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A phone stand for a desk props your phone up so you can read it, watch it or take a video call without holding it. On a small desk the stand has to earn its space, so the footprint matters as much as the angle. This guide compares six phone stands whose Amazon listings state their size, material and how thick a phone case they take. We have not tested them. Every figure below comes from the listing as we read it on 2026-10-17, and where a listing contradicts itself we show both numbers.
Quick answer
For a compact folding stand that holds a phone in a case, start with the Nulaxy A4 (Pick 1): aluminum, 3.54 x 3.07 x 4.13 inches as listed, and a case limit of 18 mm. If you want the screen higher, the Lamicall (Pick 2) extends up to 3.2 inches by its own bullet. The Amazon Basics stand (Pick 3) is the one to look at if you also prop a small tablet, because its listing covers 4 to 10 inch devices and states an 11-pound limit. The LISEN (Pick 5) is the tallest and takes the most desk space. If you only need a stand for an occasional video call, you may not need to buy anything: a stack of books at the right height does the same job, as long as the phone cannot slide off.
How we chose
We kept stands that the listing describes as a desk or tabletop phone stand, with a size we could read. We compared what a small-desk owner can check before ordering.
- Footprint and folded size: the listed dimensions, and whether the stand folds.
- Case limit: a hook that is too narrow will not take a phone in a case. Only some listings state the limit.
- Adjustability: angle only, or angle and height.
- Charging access: whether the listing mentions a charging cutout or hole.
- Listing gaps: weight limits, thickness and warranty are often not stated. We say so each time.
The listings do not give the numbers a stand-by-stand test would, such as how far the stand tips under a tap, so we do not rank stability. We repeat the maker’s claims and mark them as claims.
Comparison table
| Pick | Listed size (inches) | Listed weight | Material | Case limit stated | Adjusts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Nulaxy A4 | 3.54 x 3.07 x 4.13 | 3.84 oz | Aluminum, rubber | 18 mm (0.71 in) | Angle, foldable |
| 2. Lamicall DP13-EU-B | 4.45 x 2.75 x 4.52 | 7 oz | ABS plastic, metal | 0.71 in | Angle and height (up to 3.2 in) |
| 3. Amazon Basics L6LSH001-CS-R | 3.9 x 3.4 x 1.4 | 6.5 oz | Metal (zinc alloy per bullet) | Not stated | Multiple angles, folds flat |
| 4. Acrylic stand (brand field: Crpich) | Not stated | 0.008 oz (looks wrong) | Acrylic | Not stated | No adjustment described |
| 5. LISEN LE752 | 4.33 x 4.33 x 8.53 | 8.5 oz | Plastic | Not stated (says it fits an Otterbox-type case) | Height 7.1-8.5 in, angle 5-85 degrees |
| 6. OMOTON C2 | 3.58 x 2.36 x 3.54 | 6.3 oz | Aluminum | 19 mm | Multiple angles, 270 degree rotation |
The table follows the order of the picks below, not a ranking by quality.
Our six picks
1. Nulaxy Full Aluminum Dual Folding Cell Phone Stand, Black (A4) (Best compact folding stand)
Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-17):
- Dimensions: 3.54 x 3.07 x 4.13 inches
- Weight: 3.84 ounces
- Material: Aluminum, rubber
- Fits: 4 to 8 inch smartphones and e-readers (Switch and Kindle named)
- Case limit: hook width 18 mm, device thickness no more than 0.71 inch
Pros
- Lightest of the metal stands here by its listed weight
- States the case limit in both millimeters and inches
- Rubber pads on the contact points, per the listing
Cons
- The listing gives no weight limit and no height adjustment range
- The “warm tips” bullet says a phone of 6 to 8 inches should sit in landscape for more stability, so a large phone in portrait is the weak case
Best for: A small desk where the stand lives in a drawer between calls
Skip if: You want to raise the screen toward eye level, since the listing states no height range
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2. Lamicall Cell Phone Stand for Desk, Height Angle Adjustable (DP13-EU-B) (Best for adjustable height)
Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-17):
- Dimensions: 4.45 x 2.75 x 4.52 inches
- Weight: 7 ounces
- Material: ABS plastic and metal
- Fits: 4 to 8 inch phones and tablets, listed with iPad mini, Switch and e-book readers
- Case limit: up to 0.71 inch thick
- Height: bullet says the height can be extended up to 3.2 inches
Pros
- Height and angle both adjust, so the phone can sit nearer the screen
