Snap 3 Pro Is The Best Phone Grip Ever? OhSnap!

Been seeing a ton of Snap 3 ads on my socials so I figure it was time to do a real review. Is is the best grip ever? It's the best grip...

That ohsnap has made so far. Huge upgrade over Snap 2 and mildly better than Snap 1.

As I'm editing this video, I realized I called the Snap 3, more times than not, the OhSnap 3 Point O. Funny how my brain is wired sometimes...

Reason #1 - Semi-Permanent Grip
Before MagSafe, sticking something to my iPhone was bearable. After the introduction of MagSafe, sticking something that's semi-permanent is annoying.

Especially if you have other MagSafe accessories that you use. My biggest issue is that accessories will rotate on the Snap 3 Pro as the grip prevents the accessories form using the lower magnet's on the MagSafe array.

Wouldn't have been a big deal if other grips did this but the best grips in my collection don't have this issue.

Reason #2 - It's too thin
The actual grip portion sits flush against the base which minimizes the bulk. Smart.

What's not smart is how thin the actual grip portion is. With normal grips, you pull the grip out. With the Snap 3 Pro, you pry.

With a fingernail. Nothing says "this accessory is awesome" like having your fingernail split from your finger and having to deal with that issue for a few days at a time.

Reason #3 - MagSafe charging doesn't really work
Using an actual MagSafe charger with the Snap 3 doesn't result in 15W charging speeds. It only does 7.5W.

Which sucks. In my 15 min charge tests, the Snap 3 Pro on a bare iPhone was 30% slower in terms of charging. On my iPhone 14 Pro Max with a thin clear case and the Snap 3 Pro, it was 85% slower.

WTF?

At the end of the day, having a thin, annoying grip doesn't outweigh the benefits that I lose with my MagSafe accessories.

#techreview #reviewernotinfluencer #deinfluencing

In this video:
0:00 Intro
0:15 Install
0:24 Vs. Snap 1/Snap 2
1:30 Reason #1 Not To Get
2:28 Reason #2
3:09 Reason #3
4:14 Makes the Top 5?

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[mrmax]

I think it depends on what you're looking for. As a Rhinoshield bumper case user, back when I used the Popsocket grip, I often found myself catching it on my pants putting my phone in my pocket. This grip sits fully beneath the ridge around the Rhinoshield on the back of the phone, so that issue is gone. For my use case, I have not had charging issues with the ohsnap applied. I MOSTLY charge only at night, so if it takes a bit longer, no big deal. Also, you don't HAVE to remove this to apply other magsafe devices (such as the battery). The magnets on this are much stronger than base magsafe, so the ring magnets are actually so strong that you really have to try to rotate a battery off-axis. Finally, I will say that pulling the center portion out to use it does require fingernails. However, as the ohsnap was used more and more, that connection loosened. I have only ever ACTUALLY needed to take this off my phone twice, and both of those times it was to show people how it works. I like that it has the adhesive so it doesn't come off with the accessory when disconnecting. In my experience the adhesive does not come off or gall up because you only need to insert a card gently underneath it to break the seal. And, the adhesive is washable. Not sure what you experienced with that is typical.

[mrivas]

I just got the O snap pro 3 and it’s been great so far! I have not lost any of my MagSafe capabilities at all.

So far I’ve charged my iPhone 13 Pro Max without any degradation in charging speeds. My MagSafe battery still work and my apple wallet still sticks if I need it.

The point you make about it being difficult to pry up is over dramatic. I can easily lift it with the corner of my nail.

[tianasbooks]

I actually REALLY like it as a grip - it's comfortable and works great as a stand. I love that it's so thin. My only gripe is yeah, it doesn't work with wireless charging on most cases. I had to buy a new case in order to have it work. If anyone else is thinking of getting this because you like the idea of a grip that works as a vertical stand (that was my biggest selling point), it works with a Caudabe Synthesis case (not the Sheath) with the Belkin 3-in-1 wireless charger. But, I like the Snap 3 Pro enough that I was willing to buy a new case, and that's saying something.

