SKS Smartgrip review: An affordable universal mount for any smartphone
Matthias Borchers
· 24.07.2026
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Not every smartphone holder relies on special cases or special fastenings. The SKS Smartgrip takes a classic approach with side clamping arms that can secure smartphones of any shape or size. Priced at €24.99, it is the cheapest mount in our comparison test of six models and is therefore particularly aimed at price-conscious cyclists.
The affordable all-rounder for bargain hunters
If you mainly use your smartphone for navigation or tracking your workouts, you don’t necessarily have to spend a lot of money on a handlebar mount. Priced at just 24.99 euros, the SKS Smartgrip the most affordable model in the test. As a universal holder, it does not require special smartphone cases, relying instead on side clamps that can accommodate devices of different sizes.
The mount can be fitted to handlebars with diameters ranging from 20.5 to 35 millimetres, covering a wide range of applications from classic round handlebars to modern cockpits. The smartphone holder accommodates both portrait and landscape orientations. However, to secure the phone, both side clamps must be operated with both hands. This works reliably, but is less convenient than with some competitors. Depending on the smartphone model, the clamping arms may also partially cover the side control buttons.
Whilst riding, the clamps ensure a secure hold by fixing the smartphone at specific points on the sides. However, the overall rather bulky design looks a bit clunky, particularly on modern aero handlebars. Weighing 160 grams, the Smartgrip is also one of the heavier mounts in this comparison. However, for those who are primarily price-conscious and are looking for a universal solution, this offers a functional and straightforward option without high additional costs.
The SKS Smartgrab 360
| Price | €24.99 >> available here |
| Compatibility / Features | Compatible with all standard smartphones; rotates 360°; angle-adjustable; for handlebars with a diameter of 20.5 to 35 mm; rubber inserts |
| Dimensions / Weight | 107 × 95 × 40 millimetres / 160 grams |
| Holding (30%) | 2.5 |
| Handling (30%) | 2.5 |
| Assembly (20 per cent) | 2.0 |
| Weight / Workmanship (20%) | 2.5 |
| Overall BIKE rating | 2.4 |
Here is our test conclusion
The SKS Smartgrab 360 is bulky and relatively heavy, but impresses with its solid build and high-quality materials. The scissor mechanism with self-closing clamps grips the smartphone automatically, but requires both hands to operate. Because the clamps grip the smartphone from the sides across a wide area, not all control buttons remain accessible; a protective case for the mobile phone is recommended. The clamp mount accommodates handlebar diameters between 20.5 and 35 millimetres, and supports both portrait and landscape orientations. The smartphone wobbles slightly on uneven terrain. The most affordable mount in the test.
Matthias Borchers
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