Best Products > Audio Cheetah Dual Arm TV Mount Review A budget wall mount with a full range of motion By Sandra Stafford Sandra Stafford Writer Fayetteville State University Sandra Stafford is a writer who specializes in tech and writes about all sorts of gadgets—tactical flashlights, blue light-blocking glasses, therapy lamps and more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Published on September 17, 2020 Tweet Share Email We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. 4.7 Cheetah Dual Arm TV Mount Lifewire / Sandra Stafford What We Like Low-profile when retracted Arms operate smoothly 130 degree swivel Inexpensive Holds up to 115 lbs What We Don't Like Mechanism can be difficult to reposition TV must be removed for tilt adjustment The Cheetah Dual Arm TV Mount is a surprisingly sturdy wall mount that can handle TVs of almost any size. View On Amazon View On EBay 4.7 Cheetah Dual Arm TV Mount Lifewire / Sandra Stafford View On Amazon View On EBay in this article Expand Design Setup Process Performance Price Competition Final Verdict Specs The Cheetah Mount is a widely adjustable TV mount that can fit practically all TVs, covering the size ranges from 20 to 65 inches. With a weight limit of up to 115 pounds, even TVs on the larger end of that spectrum should be safe. We put it to the test, to determine where it deserves to fall on our list of best TV wall mounts. Lifewire / Sandra Stafford Design: Sturdy and functional The Cheetah Mount has a build that allows for a large range of motion on a bracket that can retract to only 2.7 inches. Tilt is controlled by a pair of screws that can be loosened to allow the TV to tilt along a crescent track. Once tightened again, the television will hold its position securely. Removing the TV from the wall mount makes this entire process easier. Lifewire / Sandra Stafford Setup Process: Requires some common sense The instructions included with the Cheetah Mount are minimal, but not difficult. Anyone who can assemble IKEA furniture without a problem will be fine. The only tools needed are a drill and a stud finder. The wall bracket can be attached to the wall, and then the TV can be attached to the bracket, all by one person. It shouldn't take more than about half an hour. The instructions included with the Cheetah Mount are minimal, but not difficult. Performance: Moving parts can feel wobbly The arms of the Cheetah Mount move together smoothly and easily. Once a TV is attached, that ease of motion causes some small problems. With a large TV in the way of the arms, it's difficult to retract the TV back to the wall. The TV has a tendency to move side to side or swivel, so getting both arms to move back together and flatten to the wall takes a few tries even after I have been testing it for a while. The arms of the Cheetah Mount move together smoothly and easily. While the mount undoubtedly feel secure enough to keep the TV up, the mechanism has a little too much play. The TV pulls away from the mount a little when moved, making the mount feel flimsy. Unless I was extending or retracting the arms, though, the mount remained undeniably stable. Lifewire / Sandra Stafford Price: Cheaping out is the smart choice The Cheetah Mount can be purchased for under $40, so almost any flaws with it can be overlooked on that basis. Price-conscious consumers can save their money, because even an inexpensive wall mount is perfectly suited to the job. The Cheetah Mount is an affordable wall mount with a surprisingly strong build. Cheetah Mount vs. Mounting Dream MD2380 The Cheetah Mount's highly adjustable positioning makes it a functional choice for most people, but articulating arms can be a pain to deal with if you don't need that range of motion. The Mounting Dream MD2380 (view on Amazon) is the answer to that problem. With a sturdier build that moves smoothly even with a heavy TV attached, the MD2380 feels much more secure. The arms still extend and allow for some tilt and swivel, but mobility is sacrificed in favor of stability. If you can't imagine needing to swivel your TV 130°, go with the much less flimsy MD2380. Final Verdict An affordable, adjustable, and sturdy TV wall mount. The Cheetah Mount is an affordable wall mount with a surprisingly strong build. The range of compatible TV sizes and highly adjustable positioning means the Cheetah Mount should work in almost any space. Specs Product Name Dual Arm TV Mount Product Brand Cheetah Price $50.00 Weight 9.2 lbs. Product Dimensions 18.2 x 2.8 x 7.1 in. Warranty 30 days Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit