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Navigate hands-free with the most sturdy and durable car phone mounts.

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Now, where does your phone, the repository of all these essentials, sit?

We’ve included picks for different installation methods, budgets, and phone needs.

Its a little on the expensive side for the style.

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Because its so sticky, installation can be a bit fussy.

The iOttie mount earned its best adhesive title with a suction cup that is incredibly sticky.

You need a USB port in your vehicle for this to work.

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We were impressed by how easy the Scosche mount was to install.

It required less than five minutes to assemble, though the magnetic process wasnt perfect.

The connection between mount and car is also strong, with a good adhesive and durable-feeling materials.

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We appreciated its efficient and sleek design and low price tag.

You may have to take your phone case off for this to work.

If you prefer a more minimalist design, your best option is the Belkin.

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However, it stays put once youve set it up, and the build quality is solid.

Sometimes you simply dont want to fuss around with your gadgetry.

When that’s the case, the WixGear Magnetic Mount is the best car mount around.

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Still, it required minimal fuss overall.

You do need to read the instructions for the slightly unintuitive assembly.

The Ainopes design only has two pieces and a setup thats easy once you look at the instructions.

Scosche Magic Mount Dash Mount

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It initially looks a little jiggly, but still felt stable while driving.

We then used phones for music and directions on drives of varying lengths over the course of two weeks.

Then, we added phones, noting fit, adjustability, ease, and security.

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A good mount should be able to be fully ignored while youre in motion.

Which one of those you go for is really a matter of personal preference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Almost definitely not.

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You certainly arent at risk of accidentally erasing your phones memory.

Both theNational Conference of State LegislaturesandGovernors Highway Safety Associationoffer state-by-state breakdowns of various restrictions.

Capture a crisp photo from up to 32 feet away.

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T+L contributorRena Beharhas also been testing and reviewing travel gear and other products since 2014.

WixGear Magnetic Mount 2-pack attached to air vent while displayed in car

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Ainope Car Phone Holder Mount

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Finger typing on smartphone attached to Ainope Car Phone Holder Mount which is clipped to air vent while displayed in car

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Beam Phone Mount

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