Great Pros, couple of manageable Cons . . .
This is a good design that is sturdy, easy to install and does not feel cheaply made. We use it to fit iPad Air 2 with a hinged keyboard in our patrol cruisers so agents can do all their reports while on property, including recording violations and tickets. We are a highend security company. Highend in our case means that all agents have military of law enforcement background and are quipped with military grade gear do to their job, such as FLIR, and driving nice vehicles.
Out of the box the mounting brackets are easy to understand but we faced a couple of issues. The bolt provided didn't fit neither the car seat bolt or the provided bolt. That meant a trip to the hardware store to get the right bolt. A bit of a pain, but ultimately that's no big deal.
Depending on the vehicle you put it in, be aware that you are taking leg space from the passenger side. That means if this is for your family vehicle because you are a sales rep and use your personal car for work, then someone in your family will complain. This is not something you can easily move out of the way without consequences. But, however, it is something you can really work on and that will handle weight of the laptop and you taking tight corners if you are an aggressive driver.
The quick adjust handle is awesome! It allows to rotate and tilt the tray quickly and easily. So, if you need to show something to a client or your ride along it is easily done.
One thing to watch for are all the little tightening knobs under and around the tray. they are necessary to accommodate the variety of electronic you would want on that tray, but with the driving then loosen, so once in a while, or as you get in your cruiser everyday, go around and under the tray with your hand and tighten everything. I don't think that there could be a way around that small issue.
I will buy this product again for other cruisers as we grow our fleet. I may consider the more expensive model that has a collapsible tube that may allow for an adjustment that will save leg room for the passenger.
I will post again in a year or so to speak to the longevity of the product.
| Brand | Mobotron |
|---|---|
| Item model number | MS-426 |
| Item Weight | 5.71 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 15 x 10 x 6 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 15 x 10 x 6 inches |
| Color | Silver & Black |
| Manufacturer | Agiletek Corporation |
| ASIN | B004Q287M6 |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | March 1, 2011 |
