Key takeaways
- Best overall: iOttie Easy One Touch 5 ($25 – $35).
- Magnetic mounts are quick to use; clamp mounts hold any phone securely.
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Not sure which car phone mounts to buy in the US? This list keeps it short: our top pick, the best-value option, the premium choice and the models we would avoid, all with typical prices.
Prices are typical ranges, not live prices. The button on each pick opens the current price.
Quick answer
- Best overall: iOttie Easy One Touch 5 ($25 – $35)
- Premium pick: Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge ($50 – $80)
Car phone mounts compared
| Product | Verdict | Score | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|
| iOttie Easy One Touch 5 | Buy | 8.6/10 | $25 – $35 |
| Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge | Buy | 8.3/10 | $50 – $80 |
| Peak Design Car Mount | Consider | 8.2/10 | $60 – $100 |
Our picks in detail
iOttie Easy One Touch 5
Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.6/10 · Typical price: $25 – $35
For most people, iOttie Easy One Touch 5 is worth its usual price of $25 – $35. Our score: 8.6/10.
Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge
Verdict: Buy · Score: 8.3/10 · Typical price: $50 – $80
For most people, Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge is worth its usual price of $50 – $80. Our score: 8.3/10.
Peak Design Car Mount
Verdict: Consider · Score: 8.2/10 · Typical price: $60 – $100
Peak Design Car Mount is worth considering if it suits your needs exactly or drops below its usual $60 – $100, but it is not our first choice.
What to check before you buy
- Magnetic mounts are quick to use; clamp mounts hold any phone securely.
- Vent, dashboard and windscreen mounts suit different cars; check local rules on windscreen mounting.
- A charging mount keeps navigation running on long trips.
What to skip
Common mistake: Placing the phone where it blocks your view of the road.
When to buy
The deepest discounts usually arrive during the big summer sales in July, the October sales events and Black Friday through Cyber Monday in late November. A simple vent mount works well for most cars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best car phone mounts in the US?
Our top pick is iOttie Easy One Touch 5 (typically $25 – $35).
What should I check before buying car phone mounts?
Magnetic mounts are quick to use; clamp mounts hold any phone securely. Vent, dashboard and windscreen mounts suit different cars; check local rules on windscreen mounting.
When is the best time to buy car phone mounts in the US?
The deepest discounts usually arrive during the big summer sales in July, the October sales events and Black Friday through Cyber Monday in late November.
What is the most common mistake when buying car phone mounts?
Placing the phone where it blocks your view of the road.