[Whitewavewoman]

My ohsnap 1.0 just broke after like 3 years and this does not look promising. Thanks for this.

[coy]

Appreciate the reviews, its a hard pass on the O Snap, they have to think a lot of people aren’t going to give up MagSafe functionality

[traceymoore]

I love the Snap 3 Pro grip, and agree with other commenters that it depends on what you are looking for, and how you use (or don’t use) other magsafe accessories. I don’t use magsafe charging or other magsafe accessories, so that is a non-issue for me. I want a grip that is thin enough to not snag on my back pocket, won’t take up extra space in my tiny purse, works as a landscape stand and won’t come off when I’m actually using it as a grip. This checks all the boxes, and I would definitely replace it with another Snap 3 Pro if something ever happened to it. I don’t mind the living hinge, and haven’t had any issues with it in 4 months of use. I also use a Rhinosheild case. If I ever really wanted to use magsafe, I would probably switch to the Rhinoshield grip, but I’m super happy for now. Love your reviews! I always find information that helps me make purchasing decisions, and I appreciate all of the work you put into them. Edit: I forgot another important point for me…my clamping car mounts work so much better with this thin grip. My old PopSocket was way too thick, and one of my clamping mounts would barely hold on to the sides of my phone.

[TamperSwitch]

The magnet on this thing really impressed me. Really compliments my other MagSafe accessories (chargers) and works great with my d brand phone case. Not sure what this dudes on about

[technicallyreal]

Everyone mentions the stress marks but they claim to have stress tested it to over a million flexes, and I am tempted to believe them since there are plastics on the market that do last basically forever and will sooner stretch than snap.

[justpostedagain]

This editing/direction of this video is glorious. No phone holder has ever been so artfully presented! Nice work. (and I'll stick to my pop socket for now)

[neknim]

Lol this is like one of those infomercials from the 90s. "have you ever flipped an egg, AND THIS HAPPENS!?"

[katc]

I just subscribed. I love your honesty and the fact you don't do sponsors!

[JAMESWUERTELE]

This is why I love my Rockform cases. Sticks to metal, and since I work in an industrial environment. It works great

[NikkiiMetal]

Can you review the Snap 4 Luxe? Can’t decide if it’s worth it or not. Unless you’ve already reviewed it. But I can’t seem to find that review anywhere

[jimv]

I don't have any issue opening the grip or with wireless charging (which I don't care about anyways).

I'm just happy to finally have a grip that isn't bulky, doesn't make my phone all wobbly on a table and doesn't get caught on my pants when trying to get in and out of my pocket.

[jordanfenlason]

I ended up purchasing a two pack of the OhSnap 3.0 MagSafe grip and overall I'm pretty dissatisfied, however it does have some redeeming qualities.

Pros: It's thin and works as an alternative to the larger and bulkier pop sockets.

Cons: The magnet is NOT strong enough to hold up the IPhone 15 Pro Max in part because the camera sticks out further then the mount does, even when it's flush with a metal surface the slightest disturbance will send it sliding down the metal object. The adhesive is so poor that even when following the instructions perfectly the adhesive mount has popped off my phone on not just one of the SnapPro 3s that I purchased but BOTH and now I can't use either, this problem is so bad that they even sell additional adhesives LINK. Without nails it's very difficult to open the grip so it's useable.

I really like the Pop-Socket & was hoping to love this grip, but I really don't.

[chocolatte]

I like mine. I use mag safe wallet with it too and it works well. Does everything I need to do ❤

[wtdudley]

I would like you to review the Oh Snap 4

[Parkey_Park]

Bought this and immediately switched to the Tango grip. 100% improvement.

[jakekarll]

I love mine. I use my phone without a case and it’s awesome to be able to have MagSafe charging and not have remove grip every time. Mine have been very durable. The only issue I have with it is, occasionally when I take my phone off my MagSafe car mount that has very strong magnets, it will stay magnetized to the car mount. Pretty annoying, but not the end of the world.

[Ernie_Creates]

That part at the very end where the dog was looking crazy with you was hilarious 😂