You should be a bit careful while choosing a selfie sticks, because there are different kinds of selfie sticks available in market — Bluetooth-based ones, wired ones and others. These sticks vary in terms of length, which is also a factor to be considered. Compatibility with devices is also to be noted. To help you select the best, we’ve created a list of 10 best selfie sticks you can buy, at a reasonable price. It is to be noted that these sticks are compatible with most of newly-launched Smartphones.
Best Selfie Sticks
1. The Alaska Life Monopod Selfie Stick
The Alaska Life Monopod Selfie Stick is one of the most rugged selfie sticks available, for it’s made not only for those Smartphones but also for using GoPro cameras. You can use it with a variety of Smartphones, including iPhone 6s and any other device that has a width less than 80mm. Also, there’s provision for connecting your GoPro in a safe manner. There’s no Bluetooth or in-built shutter button options in the stick and you will have to depend upon timer function of your Smartphone camera to get selfie captured. Or, if you really need a remote shutter release option, you can get an additional remote separately. Just as other products from The Alaska Life, this stick is a good companion for the adventurous people out there, who can’t get an ‘adventurous’ selfie off the list. And yes, it is waterproof too.
2. Mpow iSnap Extendable Selfie Stick
This selfie stick comes with in-built support for Bluetooth, meaning that you just have to click the shutter to capture, given that you have paired the stick with Smartphone. Mpow iSnap Extendable Selfie Stick has a one-piece structure and it will perfectly fit your pocket or hand, as it has a length of 7.1 inches. Well, when extended, it can be brought in to a maximum of 31.5 inches. You can charge the stick using your common phone charger and it gives a backup of 1 hour, as per what other customers say. The accessory offers official compatibility with iPhone 6s, iPhone 5s, Galaxy S6, S5 etc, but it should be fine with a width between 5.5cm and 8.5cm. If for nothing else, you can choose it for the pocket size structure.
3. PerfectDay QuickSnap Extendable Selfie Stick
PerfectDay QuickSnap Extendable Selfie Stick is a universal selfie stick that can be extended up to 3.5 feet to capture superb selfie shots. Being universal, you can connect almost every Smartphone with the stick and it uses wired mode for shutter release. You have to plug the cable into audio jack and then press the shutter release button to capture — it is as simple as that. In some cases, however, you will have to install an application for syncing the audio jack and camera button, but in some other, it works by default. The best part is that you don’t have Bluetooth connections or draining battery to worry about. By the way, PerfectDay QuickSnap Extendable Selfie Stick can be adjusted to fit big variety of angles, as per your need.
4. Kiwii Wired Selfie Stick
Kiwii Wired Selfie Stick has a truly sleek design, which is quite comfortable to hold, given the one-piece structure it is having. You just got to plug the cable into audio jack and you can start capturing selfie snaps using its in-built button, which is accessible as well. It comes with a 270 Degree adjustable head, meaning that you can adjust the selfie stick to suit your purpose. Moreover, the company says that it would work with any smartphone and there is no pairing or installation procedures involved whatsoever. Kiwii Wired Selfie Stick, on the other hand, uses your Smartphone battery to power the shutter release button. The stick is just 8 inches when you want to hold it but it can be made up to 32 inches at maximum.
5. Noot Extendible Selfie Stick
Made for both Android and iOS Smartphones out there, Noot Extendible Selfie Stick can easily be connected to your device through the audio jack. You don’t have to install any app or driver to get that done — just plug and play. The universal phone holder has a maximum width of 8.5cm and the minimum should be 5.6cm, for that matter. It needs to be noted that Noot Extendible Selfie Stick can be extended up to a length of 105cm, which is good-enough to go in most situations. Apart from official support for popular devices like iPhone 6s, 6s Plus, LG G3, HTC One M9 and Moto X, Noot says that the selfie stick would work fine with any other device. And, when retracted, it’s just 23.5cm long.
