Best Smartphone Gimbal for 2025: Stability, Features, and Performance Insights

Is Purchasing a Smartphone Gimbal Really Necessary?

With the current features of smartphones, you may wonder if purchasing a smartphone gimbal is really necessary. Well, our answer is a solid yes. While smartphones have a stabilizing feature that reduces shakiness in videos and photos, it does not completely eliminate it. On the other hand, smartphone gimbals eliminate shaky footage, enabling smooth, cinematic shots. To top it off, they promote one-handed operation—simply attach your smartphone to the clamp and get ready for professional-looking results on a small budget!

Why Investing in a Smartphone Gimbal Is Worth It

As a user-oriented brand committed to providing you with a simple, functional, and innovative smartphone gimbal, Hohem has conducted extensive research to understand the market. We recognize that many smartphone gimbals in the $159–$299 range offer similar functions, which naturally raises the question: "If they have similar features, why are they priced differently?" Yes, it can feel overwhelming. That’s why Hohem is here to simplify your decision-making process—ensuring you get a high-quality, value-for-money smartphone gimbal that fits your budget. You don’t have to worry—Hohem has you covered!

As you go through this article, keep in mind that all gimbals are designed to eliminate shaky footage and provide professional-grade stabilization. However, for everyday use, we believe a lightweight, easy-to-use gimbal makes all the difference!

Essential Features Every Best Smartphone Gimbal Must Have

3-Axis Stabilization

You may already be familiar with tilt, pan, and roll camera movements. A pan occurs when the camera pivots left or right horizontally, while a tilt refers to the camera moving up or down vertically. Finally, a roll shot involves the camera rotating. With all these movements in play, the 3-axis stabilization feature compensates for unwanted motion across these rotational planes simultaneously, resulting in smooth, professional-quality footage even in dynamic conditions.

At Hohem, we believe that every best smartphone gimbal should have 3-axis stabilization as a standard feature. However, we also want to empower our customers with the right knowledge—it’s always a good idea to check the product specifications carefully to ensure that 3-axis stabilization is explicitly mentioned. After all, we want you to make informed choices and avoid falling for misleading claims!

Easy Smartphone Mounting

As mentioned, purchasing a smartphone gimbal promotes one-handed operation. This emphasizes the need for a secure and quick-release mounting mechanism. Imagine your smartphone dropping in the middle of a shoot—sounds frustrating, right? Many users overlook the importance of a quick-release system, but at Hohem, we prioritize both security and efficiency.

A quick-release plate and L-bracket enable seamless transitions between landscape and portrait modes. Fortunately, all Hohem smartphone gimbals include both features! With a simple 90° rotation of your phone using the L-bracket, you can instantly switch to vertical shooting mode.

Intuitive Controls

To ensure seamless one-handed operation, we believe it’s essential to have user-friendly controls for power, mode selection, and zoom. That’s why Hohem keeps it simple—one button to power on or off, another button to switch between different modes, and a rotary button to precisely adjust zoom levels. With just three intuitive buttons, Hohem stays true to our commitment to a user-oriented design, making professional-level filming effortless.

We’re especially proud of the Hohem iSteady M7, which features a detachable touchscreen remote that lets you track and focus on movements with just a simple double tap. And did we mention the intuitive app packed with diverse shooting templates? It streamlines creativity, saving you hours of behind-the-scenes editing—so you can focus on capturing the perfect shot!

Compact and Portable Design

As the name “on-the-go” suggests, portability is key. As a creator, we understand how important it is to radiate positive energy and vibes through your footage. Now, imagine watching a content creator struggling to keep up their smile and energy because of a heavy gimbal—that wouldn’t be fair to you or your audience! This is why choosing a lightweight, portable smartphone gimbal is essential.

For your information, smartphone gimbals on the market typically range from 150g to 800g. Yes, there’s a wide variety of gimbals with different weights because comfort is subjective. Additionally, the battery size built into the smartphone gimbal directly affects its weight.

Battery Life Considerations

The typical battery life of smartphone gimbals on the market ranges from 4 to 12 hours. However, we are proud and confident to say that the Hohem iSteady V3 and iSteady M7 offer an impressive 13 and 12 hours of battery life, respectively. Yes! We’ve made breakthroughs because we truly understand the importance of seamlessly integrating technology to help you capture every moment.

Of course, actual battery life depends on usage—frequent use of AI tracking or fill lights will deplete the battery at a faster rate.

Choosing the Best Smartphone Gimbal – Key Checklist

Here’s a quick checklist to help you choose the best smartphone gimbal for your needs:

•  Stabilization Quality – Ensure 3-axis stabilization for smooth footage

• Smartphone Compatibility – Make sure the gimbal supports the size and weight of your phone

• Portability & Comfort – Lightweight gimbals make on-the-go shooting easier

• Features & Usability – Pick a gimbal with features that align with your creative workflow

We understand that choosing the right smartphone gimbal can feel overwhelming with so many options available. A higher price doesn’t always guarantee better quality—what truly matters is finding a gimbal that best suits your needs. We highly recommend focusing on key factors such as stability, compatibility, and usability when making your decision.

At Hohem, we offer a variety of smartphone gimbals across different price ranges! The iSteady V3 iphone gimbal, has garnered over 328 positive reviews, making it an affordable yet high-quality choice. Meanwhile, if you have a higher budget, you may want to consider our latest launch—the iSteady M7!