ShiftCam SnapGrip - Mobile Battery Grip with Wireless Shutter Button - Magnetic Mount Snaps on to Any Phone - Built in Powerbank with Qi Wireless Charging (Midnight)

It’s a well made product and the only one you can use on an iPhone 16 pro and pro max. The mag grip is strong on a decent mag case. Bluetooth connects fast and is stable . I’ve shot both in portrait and landscape , much easier with the grip fitted. Annoyingly if you reconnect the grip it won’t connect Bluetooth you have to forget , turn off and on BT and try again. It’s worth the money, no shutter lag and no more dropping the phone . Great product for me as a photographer.

Great for using camera, the magnet is really strong and it fits well in the hand. Comfortable to hold. Very sturdy.

I have tried a number of these and they all fail, mainly due to the iPhone itself and locked down nature. Ideal situation - you press the camera shutter, your favoured camera app opens, off you go. Actual situation. You press the camera button, the volume goes up (this is because in Apple language the volume up button when the camera app is open is the shutter - which is what the bluetooth press is mimicking. So you need to open the camera first, which is notoriously tedious on an iPhone, then you can use the grip. For me this grip was well built and the battery addition nice. The magsafe, unlike Fjorden, is actually good. But the lack of a useful workflow and a two stage shutter button (focus first) ruled it out for me.

The SnapGrip isn’t meant to replace a camera or power bank — and it doesn’t claim to. What it does do is make your iPhone feel like a compact camera, with a comfortable grip and a shutter button that works for both photos (shutter release) and videos (start/stop). It doesn’t override any iPhone controls, so your Camera Control and Volume buttons still work normally. You still need to open the camera app before using the grip. The Bluetooth connection stays active for about 10 minutes, after which you “wake” it by pressing the shutter button. The built-in battery won’t fully recharge your iPhone — and it’s not the fastest — but it’s great for giving your phone a boost when you’ve been snapping away and can’t reach a power socket. The MagSafe hold is impressively strong, even through a case. It feels solid and well-made, giving a steady grip that makes photos and selfies much easier to take. It also doubles as a handy stand for portrait or landscape viewing. I’d love to see a zoom control added in future versions, especially at this price point. I would suggest that it is principally intended for 'photographers' like me who use their iPhones to take snaps and are fed up with getting their fingers in shot! I did have an issue with Bluetooth reconnecting — it required forgetting the device and pairing again, which was incredibly frustrating. However, ShiftCam’s customer service was outstanding. They patiently worked with me over email and, when the problem couldn’t be fixed, they quickly arranged a replacement. The new unit works perfectly, and after 48 hours of testing, I’m confident it’s ready for my upcoming vacation. I’m even considering adding the SnapPod tripod/selfie stick to my kit. 4 stars only because my first unit didn’t work out of the box — but this product is just what I wanted and ShiftCam’s customer care is top-notch.

Initially I was concerned that this may be another gadget I throw in my bag that never sees the light if day again. The price is a bit high for what it is? Then I used it. I hardly ever take it off my iPhone 13 pro max now. Great as a stand and also a side grip. Works really well using the bedside clock feature on the forthcoming iOS 17 update. Get one now while you can as I feel these will be in short supply !!

Really like the idea of this, but now doubting my decision. It’s feels good in isolation, good idea to have the Qi charge as a selectable option. However, If you order only the grip, you don’t get any form of protective case, very disappointing, no option I’ve found to even option one. There is no way to turn off the Bluetooth on the grip when you’ve finished, you have to turn off the phones Bluetooth to force snap grip to sleep. This seems a silly and pretty basic oversight. With the grip on a 13 Pro Max, you can’t see the lights, and it makes the whole setup uncomfortably thick. Now the potential fatal flaw, the MagSafe magnet feels very weak, not sure I can bring myself to trust it. It doesn’t ‘snap’ to the phone with any confident feeling, this is to a genuine apple MagSafe case, the key magnet is all but absent, barely any resistance. Now I’ve given the phone and grip a good shake in safety, and it’s not dropped off, but I’m not sure an accidental knock would see my phone tumbling to its doom. Trying hard to convince myself not to return it. Edit: I’ve since used it for a day walkabout taking pictures, the shutter button is horribly laggy , the button isn’t a nice feel, you need to press and fully release for the photo to be taken, unlike a normal camera, which would take image on press, and it’s a fairly ‘long throw’ press, feels uncomfortable and unnatural to use, and on a few occasions it refused to react. This will end up in the returns warehouse, maybe I’ve got a faulty one, not sure.

Good strong magnetic attachment. The grip design is easy to hold and use it fits in the palm of your hand.

Works great while connected but once your phone goes to sleep after a few minutes you need to start Bluetooth connection again, forget device and start over , no use if you need to use quickly, retuned for a refund.

Works very well. First bought a cheaper copy. Same grip but the bluetouth connection is far better on thisone.

Ai fotografi è chiesto di scendere a patti con lo spostamento delle nicchie tecnologiche e accettare il cambiamento, anche se netto. Questo strumento migliora nettamente l'esperienza di scatto su smartphone, avvicinandosi alla comoda familiarità di un grip propriamente detto. Il fatto che funga anche da power bank magsafe poi è un tocco di pura classe. Eccellente acquisto, persino per chi storcerà il naso.

I’ve been using the SnapGrip for a few weeks and it genuinely changes how I take photos. The grip feels natural in your hand and gives the phone the weight and balance of a camera. The shutter button is responsive, the magnetic attachment holds firmly, and I like that it can stand upright for group shots or FaceTime. The built-in battery gives my phone a helpful boost when I’m out. It looks clean and minimal, not bulky, and fits easily into a pocket or small bag. If you take a lot of pictures, travel, or just want more control when shooting, this makes a big difference. It feels like a thoughtful accessory designed by people who actually use their phones for photography.

Der ShiftCam SnapGrip ist wirklich gut verarbeitet und liegt super in der Hand. Besonders praktisch finde ich den extra Knopf, mit dem man die Powerbank ein- und ausschalten kann. Somit lädt es nicht sofort, sobald man den SnapGrip mit dem Handy verbindet. Der MagSafe-Halt ist zuverlässig, da wackelt nichts. Auch die Einrichtung per Bluetooth ging schnell und ohne Probleme. Insgesamt ein durchdachtes Zubehör, das das Fotografieren mit dem Handy echt komfortabler macht.

I’ll admit it—I always thought the ShiftCam SnapGrip was one of the dumbest accessories ever made. I’ve been shooting professionally for decades, using everything from DSLRs to cinema cameras, and I figured a “phone grip” was something for influencers, not working pros. Then reality hit me: on any given shoot—whether it’s a product session, a behind-the-scenes clip, or a quick podcast promo—about 20% of my content happens on my phone, often when I only have five minutes to grab a shot before the light changes or a guest walks in. So I borrowed a friend’s SnapGrip to see what the hype was about. Well, color me stupid—this thing rocks. The magnetic mount snaps on perfectly, the grip feels balanced and secure, and the built-in shutter button gives me proper camera-style control. It even doubles as a wireless charger and stand. After years of lugging gear, this little thing made my iPhone feel like a legit compact camera. If you shoot content for clients or social, or just want to level up your phone work—get one. I’m now actively pushing more iPhone use in my workflow because the quality is that good, and the SnapGrip makes it effortless. Bottom line: Don’t knock it till you try it—this accessory turns your phone into a pro-ready shooting tool.