The ability to easily and quickly mount your smartphone to your bike for hands-free navigation or tracking rides can be really useful, particularly when riding in busy city traffic or hopping off public transport on your commute.
The best bike phone mount helps to keep your device in view for checking routes, traffic, ride stats or any safety alerts. For advice on making cycling around town more enjoyable, check out our top tips.
While most cyclists probably rely on one of the best cycling computers when logging long outdoor rides or for racing, a good phone mount is a useful thing to have, even if you don’t use it on every ride.
It’s also useful indoors, for example, to follow a workout on a smart trainer using one of the best indoor cycling apps.
Best Bike Phone Mounts
➕ Magnetic mounting and 360-degree rotation
➕ Same case works with a range of mounts
➖ No phone angle adjustment
The Fidlock Vacuum bar mount and case takes my top spot overall. The round mount is magnetic and attaches to your bars with two hex screws. It works with the brand’s stylish magnetic phone case, which I ended up leaving on my phone. The mount snaps into place with a reassuring hold while allowing 360-degree phone movement from the mount. A simple push of a button then releases the case. It won’t work with aero handlebars, but Fidlock does offer a stem-mounted alternative. There’s also the option to use the same case with Fidlock’s car mount, which is useful.
➕ Solid mount and connection
➕ Camera and Light mount adaptors available
➖ The case mount doesn't look as neat as the Fidlock
Another great option is the Quad Lock Out Front Mount, which attaches to round handlebars measuring 22 to 31.8mm using a 3mm hex key, and is similar in design to a cycling computer mount. I tested it with my iPhone, though the mount design stays the same regardless of the phone you use, and I paired it with the Quad Lock phone case, which held my phone very securely during testing. There is a blue plastic lever on the mount to release your phone when needed.
➕ Super stylish design will suit a range of bikes
➕ Blends into handlebars and looks neat
➖ Mounting a phone takes a bit of practice
Made from CNC machined Zinc, the Loop Mount is a really stylish option for round handlebars that doesn't take up too much cockpit space. The spring-loaded jaws on the top of the mount pull apart and then clamp down securely around your phone. The mount also rotates 360 degrees with a movement that feels solid and sturdy. If you want a quality mount that doesn't look out of place on your handlebars, then I recommend checking out one of these.
➕ Affordable price
➕ Very quick to mount
➖ Hold isn't as solid as some other mounts
If you're after a cheaper phone mount, the DeerFun bicycle phone holder is a good budget option that works with 4 to 6.7-inch smartphones. It attaches via a sturdy rubber strap that has a good amount of stretch, and the silicone case then hooks over the four corners of your phone. The mount also rotates 360 degrees, which is useful. It isn't as sturdy as something like the Quad Lock, so I probably wouldn't use it for off-road riding, but for everything else, it's a great option that won't break the bank.
➕ Small and lightweight
➕ Fits a range of stems
➖ If an O-ring breaks, your phone may get damaged
To free up some space on your handlebars, or if you want a really small phone mount, the Quad Lock stem mount is a nice option. It uses the same case-based system as the out front mount, but attaches, as the name suggests, to your stem, using rubber O-rings. The base is curved, and the mount works with aero and integrated stems, which is handy.
➕ Good wet-weather protection
➕ Touch screen not affected
➖ O-rings could fail over time
If you want to keep your phone protected while riding outside in all weathers, the Zefal Z Console Dry is worth a look. The waterproof roll-top bag fastens with strong Velcro, and the mount attaches to your handlebar or stem using an O-ring system. It comes in two sizes to ensure a good fit for your phone. To test it out, I held my iPhone in the case under a running tap, and it stayed completely dry inside. Even with the clear plastic screen soaked, I could still use the touchscreen easily.
➕ Easy to adjust the phone angles
➕ Phone case has integrated stand
➖ Plastic loop mount feels slightly basic
The Topeak Ridecase and Ridecase mount offer the most adjustability by far, made up of a sturdy phone mount with a fold-out stand - handy for watching bike races - plus a handlebar mount for round bars. The phone case then slides onto the mount using moulded channels. There's plenty of angle adjustment, meaning you can tilt your phone upward to see maps or workouts a little easier - something I have found especially useful when using my phone on the smart trainer for workouts.
