Clever car mounts to keep your hands off your phone and your eyes on the road

Look, we get it, having your phone with you while you're driving can be essential to helping you navigate. But if you can't keep your eyes on the road, that's a major problem.

If you've been looking for the right phone mount to hoist up in your car, then fret not, as we've done the work and rounded up a bunch of options.

All car mounts must adhere to road safety regulations, and specific rules vary between states and territories; check before purchase. It is a legal requirement to ensure your car mount is securely affixed to the vehicle; it doesn't obstruct your view of the road or mirrors, and it is not placed on or near airbag deployment panels.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at the time of publishing.

Kogan Qi2 15W MagSafe Compatible Wireless Car Charger

Now $27.99

If you're after a budget-friendly option to house your phone on your dashboard, the Kogan phone mount is a great option. It uses Qi2 certification to snap to any MagSafe-compatible phone or case and deliver 15W charging while you drive around. The mount itself will snap onto any car vent, and the integrated RBG lighting helps you find it in the dark.

ESR Qi2 MagSafe Car Mount Charger

Was $49

The ESR Car mount offers a simple solution to the question of which one to buy. It offers 15W MagSafe-compatible charging and an easy design that allows you to clip it onto your car's dashboard or vent. Plus, you can score a deal on it and save 20 per cent off right now.

Quad Lock Vent Car Mount

Now $49.99

If you're someone who likes to adventure, you'll likely already know about the Quad Lock. You can buy phone cases that'll slot securely into any Quad Lock mount or lock, and that's the same for the vent car mount. It uses a clever hook mechanism that's easy to click into place and allows for 360-degree rotation of your phone, so you can put it in portrait or landscape mode.

Quad Lock Adhesive Dash/Console Car Mount

Now $39.99

If you'd prefer something to mount directly onto your console, the Quad Lock Adhesive Dash Console Mount is another great option. It features the same Quad Lock adapter and uses a heavy-duty adhesive to create a flexible base that you can stick to flat and slightly curved surfaces.

Belkin MagSafe Vent Mount Pro

Now $60.58

If you're someone who's after a car mount for your iPhone and want a clean car mount to hoist your phone on, the Belkin MagSafe Vent Mount Pro is a great option. It features MagSage to snap your phone into perfect alignment, and has a sturdy, rubber clip that'll keep the mount anchored to your car vent.

iOttie Easy One Touch

Shop for $49.99

If you're after a car mount that'll simply hold your phone, then the iOttie Easy One Touch 5 is a good choice. It has a telescopic arm that extends up to 17 centimetres, so you can bring your maps closer to your line of sight, plus it has a strong suction cup to stick to your dash.

Baseus C02 Magnetic Car Phone Mount

As low as $42.99

If durability is your priority, the Baseus phone mount offers a titanium memory alloy that looks sleek in any car. It also offers 15W smart charging with MagSafe compatibility and a full 360-degree rotational design.

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