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Magnetic Phone Mount For Mini 3Rd Gen Models - The Ultimate CravenSpeed Gemini Solution Review

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Revainrating 4 out of 5  
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Details

BrandCravenSpeed
ColorMagnet
Compatible DevicesSmartphones
Compatible Phone ModelsiPhone, Apple, All smartphones, Samsung, Android
Mounting TypeDashboard

Description of Magnetic Phone Mount For Mini 3Rd Gen Models - The Ultimate CravenSpeed Gemini Solution

Hands free phone and device mount. Securely holds your phone in the perfect position. Attaches solidly to your MINI without damaging it. Designed to fit 3rd Generation MINIs, ***not compatible with digital gauge clusters***

Reviews

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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Finally a Way to Put a Phone in Your Mini!

So, if you have a Mini, you know your options for phone holders is a case of "do I want this crap, or that crap?" Well, CravenSpeed pretty well solved that issue with this nice, sturdy phone mount. I got the magnetic option, as I am already a fan of that style mount, and this one is very secure, your phone will not go flying off anywhere. A warning, you do take your gauges off in order to install the mount, which is fine, and this is one of the reasons the mount is so great, as it is truly…

Pros
  • GPS, Finders & Accessories
Cons
  • Not suitable for use with phone cases

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Looks like factory and strong.

Looked for a phone holder for my new mini that looked like factory, This is it. Its made from a light weight metal and fits in nice behind gauges. Took me about 10 minutes. I have the S8+ in a otterbox commuter case. So when I used the magnetic mount the phone will try and move to landscape as the round magnet won't quite hold tight. Have a different phone holder with a square magnet it works fine. The clip type holder is great, very easy to install and remove phone. No twisting or slipping…

Pros
  • GPS System Accessories
Cons
  • The mount may obstruct some vehicle controls

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Sturdy and simple product

This is lightyears better than trying to do a vent mount in mount in my 2018 JCW. I wish the arm was just a tad bit longer, as when the phone is vertical it is obscured by the steering wheel, but it’s nice to be able to adjust the arm to allow for a phone to be horizontal, especially when using maps.I was able to add a MagSafe charger mount that fit the ball mount perfectly. Along with an Apple MagSafe case everything is super sturdy. Major plus for me being able to touch and go while still…

Pros
  • Sturdy and works well. The screws were too long. Added nylon bushings to compensate.
Cons
  • You can hardly see your phone with the steering wheel in the way. Waste of money.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very well made on my review.

Craven Speed just makes great products. That’s it. They cost a bit more but you definitely get what you pay for. I will be ordering more from them.

Pros
  • Electronics
Cons
  • Magnet may interfere with certain phone features, such as wireless charging

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Not as sturdy as I would’ve hoped…

The rubber mount spins on the magnet. Seems like it defeats the purpose of it… I’m constantly adjusting my phone while driving to trying to use it for Waze.

Pros
  • Unlike with air vent or suction cup mounts, the mount won't block your car's air conditioning vents
Cons
  • May not work with some phone models that have curved backs

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Looking for a phone mount for your Mini? Stop looking!

Great mount, super steardy yet easy to handle. Really strong magnets holds the phone in place without sliding even on really bumpy roads. Totally worth the higher price compared to other alternatives. Not to hard to install even for someone unhandy as I am. Shipping was just over a week to Sweden(!).My Mini loves it too ^_^

Pros
  • It's a simple and effective solution for keeping your phone accessible while driving
Cons
  • The magnet may cause damage to electronics within the phone

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great quality. best in my review

Item arrived just as described. Item feels like it’s built very well. The only thing you’ll have to do is to tighten the joint bolts which is nice of them not to do because it would of been a pain in the but while installing if everything was already tightened down.

Pros
  • Compatible with a wide range of Mini 3rd Gen models, ensuring a perfect fit for your vehicle
Cons
  • May require additional purchase of a phone case with magnetic properties

Revainrating 4 out of 5

A must have for Mini owners.

Easy to install. Very stable mount for your phone. Only thing I would change is the arm. It could be about one inch longer if you have a larger phone to make it more visible around the steering wheel. If they come out with a replacement arm, that would be great.

Pros
  • The mount can be easily removed when it's not needed, leaving no trace behind
Cons
  • Not suitable for use with some phone brands

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Must Remove Speedometer - Update after 6 months, Don't buy

At first glance this appears to be an easy install; remove three screws, install bracket and three new screws. This is not the case. It is near impossible to install with the speedometer attached as there is no space behind it to insert a tool. I have a lot of miniature tools and didn't have what's needed to install the bracket this way. Without instructions to guide, I looked carefully at the speedometer and notice two torx screws beneath the unit. I took a chance and removed these two-torx…

Pros
  • Hands free phone and device mount
Cons
  • Could potentially scratch or damage phone surface

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great phone mount, even greater customer service

Had an issue installing the phone mount, left a v/m for CravenSpeed and received a call back from CravenSpeed Support. They were very helpful. It turned out to be "operator error" as I needed to tighten the three mounting screws a bit more than I did. That solved my issue and the mount works great - both horizontal or vertical.

