TOP—7. The best selfie sticks, monopods of 2022. Final rating!

It seems that selfie sticks are out of trend. But I never have. There wasn't much of a social life But when it starts to appear, you sometimes find advantages in this tool. I didn’t want to overpay $15 for a cool one, but I didn’t want to take a completely fixed-price hat for 100 rubles. In the end, I settled on this model. And now we will find out what came of it. For me, it was important to have a bluetooth button (plugging in a 3.5 jack every time somehow didn’t make me smile), and besides, the bluetooth shutter can be used without a tripod. I would also like to have at least a tripod function, sometimes this is really lacking when traveling. After some searching and sorting, I discovered this model, which is sold on Ali under slightly different names. I chose one based on price and reviews. Then the price was $6.7, now for some reason they raised it. I think they will reduce it back soon. So, it arrived quickly, about two weeks. Track RU..HK. I noticed that the post office has spoiled itself, parcels are already more often delivered in 2 weeks than in a month.

Packed in an envelope, it contained a thin cardboard box with contents. Frighteningly dented.

But everything inside is intact, nothing is cracked. Well, you can worry less about its strength, if it survived, without a frame, a trip through the bowels of the post office in China and Russia, then you shouldn’t be afraid to throw it into a backpack that’s full. The sharp smell of plastic immediately hit my nose. By the way, it never completely disappeared in a few days. It looks like this will take a significant amount of time.

WXY-01
looked at me

. Then, having entered it into Google, I was surprised that in the vast expanses of our vast homeland the model is popular, and it is even sold for the same money that you can get on Ali. But in my city there are no such prices, in any case.

So, our monopod weighs
129 grams
.
It doesn't feel heavy in the hand at all. The length is almost 19cm
, combined with the weight - carrying it on trips will not cause problems.
It’s sad that at some festivals, bringing selfie sticks into the territory is prohibited. The telescopic part expands to 50cm. In total we can say that 70cm
. Plus the size of the phone mount itself - in total, the distance of the device from you adds another 2-4cm. 75cm indicated by the Chinese is a spherical horse in a vacuum)

The remote control is attached quite conveniently and does not tend to jump out. By the way, pay attention that both on the tripod itself and on the remote control there are loops for a cord. If only my fellow Chinese would put in one cord for that kind of money, eh.

It unfolds easily (it is also easy to assemble). To bring it into combat readiness from the folded state, unfold the phone holder, tilting it to the desired angle, and fix it with a screw quite tightly. Install the phone (you can’t do this with one hand). Pull it out to the required length. Most likely, to the fullest. There is a groove on the telescopic part that prevents the phone from scrolling. I previously saw someone have a very cheap selfie stick, in which the phone could rotate along a given axis.

By the way, with the weight of the phone, the stick does not bend at all. The angle of inclination is adjusted with a screw on a metal thread, but with a plastic wing. It is screwed into an iron nut, but also in a piece of plastic glued to the body. By the way, an interesting moment. For some reason, there are two threads in the turning part, and I did not notice a functional difference in them.

Close-up of groove, wing and two holes

The most important part is the phone holder; overall, there is no doubt about its durability. Grips the phone securely. The minimum height of the device is 50mm. Maximum >80mm. It doesn't seem to be suitable for action cameras. To be honest, taking selfies on them is not the most convenient. But I think this is an omission in functionality; the ability to screw up the camera should have been added. And huge tablet phones over 6 inches may not fit either.

To switch to tripod “mode”, remove the ring from the handle, and the handle turns into three petals

Rotate the lower sector and fix the petals

Voila

The Bluetooth remote control works with both buttons on both the iPhone and Android (the big one emulates the volume button, the other, probably, the hardware camera key). There was nothing to accurately measure the range, but it worked from 4-5 meters with direct visibility. This is what it looks like disassembled.

I will not provide screenshots from my phone. Let me just say that it is detected as a keyboard; you don’t need to press any buttons to synchronize. Whoever managed to synchronize is a great guy. By the way, my favorite SwiftKey keyboard turns off when the remote control is connected, which causes some inconvenience.

I ordered it at the wrong time, almost before the holiday, but in the end it arrived when I was already on my way. That's why the photo of her is from a boring office)

Selfie stick rating

For non-professionals, choosing a selfie stick is difficult. Monopods from different manufacturers differ greatly from each other in many respects - from design to a set of built-in functions. There are many models on the electronics market. Which is the best? This question interests many buyers.

VyborExperta.ru compared 24 popular models and is ready to present the results. The rating of the best monopods of 2021 was compiled taking into account the following characteristics:

Compatibility;
Design;
Length and weight;
Connection method;
Convenience;
Functionality.

