Joby · Updated June 2026
Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit: price, specs & release date
Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit, released 2017. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit is listed at $179.95 on joby.com as of 2026-06-27, #3 cheapest of 11 tripods (median $199.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Gold Deskmark — 39/100 pay-blind standing, #3 of 12 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest tripods: Neewer TP08 77" 2-in-1 Aluminum Tripod and Monopod with Ball Head — $49.99
Is the Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit a good buy?
At $180, the Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit is #3 cheapest of the 11 tripods we track, where the median is $199.95. On the spec sheet, its max height of 15.2 in is the lowest of the 12, its max load of 11 lb is the lowest of the 12, and its weight of 1.6 lb is the lowest of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $179.95 MSRP, includes BallHead 5K |
|---|---|
| Brand | Joby |
| Released | 2017 |
| Material | aluminum |
| Max height (in) | 15.2 |
| Folded length (in) | — |
| Max load (lb) | 11 |
| Weight (lb) | 1.6 |
| Leg sections | — |
| Head included | Yes |
Source: joby.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by bhphotovideo.com. CORRECTED source URL — draft pointed to the GorillaPod 5K Video PRO (JB01561), a different product; the 5K Kit is JB91508 (verified official Joby page). GorillaPod uses flexible ball-and-socket joints, so leg_sections and release are null; folded length not a standard metric for this form factor. Head height 15.2 in / 38.5 cm, load 11 lb / 5 kg, kit weight 739 g / ~1.6 lb (incl. BallHead 5K). MSRP $179.95 consistent across retailers. Released 2017.
Is the Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit worth it vs cheaper tripods?
Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit against its closest cheaper and pricier tripods on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 11 ranked
| Product | Price | Material | Max height (in) | Max load (lb) | Weight (lb) | Head included |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit this | $179.95 | aluminum | 15.2 | 11 | 1.6 | Yes |
| K&F Concept SA254M2 DSLR Camera Aluminum Tripod with Monopod and Ball Head | $74.99 | aluminum | 68.9 | 22 | 3.7 | Yes |
| Sirui AM-225 Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with B-00K Ball Head | $199.9 | carbon_fiber | 47.2 | 13.2 | 2 | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit cost?
The Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit has a US price of $179.95 (MSRP, includes BallHead 5K), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit compare on price?
At $180, the Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit is #3 cheapest of the 11 tripods we track, where the median is $199.95.
When was the Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit released?
The Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit was released 2017.
What are the Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit's key specs?
Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit (Joby): material aluminum, max height in 15.2, max load lb 11, weight lb 1.6, head included Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $179.95 at joby.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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