Quick Answer

Choose the Steelie Orbiter Plus Cup Holder Kit if you want easy reach and a secure hold without windshield clutter; pick the Windshield Kit for the clearest sightline and a mount that stays out of your way.

Why Mount Location Matters

Where you place your phone in the car affects both visibility and convenience. A cup holder mount keeps the phone low and close to the console, while a windshield mount puts it at eye level. Each has trade-offs in reach, sightline, and installation.

Both kits use a strong Steelie magnet and are MagSafe compatible, so they work with MagSafe iPhones. The key difference is the mounting point and the arm design.

Trade-Offs to Consider

The Cup Holder Kit uses a bendable arm with a universal cup holder mount. It is easy to install and keeps the phone within reach, but it may block a cup holder and the phone sits lower, which can be less ideal for navigation.

The Windshield Kit uses patented suction for a secure hold on the windshield. It offers a clear sightline but requires a flat, clean surface and may be less accessible for quick taps.

Cup Holder vs Windshield: How to Decide

  • Reach vs. Sightline: If you frequently tap your phone for music or calls, the Cup Holder Kit keeps it within arm's reach. If you rely on GPS directions, the Windshield Kit keeps your eyes closer to the road.
  • Installation and Adjustability: The Cup Holder Kit's bendable arm allows flexible positioning, but it occupies a cup holder. The Windshield Kit requires a clean, flat windshield surface and offers less adjustment once mounted. Check your windshield for a flat area before choosing the Windshield Kit.
  • Clutter and Appearance: The Cup Holder Kit keeps the windshield clear and looks tidy, while the Windshield Kit adds a visible mount on the glass. Choose based on your preference for a clean windshield or a clear dash.

Product Facts

  • Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Cup Holder Kit: Instantly mount your iPhone from your cup holder with this MagSafe compatible kit, featuring a strong Steelie magnet attached to a bendable arm with a universal cup holder mount. The bendable arm lets you adjust the phone to a comfortable viewing angle while keeping it within easy reach.

    Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Cup Holder Kit

    Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Cup Holder Kit

  • Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Windshield Kit: This MagSafe compatible kit enables you to mount your MagSafe iPhone onto your windshield for secure hands-free viewing, providing patented suction and strong magnetic hold. Patented suction ensures the mount stays put on the windshield, giving you a clear sightline without dashboard clutter.

    Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Windshield Kit

    Steelie® Orbiter® Plus Windshield Kit

Which Steelie Mount Fits You?

Best for

  • Drivers who want easy access to their phone while driving
  • People who prefer not to block their windshield view

Not for

  • Drivers who need a clear sightline for GPS navigation
  • Vehicles with limited cup holder space