Best Bike Phone Mounts of 2025

Our Picks of Bike Phone Mounts

Best Overall

Peak Design Universal Bar Mount

Requires Specific Case or Adaptor	Yes
Waterproof	No
Rotates	Yes
Materials	Plastic, silicone

The Peak Design Universal Bar Mount is a runaway favorite, as long as you love the custom case. It has the best one-handed use, similar to the Quad Lock and Rokform mounts. The difference with the Peak Design is that when you replace the phone on the bar, you only need to get it reasonably close to the mount, and the magnetic field grabs and locks it securely in place. Our testers noted, “It's like dropping a piece of metal near a strong magnet — it just snaps into place.” By comparison, replacing the phone on most mounts is far more difficult, especially if you are riding. This mount is easy to swap between bikes and goes onto just about any bar width, including grocery carts, strollers, or a treadmill. It is very secure in bumpy terrain. The case (sold separately) is slim compared to many others and looks good.

The Peak Design Universal is not flawless. It requires you to buy a specific case for your phone, nearly doubling the cost and making it one of the most expensive mounts we reviewed. Additionally, this is the heaviest case and mount combo we tested. Most folks won't notice the extra weight, but anyone who wants to shave off grams may be better off with Quad Lock. If you love the design of the case like we do, we are happy to incorporate the case into our everyday lives. But if you prefer a different case for your phone, you now have to keep track of a separate and expensive case and swap your phone out for each ride. Unless your bars have a long stem, you won't be able to center the mount. Road cyclists who want the phone to be perfectly centered or out front prefer the Peak Design Out Front Bike Mount described below. Despite these shortcomings, this case is secure, streamlined, and our favorite model for everyday commuting and long mountain bike rides.

Best Bang For Your Buck

Lisen Bike Phone Holder

Requires Specific Case or Adaptor	No
Waterproof	No
Rotates	Yes
Materials	Plastic, silicone

If you can get past the bulk of the Lisen Bike Phone Holder, it is our favorite inexpensive universal bar mount. It works on every handlebar we tried and works with the five different phone and case combinations in our test. Even with a bulky case, this phone mount not only works but is surprisingly secure. We expected the Lisen to loosen and flop around on bumpy terrain, as most mounts of this design do. Nope. Due, do to the robust attachment point to the bar, this mount stayed secure even on rough roads and trails. It only takes 60 seconds to switch this mount from bike to bike.

The big downside is the massive size of this mount. Everything about it is bulky, from the part that grabs your phone to the connection with your bars. If you are looking for sleed aesthetics, look for one of the cheap “spider web” style mounts like the Deerfun below. However, the Deerfun will cover the corners of your phone, does not work with giant phones and cases, and is not as quick to get on and off your bike. Once we got past the bulk, we were impressed with just how easy this mount is. One tester noted, “While I could opt for more expensive mounts on the in-office GearLab bikes, I decided to keep this affordable option instead. This is the ultimate thumbs up for any product I test.”

Best On a Tight Budget

Deerfun Detachable

Requires Specific Case or Adaptor	No
Waterproof	No
Rotates	Yes
Materials	Silicone

The Deerfun Detachable is the least expensive model we tested, yet it will still more than meet many people's needs. Many cheap options use a similar design of grabbing the phone at the edges with a “spider web” of silicone. The difference with the Deerfun is the ability to completely detach the phone within seconds, which is super handy for taking a quick photo or running into a store. As a tester noted, “Once I got past the awkward product name, I was very impressed with how easy and sleek this mount is.”

It performs nearly as well as the Nite Ize Wraptor in nearly every metric and is around half the cost. The VUP stands apart from the crowd as the easiest mount to set up. It was intuitive and only took 5 seconds to install on our handlebars. Our testers found this mount to be satisfyingly simple to use. Another great feature is that the mount can rotate to landscape and portrait orientations. The VUP also excels in being versatile: it can easily transfer from bike to bike or from bike to stroller. It is also very light for those counting grams.

