When looking for a phone mount for a commercial truck, three things come to mind: will this hold up? (Is it heavy-duty?), will it dampen vibration?, and will it keep my phone charged. In this article, we go through iBOLT's Top Suggestions for Phone Mounts for Commerical Truck Drivers. Each iBOLT Mount is designed with these concerns in mind and we are always adapting to new heavy-duty environments.
#1. The iBOLT Lock’n Dock Dynamount- Locking Drill base mount for phones
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This iBOLT phone mount is the latest to join the iBOLT Family and is the most unique on the market. This solution offers 3 different adjustment points with the security of a locking phone holder. The Lock’n Dock Dynamount features an industry-standard metal 4-hole Metal AMPS plate and a 1 inch/ 25mm / B Size ball joint. To add extra security, all removable knobs can be replaced with the included security hardware which requires a Hex key to adjust. The Universal design makes this compatible with phones from 2.25” to 3.75” wide and 8.8” to 7.25” tall, including popular phone models such as the iPhone 13 Max, Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, and the Samsung Note series.
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#2. The iBOLT xProDock Bizmount- Suction Cup Mount for phones
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The iBOLT xProDock Bizmount is our most popular heavy-duty phone mounting solution and is available in a USB-C and MicroUSB version. This kit features iBOLT’s “Sticky Suction” Base which is washable and reusable, and an industry-standard 1 inch/ 25mm / B Size ball joint. The dual ball adjustable makes this the perfect mount for attaching to your windshield or dashboard without extra vibration and still get optimal viewing positions. The xProDock holder is an iBOLT favorite with its convenient spring-loaded latch that fits phones from 2.59" (66mm) to 3.7" (94mm) wide and unlimited height. |
#3 The iBOLT iPro2 Bizmount- Suction Cup Mount for iPhones
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Got an iPhone? Well, this is the solution for you. Featuring a 2m MFI (Made for iPhone) approved lightning cable, this dock is perfect for not only charging your phone but also syncing your phone to Apple CarPlay or any other data transfer. The iPro2 Bizmount makes it easy to simply dock your phone and drive without having to worry about plugging anything in. The dual ball adjustable makes this the perfect mount for attaching to your windshield or dashboard without extra vibration and still getting optimal viewing positions. The iPro2 Phone Holder can be adjusted to fit any size iPhone from the mini-series to the iPhone Max/ Plus series. |
#4 The iBOLT xProDock Bizmount AMPS- Drill base mount for phones
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The iBOLT xProDock AMPS is a drill base mount that features an industry-standard composite 4-hole Metal AMPS plate and a 1 inch/ 25mm / B Size ball joint. This solution is great for installing directly onto any flat surface such as a dashboard, wall, or table. The 4- Hole AMPS plate consists of four (4) holes located in a rectangular pattern spaced at 1.181” x 1.496” (30mm by 38mm) and is compatible with AMPS pattern vehicle-specific brackets and equipment plates. |
#5 The iBOLT xProDock Bizmount Console- Cupholder mount for phones
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The iBOLT xProDock Bizmount console is a heavy-duty cup holder mount that will fit small to extra large cup holders. This mount is perfect for those who do not want any permanent mounting solution or those who want the freedom to take their mount from vehicle to vehicle. The cupholder base easily adjusts with a turning motion from 2.5” to 3.5” in diameter. With the spring-loaded xProdock phone holder, it makes it easy to insert your phone with a one-handed motion. Once in the holder, you can rotate your phone to horizontal or vertical positions for optimal views of ELD/E-Log applications, GPS, phone notifications (without distracting you), and more. |
In a heavy-duty environment such as a cab of a Semi-truck, it is important to know that your mount with withstand the toughest of challenges and won’t fail while in use. At iBOLT, we back all of our products with a 2-year warranty and design and test our products with these environments as the focus. We look into how we can keep your phone charged without inconveniencing the user every time they use our mount. We know that it’s important to keep your device safe and continue to add secure solutions to the iBOLT Family.
The mounting solutions we recommend for Truck drivers are based on our own testing experience and from the voice and feedback from our customers. We greatly appreciate your feedback and as a modular mounting company, we will continue to add new features that will meet those needs and expectations we have earned from our community.