6. FugeTek Professional Selfie Stick & Monopod
As the name says, FugeTek Professional Selfie Stick & Monopod is for those who need professional selfies. It has to be noted that you can connect not only Smartphones, but also GoPro cameras and DSLR cameras. From every aspect, FugeTek Professional Selfie Stick & Monopod takes the stage, let it be security or productivity. For instance, it has a maximum length of 49 inches and the Quick Flip Lock system to ensure that the device doesn’t fall down. It has a removable Bluetooth shutter method and in that Bluetooth mode, it offers a good standby time. Using a full charge that takes up to 2 hours to complete, you can have 300 hours of standby time. Also, it needs to be noted that it does not come with GoPro tripod adaptor. Non-slip rubber grip is indeed a great feature.
7. Kootek Bluetooth Monopod Selfie Stick
Kootek Bluetooth Monopod Selfie Stick is a rechargeable selfie stick that comes with an in-built shutter button. As its name says, you can use Bluetooth connection to pair the selfie stick. It can be brought into a maximum range of up to 40 inches, despite the sleeker design of 9.25 inches when you hold it in your hand. Once attached to the holder, your phone can be rotated 180 Degrees and this availability of rotation would be useful in non-casual-selfie cases. As per what customers say, battery life of Bluetooth shutter is promising and it can be charged using micro USB, which makes everything simpler. Kootek Bluetooth Monopod Selfie Stick supports all devices that have a width of 4.5 inches to 5.3 inches and height of 2.95 inches to 4.13 inches. Kootek has included a travel pouch too.
8. Spigen Bluetooth Selfie Stick
Quite lightweight and with a ease-of-use design, Spigen Bluetooth Selfie Stick is a good choice when you prefer selfie stick that’s small. It’s so compact that it will stay in your pocket, and can be brought to the full size when you want to connect the device. Talking of compatibility, Bluetooth pairing function of Spigen Bluetooth Selfie Stick is said to be fine with almost every Android and iOS device. The rubberized mount ensures that the phone is not subjected to any kind of scratches or tears when you’ve attached it. Despite having a comfortable handling length of 7.3 inches, it can be brought into 31.5 inches when it’s selfie time. It has a lock adjustment system as well.
9. The Memory Journalists Bluetooth Selfie Stick
The Memory Journalists Bluetooth Selfie Stick is one of the rare selfie sticks that are recommended by users as well as experts out there, for the blend of simplicity and perfect. Just like the above mentioned one, this selfie sticks has a pocket-friendly design, with a length of 7.5 inches when retracted. On the other hand, the one-piece selfie stick can be extended up to 34 inches when you want and the head offers 270 degree rotation. Using its Bluetooth-based way you will be able to capture selfies as well as record videos and the Lithium-Ion battery will last up to 1 hour on single charge. The Memory Journalists Bluetooth Selfie Stick works fine with iPhone 6s, 6s Plus, 5S, Samsung Galaxy S6, S5, Moto X, Nexus 5X, LG G3 and many other devices, but Windows Phone and GoPro are not in the current list.
10. Aukey One-Piece Bluetooth Selfie Stick
This U-shaped selfie stick is way too small to be held comfortably in your pocket, with a length of 7.1 inches when it’s retracted. It has to be noted that Aukey has used high-quality material for building this universal selfie stick and it comes with a classy look as well. The selfie sticks is based on Bluetooth shutter release system, which can be paired with any device, quite easily. Regardless of the brands and whether you use a case, Aukey One-Piece Bluetooth Selfie Stick would work fine if the width is between 5.49cm to 8.51cm. in addition, it has a 270 degree rotatable head, for those who need a bit adventurous selfie shots. Just have a look at the stick and you would know how small it really is. SEE ALSO: 15 Best Selfie Apps For Your Smartphone Well, which selfie stick are you using? Do you prefer the Bluetooth-based ones or wired ones? We’d love to hear from you.