Quick answer

The Steelie Original Dash Kit offers the lowest-profile magnetic hold at a lower price, while the Orbiter and Orbiter Plus add 360° rotation and MagSafe compatibility for easier one-handed use.

Magnetic hold and phone compatibility

The Steelie Original Dash Kit uses a slim metal plate that adheres to your phone or case, creating a strong magnetic connection with the dash mount. This works with any phone, but you need to attach the plate first.

The Orbiter Dash Kit also uses a metal plate, but adds a smooth 360° rotation mechanism that lets you switch between portrait and landscape without repositioning the mount. It keeps your phone magnet-free.

The Orbiter Plus Dash Kit is designed for MagSafe iPhones, so no plate is needed if your phone has MagSafe. It provides a secure magnetic hold and the same 360° rotation, making it the most convenient option for recent iPhone users.

Price and value trade-off

The Steelie Original Dash Kit is the most affordable at $24.37, making it a solid choice if you want reliable magnetic mounting without extra features.

The Orbiter Dash Kit costs $25.12, only slightly more, but gives you the rotation benefit. If you frequently change phone orientation while driving, the small price difference is worth it.

The Orbiter Plus Dash Kit is $34.49, the most expensive. You pay for MagSafe compatibility and a more refined experience. If you don't have a MagSafe iPhone, the Orbiter kit offers similar rotation at a lower price.

Trade-offs at a glance

  • Steelie Original Dash Kit: Lowest price ($24.37), works with any phone via adhesive metal plate, but no rotation mechanism.
  • Orbiter Dash Kit: Slightly higher price ($25.12), adds 360° rotation, still uses a metal plate for universal phone compatibility. Best value if you want rotation without needing MagSafe.
  • Orbiter Plus Dash Kit: Highest price ($34.49), MagSafe compatible, no plate needed for MagSafe iPhones, includes 360° rotation. Most convenient for MagSafe users, but overkill for non-MagSafe phones.

Product details at a glance

  • Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Dash Kit: This Apple MagSafe compatible dash kit allows you to mount and secure your MagSafe iPhone onto your car dash for hands-free viewing, providing a secure magnetic hold with smooth 360º rotation. If you own a MagSafe iPhone, this kit eliminates the need for an adhesive plate, giving you a clean and quick mount experience.

    Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Dash Kit

    Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Dash Kit

  • Steelie® Orbiter® Dash Kit: This low-profile magnetic mounting system allows you to easily attach, detach, and rotate your phone while keeping it magnet-free, featuring a slim metal phone plate to create a secure magnetic connection. The slim metal plate works with any phone or case, and the 360° rotation makes it easy to switch views without fumbling.

    Steelie® Orbiter® Dash Kit

    Steelie® Orbiter® Dash Kit

  • Steelie® Original Dash Kit: Dock your phone to your dashboard using patented Steelie magnetic mounting technology, featuring an adhesive-backed Magnetic Phone Socket and Dash Mount for secure hold and adjustable viewing. This is the most budget-friendly option that still provides a reliable magnetic hold, though it lacks rotation and MagSafe-specific features.

Which kit should you choose?

Best for

  • Budget-conscious users who want a simple magnetic mount and don't need rotation: Steelie Original Dash Kit.
  • Users who want rotation and have a non-MagSafe phone or case: Orbiter Dash Kit.
  • MagSafe iPhone owners who want the most seamless mounting experience: Orbiter Plus Dash Kit.

Not ideal for

  • MagSafe iPhone users who dislike adhesive plates: Steelie Original and Orbiter Dash Kits require a metal plate.