Why a holder? For safety and practicality
There is nothing worse than getting into a car, throwing your phone on the passenger seat... and when you brake hard, the phone flies in an unexpected direction. At best, it just falls to the ground, at worst, it injures the driver or other passengers. The main reason to buy a holder is definitely comfort. For example, you don't have to reach across the car for your phone and hold it in your hand while driving.
Holders for mobile phones and tablets also have practical advantages. In addition to completely freeing your hands (for example, you can receive hands-free calls ), they are also a great helper in situations where you need to use GPS navigation . You simply put your phone in the holder and watch on the display where the GPS is guiding you. Some types of stands also provide wireless charging.
Types of holders or which one to choose
If this is your first time buying a holder, you may be surprised to find that there are several types to choose from. To help you better understand them, we will briefly introduce each one to you.
Magnetic holders
This type is one of the most common, mainly because of its ease of use. You can easily attach the holder to, for example, the car's ventilation, and the magnet will take care of the rest, just place the phone on it. However, for the magnetic stand to work, you need to attach a metal plate to the back of your phone. Due to the different arrangement of the magnets, we recommend not combining this holder with MagSafe technology.
Suction cup holders
Ideal if you prefer to mount the holder on the windshield or dashboard. They often support wireless charging and have MagSafe technology. A big advantage is the washability and reusable adhesive suction cup.
Ventilation brackets
If you don't want to put your phone/tablet on the glass or dashboard, reach for a holder for the ventilation grille. A round grille is not a problem either, so-called Click Round holders are perfect for this. Vent holders often have a so-called rolling mounting system, into which you insert your device with one hand, the mounting is easy and unobtrusive. The rolling system always adapts to the size of your phone.
Wireless charging holders
As we mentioned above, mounts differ not only in the way they are attached, but also in the technologies they offer. The best ones enable fast wireless charging or use the MagSafe standard - making them ideal for iPhones and other Apple devices.
When you buy a holder with wireless charging, don't forget that it's important to have a sufficiently powerful power source. In most cars, it's not enough to power your phone from USB, but you need to buy an adapter. Choose one of the FIXED car adapters, which make wireless charging easy.
Did you know that on our website you can build your dream custom holder in just a few clicks? Just open the configurator and put together a stand to your liking. As you will see, it's a breeze, you can manage the configuration with the snap of a finger.
Pay attention to the size and hidden buttons
You probably already have an idea of which type of holder will be the right one for you. But what else is key to consider when choosing so that you are 100% satisfied after your purchase?
Whichever stand you choose, always make sure it is compatible with the dimensions and weight of your phone . It should also not cover any connectors or buttons.
When it comes to placement, try to mount the holder in a place in the car where the phone can be clearly seen at all times. At the same time, it should not obstruct the view from the vehicle.
Last but not least, don't forget about the specific features of the stand. For example, if you know that the MagSafe standard is key for you, only look for mounts that offer this technology from the start.
What else to watch out for
When our customers buy car phone or tablet holders, they often face similar problems or ask similar questions. To make your choice even easier, below you will find answers to the most common ones.
Can I get a MagSafe holder even if my phone case is not MagSafe compatible?
We do not recommend this as MagSafe technology may not work properly.
I have a phone in a flip case. Can I place my phone in a holder with this case?
This is usually not possible because the legs will not hold the bulky book case, probably not because of the thick layer of material. In the case of the MagSafe holder, the removable side of the cover also gets in the way.
I want to stick the holder to my car with double-sided tape or another adhesive. Is this possible?
If you decide to go for this option, we recommend sticking the holder on a flat and heated surface (definitely not on a frozen dashboard).
If you have any other questions about choosing the ideal mobile phone or tablet holder, feel free to write to us at any time in the live chat here on the website, we will be happy to help you.
