Bracketron - TripGrip Car Holder for Mobile Phones - Black

I got this phone holder so that I could use my smart phone while driving to give me directions. I've used it several times and am completely satisfied with it. Now I am teaching all online classes because of COVID-19, so I am using this cell phone holder to hang a cell phone over my desk, facing down so that the camera can show a page I am writing on. This enabled me to use my cell phone like an Elmo projector for my online classes. All it took was some thin wire and a wooden dowel to hold it in position.

I was waiting to use this product for a month for a fair evaluation of its use. I had been researching various types of A/C vent holders that would fit my large/heavy iPhone 8 Plus with an Otter case and took a chance on this model after reading some reviews. So far, the Bracketron has worked out wonderfully! The side arms extend just enough to fit my phone w/case and the bottom support arms keep it from sliding down under its weight. I was concerned about it fitting in the horizontal A/C vents in my car (Mercedes SUV) but this has not been a problem, as the lower back arm/brace prevents the louvers from falling down under my phone's weight (also tried it in an Audi Q5 without a problem). I am in and out of my car (so removing/replacing my phone) at least 8 times/day and the holder has not come loose since I first mounted it on the vent and does not jiggle while driving. Can't yet vouch for product longevity after months in the summer heat, but hoping for the best. Also, can't comment on the release button for the side arms, since my phone fits at the full width. I'm super happy with my decision on this one!

So far this seems like a great holder. The little leg helps with supporting a larger phone. The plastic seems a little cheap/brittle, but if it does it’s job for a few years, then the way it feels doesn’t matter. I would recommend this, it looks like it should fit any vent on any car brand, as long as they are horizontal slats.

This holder stays in place. I have tested other holder that could not hold the weight of my phone.

The car holder meets the needs, Over some time with iPhone Plus it sags a little otherwise it works fine.

I would have given it 5 stars but a little struggle in placing it in vent but fits well.

Love this holder. Bought it for my husband as a companion gift with his new J3 Samsung smart phone. Who needs Garmin when we have this awesome smartphone and holder. no more rerouting due to outdated road information. Using the smart phone maps app and having the phone placed in the holder makes it completely worthwhile. easy to see the phone for directions, using hands free capability. Excellent purchases all around.

This item is a must to be hands free and great for directions if you do not have a built in monitor in your vehicle! I love this item and it’s great for on the go and travel!