(Part 2) Best cell phone armbands according to redditors

That moment when you realize you’re a shopaholic...

1. Picked up a Jemache armband on Amazon this week. It does what it is supposed to do. I like the back pouch for holding cards/money/etc. My only complaint is that getting a phone in and out is a bit cumbersome. But for $14.99, it’s not bad.
   
   
2. Ordered more Baleaf shorts. For $15 on Amazon, they’re an absolute steal. Super comfortable and I haven’t had any issues with durability/fit.
   
   
3. Champion C9 compression tech shirt. Target was having a 20% off sale on men’s clothes last week. Some folks on here recommended them, so I picked one up for $10. I wore it for a jog earlier this week in 90 percent humidity. (Thanks, Alberto.) Even though it did absorb sweat like advertised, it felt uncomfortable and super hot. Honestly, I’ll probably put it in a drawer until fall.

I've had this one for a while, and it works pretty well for me.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B016OCHNZC/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Not a lady; but, still wanted to help a fellow Redditor Apple Watch Armband

I love this... I do cardio and running without any fear of it falling or getting loose on my arm... And it is only $10!

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G3GPHAS/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Hate to break it to you but that's just not going to happen. You need a phone for Twitter and Instagram and Hearthstone and texting on a watch is a pain in the ass. Any internet browsers on watches are as slow as hell at best and basically unusable due to the screen size. And why on Earth would you want to do everything on a tiny screen with a tiny battery?

If you're looking for an arm/wrist mounted computer then just strap a phone to your forearm. There's tons of these kinds of straps and a few of them are water resistant.

Sports Running Jogging Neoprene Forearm Smartphone Holder for iPhone 6 iPhone 5 with Case Motorola Moto X Samsung Galaxy S3


Cell Phone Armband for Running - Water Resistant Wristband for iPhone 7, 6S, Samsung Galaxy S7, S6 - Zippered Pocket Key Holder & Touch Screen Access - Earphone Hole - Stretches to Fit Forearm

iPhone 7 / 6 / 6S Running Armband-Zestrend Workout Forearm Wristband Phone Holder for Cycling Running Gym Jogging Sports,Suitable for iPhone 5s/5/ iPod touch/SE(For 3.5"- 5.0" Phone)

I've been waiting for this! Does anybody have any recommendations on forearm bands to hold your phone? I was hoping to get something like this so I can play Pokemon Go on my runs. I'm just concerned about them being uncomfortable or not working well. Any tips?

1. I use Endomondo, but it's the same idea as Nike+. Either way, it's not necessary, but it's fun to look at your pace and other stats after. For the actual timing, I use C25K Free.
   
   
2. An armband like this for you phone is a lifesaver
   
   
3. I have the same issue with ear buds i picked up these at Target. They are pretty cheap, and they have 3 sizes of rubber caps that you can choose to fit your ear.
   
   
4. I've been doing sidewalk/street in my neighborhood with no problems. I think convenient is key, so you don't have another reason to quit.
   
   
5. Water before and after is plenty, a half hour isn't long enough that you need to bring anything.
   
   
6. I don't know what the recommendations are, but I wake up, eat a piece of fruit while I'm getting ready, do my workout, then have breakfast after.
   
   
7. Running shoes are best, but you can get through the first week with your shoes, unless they are beat to hell maybe.

Contact your local locksmith for a 2nd key, much cheaper than going through dealer.


Otherwise maybe look at like a sports armband with a universal pouch? https://www.amazon.com/Outdoor-Multifunctional-Armband-Waterproof-Running/dp/B07Q2MZW5P for example

For bikes, I use this https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B073H2QYNS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also use a phone sized portable charger stored in something like this: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07JLNX1XD/ref=sspa_dk_detail_3?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07JLNX1XD&pd_rd_w=eZPrF&pf_rd_p=733540df-430d-45cd-9525-21bc15b0e6cc&pd_rd_wg=KHDyH&pf_rd_r=BYAH3JPXK0JR0Y2KYZMJ&pd_rd_r=0e9fc199-3b94-11e9-9a38-6f8ef4bd2a01

I look like a cyborg but, its really freaking convenient.


I use my backup phone on this bike mount for navigating to places I've never been to before so I don't have to keep checking my wrist when driving. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B013MDDEAO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Didn't catch that some how. What did you go with? I tried these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D9G1D5Q/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

but not too happy with the results (either too loose or too tight and doesn't hold the wand well), I'm ordering a different armband to see how that plays out.

I got this one on Amazon. I did a ton of research and that was the best I could really get. If your phone has a case, you'll have to take it off but it does have a card and key slot so there's that. I ran a 10k in it this morning and it was good to go.

I hear this may fit the 6P

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PSV281K

I use these headphones and this armband.

