Phone Holders for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y: 5 Mounts Compared

Which phone holder fits a Tesla depends on its generation. On a pre-refresh Model 3 or Model Y, the VICSEED Tesla Phone Mount sticks behind the screen and folds away, and the Lamicall clamp needs no adhesive. On the refreshed Model Y (Juniper), VICSEED and andobil both list a fit. On the refreshed Model 3 (Highland), the Spigen vent mount is the pick made for it.

The Short Version

The VICSEED Tesla Phone Mount has by far the largest owner base here (about 6,600 ratings) and sticks to the back of the screen, then folds out of sight. The andobil Upgrade Tesla Phone Mount is the same idea with a longer arm, and owners describe it as looking almost factory-installed. If you would rather not use adhesive, the Lamicall Magnetic Phone Holder for Tesla clamps onto a corner of the screen and is the cheapest pick. For charging on the mount, the Lamicall Tesla Phone Mount Charger is the clamp version with a wireless charger. On a refreshed Model Y or Model 3, the Spigen Tesla Air Vent MagSafe Mount clips to the vent with no tools. Owners on Tesla forums also mention premium charging mounts such as MagBak and JOWUA; they cost more and are sold mostly outside Amazon, so they are not compared here. The picks are based on manufacturer specs, current Amazon prices and what owners report in their reviews, not on our own testing.

Our Top Picks

Product	Best for	Mounts on	Rating	Price
VICSEED Tesla Phone Mount	Most owners	Back of screen, adhesive	4.4/5 ★★★★½	$31.95
andobil Upgrade Tesla Phone Mount	A longer reach	Back of screen, adhesive	4.3/5 ★★★★☆	$37.99
Lamicall Magnetic Phone Holder for Tesla	No adhesive	Screen corner clamp	4.3/5 ★★★★☆	$16.99
Lamicall Tesla Phone Mount Charger	Charging	Screen corner clamp	4.5/5 ★★★★½	$35.99
Spigen Tesla Air Vent MagSafe Mount	Juniper and Highland	Air vent clip	4.4/5 ★★★★½	$25.99

Prices are current Amazon listing prices at the time of our last check and change often.

Which Mount Fits Your Tesla

Behind the screen (VICSEED, andobil): a small base sticks to the back of the center display with 3M adhesive, and the arm folds out to hold the phone beside the screen. Both brands list the Model 3 and Model Y, including the refreshed Model Y (Juniper). Nothing touches the screen itself, but the adhesive is meant to stay, so pick the spot carefully.
Screen corner clamp (both Lamicall mounts): a clamp grips one of the four corners of the display. No adhesive, and it moves between cars in seconds. Lamicall lists both for the Model 3 and Model Y, needs a screen no more than 0.43 in (11 mm) thick with square corners, and says the non-charging version is not recommended with a screen protector. Lamicall does not name the Juniper or Highland refresh, and a near-identical clamp from UGREEN lists the Juniper Model Y as not compatible, so owners of a refreshed car are safer with VICSEED, andobil or Spigen.
Air vent clip (Spigen): only for the refreshed Model Y (Juniper) and Model 3 (Highland), whose vents have blades to grip. Spigen lists it as not compatible with earlier cars or with Performance models.

All five hold the phone by magnet. An iPhone 12 or newer in a MagSafe case snaps on directly. For other phones, VICSEED, andobil and both Lamicall mounts come with a metal ring to stick on the phone or case. For more general magnetic options, see our magnetic car phone mount guide.

Detailed Picks

1. VICSEED Tesla Phone Mount: Best for Most Owners

$31.95 on Amazon →

A foldable mount that sticks to the back of the touchscreen with 3M adhesive. VICSEED lists the Model 3, Model Y (including Juniper) and Cybertruck, 12 N52 magnets, two metal rings for non-MagSafe phones, a 360 degree ball joint, and adhesive rated from -40°F to 194°F.

What owners say: In Amazon's review summary owners call it excellent and easy to install, and like how freely the phone can be angled. The magnet is the mixed part: 426 reviews mention magnetic strength, and while many say it holds well, some report phones falling off. Durability and stability are also mixed, with some saying it broke after about six months or shakes more than a rigid mount.

Who it's for: Model 3 and Model Y owners who want the most-reviewed mount and a phone that folds away when parked.

Skip it if: you do not want adhesive on the back of your screen (pick a Lamicall clamp) or you carry a heavy phone in a thick case on rough roads, where the mixed magnet reports matter most.

