If you ever want to create videos that are a cut above the rest, you might want to invest in a gimbal. Over the last few years, these gimbals, once the domain of hardcore videographers, have got cheaper and more accessible. A few connect to compact camera setups, while the most affordable ones are exclusively for cellphones. The Feiyutech Vimble 3 is the former, built out of grey plastic; this phone-based gimbal can do a lot.

At first glance, FeiyuTech’s Vimble 3 looks a lot like DJI OM4. You get a USB-C cable, the primary device, a tripod, a pouch, and some documentation in the box. The Vimble 3 is compact and has an excellent meaty grip. The design is intuitive. Most of the buttons are available regardless of what hand you favour. The Vimble 3 weighs around 400 grams, and along with a phone, you are looking at a weight of around 600-700 grams. Folding and unfolding the device was pretty simple. There are also plenty of videos on Feiyu’s YouTube channel that tell you about the functionality of the buttons and how to set up the gimbal. The actual setting up of the Vimble was reasonably straightforward, especially if you have access to a flat location like a table or floor. Once you open it up, you have to put your cellphone in the holder and balance the phone till it is centred. Turn on the gimbal, and it then automatically adjusts the phone to the proper position without needing extra assistance.