Pros
  • It gives your phone a secure and stable platform for video conferencing while parked
Cons
  • Limitations on phone placement may interfere with phone charging cords

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Excellent product!: my feedback

Great design, my phone (iPhone 8s+) holds very secure! Love how low profile it is when your phone isn’t on it as well.My car is a 2017 Mini Cooper 3 door & this is by far the best solution for holding a phone.Easy install & great customer service as well!

Pros
  • The mount's versatile design allows it to be used for other purposes, like holding your phone while you work or watch movies
Cons
  • The mount may impact the resale value of the vehicle

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great phone mount, albeit an expensive one.

Great item and a must have for the MINI and I would buy this again. However it’s expensive for a phone mount and the arm wasn’t quite as long as I would of liked, so I ended up buying a $20 extension.

Pros
  • Attaches solidly to your MINI without damaging it
Cons
  • May not be effective in extremely hot or cold temperatures

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Expensive but good quality.

Significantly more expensive than plastic mounts but seems sturdy. Holds the phone securely and looks like original equipment. I expect it'll hold up well.

Pros
  • Love the look. Love how easily it works. Love it 👍
Cons
  • Limited compatibility with non-Mini 3rd gen models

Just what my client was looking for. His Mini Cooper had a OEM type phone holder in it and it didn’t work with his phone with a cover. This was a perfect solution and worked out great!

Pros
  • The mount reduces the likelihood of accidents caused by distracted driving, keeping you and your passengers safe
Cons
  • The mount may attract and hold debris and dust

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Very secure phone mount.

Installation is more complex than just unpeeling adhesive and sticking it on the dash. That being said, it’s not difficult. The instructions on the Cravenspeed website were very easy to follow. Would have given 5stars for easy to install if there wasn’t an issue with the screws that were sent with the mount. I was able to use just 2 screws and have reached out to them for a replacement for the 3rd. It’s otherwise a quality product and the phone fits snuggly and securely in the scissor mount.

Pros
  • No more fumbling around for your phone while driving – it stays within reach at all times
Cons
  • May not work well with phones with larger battery packs

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Impossible to install

No instructions are included on how to install. It's impossible to remove the screws already in the dash in order it install this.

Pros
  • Allows you to easily and safely access GPS navigation while driving
Cons
  • May not hold phones with pop sockets or other phone accessories

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Best mount yet for MINIs.

I've been seeing these mentioned favorably by other MINIacs for years but we've mostly been using ProClip mounts in our MINIs (we're on #s 5 & 6). However, for my current F57S I wasn't fond of their mounting option and decided to give the CravenSpeed Gemini a try. Very pleased with my decision, mounting directions were very clear and only took about 1/2 hour to complete. Really like where it positions my iPhone XR and that it's really easy to rotate the phone from portrait to landscape mode.

Pros
  • Easy installation process won't cause damage to your car's interior or require professional assistance
Cons
  • Limited adjustability options for phone positioning

Have just installed the product in my Mini Cooper JCW F56 2018.Pros: The detail itself is very solid, metal with good screws, could be adjusted in many positions for your particular smartphone or device.Cons: The magnet. Guys, are you kidding? This round piece of s.t can magnet a light coin but not a heavy smartphone! It doesn’t hold anything - I have a few phones, Iphone X, Honor & Huawei - all devices can’t hold properly on this magnet, especially in horizontal position!Fortunately enough, I…

Pros
  • The mount is compatible with most wireless chargers, making it convenient to have in your home or office as well
Cons
  • May not be suitable for use with phones with glass backs

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great product! for my opinion

Purchased for my 2015 Cooper S (f56). Product fits perfectly and is very easy to install. The mount arm feels very secure, is easy to adjust, and works perfectly for my iPhone 8+.

Pros
  • Perfect for long road trips when you need your phone for frequent communication or entertainment
Cons
  • Magnet may cause interference with pacemakers or other medical devices

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Disappointed on my review.

DO NOT GET THE MAGNETIC ONE! The magnet part just finished coming off from the arm holder for me, 32 days from purchase. So very disappointed in this product! The circular magnet rotates freely, so you cannot put your phone in the horizontal position at all. It didn’t start that way… it was tight, but not any more. Try your chances with the other model.

Pros
  • Provides quick, one-handed access to your phone for calls and music control
Cons
  • Magnetic force may be weakened by car vibration