The VUP mount is user-friendly and performs fairly well due to its simplicity, but it still has some drawbacks. Compared to its similar competitor, the Nite Ize Wraptor, the VUP mount is not nearly as stylish and is not quite compatible with the size range. Getting your phone in and out of the mount requires more effort, and part of the screen is blocked. If you plan to ride in bad weather (like our testers who bike-commute to work most days) and want to use a weatherproof case on your phone, the VUP is not a great option. These differences made the Nite Ize stand out, but the VUP is a close comparison and costs almost half the price. The VUP is a good choice for riders on a budget or those using it occasionally.

Best Value One-Handed Operation

sincetop C Gen 2

Requires Specific Case or Adaptor	No
Waterproof	No
Rotates	Yes
Materials	Aluminium, plastic, velcro strap

If you can't stomach the price tag of the Peak Design models, the sincetop C Gen 2 offers a ton of value. If the universal adapter sticks to your phone case (or phone itself), you only need to spend $30. We bought a new case for $10 to stick the adapter on, and it worked fine. However, we would recommend buying a case sincetop iphone case specific to your phone for $18. Now you are all in for $48 compared to $110 for a similar Peak Design setup. We chose the mount that attaches to your stem, keeping it secure and centered on the bike. The downside is that it requires more time to install, and it might not be compatible with your bike. There is also a sincetop bar mount for the same price.

So, how does it compare to the Peak Design? Our testers noted, “It doesn't have the same cool magnet attachment, but it does have a little locking feature. So it's secure, but it just doesn't have the same ease of use as the Peak Design.” Unlike the Peak Design, neither the phone-specific case nor the universal adapter is magnetic. So you can't use one case on both your phone and the mount in your car. For us, this is a big drag because we love having just one case for every application. If you prefer a specific case for your car and everyday use, and like having a separate dedicated case for your bike, the sincetop is a great value option.

Best For Road Bikers and Bumpy Terrain

Peak Design Out Front Bike Mount

Requires Specific Case or Adaptor
Waterproof
Rotates
Materials

If you mainly use one bike and want your phone out front, the Peak Design Out Front Bike Mount V2 is our top choice. It has most of the pros of the Peak Design Universal Mount with the added benefits of a more streamlined setup. It's as easy as the Universal to remove your phone and place it back on the magnetic pad. Like the Universal Mount, it “sucks” to the bar mount when you get it reasonably close and is very secure on bumpy terrain (with some caveats listed below). One side benefit is that on some bikes, you can tilt the handlebars vertically and use your phone like a GoPro. Note that the V2 is the same as the V1; it just works on more bar sizes, especially modern mountain bikes with thicker bars. If the V1 is already working for you, there is no advantage to upgrading the the V2.

This Peak Design model scored lower than the Universal Mount because it takes more time to install or swap between bikes. It includes adapters, but you have to keep track of all the little spacers if you want to swap between different bar sizes. It is also more expensive than the Universal and, like the Universal, requires a case specific to your phone. Despite all these critiques, this is a great mount if you mainly use one bike and take the time to dial in the setup, but most people should get the Peak Design Universal Bar Mount.

Best Frame Mount Bag

Wild Man Bike Phone Mount Bag

Requires Specific Case or Adaptor	No
Waterproof	Yes
Rotates	No
Materials	Fabric

The Wild Man Bike Phone Mount Bag is an affordable option if you're looking for a bike phone mount with extra storage. This bag was easier to set up than the RockBros Waterproof Bag because its velcro straps and loops are larger and more conveniently placed. This mount protects your phone from all kinds of weather and is very secure on your bike, even though it jiggles a bit. The bag has enough storage space for extra gear like a wallet, keys, or a snack.

The downside is that the bike bags are sizable and take up most of your top tube. It's hard to stand over the bike while the bag is installed (especially if you're a smaller person on a smaller bike frame). Moreover, the plastic that protects your phone simultaneously makes it more difficult to use. Phone screen glare and decreased touchscreen sensitivity earned this mount a poor score in our Ease of Phone Access metric. Lastly, some users found their phones overheated in the bike bag on hot days. The Wild Man Bag is a good pick if you want a weatherproof bike bag with ample storage. Those who desire better phone access should consider another model like the Peak Design Universal Bar Mount.

