Victiv Camera Tripod
Score: 75/100
Neewer Basics 66.5-inch Tripod
Score: 73/100Rankings
The VICTIV 74" tripod offers a tall 188 cm reach, a detachable 3-way pan head and a dedicated phone holder while staying under 1.4 kg, targeting vloggers and mobile creators. Its thin legs and plastic head parts can introduce wobble at full extension, limiting stability for heavier gear. Best for beginners to intermediate creators who need height and phone mounting without a premium budget.
The Neewer Basics TP12 is a compact, lightweight travel tripod with a 169 cm maximum height, 5 kg load capacity, and an Arca-type ball head plus phone holder, offering strong value for budget-conscious creators. Its reliance on plastic parts and occasional leg-lock looseness limit long-term ruggedness. Ideal for travelers, vloggers, and photographers needing portability without sacrificing load capacity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 1.36 kg | 1.33 kgbest |
6.35 kgbest | 5 kg | |
188 cmbest | 169 cm | |
| ↓ lower better | 49.5 cmbest | 51 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 48.3 cmbest | 51 cm |
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1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Maximum Height (cm) | 188 cm | 169 cm |
Minimum Height (cm) | 48.3 cm | 51 cm |
Load Capacity (kg) | 6.35 kg | 5 kg |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.36 kg | 1.33 kg |
Folded Length (cm) | 49.5 cm | 51 cm |
Material | Aluminum alloy | Aluminum Alloy, Plastic |
Features(2) | ||
Head Type | 3-way pan head | Ball head |
Leg Lock Type | Flip-lock | Fast leg locks |
General Specs(1) | ||
Compatibility | DSLR, Smartphone, GoPro, etc. | DSLR, Smartphone |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Tripod, universal phone holder, extra quick release plate, 3-way pan head, handle, 3 non-slip pads, carry bag | Phone Holder, L-shaped Hex Key, Carrying Bag, User Manual |
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Professional reviewers and editors commend the VICTIV 74" for its impressive 74-inch height, quick flip-lock leg system, and versatile detachable 3-way pan head that offers 360° pan and up to 180° tilt. They value the included phone mount and solid quick-release plate, noting good overall value for mobile creators. Minor criticisms focus on some jiggle at full extension, thinner top legs, and the presence of plastic in the head, which may affect perceived durability.
Everyday users love the tripod's tall reach, fast setup, and the included adjustable phone holder, calling it well-made and ideal for beginners and vloggers. Common complaints revolve around occasional wobbliness when fully extended, stiffness in the pan head on new units, and a desire for a sturdier, all-metal construction for heavier gear.
“Users appreciate the phone holder for quick landscape-to-portrait switches and fast leg locks for vlogging.”
“One notes it's rigid enough to hold inverted setups and lacks only minor extras like a handle, which is acceptable for the price.”
Professional reviewers consider the TP12 one of the best budget travel tripods, praising its lightweight yet sturdy construction, high 11 lb load capacity, smooth 40 mm panoramic head, and versatile invertible column. Minor criticisms focus on the missing built-in handle and occasional perceived heaviness, but overall the tripod is seen as offering superior stability and feature set for its price.
Everyday users consistently commend the TP12 for its light weight, compact size, solid stability, and the handy phone holder, noting it delivers great value. Recurring complaints revolve around material quality concerns, occasional leg-lock looseness, and the lack of a dedicated carrying handle or robust case.
