Customer Ratings & Reviews

At first I was really impressed with the overall build quality. I’ve had it for 3 months but only used it a handful of times with my phone and the bottom housing seemed to have just broken off. I didn’t over tighten the screw and it didn’t hit anything while it was on my tripod. Sad to say I might have just gotten a defective one.

Great product! I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys recording parties!

The JOBY GorillaPod 1K SMART is amazing! It’s small, light, and easy to carry. The flexible legs let me attach it anywhere, like trees or poles. It holds my phone steady for great videos and photos. It’s perfect for vlogging and very strong for its size. I love the design and how easy it is to use. A must-have for creators!

Works grate easy to use . Also it can brake if u pull to hard .love the new phone holder grabs tight and grabs iPhones with thick cases also protects the front screen if it where to fall forward easy to position any where this is my 3 buy cus they do brake if u keep molding n moving the legs Too hard i ordered an extension cus its too short if i want to film my self i hate stacking stuff under it to make it taller . If u want the taller on by an inch u gotta get the 2 or 3 k which is more heavy thick and expensive .

Exactly what I wanted for my photographic needs. Small, lightweight, and most importantly, flexible.

As a gift for my friend, I chose the JOBY - GorillaPod 1K SMART Vlogging Tripod, and it turned out to be an absolute hit! She's an enthusiastic biker who's passionate about capturing her adventures, and this tripod has become her trusty companion. The versatility of the GorillaPod 1K SMART is unparalleled. Its flexible legs allow her to securely mount it not only on regular surfaces but also on bike handlebars! This feature has completely transformed her ability to capture stunning photos and record smooth, stable videos while cycling. It's incredible how securely the tripod grips onto various surfaces, providing stability even during bumpy rides. The compact and lightweight design makes it convenient for her to carry around, making it a perfect partner for her biking excursions. The build quality is impressive, exuding sturdiness and durability. The flexible legs offer creative angles and perspectives for her shots, ensuring she gets the perfect frame every time. The tripod's compatibility with various cameras and smartphones through the SMART Mount has added immense value to her vlogging setup. It's quickly become her go-to accessory, providing stable shots whether she's using a smartphone or a camera. In summary, the JOBY - GorillaPod 1K SMART Vlogging Tripod has been a fantastic gift choice. Its adaptability, durability, and secure mounting capabilities on bike handlebars have made it an essential tool for capturing her biking adventures.

very easy to use you can make it hug almost anything so you can film. just be careful not to bend the tripod's legs too hard because otherwise you will take them apart. the phone holder unscrews very easily from the tripod but nothing that matters a lot if you don't mind screwing it up every time.

I picked this up because I do a lot of video training and I thought it would be great to use my iPhone as a second camera when seated at a table. It works great, is extremely sturdy and fexlible. I really like the GorillaPod. My only complaint is that it is advertised as having a Manfrotto phone clip but the one in the box it NOT from Manfrotto. I have other Manfotto tripod equipment and I selected this combo because I wanted Manfrotto quality but I didn't get it. Still a great flexible tripod but false advertising none the less so I removed 1 star from the rating. You should change the picture to what's actually in the box!!!

Great tripod for the price. Works really well even when there isn't a flat surface. The flexible arms make it exceptionably easy to mount onto a pole, rail, or something else cylindrical. Awesome product overall.

Since the legs bend at many points, this is a perfect tripod for the kids in my family. These bendable legs can withstand the pressure from how kids typically manhandle things. They broke my GoPro Max Grip at the joints, but with this, breaking joints is less likely as it absorbs impacts.

I did some research on quite a few different mini-tripods or desktop tripods and GroillaPod showed up a lot. So I decided to take a look at their products and found this one, I like it because it comes with the kit so I can use it with my phone when I travel. I purchased it for smoother videos and to also use with my Sony A6000 and it works fine, the weight seems to work accordingly. I like it because it's small and versatile so it's easy to just slide in a pocket in any backpack and snap pictures wherever you go.

This JOBY GorillaPod 1K has allowed me to do a number of neat setups with my camera that I was not able to do otherwise and I am quite pleased with how it has been working. I have a Panasonic GH5 and will most often use it in a streaming setup using either the USB or HDMI outputs. I'll use 12-35mm and 35-100mm lenses in different situations. They're not extremely heavy or cause the kit to become vastly unbalanced but it can be a bit of a workout for the lower-specced 1K. I can sometimes tangle myself up while installing the GorillaPod onto the camera. But let's take a look at the ways I've been using it. One use I've been enjoying is to use the camera as a webcam. I have a small "console-style" PC tower I keep behind my monitor. I'm able to bend the legs of the JOBY and set the camera on top of my PC. It's been stable (despite my propensity to lean on my desk, or put my feet up on the cross bar) and a surprisingly great use for my camera. I've also used it in multi-camera setup. Given a limited amount of space for cameras and tripods, I've been using the GH5 on the GorillaPod mounted on an otherwise unused part of a shelf. This gives me a pretty decent angle while keeping things in arms reach and conveniently placed. The only issue I have with this is that, being on the top of the shelf, any vibration of the desk (someone bumps it, leans on it etc) can travel into the camera fairly easily. Also, I'm still working on getting the legs set into the best position. Overall, this has been a great purchase to get me a lot of great functionality in a portable, easy to use package.

This is one of those tripods that can do everything. It bends this and that way. Little so it’s not awkward and set up your camera anywhere.

Tripod can be used in the gym, home, office, car, etc. It is durable and easy to use.

Sturdy when you need it to be. Versatile and the ability to adjust depending on your situation makes this a great tool to have. I love that this one comes with a phone mount that has a shoe slot to mount a mic or light. I use this a phone so the 1k is more than enough. If you’re using a slr, it might be a better invest in the 3k model.

This is one of the best purchases ever! Easy to use and perfect for on the go because its small and lightweight. Love that you can easily change the direction of your phone from vertical to horizontal.

Very hansy tripod and a nice size. Not real compact but smaller and more flexible thatn many rigid leg mid size tripods. Can work for phones or adapt to DSLRs too.

I really recommend buying it. It helps you with your pictures. You can place it anywhere you would like.

Have you ever wanted to take a group photo and there was no level place to set your tripod or you hated lugging around a full-size tripod. This little tripod is great. the bendable legs will wrap around most anything to give support to your cell phone or an actual camera. Recently we were on a pontoon boat and the best place was the steering wheel.

GorillaPod 1K kit comes with Ballhead and 1K Stand. I feel the design is very solid and the color is improved for the GorillaPod hybrid. Joby has made solid equipment before and I'm glad I'm jumping into Joby now with the new line of 1k, 3k, and 5k. I will review this again after I have at least a month of testing. This unboxing and video was done very fast and hopefully, this gives you a good idea of what you will be getting with the 1k. https://youtu.be/r5Krsq7891E