This is where mounts and gimbals come into play. They are stabilizers specifically designed to offer shooting assistance, helping you capture striking imagery and cinematic footage without carrying a tripod or a dolly. To help you with your gimbal shopping, here are ten top-rated options on sale:
Hohem iSteady X 3-Axis Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer
Magnetic Smartphone Laptop Side Mount
If you could use an extra display, but find an additional monitor bothersome, this side mount lets you mount your phone and clip it on your laptop, extending your screen in a jiffy. It uses a magnetic design so your devices stay firmly in place and it’s portable enough to be carried around everywhere. Originally $24, this smartphone-friendly side mount is on sale for $14.99.
Pivo Pod Red Auto-Tracking Motion Smartphone Mount
This smartphone mount is designed to be your personal cameraman. Equipped with auto-tracking technology, it lets you take the perfect selfie, action shot, group photos, as well as creative content like dynamic videos, panoramic images, time-lapse motion videos, and more. Portable and convenient, you can use it to take great photos and fun videos anytime and anywhere. It usually retails for $109, but you can grab it on sale for $99.99.
Car and Driver Motion-Activated Mount Kit
Perfect for those who use their phone’s GPS when driving, this motion-activated mount kit has a built-in wireless charger to ensure your device has power and comes with an auto-adjusting mount that grabs your phone with ease. Once you’re done, simply use the touch-sensor function to release your phone from the mount. It typically retails for $54, but if you enter the code DRIVE15 at checkout, you can get it on sale for $15 off.
Slide Single-Axis Mobile Gimbal Stabilizer Grip and Tripod
This multifunctional stabilizer can be used as either a stabilizer grip or a standalone tripod. Its single-axis gimbal reduces shaking motions, and it works both horizontally and vertically, so you can take creative shots. It also lasts up to two hours on a single charge. Normally $54, this versatile gimbal and tripod hybrid is on sale for $49.99.
Pivo Pod Silver Auto-Tracking Smartphone w/ Pivo Tripod
MOZA Moin Mini Camera with 3-Axis Gimbal
This 3-axis gimbal already has a built-in mini camera for seamless content creation. It can take 12-megapixel photos, 4K videos at 60fps, and 8x slow-motion footage, and its 120-degree FOV is ideal for capturing selfie videos or vast landscapes. It also has stereo microphones boasting improved pickup performance, intelligent noise reduction, and uncolored sound. Grab it for $299.
VLOG DOG Smartphone Kit
If you’re into vlogging, the VLOG DOG packs all the essentials for hassle-free shooting. It’s a desktop tripod that provides hands-free, stable shooting and video recording, but you can also collapse the legs and use it as a handgrip for mobile shooting. Plus, with the noise-canceling microphone and rechargeable LED fill light, your vlogging needs are covered. Normally $119, this vlogging kit is on sale for $39.99 for a limited time.
Naztech Smart Grip Wireless Charging Car Mount
Another option is this car mount equipped with Smart Grip technology, which combines auto-adjusting mounting and high-speed charging for safer driving. Simply place your phone on the mount, and the sensors will automatically open and close securely. Thanks to its Qi technology, it also begins fast charging your phone upon contact. It usually goes for $44, but you can get it on sale for $39.99.
Robo 360° Rotation Smart AI Object Tracking Gimbal
Designed to make filming easier, this gimbal allows you to film hands-free. It uses AI technology to automatically identify your face and follow you wherever you go. With 360-degree rotation, it also keeps you centered in the frame at all times. Formerly $129, you can grab this object-tracking gimbal on sale for only $36.99. Prices subject to change.