The cover itself is a perfect fit on the Visor. There are no gaps along the edges of the screen and the buttons are adequately covered. While it appears to be not as thick as the original cover, it is very sturdy and has almost no flex to it at all. When closed, the FlipCover securely snaps shut using the retention slots on the cradle connector. The tabs that allow this are tapered so that, with practice, you can flick your wrist and have the cover flip around and snap shut by itself (this procedure requires some practice... don't try this at home if you're afraid of dropping your Visor).

While the FlipCover will open 360 degrees to fit flush to the back of the Visor, the tab where the cover snaps shut prevents you from laying the Visor flat on a desk or table. To use on a flat surface, you can only open the cover 180 degrees. The design allows the use of the HotSync cradle and even external peripherals like a Stowaway or GoType! keyboard without having to remove the cover. Access to the stylus is not hampered and the IR window remains exposed as well.

About the only bad news about the FlipCover is that it cannot be used in conjunction with Springboard modules. Well, not easily, anyway. FlipCover.com has developed a self adhesive adapter that can be attached to standard sized modules and still allow full use of the cover. This works well with modules like the Backup and 8mb Flash, but cannot be used with something like a Thinmodem (the adapter covers the connector for the phone cable). This adapter must be installed on the modules themselves which means you'll need to purchase one for every module you intend to use it with. You'll also have to remove and reinstall the cover when changing modules.