The short version
A tidy machined cradle that looks good next to a monitor and does exactly one thing.
Good for
- A permanent desk spot
- Slim-cased phones
- People who care how a desk looks
Not for
- Chunky cases over 14 mm
- Tablets
- Travel
First impressions
Heavy for its size and immediately stable. Then I tried my phone in a rugged case and it did not fit, which set the tone for the rest of the test.
Build and materials
Solid single-piece aluminium with rubber cushions front and back. The nicest object in this group to look at, no argument.
Living with it
One desk, one angle, one device. Within those limits it is excellent and never moves.
What owners report
Zero slips on the tap test — the best result of the four Amazon picks. It also scored the worst on flexibility, because it cannot do anything else.
Care and cleaning
Wipe the cushions occasionally so grit does not transfer to the phone back.
Price and warranty
$12.99 at the time of checking, with no list price shown on the page. Support through Amazon and the seller.
Specifications
| Material | Aluminium alloy |
|---|---|
| Device size | 4-8" smartphones |
| Hook width | 14 mm |
| Adjustment | Fixed cradle, viewing angle by design |
| Rating | 4.7 from 42,064 reviews |
| Price checked | $12.99 |