ARKON Mounts - Overhead Phone Mount - Versatile Solution for Artists, and Nail Art - Sturdy and Stable Design with 360-Degree Adjustability - Ideal for Video Recording, Vlogging, Cooking, and Drawing

I was going to get another stand that was $20, but I read the reviews here of the people who bought a cheap one, and then eventually they came here for the quality one. So, I took a leap and bought this one first.Wow, I'm so glad I did!!! Here are some comments about how it works (for video-ing newbies like me).Btw, I'm not getting paid to leave this review. I'm just a regular girl who bought this. I don't even know without looking who makes this. (I'm saying these things since you can never be too sure these days.)Okay, here's my opinion:1. The setup is super simple. Just 4 steps, and no tools required. If you are going to use this for your phone, I figured out that you can skip step 3 because it's already setup for a phone (there's an adapter for things other than a phone).2. It's very sturdy. Some people complained in their reviews that the stand gets in the video. Anyone who says that doesn't understand all the ways this contraption can be positioned.The telescoping pole goes way up high if you want. It's nuts. Plus, the ball joint thingies move all over the place, and then you tighten them when you get them in the position you want. It's totally brilliant.The only way you'd get the stand in the frame is if you don't take 10 seconds to adjust it.3. It's heavy. The base isn't going to fall over. Some people said in their reviews that it tipped over. Either they were leaving a review for the wrong thing, or they hooked up some super heavy professional camera to this thing.If you are using it with phone, there's no way it's going to tip over. It's way to heavy for that.4. It holds the phone securely. You won't have to worry about your phone falling out. The grip is very tight. I have to use 2 hands to open it and get my phone in there. The spring that holds it in grips it like a vice. There's no way it's falling out.5. The fact that this has a wide base so you can set it anywhere is so much better than the cheapy ones that have to screw onto a table. Again, mucho versatility.This one is a little pricey, but imho, it's worth every penny!!!This stand + the Open Camera app + a lavalier microphone = #winningOmg, my videos look sooooo good!!!Thank you!!! 🎉🥳

This stand is built very sturdy. It’s perfect for any position you need due to the multiple segments.

This is a must have if you’re a cookie decorator.

I like everything about this product from its sturdiness and flexibility to the ease of assembly. I like that it came with components for holding a phone or attaching a projector. It makes using it more versatile.I purchased it to use with a mini projector to project templates onto cookies. Since using it I found I can also use it to hold my phone while recording how to DIY videos.

I wanted to give this five stars, but the set up is just a little bit too time consuming sometimes to be a perfect product. To be fair, I think the lengthy set up is why you have such a solid recording stand, and it's reliable once you get it into the right position.It can definitely take time to set up in the position you want, though, which sometimes stops me from using it, and instead I will reach for something easier to set up. I do really like the product though, and if you are shooting from above, it's very reliable. When I have it in place and doing an over the top shot, I know that it is not going to slip or move or end up in any position other than the one I put it in.

Love this mount. You can make the arm long or short. It holds my Kodak projector perfectly

I use it for jewelry making videos. Love how the camera and boom arm are not in my way as I work. The adjustments require a little effort, but once you dial a certain angle in it stays there. A little tippy, even with a phone, but it’s easy to add a little weight to the base when needed. The adjustable links are not metal- I’m thinking carbon fiber- so they will probably hold up fine. Everything seems strong, well engineered and designed. I recommend this tool.

The media could not be loaded. Great value for your money. It’s flexible and easy to adjust. Holds my phone nicely and securely. Looks great, able to hide it when making videos. Perfect size to place on a table or counter.