Why Trust GearLab

Gearlab's co-founder Chris McNamara bikes everyday and is always testing the latest phone mounts. He uses them on the way to work, to drop off the kids at school, and on 20-200-mile mountain bike rides. In addition, he tests them when picking up groceries, attaching them to shopping carts, and using the treadmill and exercise bike. To date, he has spent nearly 10,000 hours using bike phone mounts.

Analysis and Test Results

We tested all bike mounts across five metrics to help separate some of the close competitors. Below are key variables to consider when choosing a bike phone mount.

What's the Best Value?

Bike phone mounts vary wildly in price. Sometimes you get what you pay for with the super expensive models, but often there is a less expensive option that might be all you need. Remember that some phone mounts require you to buy a case specific to your phone, which can double your overall investment.

The absolute cheapest model we tested, the Deerfun, was actually pretty great and may meet many people's needs, assuming your phone fits and you don't need access to the corners of the screen.

The Lisen was our favorite universal bike mount for under $20. It is gangly and awkward, but solid, durable, and inexpensive.

The sincetop C Gen 2 is the least expensive option that can be quickly removed from the handlebars.

When buying a bike phone mount, remember that the average person upgrades their phone every two to three years. If you buy a phone-specific bike phone mount, you will likely need to upgrade on that cycle as well. This makes the universal bike phone mounts an extra great value.

Ease of Accessing Phone

One of the most important considerations for buying a bike mount is how easy it is to access the phone while on a ride. Every second counts if you want to stop and snap a photo quickly. Phones with locking mechanisms performed the best here. We also considered whether we could tilt the mount to view the phone better while riding and if the screen was fully visible.

Both Peak Design models were the easiest to remove and put back by a pretty big margin. They feature a big “magnetic target” that you only need to get reasonably close to before the phone is “sucked in” and securely locked. The Quad Lock, sincetop, and Rokform Pro mounts were almost as easy to remove but take more time and precision to replace, especially if you are biking. All four require a specific case or universal adaptor to work in their twist-lock mechanisms. These make them more expensive, and buying a new case when you upgrade your phone isn't very pleasant, but the trade-off for ease of use is worth it if you bike regularly.

The Wild Man and RockBros bike bags performed the worst in this metric. While these bags are inexpensive, work with most phones, and have plenty of storage, they make it harder to interact with your phone. The main challenge is touchscreen usability. The plastic sheet may prevent you from accessing your phone's Home button, making it difficult to use. Phone usability is prone to errors and is usually much slower than other devices. It takes a little time to take out your phone when you reach your destination or if you want to take a photo. There is no one-handed operation.

Surprisingly, the Rokform Sport Series did not perform well here either. The velcro strap did not tighten enough to prevent your phone from twisting off the mount. Often, the mount would twist instead of the phone, making it a challenge to remove.

The universal silicone mounts like the Nite Ize Wraptor, Lisen, and the VUP performed in the middle of the pack. Getting your phone on and off is not difficult. It takes a little bit of time and is a two-handed process. This can be a nuisance if you stop to take lots of photos.

Security on Bumpy Terrain

The other metric people care most about across our research is phone security. A phone is a pricey investment that no one wants to see fly off the mount and become lost, cracked, or broken. We assessed how much the phone moved within the mount and also how much the mount moved on the handlebars.

Semi-permanent mounts and bike bags performed best in this metric. The Rokform Pro, sincetop, and Peak Design Out Front topped the pack because they are semi-permanently installed over the bike's steer tube and are less inclined to vibrate or move. These mounts are well-suited to bumpy gravel rides or singletrack. When securely installed, the Peak Design Universal and Quad Lock also performed well on bumpy terrain.

The Wild Man Bag and the RockBros Bag are secure because your phone won't fall out of the closed bag. These bags wouldn't be great for mountain biking because they tend to wiggle a lot and can get in the way of you standing over your bike. If your primary concern is keeping your phone safe from flying out of the mount and you want extra storage, these bags are a good pick.