Amazon (and for you it's amazon.ca right?)

For the wrist -- Cell Phone Armband for Running - Water Resistant Wristband for iPhone 7, 6S, Samsung Galaxy S7, S6 - Zippered Pocket Key Holder & Touch Screen Access - Earphone Hole - Stretches to Fit Forearm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KC64JRM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_RsxyzbKBM8BDE

For the arm -- Water Resistant Cell Phone Armband: 5.2 Inch Case for iPhone 7, 6, 6S, SE, 5, 5C, 5S, and Samsung Galaxy S4, S3, S2, and HTC - Adjustable Reflective Velcro Workout Band, Key Holder & Screen Protector https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SXRXUFE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CtxyzbA8WG1BW

They have a ton of different options though.

Following this, I was wondering the same. Some of these might be limited by your headphones though. I have wireless ones, but if yours are wired I'd make sure to use something where you won't get tangled in them. This is the one I've been thinking about getting:: http://www.amazon.com/Mediabridge-Sport-Armband-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00G3GPHAS/ref=sr_1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1426613701&sr=1-3&keywords=galaxy+s4+armband I like that it seems easy to see and access the phone but not sure how important it is to be sweat resistant.

Ordering this was one of the dumbest purchases I've made on Amazon. Since then the ratings had dropped significantly, but a year ago it looked like a good idea. POS was falling apart in a month.

I ended up getting the Belkin Slim Fit using Amazon Price Match at Best Buy. It's a snug fit on the phone, you definitely have to take the phone out of whatever case you're using, but I like it, and it still holds well.

I use This TuneBelt because I am doing interval training now and like to be able to glance at and touch the screen if needed. Works great.

I use one of these to get into my parking lot at work - works great.

Google any variant of 'running headphones clip'. Here's one. Basically, there's an entire line-up of endless earplugs specifically designed to stay in your ear while you run. Oh, and as for your phone? There's a shit ton of products like that too, from things that velcro your phone onto your hip, to the more popular concept of strapping them to your arm.
Google things like 'dealing with phone' or 'runner's headphones' and things should come up immediately.
 
I'd like to note two things though. One, it doesn't matter who you are, how sexy you are, nothing -- you will look the polar opposite of cool if you're wearing a phone armband. So don't worry about aesthetics there. And two, there are so many concepts and styles of these products that it's gonna take a while to solve (e.g. finding the over-ear headphones you like most)

Something like this https://www.amazon.com/Cell-Stuff-Adjustable-Neoprene-Sports-Armband-Compatible/dp/B07RSBLQ21/

I have an iPhone and I put it in this Armband. It not only fits my iPhone, but behind it I store my ID and my debit card. I cold easily fit a key in there as well, but I usually just lock my keys into my car whenever I drive to a trail because I have the type of car that has keyless entry via a keypad on the side of the door.

Like this?

Hey OP,

I was on the look for the same thing.
Coming from the S7 Edge, I'd gotten used to a great armband from Supcase too.

Can't really help you that much yet, but I just purchased this armband a few days ago. Hope it works.

Good luck!

I've got an armband I bought on Amazon for my iPhone. Works great!

I use this arm band, its much easier than worrying about removing your phone at every stop. It has a thumb hole so it doesn't twist around your arm. It is 100% waterproof from my experience and has a pocket behind the phone part to keep a power bank or spare change in.

Sport Running Armband Forearm... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07HHWFJKS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

This super cheap model. It's just a simple band with a clear pocket that I can fit my phone into (HTC One V, so it's smaller than an iPhone).

The only negative aspect I've found with this is that the top is open (where you slip the phone in), so on rainy days I've been concerned for its safety.

I have been waiting for this one http://www.belkin.com/uk/F8W499-Belkin/p/P-F8W499/

but it's not in stock, now I'm going to buy http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-Neoprene-ArmBand-Built-In-Protection-Black/dp/B00BE6BNSM/ref=sr_1_5?s=network-media&ie=UTF8&qid=1412859941&sr=1-5&keywords=Belkin
it this you refer to?

I'm using the same armband I used with my Nexus 6P. Got it on Amazon. Might wanna take a Sharpie to the brand logo though before you start wearing it around town...

Ok, now what?

I know you stated your experiences with armbands have not been great, but have you tried the Tune Belt one? I've been looking for a Tune Belt armband, because I liked the quality of it with my old Galaxy S5 over all other armbands I've tried. The size of the V10 is close enough to the Google Nexus 6. I'm going to order the Tune Belt AB91 on Amazon, as it should fit nicely. Coupled with Bluetooth headphones this would be perfect, IMO.

http://www.amazon.com/Armband-iPhone-Plus-6S-Galaxy/dp/B00NMWWIJY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452611408&sr=8-1&keywords=tune+belt+nexus+6