RAM MOUNTS X-Grip Large Phone Mount with Medium Arm Twist-Lock Suction Cup

My criteria to buy: cost; will it hold a Nexus 5 phone or Nexus 7 tablet (not at the same time); fit well in Acura TL; multi-use ability for car or bike (still need to buy the component for bike). Other than the cost, its a Winner! If cost are not an issue - hands down this is the tops of all the mounts. Easy use; fast no-fuss setup, rugged construction. Smooth operation when needing any adjustment or when changing out phone or tablet. There were other mount models that are unique design, compact, lower priced (not necessarily cheap material/made) but after long review on the web, the RAM website, and other reviewers, I believe the RAM products are superior in material and construction and effectively functional design. This item was listed in Amazon's Automotive section and didnt have a product picture - almost missed it in the long list of other mounts. Once I found the RAM products, they get high marks and I agree. The RAM products are component based. I specific item was a one item purchase but it has the following components: the 3.3in (larger) suction base with twist lock (RAP-224-1U), 1in ball diamond base adapter (RAM-B-238), 3.69in Double Socket Arm (RAM-B-201), and the RAM Universal X-Grip IV Holder (Large Phone/Phablet) with 1" Ball(RAM-HOL-UN10BU). Didnt want 2 devices for my phone and my tablet and another device for my bike, so I took a chance on this one. There are currently 4 models of the X-Grip, this is model IV for Large Phone/Phablets. I can hold an HTC EVO 4G, Nexus 4, Nexus 5 (with or without cases) and a Nexus 7 (2012 or 2013; with or without cases) (I use the MoKo Nexus 7 Slim-Fit Case). Only hesitation was the price - but considering it meets my tall order. Great deal. I used the Arkon for a long time but it was a beating to use. To insert or remove a phone or to adjust , tab holder would fall off, hard to align, felt like it would break - not this mount. Place suction where you want, turn lock lever, turn knob on arm, align and tighten - base is done. Now grab x-grip rubber post caps with one hand and position your phone or tablet - done.

I had been away from RAM Mounts since I stopped buying dedicated GPS and phones took over this functionality. I should not have stayed away. Wasted so much on cheap mounts, most recently on wireless charging ones that broke after a few months. RAM Mount has always made solid well-made products. The X mount series is no different. If you have exotic needs or simply want to see all the kinds they make you might want to look over their website and browse. They come in kits for common needs (in this case a windshield mount, large x mount, 3 inches articulating ARM. Mind you the combined length with all the pieces ends up being around 6 inches (X mount, arm, suction cup assembly). There is also a long arm version (6 inch arm) where the total length will end up being around 9 inches. The X mount comes in 2 sizes for phones (regular and large). You have to account for your phone case too. if its thin case not going to make a difference, but thicker cases do make your phone larger. I choose the large for 8 Plus in a modest case. An 8 in a beefier case works well too. The Large according to RAM covers a phone 3 to 4.5 inches in width. The regular up to 3.25 inches in width. The X describes the arms that grab your phone at 4 corners, super securely. To put your phone in you really do need both your hands (as you do with most mounts even if they say otherwise). You grab top and bottom on one side and place your phone in with the other hand and release. You can easily choose a nice position with articulating arm as the mount contains a ball at both the suction cup and phone holder end. A knob lets you lock the position.

So far so good. I have had the mount now for 1 week. The grip is good and really hold the phone secure. My intent was to get this mount to hold my phone during track days and AutoX. I have yet to use it for this purpose but expect it to perform well. I consulted with RAM MOUNT prior to purchase to make sure I got the correct grip size for my phone. I have the Samsung Note 5 and was informed that my phone would need this size. The mount is actually just on the large size. It would be nice to have tried the size just smaller. The location of the volume buttons are right where one of the grips want to be. If I had a large case on my phone I can see this not being a problem. I don't put a case on my phone so positioning the phone requires a second or two more to make sure I am not not a volume button. Suction cup hold well so far over cold temperatures. I would not trust the suction cup outside my vehicle like the Go-Pro mount. I have no idea what kind of rating or pull force this mount can support. The arms that come out provide unobstructed view of the camera. Very happy with this and would buy for my other vehicle as well. Only thing I wish was that they made more phone specific cases for phones other than the iPhone for easier snap in operation.

I went looking for a car mount that would work with my cased iPhone 6+ ... This came highly recommended via the Toyota 4 Runner forums, and decided to give it a shot. I've been using this mount for approx 5 weeks. In those 5 weeks, I have yet to have my iPhone 6 drop once out of the mount. The mount is incredibly sturdy and and held up to some pretty heavy 4x4 off roading abuse. I'm currently running the suction mount to the left of the driver steering wheel. Fits great, and I have yet to need to re-adjust or reapply the suction mount. It very well could be the best suction mount I have ever come in contact with! Its awesome! It really makes hands free driving a breeze, and I'd recommend this to pretty much everyone! If you have a front windshield, you can run this mount ~ It is THAT Universal! Thanks Ram Mounts for making a solid product!

I don't think there's a studier mount. Which was the most important thing I wanted. That being said, I dislike two things: 1. The clamping action for the phone is great, but ill-placed. It's just at the power button for the iPhone 8+, iPhone X and iPhone 11PM. You have to be careful with how your placement goes, which is hard since there's constant pressure from the retention spring. Impossible one-handed, awkward with two. 2. The suction cup could be better. I have found it on the floor of the truck a few times. Maybe hot days? But it seems once it gets on and gets a good seal the cup will hold for a long time. But the until you find that sweet spot it seemed like every few days I was having to try it again. So, I think there's room for improvement, certainly a v.2 at this price point would be a smart move. And I'm not sure that you're going to have the same issues as I had, so I'd say go ahead and get it, but I would make sure you're really happy before that return window disappears. As for me, I'm keeping mine. Flaws in all, it's still better than almost everything else - But I'll be looking for a v.2.

So far I am very happy with this mount, holds my Iphone 16 Pro Max in a Otterbox case very well in my skid steer lots of bouncing and vibration and it has not moved or dropped phone

Versatile and sturdy. Can move from one piece of equipment to the next easily. Will hold my large I phone and case. Easy to remove the phone.

The X-Grip mounting system is a great system. The materials used are solid not cheap plastic like a lot of the other suction cup mounting options around. You can mount the suction cup base easily with one hand even with the arm and holder attached. Wait to mount your phone or other devices until you have it in the general spot you want. The large X-Grip for large phones holds my Galaxy Note 5 with no problem. It has never let go of my phone. I also have the X-Grip for small tablets that I use for my iPad mini, and it has no problem holding that steady. The suction grip has not lost it’s grip on the windshield yet, even after sitting in the sun all day. Rock solid high quality no need to look for other systems this is the top choice. The video shows both mounts in my jeep.

I use the truck this is mounted on to hit the trails every summer so I needed a mount that was sturdy. This is by far the most solid mount I've ever owned. The X-Grip holds my Nexus 6p perfectly even with a large case around it (Poetic Revolution). To test out the mount, I hung two laptop bags on it with a Macbook in each and it held fine! Beefy!

Had this on my windshield for nearly two weeks now and it’s still stuck fast, best part about it the the cup does not use that tacky glue.

is niet goedkoop maar is een prima gsm houder heb er een in mijn autobus ook

Es más caro que los demás ,pero cuando lo pruebas lo entiendes . Sin dudarlo es lo mejor del mercado Tras 3000 kms de baches y caminos de piedras ni se ha movido .

The item came with some scratches and some yellowish on the logo pad which indicates that it was used or a returned item