The selection of nominees was carried out not only based on reviews from consumers and experts. Members of our team tested some gadgets personally. In addition to the set of functional qualities, testing also helped to evaluate the ease of use of selfie sticks in everyday life by beginners in the field of photography.

First of all, monopods that did not fulfill their intended purpose were excluded from the list of candidates for inclusion in the TOP list. For example, bending under the weight of a smartphone or with an inconvenient holder.

The Best Cheap Selfie Sticks

They are preferred by young people and those new to photography. With their help, they take pictures for social networks or for personal use, as a keepsake. 13 applicants for inclusion in the TOP list were analyzed. Of these, only 4 were included in the rating. Despite their low cost, the selected monopods perform their functions well and are easy to use.

Momax SelfiFit Bluetooth KMS1

Easily holds smartphones, tablets and cameras weighing up to 750 g. The selfie stick is made of aluminum, the body is plastic. It unfolds like a telescope and has 4 retractable sections. Length from 28 to 90 cm. Weight 306 g. In addition to the monopod, the kit includes a tripod for smartphones, a Bluetooth button, a wrist strap, instructions, and a case. Country of origin: China.

Advantages:

Equipped with a self-timer button;
Compatible with almost all smartphones and lightweight cameras;
There is a rotating tip (720°), allowing you to take photos from different angles;
The frame contains a group of people;
Ergonomic handle holder;
Adjustable rigid fixation.

Flaws:

Often out of stock;
Sometimes the Bluetooth button doesn't work.

The cost of the product is 900 rubles. Available in four colors - black, gold, silver and blue. At first glance, the Momax SelfiFit Bluetooth KMS1 seems like a fragile and unreliable device. However, if the load restrictions are observed, there are no problems during use. The manufacturer provides a 12 month warranty.

Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Selfie Stick

Made in China. Compatible with all smartphones, as well as Mi and Redmi devices. Control is carried out using a remote control button located on the handle of the gadget. Power type: from own battery. A full charge lasts for 80 minutes. continuous operation. There is a charge level indicator. The head has an adjustable tilt angle within 270°. Landscape orientation. Color: white, black, pink. The cost ranges from 1000 rubles.

Advantages:

Securely mounts your phone on both sides;
Suitable for both iPhone and Android;
Wireless connection;
Reliable rubberized handle;
Bluetooth support;
Easy to set up and connect.

Flaws:

No zoom adjustment;
Small maximum length - 700 mm.

Some users of the Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Selfie Stick noted that it quickly breaks down and fails. Indeed, the design of the device is quite fragile. The maximum load is only 200 g. And when folded, the gadget barely reaches 20 cm. Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Selfie Stick will last a long time only with careful use. Warranty period - 1 year.

Rekam SelfiPod S-555

Consists of 7 sections and extends to 905 cm. The minimum length is 30 cm. The maximum load is 500 grams. Compatible with Android and iOS smartphones. The monopod comes with instructions in Russian, with illustrations. At different retail outlets, the price of the product ranges from 600 to 1000 rubles.

Advantages:

Handle with button for control;
Standby time is 100 hours;
Lightness - the weight of the gadget is 131 g;
Communication via Bluetooth connection;
The connection icon is displayed on the screen;
Operates on its own battery.

Flaws:

The button may become stuck;
Unreliable fastening of anti-slip silicone.

According to the manufacturer, one battery charge is enough for five hundred photos. User reviews confirm that a fully charged gadget is enough for several hundred pictures taken during the day. There is also an indicator on the handle for the convenience of photographers. It lights up red when charging, and blue when connected to a smartphone.

Red Line RLBT-01

Selfie monopod with button is compatible with all smartphones and mobile phones. Consists of 7 sections and extends to 105 cm. Made of metal and durable plastic. It has a rubberized handle that prevents slipping in the hand. The rotation angle is 360°. In addition to classic design devices, models in green, blue and pink colors are available for purchase.

Advantages:

Compact size - assembled length 23 cm;
Built-in battery;
Devices are synchronized via Bluetooth;
A full charge takes 1 hour, standby time is 100 hours;
Withstands loads up to 500 g;
Reliable fixation of the smartphone, preventing it from falling out;
High strength, resistance to deformation.

Flaws:

Charge indicator malfunctions.

Among inexpensive selfie sticks, Red Line RLBT-01 is one of the most affordable models. Its cost ranges from 500 rubles. At the same time, the quality of the gadget remains at a decent level. Active users have not expressed a single serious complaint. There are only minor shortcomings, which are compensated by the strength and ease of use of the monopod.

