If you are cyclist and you like to mount your phone to bikes, you probably heard of QuadLock.
It’s been around for years and gives you this locking mechanism in a case, that then
attaches to the mount on the bike.
But...
there’s a new kid on the block, and boy they came out swinging with this one!
This is IntraLock.
It’s a brand new product from Mous.
Mous are a relatively new player in the phone accessory space, and produce really high quality
protective cases.
Full disclosure, this video is NOT sponsored.
But Mous did send me their IntraLock kit to try out.
We’re gonna go over the installation process, the quality of the mounts and how easy (OR
NOT) they are to use...
And we will review the phone cases themselves.
I do have a QuadLock kit here too so why not compare these two products?
The best way to do this... is to go on a bike ride!
Hang on... just putting my lycra on...
Just kidding!
I will make it look like I am going right now...
But yeah..
I’ve already been.
## Installation
But before we set out on a bike ride, we gotta install the mounts.
How easy is it to install and how do they compare?
QUADLOCK INSTALLATION
With the QuadLock, you’re gonna need this Allen key which they send with the product.
They also send some spacers for the different handlebars diameters.
For me, I didn’t need a spacer initially but then decided to use the thinner one to
make it a bit tighter.
With the Mous IntraLock you get this super convenient thumbscrew!!
If you have used a GoPro you will be familiar with this.
So much more convenient!
You do have the option to add a screw, which they send with a tool for a more permanent
fix.
But I like the ability to loosen it and change the angles, and I will explain why later!
## Locking Mechanism
The QuadLock mechanism works by you placing the phone at an angle on the mount and twisting
it until it’s locked.
To remove the phone from the mount, you push this lever here and turn the phone the opposite
way.
It does take a bit of practice to get used to it...
Well, quite a bit of practice.
Especially in the winter months when you are likely wearing gloves, I found it really tricky
to use it.
But eventually...
I guess you will be able to do this one-handed.
We will talk about the case in more detail shortly, but the QuadLock case has this bump
in the middle where you can attach the mount to.
You can see here, it is slightly elevated too.
The IntraLock from Mous has these four clips here, two of which move when you push the
sides.
But ALSO has MAGNETS which helps you guide the case when attaching it to the mount.
This is their new EVOLUTION case.
And on the Mous case itself it has these four grooves here, but no added bulge to the case.
And has a magnet which keeps it nice and strong in there.
And I am not just saying this...
I’ve put it to the test.
I actually fell off the bike, and the thing stayed on with my phone still attached.
No problem.
Embarrassing I know but...
It did what is supposed to do!
I am alright, it was just a bit slippery there.
When it comes to the quality of the mounts, I gotta give it Mous here, they made this
super convenient for you.
A very practical example is when using something like Strava to track your ride and check your
performance.
But let’d say... you decide to record a bit of footage instead.
With the IntraLock, because it requires no tools, you can very easily adjust the angle,
just by loosening the mount with thumb screw.
And start recording.
It’s that simple!
I don’t know if this was the intention from Mous, but I just intuitively used it in that
way.
And because it’s so easy to do, I was able to change orientation whilst riding.
Probably not the safest thing to do but it was dead easy.
I didn’t even try that with the QuadLock because it was that much tricker to get it
right first time.
And it would require using an allen key to loosen the mount and change the angle.
And...
AIN’T NOBODY GOT TIME FOR THAT!
In terms of general use then, how easy is it to use?
Again, the IntraLock because of the magnetic elements, it makes it SUPER easy to use.
Even if it’s dark or you can’t attach it straight away, those magnets help you guide
the lock towards the center and boom, you’re done.
With the QuadLock, there this whole twisting, pushing and turning that... eventually you
get it, but it’s just not as convenient.
But maybe I am biased, maybe I like Mous too much and I want it to be easy.
So to try and eliminate that bias, I gave both products to my son and asked him to try
and install it without any instructions.
And here’s the result.
No more questions, your honour.
When it comes to the cases themselves, I feel like this is such an important part of the
product.
And one that I feel QuadLock has neglected really.
