iOttie Easy One Touch Classic Dash & Windshield Universal Car Mount Phone Holder Desk Stand for iPhone, Samsung, LG, Moto and other Smartphones

I normally have hated these phone mounts, particularly universal ones. They fall off. They don't hold the phone well. They look bad. I've gone with Rokform mounts for years, and even an Android Auto headunit just so I can use Google Maps to navigate without a phone mount like this. But my wife's car simply has nowhere good for a Rokform magnet, and the headunit is integral so I can't replace it. I needed a way to mount her Note 8 phone (it's a huge phone, fairly heavy and awkward in its wallet case) in her 2015 CRV. I found a few places mentioned iOttie on discussion forums, to the point where I suspected it was spam, but I went ahead and bought one. It's not spam. This is a terrific mount. In the CRV, there's a space on the dashboard next to one of the screens that works perfectly for this mount, but in almost any car, you could use the dashboard instead of the window. This is because iOttie ships a plastic disc with the mount (like old nicer GPS units used to include). It affixes with high quality automotive tape, the kind that generally doesn't leave a mark on the dashboard. Dashboard mount is superior to window mount because any tiny budge will not tear the unit away from suction over time. It's working with gravity, not against it. You can mount it to a window, and the suction cup is sticky and strong, but dash is the way to go if you can. The phone's case extends beyond the phone, but the mount had no problem at all holding the phone steady. You press the two long buttons while putting the phone in place, and let go, and it just grips it in place. Removing the phone is just as elegant. I really am pleased with it. I drove across the state for the recent holidays and used this mount, and it was excellent. I normally drive my car with a nice Android Auto headunit, but this was really just as good (and I recommend that Android Auto app for driving... it's safer and easy to use without touching the phone). The mount articulates in many ways, even out towards the driver, and it feels very well made. It's worth the inexpensive price easily.

This is the best phone holder I have had. Easy one click holds the phone secure and you can adjust the position to suit you.

This mount is one of the best mounts available today. Before I got the iOttie, I had a magnetic mount that was great. However, I upgraded to the newest iPhone and had to get rid of it since I couldn't have both wireless charging and the magnetic mount (the metal plate used for the magnet interferes with the wireless charging). I tried a few options and was ultimately unhappy with all of them. However, a friend recommended the iOttie so I picked it up when it was on sale during the holidays. After a week of using it daily, I am happy to say that it works great. It has a unique, patented mechanism where you push the phone against the mount and the spring loaded sides clamp down on it. It's really easy to use and is satisfying to do for some reason. When you need your phone, you just push down on two bars on the sides and it'll release your phone. Super smooth, and once you get the hang of it, you can do it all one-handed. The mount itself is really customizable too. You can rotate it at two joints, and it telescopes forward several inches as well. I actually think it's overkill, as I don't think many people will adjust it that much, but it's nice that it's there I guess. It's a little big and bulky to see, but it's no issue. The suction cup that sticks it to the wall is the sticky gel kind. Some other companies use this. It actually works great as long as your car is in the right conditions... unfortunately, heat is not this mount's friend. During the winter months, it'll be fine, but summers can cause this thing to lose its grip and fall off the window. Keep an eye on it when it's hot outside. I only know this because I've had 2 of these style suction cups before and they always fell off my window during hotter, 80+ degree days. Hasn't happened to me with the iOttie mount yet since I've only had it for a week during the winter, but judging from other reviews, many other people have had this issue. The best part about this mount is that it's so big that it supports a lot of phones. I think the only way your phone won't fit is if you have a massive iPhone XS Max with a massive Otterbox on it or something. I tested it out with an iPhone XS, and iPhone SE, and an iPhone 7 Plus and they all fit great (they all had relatively small cases though). I like that anyone can just use it. If my phone dies on the way home and I need someone else to put there's up to find my way home on their GPS, they can just pop it on with no issues. Overall - great mount. A little pricey compared to others, but it goes on sale a lot (I got mine for $18 on Amazon). Even at full price ($24 as of writing) I would say it's worth it.

I've been using the iOttie Easy One Touch Car Mount for a few weeks, and it's been a game-changer. The suction cup holds firmly to both the dashboard and windshield, even on bumpy roads. The one-touch mechanism makes it easy to mount and remove my phone with one hand, which is great for quick access. The adjustable arm and 360-degree rotation allow for optimal viewing angles. It accommodates my phone with its case on, and the build quality feels sturdy and durable. Overall, it's a solid, affordable option for hands-free phone use while driving.