Review of the Xiaomi Mi Selfie Stick Tripod

Since the package arrived from China from AliExpress (link to seller), the tripod was packed in a white box, which has recently been typical for those versions of Xiaomi gadgets that are produced for the domestic market.

Well, all the inscriptions are only in Chinese. However, this will not at all prevent, as in the case of the same Mi Band fitness bracelet, from using all the capabilities of the selfie stick. Therefore, you can not be afraid to save money by buying a monopod on the Internet, and not in the official Xiaomi store.

We open the lid and the first thing we see is another small box in which the control panel is packed. This is such attention to detail. Let me remind you that the BlitzWolf selfie stick, which I also recently showed, had a remote control with a button immediately placed in its place on the handle.

By the way, I think it would be useful to make some comparisons between these two models. The Xiaomi tripod itself is smaller in size both when folded and extended.

On the one hand, this is compactness, which is so important for mobility. On the other hand, it is almost two times shorter, which will 100% have a negative impact on ease of use. At the same time, that same notorious compactness is slightly hampered by the design of the smartphone holder. Here it does not retract inside the body, like the BlitzWolf, but simply folds. Thus thickening the entire gadget

But overall I was pleased with the assembly of the selfie stick. Even though it is plastic, including the hinge of the phone holder, everything is made of very high quality. By the way, the mount’s travel reserve is sufficient even for large “shovels” with a diagonal of 6 inches.

The handle is made of rough plastic without a soft coating, but the mount for the remote control is made of some kind of soft-touch silicone to hold it securely. There is no additional latch.

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At the same time, the layout of the Xiaomi Selfie Stick (Tripod) is such that when an iPhone or Android smartphone is installed on it, the remote control button faces down. That is, if you hold it with one hand, you will have to press with your index finger, and not with your thumb, as usual. In my opinion, this is a little strange - nothing prevented me from turning it 180% to the usual position.

As you already understand, the handle of the Xiaomi selfie stick folds out into a tripod with a slight movement of the hand and turns into a small tripod for remote use. And here it’s worth remembering BlitzWolf again. Metal clamps were successfully fitted into his tripod, firmly securing the monopod in the open state.

Here there is not even a hint, which is why the whole structure seems more flimsy. One wrong move and the phone and tripod will fall to the floor. Fortunately, the height is small.

Baseus

I'll start with the most popular and compact selfie stick for iPhone - Baseus. Excellent quality, reasonable price and easily connects to iPhone via Bluetooth. The monopod extends up to 80 cm, and 19 cm when folded easily fits into a pocket. You can attach any iPhone to the Baseus monopod stick, from the iPhone SE to the iPhone XS Plus. The smartphone mounting bracket can be rotated 360°, which makes it possible to set the appropriate angle to get a good picture. The price of this selfie stick is 1,500 rubles, sold on.

Buy on Aliexpress

Why doesn't the button on the monopod work?

It’s one thing if the monopod button doesn’t work correctly —instead of taking photos, it turns up or down the phone volume. In this case, you just need to go to the camera settings on your smartphone, select “Action on the volume key” and set the “Shooting” function for this key.

If your smartphone does not respond at all to pressing the buttons on the monopod (provided that the device is charged), then this indicates incompatibility of the devices. Such problems most often occur with smartphones from Sony and Alcatel.

The whole problem, as a rule, lies in the design of the audio output jack - it is made for a headset and has four contacts in the plug.

Cheap monopods use 3-pin plugs. If this is the case, then for correct operation it is enough to buy an adapter for a 3.5 mm audio jack from 3 to 4 pin.

Even if the devices could not be paired, this will not prevent you from taking a good selfie. It is enough to set the timer for a few seconds in the standard camera application, press the “photo” button, move the smartphone to the desired distance and wait for the bird to fly out.

Selfie stick features

A selfie stick, or selfie stick, is a device that has become popular in recent years. This device has a different mount than the previous one, retractable parts to increase the image capture angle, and is also equipped with a button to control the camera shutter. The selfie stick, unlike a monopod, was created specifically for phones, which means it supports different operating systems: high-quality models can work with both iPhone and Android devices.

In addition, this accessory is suitable for a tablet. It all depends on the fastening (they are often designed for several diagonals at once).

Important! In addition to the control button, the selfie stick can have a built-in battery. It’s not difficult to understand why it’s needed: if gadgets are connected via Bluetooth, then synchronization requires power for the button.

The purpose of a selfie stick is simple – to get the best quality shot. It’s hard to take pictures of yourself against the backdrop of a beautiful landscape if the device is at arm’s length. The task is simplified if, due to the telescopic stick, it is removed 1-1.5 meters from the user. The problem of filming an entire group of people is solved in a similar way.