They focused on getting the locking mechanism on the case.
But didn’t spend much time making the case more functional.
The only good thing on the QuadLock case is that they use this soft fibre material inside.
But the buttons kinda suck, and the protection is almost non-existent!
I know I am comparing this with Mous which is what I consider to be the Gold standard
in terms of protection, but come on..
This is just such a poor designed case that it only serves the purpose of attaching the
phone to the mount.
When you get to your destination and you want to use your phone, it’s very slippery.
They added a metal ring accessory which you can buy for $15 bucks but that’s no good
because that doesn't then work wireless chargers...
Yeah, I could go on...
Mous have done a great job in making this case something you can attach to things but
they went beyond and made the case actually functional, pretty much like their normal
cases.
In fact.. .and this may be controversial, but you see these grooves on the side here.
That’s better than the design on their normal cases!
As customers, I think we’ve all been asking for something like this in their normal cases.
So that’s great, but that’s just one aspect.
The buttons feel really nice and tactile.
Even with gloves on, I was able to use this without any issues.
Plus, the colour are great too.
Nice and high vis...
You know its the small details like this that I think make this product such a big win.
The back is nice and textured too for that added grip and inside they have SOOOO many
protective features!!
AiroShock that we know and love from their normal cases...
There’s a grippy, kinda rubberised back which feels nice on the back of the phone
too.
AND MAGSAFE SUPPORT!!
This video is already getting too long so I will leave it there but I think they nailed
it with this product.
One of the differences in desig is the fact you have these openings at the back versus
the QuadLock which has no openings.
In my short experience using them so far, neither case caused any debris to get in there
and even if it did, I feel like this soft material in both cases would stop any scratches.
The case is quite tight to the phone too so I think it will be hard for anything to get
in there.
How much do they cost then?
This QuadLock kit here which is the 13 Pro Max Out Front model, costs $69.90 dollars.
You can add other accessories like a camera/light adaptor for 10 bucks or a ring for 15 bucks
for example, but the main bike kit is $69.90 dollars or £50 quid here in the UK.
At the time of recording the IntraLock product hasn’t been launched yet but you can safely
assume it will be very similarly priced to the QuadLock product.
It might be already available for pre-order, I am not sure.
Just check the link in the description, for a sweet 15% OFF!!
I mean, that’s a decent deal right there!!
So in terms of the bike mounts and the case, I think Mous offer a much more convenient
product.
QuadLock does have an advantage of supporting lots of Android devices, not just the iPhone
- though I am told Mous will look at Android devices soon.
But honestly, that’s kind of where the advantages stop for me.
The case from Mous is far superior, in looks, in ergonomics, PROTECTION and FUNCTIONALITY.
If you are on the market for a new bike mount, it’s really hard to argue, Mous is definitely
offers a better package here.
Their customer service is superb too and I feel like I should mention that because not
every brand is like that.
I said this before here, I really value the care and attention that you get from Mous.
But like Apple say...there’s..
ONE MORE THING!
This is the IntraLock accessory for camera mount.
More specifically, it has a GoPro mount.
it’s genius!!
You might have an old GoPro HERO 4 like this one sitting around and lots of the mounts
that you don’t use anymore!
Well, Mous has just given them all new life with this product.
You can use it on a tripod like this one from GoPro or any tripod that has this GoPro mount.
But crucially you can attach this to things.
Not just bikes...
But for example...
A car mount, a helmet - although that may look a bit silly - But you never know, the
point is, as a creator, the best camera is the one you have on you!
And the camera on your phone is always on you!
With this mount, you be a little bit different and create videos from different angles.
and let’s be honest, the convenience of it...
With the GoPro, you can sort of use the software on it to upload or stream but it’s fiddly...
If the footage is already on your phone,.....
You know, that TikTok or Instagram reel is a couple of clicks away from being shared.
Yeah you can’t beat that!
This is why I am genuinely so excited about this product...
Listen, I will be reviewing this in more detail after I’ve used it for a while and I am
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out on the next one!
and I will see you and your smiling faces on the next one!