RAM MOUNTS X-Grip Large Phone Mount for Windshield – Twist-Lock Suction Cup, Medium Arm (RAM-B-166-UN10U)

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 decided to buy a RAM mount for my iPhone 6 plus, after being disappointed but other, less expensive (but also lower quality) mounts. I wish I had bought this one the first time around. First of all, this thing is sturdy. No cheap parts anywhere. Second, it is modular. You can use it as is, or you can buy additional arms or extensions to make it longer or to make sure it's even more adaptable. Which is what I did; I bought and additional 1 inch arm, to get the cradle exactly where I needed it to be in my car. The X arms on the cradle are strong. Relatively easy to pull apart, but will hold the phone without a problem. I use an iPhone 6 plus with a fairly large waterproof case, and the cradle hold it very well. Some people have complained that the arms can push the volume buttons on the side of the phone, and I can certainly see their point, however my phone case is, as I said, waterproof, and the gaskets that cover the volume buttons are sturdy enough that this has never been a problem for me. All in all, I am extremely happy with this mount. It is strong, durable, modular, expandable, and very high quality. It is true what they say: cheap is expensive. I wish I had bought this mount the first time I read about it; but having to pay over $80 between this mount plus the additional 1 inch extension understandably held me back. Now I wish I hadn't wasted my money on the other ones I bought prior to this one. I know that this one will prove to be the last cradle I purchase in a very long time, and that will serve me well no matter what vehicle or phone I use it with.

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.

My husband has this Ram x-grip cell phone holder for 4 or 5 years now and he has had no problems with it at all, even with colder/hotter temperatures. I purchased one (x-lg) for my phone (Samsung Fold 4) with a sturdy case on it and it still fits! It's easy to use and adjust. I highly recommend spending the extra money to have a holder you can count on!

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 .

Well built product, easy to mount my iPhone 6 Plus. Suction cup it strong. The only problem is the arm is too short so I bought a longer one. This way the phone rests just above the edge of my dashboard, near the vent. In the summer I can cool the phone down with the vent and A/C. The materials are strong plastic and metal, which I think will last many years. The best thing about the mount is that it can be adjusted at 2 points due to the 1" ball at either end of the arm. Even with the short and long arms, my phone is fairly steady when I go over bumps. The mount is pricey, but the other mounts that I've used over the years are flimsy and lower in quality compared to the RAM products. I highly recommend RAM mounts if you're going overland (off road) or have uncommon setups, like tablets and laptops. I also purchased a floor-mounted tablet mount.

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