Description
This car phone holder clips onto the edge of your dashboard and holds a phone, tablet or GPS up to 6.5 inches, with a double curved base, a non-slip silicone pad and a clamp arm that opens wide, for $25.99. It measures 115 x 80 x 40mm and is moulded from ABS.
The two things that go wrong with car phone mounts are both about heat. A suction cup on a windscreen lets go on a 40 degree afternoon in a car park, and an adhesive pad on a dashboard turns gummy and slides. A clip that grips the lip of the dashboard is mechanical rather than sticky, so there is nothing to soften. The other advantage is where it puts the phone: at the top edge of the dash, where your eyes stay closer to the road instead of dropping into your lap.
Specifications
| Product |
Car dashboard holder |
| Size |
115 x 80 x 40mm |
| Material |
ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) |
| Colour |
Black |
| Clamp opening |
Fits devices up to 6.5 inches |
| Base |
Double curved with non-slip silicone pad |
| Operating range |
-25 to 85 degrees Celsius |
| Certification |
RoHS certified materials |
What's in the Box
| 1 x |
Non-slip dashboard phone holder (phone not included) |
Why a Clip Beats a Suction Cup
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Nothing to lose grip in the heat - a mechanical clip does not soften at 60 degrees the way a suction cup or an adhesive pad does in an Australian summer.
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Rated -25 to 85 degrees - a dashboard is one of the hottest places in a parked car, and the material is specified for it.
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Line of sight near the road - mounted at the dash edge, the screen sits closer to where you are already looking rather than down near the gearstick.
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One hand operation - the phone goes in and comes out without needing both hands off the wheel.
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Fits up to 6.5 inches - that covers most current phones, and it holds a small tablet or a dedicated GPS unit too.
Where on the Dashboard Does It Clip?
It clips onto the top lid of the dashboard, which is why the base is curved both vertically and horizontally. The curve lets it sit flush on a dash that is not flat, and the non-slip silicone pad stops it creeping once it is on. You can position it anywhere along that edge, so you choose the spot that suits your seating position and your mirrors.
Will It Fit a Large Phone?
The clamp arm opens to take devices up to 6.5 inches, which covers most current smartphones. A very large phone in a thick protective case is the borderline case worth measuring before you order. It is also rated for small tablets and standalone GPS units within that size.
Does It Block the Driver's View?
Mounting at the dash edge is chosen specifically to keep the screen in the same visual plane as the road ahead rather than forcing you to look down. That said, every Australian state and territory has road rules about obstructing the driver's view and about touching a phone while driving. Position it where it obscures nothing, and set your navigation before you move off. Check your own state's road authority for the current rules.
Who Buys These
Rideshare and delivery drivers who have a phone in view all day and cannot afford a mount that drops it. Tradies whose utes see extreme cabin heat. Anyone who has had a suction mount fall off mid-trip and gone looking for something mechanical. It is also a common purchase for a second family car or for a teenager's first car, where a proper mount is the cheapest safety upgrade available.
Pair It With
A phone mount is usually bought alongside the rest of the cabin setup. Our Automotive range covers the chargers, organisers and shades that go in the same car, and Tech & Mobile Accessories has the cables and grips that go with the phone itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a phone included?
No. The smartphone shown in the photography is for display only.
What size devices fit?
Up to 6.5 inches, which covers most phones as well as small tablets and GPS units.
Does it use adhesive?
No. It clips onto the dashboard lid and is held by the clamp plus a non-slip silicone pad.
Will it survive a hot car?
The material is specified for a -25 to 85 degree Celsius operating range, which is why it is used on dashboards.
Can I use it in any car?
It is designed as a universal fit for a dashboard with a lip it can clip onto. Cars with a fully flush or heavily contoured dash top are the ones to check first.
Does it charge the phone?
No, it is a holder only. Charging is separate.
Do you ship Australia wide?
Yes, including regional and remote addresses.
Fast Australian Shipping
We dispatch from Australia, so this holder reaches Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin quickly, and we post to regional and remote addresses as well. Orders placed on a business day are picked the same day wherever stock allows.
Product photography is indicative and the phone shown is not included. Colours may vary slightly between screens and the item in hand, and hand measured dimensions carry a small tolerance. Road rules on driver view obstruction and mobile phone use are set by each Australian state and territory.