2. andobil Upgrade Tesla Phone Mount: Best for a Longer Reach

$37.99 on Amazon →

Another behind-the-screen mount with 3M adhesive, a foldable arm that tucks behind the display, a retractable arm for positioning, and 20 N55 magnets. andobil lists Model 3 cars from 2017 and Model Y cars from 2020 through the Juniper refresh (it does not name the Highland Model 3), and supplies metal plates for phones without MagSafe.

What owners say: Owners praise a secure hold that stays in place on bumpy roads, easy installation, and a design that looks almost factory-installed and hides behind the screen. Durability is mixed: some report the plastic hinge breaking in normal use.

Who it's for: Owners who want the phone a little further out from the screen edge, or in landscape for navigation.

Skip it if: you want the lowest price (the Lamicall clamp costs less than half) or you are wary of hinge wear on a mount you adjust often.

3. Lamicall Magnetic Phone Holder for Tesla: Best Without Adhesive

$16.99 on Amazon →

A clamp that grips a corner of the center screen with a one-click lock, a triangular support and a silicone pad, plus an N55 ring magnet and a 360 degree ball joint. Lamicall lists it for the Model 3 and Model Y with a screen no more than 0.43 in (11 mm) thick and square corners, includes a metal ring for phones without MagSafe, and notes it does not charge and is not recommended with a screen protector.

What owners say: Owners describe a holder that keeps the phone in place without falling off, does not block or damage the screen, and is good value. Of 72 reviews that mention quality, 68 are positive. Adjustability is mixed, with some saying it moves back and forth.

Who it's for: Lessees, renters and anyone who wants no adhesive in the car, at the lowest price here.

Skip it if: you drive a refreshed Juniper or Highland car (Lamicall does not name them, and a similar UGREEN clamp lists Juniper as not compatible), you use a screen protector, or you want the phone charging on the mount (the Lamicall charger below is the charging version).

4. Lamicall Tesla Phone Mount Charger: Best for Charging

$35.99 on Amazon →

The charging version of the Lamicall clamp: it fits the four corners of the Model 3 and Model Y center display and adds a wireless charger. The same fit caution applies: Lamicall does not name the Juniper or Highland refresh. Lamicall lists up to 15W for Android phones, 10W for Samsung and 7.5W for iPhone 12 and newer, with a temperature-control chip and a metal cooling plate.

What owners say: Amazon does not show a review summary for this listing yet. It has about 570 ratings averaging 4.5, so owner feedback is thinner than for the other picks.

Who it's for: Drivers who navigate and stream for hours and want the phone topped up without a cable.

Skip it if: you drive a Juniper or Highland car, you own an iPhone and expect fast charging (7.5W is slow; a cable from a USB-C car charger is faster) or you want a mount with a longer owner track record.

5. Spigen Tesla Air Vent MagSafe Mount: Best for Juniper and Highland

$25.99 on Amazon →

A vent clip shaped for the refreshed Model Y (Juniper) and Model 3 (Highland), with 20 magnets, no tools or adhesive, and a soft-touch silicone finish. Spigen says to clip it to the central part of the vent blades, not the far ends, and lists it as not compatible with earlier cars or Performance models.

What owners say: Owners praise a strong magnetic hold, a good fit in the vent and easy installation without adhesive. Visibility is mixed: several say the phone ends up seen through the steering wheel.

Who it's for: Owners of a Juniper Model Y or Highland Model 3 who want nothing on the screen.

Skip it if: your Tesla is a pre-refresh car or a Performance model, or you want the phone beside the screen rather than low on the vent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a phone mount damage a Tesla's screen?

The behind-the-screen mounts (VICSEED, andobil) do not touch the display, but their adhesive base is meant to stay put. The clamp mounts grip the screen's edge with padding; Lamicall advises against using its non-charging clamp with a screen protector.

Which mount fits the refreshed Model Y (Juniper)?

VICSEED and andobil both list Juniper, and the Spigen vent mount is made only for Juniper and the refreshed Model 3 (Highland). Avoid the screen clamps on a Juniper: Lamicall does not name it, and a near-identical UGREEN clamp lists it as not compatible.

Do I need a MagSafe iPhone?

No. An iPhone 12 or newer in a MagSafe case attaches directly. Other phones need the metal ring that VICSEED, andobil and Lamicall include, stuck to the phone or case.

How did we choose these mounts?

From manufacturer specs, Amazon prices and owner review summaries, not on our own testing. Our review process explains how we compare products.

The Verdict

For most pre-refresh Model 3 and Model Y owners, the VICSEED Tesla Phone Mount is the safe pick: the largest owner base, a mount that hides behind the screen, and a fair price. Pick the Lamicall clamp if you want no adhesive, and its charging version if you want the battery topped up. On a Juniper Model Y, choose VICSEED, andobil or Spigen; on a Highland Model 3, the Spigen vent mount is the one made for it.