Switching through viewing modes is easy, as the retractable back leg can change the viewing angles and changing from watching videos to typing takes only a few seconds.
The Compass is really easy to set up and then fold for transportation, as the highly flexible and intuitive folding process can be done in no time. Also, the stand is very ergonomic, as in folded mode will fit in any bag or back pack, not to say it only weighs around one pound. A great looking stand with many features, the Compass is a perfect choice for any iPad 2 user.
Compass portable stand for iPad 2
Griffin A-Frame Tabletop Stand for iPad and iPad 2- sturdy, but flexible stand for for $30.54
The Griffin A-Frame is a table stand that works with both the iPad and the iPad 2. The frame works in both landscape and portrait mode and offers access to the iPad’s dock connector, for charging and synching. The frame has a bunch of viewing angles, so you can use it for reading, writing, watching videos or other functions of the tablet. The cradle of the frame has a non slip rubber coating, so the tablet will be stable at all times, even if it’s tucked inside a cover. Also, the aluminum finish of the stand goes hand in hand with the design of the iPad and iPad 2, so the set up will also look great, not just work perfectly.
Griffin A-frame for iPad 2
Professional adjustable stand for iPads- top quality metal stand from $69.99
This is a rather expensive stand for the iPad, but it has the advantage of offering so many viewing angles. There are almost a dozen positions for setting up the iPad, covering essentials like watching videos, typing, video conferencing via FaceTime (only with iPad 2), gaming and more. The stand is made from tough aluminum and the rubber pads guarantee both stability and anti scratch protection for the device.
The stand comes with a variety of viewing angles
Ultra-compact Belkin Flipblade stand- exquisitely designed, ultra portable stand for just $29.99
This Belkin stand is one of the thinnest iPad 2 stand out there, being ideal for those traveling a lot, but still wanting a multi viewing angle stand for their Apple tablet. The stand doesn’t have a big contact surface, covering the tablet’s entire back via a metallic strip (hence the Flipblade name), that goes over the middle section. At the base, the Flipblade has a rotating mechanism, that lets you change the viewing angle of the tablet, so you’ll be able to type, watch videos, make video calls and many more. Of course, the Belkin Flipblade stand supports both landscape and portrait modes and comes with a one year warranty certificate.
Flipblade stand for iPad 2
Real wood stand for iPad and iPad 2- cheap, wood based stand for just $10.21
This is something you don’t see everyday. This is a wood made stand for your iPad and iPad 2, being a solid, unique and charming accessory for your tablet. It’s made from two wooden parts that are easy to set up and carry in any bag. The stand supports a variety of viewing angles, both in portrait and landscape mode. The finish of the wood blocks is very smooth and won’t scratch the tablet in any way and I guess that cleaning it it’s not too difficult. This is surely a classy entry in the all metal/plastic iPad market stand.
Wood Stand for Apple iPad 2
BookArc vertical stand for iPads (both generations) – futuristic looking stand for just $29.99
The BookArc is a curved vertical, aluminum made stand for the iPad and iPad 2. Unlike other stands, it doesn’t have a standard surface holding the back of the tablet, but instead it comes with a wave like contact area that blocks only the base of the tablet (whether it’s in landscape or portrait mode). The BookArk comes with a couple of predefined viewing angles, for working, watching videos and using it as a picture frame. No matter the viewing angle, you always get access to the Home button, as well as the possibility to charge the tablet.
Book Arc horizontal stand for Apple iPad 2
Wrap-up
These are the best iPad 2 stands currently available and, as the tablet, most of them have unique features and creative, mind blowing designs.
The stands offer both functionality and stability for your Apple tablet, having multiple viewing angles, as well as quick access to the docking port and other buttons.
Plus, there are enough options here for everyone of you, based on needs, design and budget.
And as always, if you feel we’ve missed something or just have something to say or ask, you feedback will be greatly appreciated and we’ll try and help you and answer as soon as possible.
Great post. There’s so many good ones on the market, just trying to find the right one for me. I tried the Griffen stands but didn’t like them. I’ve been looking at the MonMount stands.