Ram Mount Universal X-Grip Cell Holder W/ Tough Claw

To lead off, I use this mount out my Harley Dyna. People have reported problems losing phones with the x grip, but only using it in horizontal position(if you look up x grip failure on youtube you'll see what I mean). I removed the rubber tether and only use mine in vertical orientation, and I am more pleased with it than my previous setup. I was skeptical about using it this way until I watched a video of a guy using it the same way doing multiple backflips off a kicker on his dirtbike without the phone moving. It takes no tools and about 10 seconds to install/remove, so I can switch it easily from bike to bike or remove it all together so I don't have a goofy looking mount on if I don't need gps. This mount dampens the vibrations for my bike much better than the last cheaper mount that I was using, so I am very satisfied in that respect.RAM also has a larger X-grip for larger phones, but I couldn't find a one piece one like this one with that option so I risked it and ordered it. I'm pleased to report that it fits my Galaxy Note 5 in a mid sized Spiegen case with some room to spare, and that with the weight of the phone in the x grip the clamp doesn't shift around. It also fits nicely above my bar bag so I still have unrestricted access to the zippers with my phone in place, without sticking up too far above the bag/bars. It really is just about right. My only gripe is that since this is a one piece unit instead of a separate RAM tough claw/double socket extension/X-Grip, the x-grip connects to the tough claw via a more bulky attachment so the rubber tether sits further back from the x-grip. This makes it have a lot more tension than I am comfortable with pulling back on the corners of my phone (this is the case with a smaller sized phone as well, I used my old galaxy S4 to check), so I opted to remove the tether and give up the option of mounting my phone horizontally even though that is what I prefer. If they could somehow remedy this issue I'd give this 5 stars in a heartbeatThis probably seems like a pretty long winded explanation to most people, but I'm pretty OCD about things being just right on my motorcycles so to anyone else like me: you're welcome.

Expensive? Yes, but I'm a big fan of the X-Grip cell phone holder. This size is perfect for and encased of caseless iPhone 6/6s, 5/5s/5c. I've got three of them in my Jeep for mounting cell phones and FRS radios and the X-Grip holds the phones tight during off road expeditions without worry of the phone slipping out, falling out the window, under the seats etc. It's a great product.This item combines the excellent X-Grip with RAM Mount's Tough Claw mount. I was a bit sceptical because it appears to be designed to attach to round bars, and my application calls for the Tough Claw to be mounted on to an L Shaped shelving frame. Well I am happy to report the Tough Claw is fastened on securely without a hint of wobble or jiggle. I will definitely be purchasing more of these for strollers, bicycles, etc.Thanks!

I'd heard about Ram Mount before and that they were good. I watched some videos on their website that made me feel confident in their product. Of course I was still worried when I went on the highway with my phone in the holder, but I've so far so good! My iPhone 6 doesn't even budge. I will say that with this X-grip holder, if you have an iPhone 6, the two top arms of the grip fall on the worst spots of the phone: on the volume and power buttons. BUT, you can get it just right to where they fall below the power button on the right, and between the volume buttons on the left. Also, it doesn't seem to adversely affect the display if the x-grip arm on the top left is mashing the volume-down button the whole time.

Love the claw grip. Just finished a 2900 mile trek and it worked very well. One tip - USE the rubber stretchy extra holder thingy. You may think that the X-Grippers will hold it well enough and they are strong, but prolonged vibration will likely cause your phone to slip down and down until it's hanging by the cord. Overall pretty happy with it so far.

bummer - I had given more stars before but after 6 months of usage the ball doesn't stay in the holder anymore and is basically useless. probably why it got discontinued I guess

It's a shame RAM discontinued this mount. It fits really nicely on my GSX-S 750 handlebar. Holds a large phone very securely. Fairly compact.

Works great on my snowmobile, bicycle and motorcycle. If it wasn’t so expensive, I’d give it five stars.

The claw grip works GREAT. The X grip part may work great as well but just on a phone other than iPhone 6s. The grippers line up almost perfectly with the power button and volume button. Then if you use the tether you can't connect the headphone cable.