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Best Screen Protectors for 12.9-inch iPad Pro iMore 2021

You've got the biggest, most beautiful screen on a portable device, and you'd like to keep it pristine. A screen protector might be a good idea. Whether you prefer tempered glass, plastic, or even liquid, we've got you covered. Here are some of the best screen protectors for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, 2018 and later. And yes, these screen protectors will work perfectly with the 2021 iPad Pro as well.

Most popular: Tech Armor Ballistic Glass Screen Protector
Hardend protection: amFilm (2 Pack) for iPad Pro 12.9
For artists: PaperLike Screen Protector
Plastic protection: Supershieldz Screen Protector
Glass protection: ZAGG InvisibleShield Glass Plus

Tech Armor Ballistic Glass Screen Protector

Most popular : Tech Armor Ballistic Glass Screen Protector

Staff favorite

With this screen protector, you get screen responsiveness, protection from bumps/fingerprints/scratches, easy bubble-free installation, and the full clarity of your device's screen. Tech Armor is one of the most popular screen protector brands for good reason.

$15 at Amazon

amFilm Screen Protector for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro

Hardend protection : amFilm (2 Pack) for iPad Pro 12.9

This tempered glass screen protector is thick enough to protect your screen from some pretty big bashes but won't interfere with Face ID. It comes with a special installation kit to help make sure you don't end up with bubbles or dust marks.

Paperlike Screen Protector for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro

For artists : PaperLike Screen Protector

Get the look and feel of paper on your iPad Pro with a PaperLike Screen Protector. It's perfect for art, note-taking, and anyone using an Apple Pencil or other alternative stylus.

$11 at Amazon

Supershieldz Screen Protector for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro

Plastic protection : Supershieldz Screen Protector

If you'd like something a bit more solid but still extremely lightweight, this PET material screen protector adds almost no bulk or weight to your iPad. It's not going to be as protective as glass, but it will certainly prevent scratches. You get three in this package. Note that this is a matte screen protector.

Zagg Invisibleshield Glass Plus

Glass protection : ZAGG InvisibleShield Glass Plus

The company behind the InvisibleShield Glass Plus has made a name for itself by creating high-quality tech accessories, much like this 12.9-inch iPad Pro screen protector. The Glass Plus is made from smooth tempered glass, which offers remarkable touch sensitivity while keeping things crystal clear for viewing. It also features oil-resistant technology to keep fingerprints at bay as you tap away.

Keep it protected

If you want protection that you can see and feel, I'd recommend the Tech Armor Screen Protector. This is a known brand that makes quality products you can trust. If you're an artist looking for a more natural feel when using the Apple Pencil or a supported stylus on your iPad Pro, try Paperlike for a, well, paperlike experience.

If you want something thick enough to protect your screen, then the amFilm Glass Screen Protector is a good pick. It won't interfere with Face ID, and it can hold its own against some pretty heavy hits. Just take care to follow the instructions when installing to avoid any unwanted bubbles. No matter what kind you're looking for, we're sure one of these best screen protectors for a 12.9-inch iPad Pro will be the perfect fit.

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Karen S Freeman

I'm a travel enthusiast, teacher, writer, and an early adopter who has stood in more release-day lines than I can count. I'm a former Apple retail store Specialist and I've been writing Apple-focused product reviews and how-tos since 2010. You can find me on Twitter as @KarenSFreeman and Instagram as @Karefree2.

Stephanie A Barnes

Stephanie is a writer at iMore. She fell in love with technology after building her first PC as a little girl; she now covers the latest and greatest devices, apps, and accessories on the market. While Stephanie is firmly planted in Apple's ecosystem and has probably owned every iPhone created, she isn't too drunk on the Apple juice to spot the malarkey. You can follow her on the Twitter: @heystephbarnes.