➕ Affordable price
➕ Fits a range of phones
➖ Minimal adjustability
Another budget option that is less than half the cost of some options here is the Triban cycling smartphone mount (now listed as Rockrider on Decathlon’s website). It mounts to handlebars or stems using rubber O-rings and can be used with phones up to 9cm wide. A threaded metal rod screws in or out to tighten the case down, holding a phone securely. It's slightly less refined than something like the Quad Lock but if you're looking for a mount to use occasionally, it may be perfect.
➕ Stylish and clever design
➕ Blends in well
➖ Adds a bit of stack height
The Loop Micro Mount is a solid option if you don't want a large phone mount taking up space on your handlebars. It replaces your headset top cap and comes with a replacement bolt. It's slightly larger than a standard top cap, but the design is really neat. The spring-loaded jaws open up just like the classic Loop Mount, holding your phone securely. This is an excellent option for a semi-permanent mount that blends in well.
Last updated on 23rd of January 2026
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Everything you need to know about the best bike phone mounts
What bike phone mount will fit my bike?
All of these mounts will do a great job if you're trying to mount your phone to your bike. All are functional and do what they say on the tin. Where things start getting slightly more complicated is if you're trying to mount a phone to a particularly unusual-shaped handlebar or stem.
If you are working with a standard round handlebar or stem then your choices will be easy: find a mount that is compatible with your smartphone; all manufacturers will list compatibility on their websites so make sure to check and off you go.
The Deerfun and Triban mounts are the most affordable in the guide. If you're interested in a phone mount but aren't sure if it's going to work for you, I'd suggest trying one of these before you go for something more premium like the Fidlock or Loop mounts.
If you're working with an aggressive aero bar or an unusual shape, then something that uses O-rings may be your best bet to accommodate the different sizing. This brings you back round to the argument that it's perhaps best to stick with a regular cycling computer mount, but the choice is yours.
Are magnetic phone mounts safe?
The magnetic phone holders in this guide are really solid. I have been able to pick the front end of my bike up by my phone when it's magnetically mounted. I haven't had any qualms about the strength they offer.
Magnets do lose their potency but it's going to be best to double-check that your phone is properly attached before you start riding outdoors.
Should I use a bike computer or my phone?
It's up to you. Most cyclists do use the best bike computers over their phones, though phones can in fact do much of what a cycling-specific computer can with the right apps loaded. Bike computers look cleaner and offer marginally better aerodynamics. If you do happen to crash you will also run a higher risk of damaging or destroying your phone if it's mounted to your handlebars.
Where do cyclists put their phone?
When riding, most cyclists keep their phones in the rear pocket of their cycling jersey or more recently in cargo pockets on shorts.
Since most performance road riders will be using a cycling computer the majority of the time, the phone tends to get carried until it's needed.
There aren't any hard and fast rules, and if you prefer to use your phone's larger screen to navigate or track ride metrics then go for it, or try both out and see what works for you.
Is it safe to mount my phone on my bike?
Yes, it is safe to mount your phone on your bike and ride with it. However, like most things, using a degree of common sense and planning is going to stand you in good stead. If you like to ride on the road most of the time, nearly all the mounts in this guide will suit you. If you like to ride your gravel or MTB down the roughest local trails then be sure to test your mount of choice and make sure you are happy with its hold on your own device. It's also worth checking your phone and its mount are attached securely and correctly each time you go for a ride and be sure to follow the manufacturer's installation instructions.
It's probably also worth adding that using your phone to watch videos or video call whilst cycling is not recommended and could result in a serious injury. Adopting the same rules we adhere to regarding phone use whilst driving is advisable.
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When putting together this guide, I researched all of the phone mounts featured, speaking with manufacturers where applicable with any questions I had. For example, after getting in touch with Loop about their mounts. I learnt they are manufactured from Zinc as they say it's well suited to the application and is still lightweight for the strength that it offers.
I inspected all of the mounts out of the box, took pictures of them and mounted them on several different pairs of handlebars and stems. I rode with them indoors and outdoors and used my own iPhone 13 Mini when testing them.
