Customers consistently note the ease of use and bright light as positive aspects of the Content Maker Essential Vlogging Kit. However, many express concerns regarding the microphone's audio quality and the stability of the tripod. Some users also found the phone holder challenging to use with certain phone sizes or cases. Overall, opinions are mixed, highlighting both convenient features and areas needing improvement.
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Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bloggers Essentials
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This vlogging kit is a fantastic all-in-one solution for content creators. It includes a high-quality microphone, LED light, and sturdy tripod, making it easy to capture professional-looking videos. Setup is quick, and it works well with smartphones and cameras. A great choice for beginners and experienced vloggers alike.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Microphone quality
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
It's not what they sold me
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It doesn't expand, the microphone silences the video and it's not easy to assemble, I haven't been able to put the microphone in place and the light goes out
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Digi Power Vlogging Kit
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This has been the best product that really does what it says. It helps me in my affiliate marketing business. Love the light with different defusers. The blue really softens my reels. This microphone has quality sound and is steady on the tripod base. You can position your phone vertically or horizontally it stays stable. You can fold the tripod in and use it while walking…great all around product
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Watch me!!
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Makes streaming easier…small but powerful tool for recording
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Vlogging Kit
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This vlogging kit is easy to set up. It’s great for beginners. The ring light is small but it works.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light, Tripod
Cons mentioned:
Phone holder
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great little tripod
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The tripod is pretty good, it seems to be able to handle the weight of my camera. I didn’t really like the phone holder because it was hard to stretch around my phone. The case on my phone made it harder to place in the holder as well. The microphone and light work well but the arm they are mounted on is flimsy and doesn’t stay in position. Overall a decent item, you get what you pay for but I do really like the tripod.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Microphone quality, Phone holder
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great product but not for large phones
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The product is very well designed. Sturdy and well contructed. The light has 3 setting settings and is bright. Light comes with three diffusers and they clip right on and work great. The only issue is that I have a Samsung Note Ultra and can only use the holder with the phone out of its case because the phone is so large. It can only support it when shooting in landscape mode or it tips over. Not a major concern for me, but needs to be noted. The mic is recording quality is far superior than the phones mic, but does pick up a decent amount of background noise. Comes with all the adapters you should need for the mic to hook up to your phone.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Microphone quality, Phone holder
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Zou get what you pay it can be useful
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Like with most things that are all in one at a low price - there are some quality issues.
The tripod worked well for what I needed it.
It can be hard to put the phone into the holder.
As to the LED light and microphone, they are not that useful. Say, you can use the LED light as an additional light to help with some dark spot that, for some reason, your main light can't reach.
Overall, you get what you pay.
I was in a hurry since I had under 30 minutes to join a live TV show. I did not have a holder for my phone.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light
Cons mentioned:
Microphone quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Okay For The Price. Just Okay, Though.
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very cheap for a beginner. The small tripod is basic, but good. I mostly use it for vlogging while walking. The mic is the cheapest component and if you’re using a newer iPhone or iPad, you might as well just stick with the internal mic. The light is good for close-up “talking head” use. The plastic smartphone clamp does accommodate my iPhone 12 Pro in an Otterbox case. But I use a higher quality CNC machined Reticam smartphone clamp when I’m recording on the move because I don’t trust the stability of the clamp in this package.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Microphone quality, Phone holder
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Tripod light ring
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Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I found this to be poor quality. Constantly having to tighten connections. Phone would randomly fall out. I ended up buying a different light ring and using the stand that came with this product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
It works, I guess…
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Ok for what you pay for it. The mic wouldn’t connect and the light was tough to use. The stand itself was good enough, but wouldn’t stay standing when it was holding the phone in certain positions. Overall I would try a different product if I were to do it again.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Light, Remote
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Product!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great product. Easy to set up. I like that it comes with microphone, lighting and remote. Great product for content creater. Or those that want to use it for family photos, selfie, etc. Overall very useful product!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light, Remote
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good in a pinch
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I had to buy this for an audition when I was away visiting family. The remote is very cool, the light is bright and has some adjustable settings, and even comes with filters. It fits an iPhone wonderfully. The only downside is there are a lot of little pieces to keep track of.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light
Cons mentioned:
Stability
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great for starters
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Overall this product is a very convenient and right for the job item. I have an IPHONE 11 plus and it works very well. It doesn’t say it on the packet but you need to charge the light before use, and also remember to tighten the microphone in place using the knobs .. as well As tighten the light in place. You will notice that it shakes if you don’t do this
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Not great
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very low quality. The light works great though and the stand itself is cable of holding a small phone. Very thing else is borderline unusable. Buying a stand and a simple flash light would would bring you more value.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light, Remote
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Works great for table top work
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Maybe I didn't read info well enough but this is a great product if you always have something to set it on. I thought the legs would extend so you could do your own family photos. But lighting and remote are great features!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light, Remote, Tripod
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome for beginners...Nice little product...
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Works and handles as advertised...great for beginners...I bought this for my 14 yr old. Has had it since Christmas using it every day and it has broken yet despite some clumsy moments...very good product...
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Tripod
Cons mentioned:
Microphone quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Cheap quality
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Not the greatest quality. Microphone worked but had feedback and something was loose rattling around inside it. The led and tripod is decent however. The phone mount barely fit a note 10 plus and felt like it was going to break. Price vs quality isn't quite there.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Light, Tripod
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great for a novice
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The actual tripod / handle was excellent. The light as well. The light mount and mic not so much. I made the purchase to help with a digital media class. It was great to have and can say the tripod helped me get a “A” in the class.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Design, Stability
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Not what I needed
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
On the face of it, this vlogging kit looks like it has everything you need. However, I would recommend paying more if you're doing regular content creation. The equipment is a little flimsy; it wobbled when I set it up. I also couldn't figure out how to set it up to look like the picture on the package as I would swear it's missing a flat top. Bottom line: I returned it and took a more modular approach.