- Bi-folding design that the listing calls pocket-sized when folded
- Weighted metal rod and base, per the listing
Cons
- Heavier than the Nulaxy at a listed 7 ounces, so it is less of a throw-in-a-bag item
- The listing does not give the folded dimensions
Best for: Raising the phone a few inches for video calls
Skip if: You want the lightest possible stand
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3. Amazon Basics Multi-Angle Portable Foldable Stand, Silver (L6LSH001-CS-R) (Best for a phone and a small tablet)
Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-17):
- Dimensions: 3.9 x 3.4 x 1.4 inches
- Weight: 6.5 ounces
- Material: Metal; the bullet says a zinc-alloy body
- Fits: a 4 to 10 inch tablet, e-reader or smartphone
- Weight limit: bullet says it holds up to 11 pounds
- Warranty: Amazon Basics 1-Year Limited Warranty, per the listing
Pros
- The only pick here with a stated weight limit and a stated warranty
- Folds flat, so the listed 1.4-inch depth is the storage size
- Works in portrait or landscape, with a side button for the angle
Cons
- The title and bullets lead with tablets and e-readers, so it is not a phone-first design
- No case thickness limit is stated
- The listing does not state a charging cutout
Best for: One stand that has to hold a phone one day and an e-reader the next
Skip if: You need to charge the phone while it sits in the stand
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4. Acrylic Cell Phone Stand, Clear (brand field: Crpich) (Best low-profile clear look)
Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-17):
- Material: Acrylic
- Fits: 4 to 8 inch smartphones, including with cases, plus tablets and e-readers
- Features: built-in charging port, two protective hooks, rubber pads
- Weight: listed as 0.008 ounces, which cannot be right for a physical stand
- Dimensions: not stated in the specs we read
Pros
- Clear acrylic keeps the desk looking uncluttered
- Charging port, so a cable can reach the phone while it stands
Cons
- No dimensions, no case limit, no weight limit and an unreliable weight figure
- The title names no brand; the brand shows only in the specs
- The listing does not describe any angle or height adjustment
Best for: A simple stand that you leave in one spot
Skip if: You need to check the size before buying, since the listing does not state it
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5. LISEN Cell Phone Stand Phone Holder for Desk (LE752) (Best for eye-level height)
Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-17):
- Dimensions: 4.33 x 4.33 x 8.53 inches
- Weight: 8.5 ounces
- Material: Plastic
- Height range: 7.1 to 8.5 inches, a 1.4-inch range, per the bullet
- Angle range: 5 to 85 degrees, per the bullet
- Extras: built-in charging hole and cable management, anti-slip silicone, 365-day damage support promise
Pros
- Tallest stand here, so the phone can sit beside a monitor
- Charging hole and cable routing, per the listing
- States its angle range in degrees (5 to 85)
Cons
- Largest footprint of the six at 4.33 x 4.33 inches
- The listing shows model number LE752 and manufacturer part number LE733, so confirm the item before you order
- Fastening type is listed as screw, and the listing does not say whether it folds
- No case thickness limit is stated
Best for: A phone that sits beside the screen at roughly eye height all day
Skip if: The desk is narrow or you want a stand you can fold away
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6. OMOTON C2 Adjustable Aluminum Cell Phone Stand with Charging Cutout, Silver (Best small footprint)
Specs from the listing (checked 2026-10-17):
- Dimensions: 3.58 x 2.36 x 3.54 inches in the specs table
- Weight: 6.3 ounces
- Material: Aluminum, 3 mm base per the bullet
- Fits: 4 to 8 inch smartphones and iPad mini
- Case limit: listing highlight says it works with cases up to 19 mm thick
- Angle: multiple angles, 270 degree rotation per the bullet
Pros
- Smallest listed footprint of the six, at 3.58 x 2.36 inches
- Charging cutout in the title
- Highest case limit stated, at 19 mm
Cons
- The bullet gives 4.1 x 3 x 4.4 inches, which does not match the specs table, so measure your desk space with the larger figure
- No height adjustment is described
Best for: A narrow desk where depth is limited and the phone wears a thicker case
Skip if: You want the screen higher than the stand’s fixed body allows
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Worked example: will it fit your desk and your case?
