

If you're looking for a stylus, see our Apple Pencil 2 review and our pick of the best Apple Pencil alternatives. In each case, we've noted what materials the screen protectors are made from, what finish they offer and which of the various iPad generations each product is compatible with. For more accessories for your tablet, see our guides to the best iPad keyboards and the best iPad stands. We've evaluated each of the best iPad screen protectors for ease of application, surface finish and feel, friction when using a stylus and value for money. So we've made our own pick based on hands-on reviews, customer reviews and recommendations from the digital artists we've worked with and spoken to. There's loads of products available, and although prices vary the actual screen protectors often look similar. There are also screen protectors that provide a blue light filter, which can help ease the strain on your eyes during long sessions. This can make digital drawing feel more like working on paper.


Some screen protectors provide more "bite" – that is, more friction so that the stylus doesn't glide around as much as it does directly on the glass. What's more, some of the best iPad screen protectors can make the tablet feel nicer to use, especially if you use a stylus like the Apple Pencil for sketching.
