WIRED Picks $36 Andery and $30 Andobil After Testing 12 Car Phone Mounts
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Updated · WIRED · Aug 25
WIRED Picks $36 Andery and $30 Andobil After Testing 12 Car Phone Mounts
1 articles · Updated · WIRED · Aug 25
Summary
After weeks and hundreds of miles of road testing, WIRED named Andery’s $36 suction mount its top pick for iPhones and Qi2 phones, and Andobil’s $30 mechanical holder its best universal option for Android users.
The recommendations turned on secure grip, low vibration and minimal view obstruction, with the reviewer saying the best performers were smartly designed rather than expensive or from big brands.
Andery’s compact MagSafe mount uses a 22-magnet ring and nano-gel suction cup, though it needs a flat surface and may lose adhesion if repeatedly remounted; non-magnetic Android phones need a MagSafe-compatible case.
Andobil’s mount stood out for stable dash, windshield and vent options and for holding larger phones through heat and shaking, while WIRED also highlighted Vanva’s $13 vent mount and ESR’s 15-watt charging model as strong alternatives.
The guide reflects tightening hands-free driving norms across nearly every US state and argues magnetic mounts now offer the fewest compromises, especially as more phones add Qi2 or MagSafe-style support.