Tested: Hands-on with Spigen’s canvas-like Switch 2 case that carries your console, 10 games, and an AirTag

Update: The mention below regarding the inner flap needing to be longer might actually be a bigger problem than it first appeared after the first week of testing. You should avoid this case as the inner zipper might damage the Switch 2 if you’re not super careful with it.

There’s loads of Switch 2 cases out there already, but the fabric-like finish and minimalist approach of the Spigen Klasden caught my eye. If you’re into the flashy, colorful models, you’ll want to look elsewhere, but if you like what you’re seeing from the Klasden in the images, head below for some hands-on impressions.

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Spigen Klasden Switch 2 Carrying Case Review

The Spigen Klasden Switch 2 Carrying Case carries a $39.99 shipped price tag 

Features at a glance:

• Canvas-like exterior 
• Rugged zipper
• interior flap protects screen and holds 10 game cartridges
• Dedicated AirTag pocket
• Leather-like carrying strap

gadgetnewsonline’ Take

I guess in some ways all Switch 2 cases are more or less the same. In this case, we are talking about one of the more form-fitting options that hugs your Switch 2 with the Joy-Con in place, while still leaving enough room for the dedicated 10-cartridge game holder flap and a small internal pocket intended for an AirTag (to keep tabs on your precious new console). In that regard there’s nothing particularly remarkable here, but I am rather impressed with the overall quality. 

There are and will be plenty of flashy, colorful, and themed Switch 2 cases out there. Some folks like this sort of thing, and there are some interesting designs out there that aren’t completely gimmicky and don’t scream cheap the second you open the box, but I much prefer the subdued and slightly more classy options, and that’s exactly what Spigen is delivering with its Klasden Switch 2 case. 

It features a sort of medium grey color treatment throughout the exterior of the hard case by way of a sort of tight fabric-like finish – it feels a lot like a canvas but perhaps a little more rugged than that. I really like the look and feel of this case and you probably will too, unless you’re looking for something with some Pikmin or Mario adorning the facade. 

You’ll find a simple but mostly rugged dual zipper pull alongside what Spigen refers to as its “premium carrying strap.” I’m not sure I would use the word premium here, but it does feel quite nice and looks a little more high-end than I would expect from Spigen – it has a sort of faux leather and stitching treatment that affixes to the case on either end with bolt-like metal caps you see in the imagery. Again, I quite like the look of this, and it works quite well, but do wish it was easily removable so I could take it on and off as needed. 

On the inside you’re greeted with a soft microfiber black material to rest your machine on. It is very much what you’re expecting – nothing overly remarkable but very much appreciated. 

The interior of the lid features a small zippered pocket specifically desired to house an Apple AirTag or something like that. A welcomed addition, and it is slightly larger than that so it could also be used for some very small accessories, but it would probably would have made more sense to make it full width with a smaller, hidden AirTag compartment inside. Either way though, I can appreciate the sentiment. 

Just below that, a small flap is permanently affixed to the inside of the case – it rests just above the bottom half where your console sits. On the bottom of this flap is a soft plushy microfiber treatment that rests against the Switch 2 display and on top you’ll find 10 dedicated game cartridge slots. Again, nothing overly incredible, and the flap should perhaps be a touch longer to completely cover the Switch 2 display in order to ensure the zipper on the AirTag pocket doesn’t come in contact with the console, but I haven’t had any issues yet. It is a nice, minimalist, and simple design that mostly does the job…you’ll need to be careful though.  

Beyond that, there’s not much to say about this case. But this, along with the classy hardshell design is where the case shines for me. It’s not overly flashy and remains not much larger than the Switch 2 itself while still providing more than enough space for about as many games as you would need on-the-go. Some folks would, perhaps, need something that can also house a charger, some cables (you can sneak a couple loose USB-C cables in here if needs be), and additional accessories, but if that’s the case than this case and just about anything as snug and compact as this one isn’t going to work for you anyway. 

If you’re looking for a super clean Switch 2 case that just gets the job done in an understated and protective way without being overly bulky, you can do a whole lot worse than the Spigen Klasden. I wish it was $30 instead of $40, as you can just get the official Nintendo one of the same price as this one, but it is clearly much nicer than those $20 cases out there and the official model is largely sold out now. 

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