Why UNIVERSAL Smartphone Cages are a SMART Choice

Universal smartphone cages allow you to keep the same rig even when new phone models change, which is great. In this video I look at four different cages to help figure out if one works for you.

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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:30 My phone
0:58 Cages
1:43 SmallRig Fold P10
3:27 Ulanzi Lino
6:09 Ulanzi U-Rig II
8:09 SmallRig Video Rig
10:48 Wrap-Up

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[curts]

Sweet review. As I was thinking of questions, you were already answering them in your narrative. Well DONE!

[yuurioholland]

I choose the smallrig video rig… good thing I watch this video before buying, I was torn between ulanzi Lino or smallrig

[heroicvision]

The best universal cages to me are the ones with optical mounts where you can attach a DOF adapter, filters, tele, wide and anamorphic lenses. So the top 2 for me is the BeastGrip Pro Cage and the DreamGrip Pro.

[nekkron]

If you orient that Small Rig upside down you could use it one handed. Gravity would prevent the handle from collapsing.

[knoptop]

I haven't had a chance to try these cages, but I've found that one of the best 'add-on's I've ever used with my phone is a simple pop-socket. Thanks for sharing these rigs!

[imnotbrave]

really informative video, thanks. i know it's super late but could you consider doing videos for the Moment Filmmaker Cage as well as the new Moment Supercage which is soon to release, in order to make a comparison & how they compete against each other & the current best in the market?

[bazlur-Vancouver]

Thanks for the reviews and comparison. I ordered Ulazi Lino. although have 2 gimbals, didn't make yet many, but some test videos(Zhiyun smooth 5 and Powervision s1(for charging if needed and lighter and you can put them inside a pocket). Smooth 5 is heavier than others. Bought Canon M50 with another lens and accessories, but don't like and it is bulky or carry always with you. small rig lighter metal sure Aluminium or with an aluminum alloy like magnesium. It is not titanium, because expensive and not easy to work with that material for most countries.

[ClarksvilleTN]

I love the beast-cage by beastgrip. It works way better than the others I have.

[ScottyInVancouver]

So true, 15pro max just came out so I’m glad I got universal cage. Who knows if they gonna change the design

[SydRetroFoodie]

i been lookn for a rig and a lense for my iphone 13 pro its really exhausting all the lenses different shapes n sizes along w the rigs then the phone cases its like jesus lmfao thanks ! your video def helped

[KineticAirRgV]

Thank you for those reviews they were perfect!

[dialogandointerculturalmente]

Once again: Congratulations on the channel! Very good content!!! I just bought an i14pro and I don't know which accessory(s) to choose; I need to protect it and I want to think about using a variable ND filter... I still have two Mont-M slow ones... What recommendations could you give me?

[williamdavid]

Very useful review as usual! Thank you 🙂

[michaelyolch]

THANK YOU for saving me stupid amounts of research time. It's the big SMALL RIG for me! :)

[markshirley]

The small rig has the battery-charger holder as a option

[SequentialSnep]

Thanks for this video! I know exactly what to buy now. Cheers!

[Fobes]

This video after I just ordered my smallrig for 13 pro max. 🤣 Gotta say it fits extremely well. And build quality is great.

[coach_yo]

Great Vid, thanks Blake!. I currently have a Ulanzi URIG but its the plastic one, and Sandmarc lenses and case, it works pretty well, but I often question the plastic build quality and might look into one of these.

[ozpaulsb]

In September 2019 I purchased a Ulanzi ST-03 Metal Smart Phone Tripod Mount Stand
Bracket Holder w/ HOT SHOE. It is plastic, has three cold shoe mounts, and no hot shoe mount. I still have it and use it mounted on a tripod. Ulanzi promised a discount on my next purchase. I have not been back.

[dialogandointerculturalmente]

Very good video!!! like always!! it's a good point of view!!!! but I've been changing cell phones 1 time every 4 years... In my case my priorities are different!!