I finally found a key holder that doesn’t look like a cluttered mess — and it even hides my AirTag

In 2026, I find it hard that I’m still carrying a set of keys everywhere I go, especially in an age of fingerprint-enabled smart locks and electric cars that unlock via my phone. Despite that, the need for physical keys persists.

While most key finders require me to dangle them from a keychain, I recently ditched mine for the MagBak KeyTag — a sleek-looking holder that doesn’t just look good, it also discreetly hides my AirTag 2. Best of all, there’s a $10 discount right now that brings the cost down to $39.

To start, this is the best-designed key holder I’ve come across. Unlike the KeySmart iPro I previously tested, MagBak’s version features a modern design that borrows from the iPhone’s aesthetic. Not only does it match the Cosmic Orange of my iPhone 17 Pro, but it feels incredibly solid thanks to its unibody, aircraft-grade aluminum frame.

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It does an excellent job of tucking away my keys, which looks far better than the tangled mess of my previous keychain. There’s a small lip on one side that doesn’t just allow me to swivel out my keys — it also doubles as a handy bottle opener. If you know me, you know how much I crave utility, so having this on me means I never have to wait long to crack open a beer.

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Inside the MagBak KeyTag, there’s a small cutout specifically made for an AirTag. This means you’ll need to provide your own if you want to track your keys should you lose or misplace them. Without one, it’s essentially a slick looking key holder and nothing more.

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