ULANZI U Rig Pro Smartphone Video Rig, iPhone Filmmaking Case, Phone Video Stabilizer Grip Tripod Mount for Videomaker Film-maker Videographer for iPhone X 8 Plus Sumsang

This has been far more useful that I had anticipated. I originally bought this so I could attach a smart phone onto a tripod for filming and to provide a method to mount a microphone too. In that regard, this was a perfect solution, it's really sturdy and it's a breeze to setup and remove again. What I hadn't appreciated is just how useful it would be to film on the go too. It makes filming with a smartphone so much easier, giving a far more secure grip and thus removing shake. It also removes risk of my fingers accidentally slipping over the lens. Both these points also leave me more confident to focus on what's being films more than how I'm moving/filming it. More recently I've also been using this to take photos too. On walks with the family, I can take a mini tripod and this rig, which enables me to take timer shots with the smart phone. If I'm walking with a rucksack, the rig doesn't take up too much room or, if the bag is full to the brim, I just attach to the outside of the bag by slipping a strap through the rig. One warning though. The spring loaded mount for the phone is really strong, but not fool proof. On one occasion I may have been swinging it a little too liberally as I walked and my phone decided to part ways with the mount. Simply put, if you're not using the phone, take it out of the rig. Overall I've been really pleased with my purchase. It's a quality product.

I used this as a cheap way to get started creating YouTube content using my mobile phone camera (Pixel 3xl). I really like how ergonomic and light weight this is to hold when not mounted to a tripod. The phone is held very securely and cannot see it dropping unless down to human error when inserting or removing the phone. The most surprising thing for me was the different perspective it gives you when you are recording by being able to hold the device more steadily and have better perception of the wider environment you are recording in. In summary a great, cost effective way to get more out of your phone camera.

One of my pet hates is unsteady footage. Sure many phones, uncluding my own, now have features to reduce the signs of shake when you are recrding a video, but it is still possible to spot the signs if you know what to look for. What helps is something that allows to to hold the phone with both hands in a place where you can better see it. In this respect, this works very well. The additional support that this provides for an external mic or light is valuable for myself. I prefer an external mic for the improved sound quality and this makes a huge difference. In addition, being able to place this rig on a tripod or monopod really helps too. I lent it to a friend for a few hours so that she could record some things, having given her the bar minimum of instructions and she loved it too.

Useful bit of kit, saved me having to improvise a lot of different mount options by offering a lot of possibilities in one. Helps taking more stable video too if I'm just using the phone without a tripod.

I don’t usually write reviews, but felt like I needed to for this item. I was in two minds to buy it (I have £200+ DSLR gimbal that takes ages setting up and getting right) this rig however is straightforward, clip your phone in and away you go. My clips have no shaky movement in! I only purchased it because I needed to mount a mic into the coldshoe section, but this allows me to mount the mic and then mount onto my tripod as well, perfect for blogging. Everyone’s been really impressed and now wants to borrow it! Don’t hesitate to buy! For £15 you can transform your videography into something special!!

The hot shoe mount works well, the light stays firmly in place and doesn't wobble. The switch on mine is dodgy, works 60% of the time, with the other 40% the switch needs wobbling a bit and then it works. Probably should have returned it but I couldn't be bothered as it does work and it's not an expensive item

Probably the best phone holder. I use it with a stand. Easy to get phone in and out. And the design keeps your screen in full view for anyone recording using a back camera. I was wondering whether to get the metal version but the plastic is sturdy.

Looks and feels good. Thought it was made out of metal but that’s on my part. Easy to hold and stabilize the phone real good. If you are looking for something cheap and easy this is for you. I also love that you can add microphones and light to it. Makes it more useful and awesome to use.