HandyPod 2 - Mini Tripod

JOBY HandyPod 2 Mini Tripod — The Pocketable Tripod Every Traveling Creator Needs

The gist: A genuinely pocketable mini tripod that supports smartphones, action cameras, and compact mirrorless cameras — built for creators who shoot on the move.

• Ultra-compact: Folds to just 7.3″ (18.5 cm) and weighs roughly 170g — fits in a jacket pocket and adds almost no weight to any travel bag.
• Solid payload: Rated to hold up to 1kg (2.2 lbs), which covers most travel mirrorless bodies, action cameras, and phones with heavy cases.
• Push-button ball head: Positions and locks in one motion — no threading or tightening a separate collar while chasing golden hour light.
• Universal 1/4″ thread: Mounts phones (up to 8.8cm wide), mirrorless cameras, or a microphone without adapters.

Adorama lists it as a go-to table-top tripod for travel shooters, and JOBY’s own spec page confirms the 5.3″ standing height works well on cafe tables, railings, and windowsills.

Best for: Nomads and vloggers who need a stable shooting surface in hotels, airports, and outdoor locations. Skip it if: you need height above desk level — this is strictly a table-top/handheld tool, not a floor tripod. Runs ~$35 — check the current price before buying.