Two numbers decide most returns, and both take a minute to check. The figures below are our own arithmetic on the listed values, not a standard.
Check the case first
Measure the thickest point of your phone with its case on, at the camera bump if the case has one. Say it measures 17 mm.
- Nulaxy: limit 18 mm. 17 is under 18, so it fits.
- Lamicall: limit 0.71 inch. 0.71 x 25.4 = 18.03 mm, so a 17 mm phone fits.
- OMOTON: limit 19 mm. It fits.
- Amazon Basics, LISEN, acrylic stand: no limit stated, so this phone is a guess.
A 20 mm phone in a rugged case fails every stated limit. Skip the hook stands and look for a different style.
Then the footprint
Multiply the first two listed dimensions to compare how much desk each stand uses. This is a rough comparison, because the listings do not say which edge is the base.
- OMOTON: 3.58 x 2.36 = about 8.4 square inches
- Nulaxy: 3.54 x 3.07 = about 10.9 square inches
- Lamicall: 4.45 x 2.75 = about 12.2 square inches
- Amazon Basics: 3.9 x 3.4 = about 13.3 square inches
- LISEN: 4.33 x 4.33 = about 18.7 square inches
On a desk where you already struggle for room, the LISEN uses more than twice the space of the OMOTON. The acrylic stand is left out because its size is not stated.
Mistakes to avoid
- Ignoring the case. A stand that holds a bare phone may not take it in a thick case. Only Picks 1, 2 and 6 state a limit.
- Trusting one dimension. The OMOTON listing gives two different sizes and the Acrylic stand gives none. Treat the larger figure as the safe one when you measure space.
- Using a large phone in portrait on a light stand. The Nulaxy listing itself says 6 to 8 inch devices should go in landscape for stability.
- Buying a tablet stand for a phone, or the reverse. Pick 3 is made for devices up to 10 inches, while the hook stands are listed for 4 to 8 inches.
- Forgetting the cable. If you charge at your desk, pick a stand that mentions a charging cutout (Picks 4, 5 and 6) or plan a clip. Our cable management for a small desk guide covers that side.
Who should skip buying one
If you only prop the phone up now and then, a rolled towel or a stack of books at the right height works and takes no room. If your desk is already full, think about the wider layout first. Our guide on how to maximize space on a small desk and the monitor stands and desk shelves roundup are good places to look for ways to free surface area. For the main screen, start with the desk ergonomic set-up post, and place a phone stand so it does not pull your gaze further away from the monitor.
Related guides
Read more: Small home office checklist.
Read more: Cable management for a small desk.
FAQ
Which phone stand fits a thick case?
The OMOTON C2 states the highest limit, 19 mm. The Nulaxy states 18 mm and the Lamicall states 0.71 inch, which is about 18 mm. The other three listings do not give a limit.
Which one takes the least desk space?
By the first two listed dimensions the OMOTON C2 is smallest, at about 8.4 square inches. The LISEN is the largest of the stands with a stated size, at about 18.7 square inches.
Can I charge the phone while it is on the stand?
The OMOTON title mentions a charging cutout. The LISEN listing mentions a charging hole and cable management, and the acrylic listing mentions a built-in charging port. The Nulaxy, Lamicall and Amazon Basics listings do not mention charging access in the parts we read.
Can the same stand hold a tablet?
The Amazon Basics stand is listed for 4 to 10 inch devices and states an 11-pound limit. The Nulaxy and Lamicall are listed for 4 to 8 inch devices, with the Lamicall naming an iPad mini. The OMOTON also names iPad mini.
Does a stand improve posture?
Some listings claim it does, such as the LISEN bullet about neck strain. We did not look for a source on that, so we leave it as the seller’s claim. Putting the phone near eye height is a common-sense comfort choice, not a measured result from these products.
Do I need a height-adjustable stand?
Only if the phone sits next to a monitor or if you take long video calls. The Lamicall (up to 3.2 inches extra height) and the LISEN (7.1 to 8.5 inches) state a height range. The others do not.
Bottom line
Pick the Nulaxy for the lightest foldable stand, the Lamicall if you want the phone raised, the Amazon Basics if it will also hold a small tablet, the OMOTON for the smallest footprint and the biggest stated case limit, and the LISEN if height matters more than space. Measure your case and your free desk space first, and skip the acrylic stand unless the seller adds its size. Check the current price on Amazon before you buy.