I got this for my mom and she loves it! It works great--I don't have to stress about her messing with a phone while driving anymore because it's right there, you hardly have to take your eyes off the road. Its grip is strong but still very easy to remove the phone and it's simple to set up if you read the instructions. I thought it might have problems suctioning to the curved dashboard surface, but it worked fine. Prevents her from dropping and losing it too, though sometimes I have to remind her that the phone is in the holder (like losing glasses on her head lol). Overall fantastic purchase, though I haven't tried other car phone holders, but this one is a safe bet in my opinion and she's had it for several months now with it working just like new. I was a little apprehensive of it being rickety or wobbly but it's solid, good-quality stuff. Edit: As soon as hot weather came around, the sticky part that adheres to the dashboard surface began melting and sliding off, rendering it completely unusable. Very annoying waste of money which created a sticky mess for several weeks! I bought a new one from the brand on here called "ANIOPE" which works much better as it mounts by securely screwing onto the air vent and as an added bonus is half the price (just sayin)

I grabbed this mount for about twenty dollars in early 2020, thinking it might survive a season of Amazon Flex routes. Five years later it is still the first thing I latch onto when I start the engine. I have popped my phone in and out thousands of times through rain, snow, heatwaves, and potholes. The clamp feels as smooth as day one, the plastic still looks showroom fresh, and only now is the suction cup beginning to complain after living on my windshield all this time. As a delivery driver I hop in and out of the car all day, often grabbing my phone with a single hand while balancing packages or coffee with the other. This mount never fumbles. It locks the phone tight, releases instantly, and never wiggles while navigation shouts directions. In a world of throwaway accessories this thing is a rare keeper. If you are on the fence, take it from someone who earns a living in a car. This little piece of plastic and metal is the best twenty dollars I have ever spent. If the manufacturer is reading this Hook a brother up with a new suction cup and it will go another 5 years!

TL;DR: As others have mentioned, if you're sticking this to the dashboard and need to use the dashboard pad, it won't be as effective. The mount to the window is no problem. Their customer service is great albeit it takes a little while for them to give an answer and the answer they provided didn't really help (ended up being a lose/lose situation). Now here's the detailed experience where I came to this conclusion... In California, it's illegal to have the mount in the center of your windshield so I NEED to mount it to the dashboard. I did try mounting it to the bottom left of the windshield but having a usb cable running below or above my driving wheel when I charged bugged/worried me. So I decided to use the dashboard pad. On first application I followed all the rules. I made sure the pad and mount were above a certain temperature and waited at least 30 minutes before use. But the day after application and use I arrived to my car to see the mount had fallen off and took the pad with it. Fortunately, their customer service is nice and I messaged them asking if I could get a replacement for the pad. They went above and beyond and sent me just an entire replacement including another mount! However I'm wondering if it was just easier to send a whole new kit instead of just the pad. Also I had a separate question that I asked within the email that went unanswered so my guess is they just read replacement and sent a new one without actually reading. I had to send another email to get that question answered. The replacement worked a lot better but I played it safer. If you see the picture, the unmovable part of the arm that connects to the base goes backwards. If you have it going forwards (to extend the mount even further), it won't be able to handle the weight. so keeping it going back and having the telescoping arm out from there is the best option, but it does lose some distance this way. If this was all there was to it I would've rated it 4 stars since they did send an entire replacement without asking and I had better success. However... The other question I asked ties into what happens next. I wanted to know if removing the mount from the car was more effective for it's longevity than keeping it in there under hot weather. With summer coming up, the heat is usually what kills my mounts and they lose their effectiveness. They advised to keep it in there since moving it will lessen the stickiness and washing won't be as effective. So I listened to that advice, but arrived to the mount and pad not connected to my car again. It held up for a few weeks but this week is when the summer heat started to really kick in. I assume that the heat is what removed the pad. So I'm a little bummed that they told me to keep it in there. It's a lose/lost situation. Either I leave it in and the heat/weight of the mount removes the pad whenever it's too hot, or I remove it and over time the suction cup on the mount loses it's effectiveness and won't stay on the pad. I guess the latter IS the best option, but only if I am comfortable buying dashboard mounts over and over. In the end I feel maybe I could contact customer service again and ask for another pad since they were nice, but I wouldn't want to go through the hassle and also feel they probably wouldn't send a third replacement (even if it's just for the pad and not another mount). Maybe if they see this review they can tell me if it's worth contacting them or not LOL

I’ve been using this car mount for a while now, and it’s honestly one of those rare products that just works exactly like it’s supposed to. Setting it up was a total breeze—the suction is surprisingly strong and stayed secure on my dashboard without any fuss. My favorite part is the "one-touch" design; I can literally snap my phone in with one hand while getting settled, which is so much easier when I'm in a rush. It doesn't rattle or shake while I'm driving, so I never have to worry about my phone taking a dive mid-turn. The adjustable arm is also a lifesaver for getting the screen at just the right height so I can see my maps clearly without it blocking the road. It’s a solid, dependable little gadget that has genuinely made my daily commute feel a lot smoother and safer.