Surprisingly, the Rokform Sport Series performed relatively poorly because the velcro strap could not be tightened enough to stop the mount from shifting on the bike.

The worst-performing mounts in this metric are the Roam Universal and the Lamicall. These mounts tighten with a screw and thus can easily loosen. Also, these mounts are the clunkiest and most prone to vibrations. These are potential issues because they can cause the mounts to loosen and flip upside down, leading to you losing your phone. We do not recommend these designs if you are riding on bumpy terrain.

Ease of Setup and Transfer

We love a bike phone mount that is easy to set up, with clear instructions and the required tool(s) needed. We timed the setup of each mount to support our field tests to determine which ones were easy and which were a pain.

The easiest mounts to set up are those with velcro or silicone straps, such as the Peak Design Universal Mount, Rokform Sport Series, the Nite Ize Wraptor, and the Deerfun. The Deerfun and Peak Design were incredibly intuitive and took only a few seconds to install. The Nite Ize and Rokform Sport both took only a few seconds longer than the VUP and were equally intuitive to set up. None of these mounts requires tools.

The Rokform Pro Series, Peak Design Out Front, and the Quad Lock are in the middle of the pack because of their semi-permanent installation. Though not difficult, they took a few minutes to install (versus a few seconds for the strap mounts).

The Lamicall and the Roam mounts were the hardest to set up. These mounts have multiple finicky parts that must be adjusted to fit properly. Our testers found these mounts to be the most frustrating to install.

While the bike bags were relatively easy to set up, our testers found that the Wild Man was slightly easier than the RockBros bag because it had bigger, more convenient loops to put the velcro straps through.

Some users enjoy being able to transfer their bike phone mount onto multiple bikes, strollers, treadmills, shopping carts, or cars. Our testers considered how easy the mounts were to transfer and how well they could accommodate different bar sizes and shapes.

The Rokform Sport Series performed best in this metric because of the ease of transferability and the long strap lengths that accommodate the handlebar shapes of strollers, shopping carts, and treadmills. The case or universal adapter that works for the Rokform Sport is compatible with a car mount, but you must purchase it separately. The runner-up in this category was the Nite Ize Wraptor because it's easy to transfer but is slightly less versatile due to a shorter strap length.

The VUP is a good pick for users who want to transfer their mount to multiple bikes or strollers. Though easy to transfer, its versatility is more limited due to the shorter strap lengths.

Phone Protection

Our testers considered that some people are dedicated enough to ride their bikes in the rain, sun, dust, and snow - and want to keep their phones protected from the elements while doing so.

The bike bags scored very well in this metric because your phone is fully enclosed in water-resistant material. However, the drawbacks of the WildMan and RockBros bags are that they reduce touchscreen usability and could cause your phone to overheat on warm rides.

Most other mounts alone provide no weather protection, so their protection performance will depend on the user's phone case. We recommend a waterproof, shock-proof case in these mounts if weather protection is a concern. The Nite Ize Wraptor mount can fit a wider variety of phones than the other universal mounts.

To use semi-permanent mounts like the Rokform Sport, Rokform Pro, and Quad Lock, you need either a specific case or a universal adaptor to twist-lock onto the mounts. We recommend buying the universal adaptor for these mounts and putting it on a weatherproof case for your phone.

Note that mounts that come with universal adapters like Quad Lock and sincetop allow you to choose very burly cases to attach to. That said, we found that many cases did not stick well to the adhesive. You have to select your case carefully.

Conclusion

Bike phone mounts are useful if you want to track your ride, listen to music, use navigation, or have your phone readily accessible for photos or phone calls. If you have the money and ride your bike often, the locking-style mounts are the way to go. However, they take some fidgeting and need to be changed every time you switch bikes. The universal bar mounts are more than adequate for many people's needs. They are inexpensive, fast to install, lightweight, and low profile. If you store things on your bike, the bike bags can be handy, but don't count on great touchscreen functionality. Whatever your needs, this comprehensive review will make your decision easier so you can get out on the road or trail.

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