Due to the popularity of selfies, you can find a huge number of models on the market for a variety of devices: for iPhones and iPad tablets, as well as Android gadgets. There are selfie sticks that have several mounts included and can be used not only for smartphones and tablets, but also for action cameras.

Some tips on how to use a selfie stick and not regret it later

If you are going to shoot video using a selfie stick, unscrew the strap. The fact is that during sudden movements it can cause a jingling sound, which will be annoying when watching a video. If the strap uses a plastic base, then you can refuse to disconnect it.

After shooting in snow or rain, be sure to thoroughly wipe all sections of the monopod. Otherwise, a slow corrosion process will begin, due to which the product will open noticeably tighter.

Don't forget to charge your Bluetooth monopod from time to time. Otherwise, one day the battery may run low, after which it will no longer be possible to charge it.

Roreta 3 in 1 with Bluetooth

If you are an avid photographer and are looking for a selfie stick combined with a tripod, you should pay attention to the Benro 33. The selfie stick is available in three colors: red, blue and green. Extends up to 85 cm, and the smartphone compartment is wide enough to accommodate any iPhone.

The monopod kit includes: selfie stick, phone mount, GoPro mount

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How to connect Bluetooth monopods

Perhaps the vast majority of selfie sticks currently sold work with the help of the “blue tooth”. A wireless connection allows you not to worry about the condition of the cable, and preparing for shooting with such a monopod takes less time. Except for the very first use of the accessory, when the following actions are required:

Turn on the selfie stick. To do this, you need to move the switch to the desired position, or hold down the shutter button for a few seconds - it all depends on the design of the monopod.
Activate Bluetooth on your smartphone by clicking on the corresponding icon in the notification panel or in the connection settings.
The currently available Bluetooth connections will appear in the corresponding section. Select a name that belongs to the selfie stick.
If the accessory is not found, try restarting your smartphone. Do not forget that there is a possibility that the phone and the selfie stick will be incompatible with each other (especially if the device is running a very old version of the operating system).
If the network is found and you click on it, then you may only need to confirm your actions by clicking the “Ok” button.
Now go to the Camera app. You can start the photo shoot!

Please note that not all pre-installed Camera applications understand incoming wireless signals. If your program also does not produce any results after clicking on the corresponding button, you will have to download an alternative. For example, this could be the Camera360 app. It definitely supports signals coming from Bluetooth monopods and remote controls. There is also a customizable self-timer, which will be needed by people whose selfie stick is not able to connect to a smartphone (or if its battery suddenly runs out).

Don't forget to turn off the accessory after each photo shoot. The fact is that Bluetooth consumes the power of a modest battery quite quickly. The selfie stick is charged using a regular AC adapter, the wire of which is inserted into the micro-USB connector.

Voice control

If you couldn’t figure out how to connect a selfie stick to a mobile phone, or for some reason this is impossible, then you can take photos using voice commands. This function is available in Galaxy Note , Xiaomi smartphones and other devices on Android and IOS.

How to set up:

Launch the Camera .
Click on “ Settings ” in the upper right corner.
Find the item “ Voice Control ”.
Enable this feature.

This menu will also contain a list of voice commands that can be used to control the camera. Apple smartphones can use the Siri voice assistant for this function.

Advice. If phones do not have voice control functions for the camera, then you can use third-party applications, such as “VoVoCam”. But it is worth considering that some programs do not recognize the Russian language and commands will have to be given in English.

What does it consist of?

The selfie stick consists of two main parts:

When folded, the stick is a handle that is convenient to hold in your hand. It has one or more buttons. The main one is for releasing the shutter, two are for zooming. Sometimes a number of other functions are added, for example changing the exposure. The stick itself extends from the handle, folding like a telescope. As a rule, there are 5-7 telescopic sections, and the length of the monopod depends on this, 70-120 cm. In order for the shooting to be convenient and comfortable, and for the models to have access to additional angles, there must be a groove in the retractable part. It will prevent the smartphone from scrolling relative to the handle when trying to make the angle more accurate.
The part that holds the mobile. It is connected to the monopod with a hinge to change the angle of inclination. The smartphone is always inserted horizontally; the elastic sliding mount accommodates smartphones of any width. In some models, in this part you can find a wire with a connecting plug with a mini-jack; it is inserted into the headphone jack.

Important: not every selfie stick will fit a specific phone. Depending on the manufacturer and operating system, the selfie stick may behave differently. Those who plan to shoot on Android need to be careful, especially if the phone does not allow you to programmatically reconfigure the functions of the buttons. It is advisable to find out how to connect them before purchasing, and if possible, test them.

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