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Up to 20″Screen
10 lbMax Load
111B · 111WSKU
Compulocks Core Counter Stand Core view 1 Core view 2 Default view

Core

Fixed 45°
From $50

Best for secure, fixed installs

Permanent POS, self-checkout, digital signage where the display never needs to move.

VESA 75 & 100BoltableSteelRear cable routing
Wall or countertop mountable
Up to 20″Screen
10 lbMax Load
333B · 333WSKU
Compulocks Mast Counter Stand Mast view 1 Mast view 2 Default view

Mast

Reverse tilt
From $175

Best for reliable, reverse-tilt viewing

Retail counters, reception desks, interactive kiosks that need a durable, steel-and-aluminum base.

VESA 75 & 100Cable trapSteel & aluminum
Optional swivel base or stability base add-on
Up to 20″Screen
10 lbMax Load
TCDP04 · TCDP01SKU
Compulocks Rise Counter Stand Rise view 2 Rise view 3 Rise view 4 Rise view 5 Default view Rise view 1

Rise

Full motion
From $135

Best for full-motion positioning

Retail display kiosks and information stands in high-traffic areas — tilt, flip, and swivel to face any customer.

VESA 75 & 100Two heightsThrough-pole cable mgmt
Optional stability base add-on
Up to 20″Screen
5.5 lbMax Load
PK01SKU
Compulocks Tablet Printer Kiosk Tablet Printer Kiosk view 1 Tablet Printer Kiosk view 2 Tablet Printer Kiosk view 3 Tablet Printer Kiosk view 4 Default view

Tablet Printer Kiosk

Adjustable tilt
From $270

Best for checkout with a receipt printer

Retail checkout and ticketing counters that need a tablet and receipt printer secured side by side.

VESA 75 & 100Printer shelfAluminum
Fits printers up to: 6.3x5.12x5.91 in / 160x130x150 mm (HxWxD)
Up to 15″Screen
10 lbMax Load
341BSKU
Compulocks AV Capsule Counter Stand AV Capsule view 1 AV Capsule view 2 AV Capsule view 3 Default view

AV Capsule

Fixed 30°
From $90

Best for hiding cables & power

Conference rooms, boardrooms, anywhere a tidy install matters. Stores adapter or battery pack inside. Note: supports VESA 100mm only — not 75mm.

VESA 100 onlyBoltableSteel
Wall or countertop mountable
Up to 24″Screen
10 lbMax Load
660REACHSKU
Compulocks Reach Counter Stand Reach view 1 Reach view 2 Reach view 3 Reach view 4 Reach view 5 Default view

Reach

Full motion
From $290

Best for maximum reach & range

Reception desks, check-in counters, anywhere the tablet needs to swing 24″ toward the customer.

VESA 75 & 100Desk clamp baseAluminum
Wall or countertop mountable

Non-VESA, Fits Almost Any Tablet Options

These three don't require a VESA-compatible enclosure — they clamp, adhere, or lock directly onto the tablet itself.

Up to 11″Fits Freestanding
3 lbMax Load
GLDTABB · GLDTABWSKU
Compulocks GlideTab Universal Tablet Stand GlideTab view 1 GlideTab view 2 Default view

GlideTab

Fixed
From $100

Best for a fast, non-VESA install

Retail, hospitality, and healthcare counters — any tablet up to 11″ freestanding, or any size once bolted or adhesive-mounted.

3M adhesivePortrait or landscapeAluminum
Wall or countertop mountable
8″–14.6″Fits
3.67 lbMax Load
333UCLBSKU
Compulocks Cling Mast Universal Counter Stand Cling Mast view 1 Cling Mast view 2 Default view

Cling Mast

Adjustable tilt
From $229

Best for universal tablets on a stable base

Retail, hospitality, and self-service counters that need Mast-level stability without a VESA enclosure.

Universal clampCable managementSteel & aluminum
Optional swivel or stability base add-on
UniversalFits
5 lbMax Load
189BGRPLCKSKU
Compulocks Grip and Dock Universal Tablet Stand Grip and Dock view 1 Grip and Dock view 2 Grip and Dock view 3 Default view

Grip and Dock

Full motion
From $185

Best for mobile staff, grab-and-go

Retail floor staff and roaming payments — pull the tablet off to walk the floor, then dock it back as a stationary display.

360° rotationGrab & go hand gripSteel
Wall or countertop mountable

Which Counter Stand Is Right for Your Use Case?

Common deployment scenarios — matched to the right product.

Retail Checkout & POS

A permanent register position that never needs to move. Simple, low-cost, and secure against theft.

Best fit: Core or Mast

Checkout with Receipt Printing

Tablet and receipt printer need to sit together on the same counter, secured as one unit.

Best fit: Tablet Printer Kiosk

Reception & Check-In Desks

The tablet needs to swing out toward the visitor for signatures or ID capture, then back toward staff.

Best fit: Reach

Restaurant & Self-Service Ordering

Durable, theft-resistant countertop mounting with clean cable routing for high-traffic ordering stations.

Best fit: Rise or Mast

Conference Room & Huddle Spaces

Clean aesthetics are non-negotiable. Internal storage for adapters and power blocks eliminates visible cable runs.

Best fit: AV Capsule

Shared, High-Traffic Kiosks

Multiple users need to tilt, flip, and swivel the display to their own viewing angle throughout the day.

Best fit: Rise

Mixed Tablet Fleets, Non-VESA Enclosure

Devices change often, or you'd rather skip a VESA enclosure altogether. These clamp, adhere, or lock directly onto the tablet.

Best fit: GlideTab or Cling Mast

Mobile Staff & Roaming Payments

Staff need to carry the tablet onto the floor for line-busting or tableside checkout, then dock it back as a stationary display.

Best fit: Grip and Dock


Full Specification Comparison

All 9 stands at a glance. Structured for quick scanning.

StandMotionMax Screen SizeMax LoadVESACable MgmtSecures to CounterMaterialSKU
CoreFixed 45°20″10 lb75 & 100Steel111B / 111W
MastReverse tilt20″10 lb75 & 100Steel & aluminum333B / 333W
RiseFull motion20″10 lb75 & 100AluminumTCDP04 / TCDP01
Tablet Printer KioskAdjustable tilt20″5.5 lb75 & 100AluminumPK01
AV CapsuleFixed 30°15″10 lb100Steel341B
ReachFull motion24″10 lb75 & 100Aluminum660REACH
GlideTabFixed11″ freestanding / Any mounted3 lbUniversal (non-VESA)AluminumGLDTABB / GLDTABW
Grip and DockFull motionUniversal5 lbUniversal (non-VESA)Steel189BGRPLCK
Cling MastAdjustable tilt8″–14.6″3.67 lbUniversal (non-VESA)Steel & aluminum333UCLB
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Questions People Ask About Counter Stands

Written to match exactly how people search — so you get the right answer, wherever you look.

The Core is the simplest, most secure option for a fixed checkout position. If you need a reverse-tilt viewing angle or heavier-duty steel-and-aluminum construction, the Mast is a strong alternative. For checkout stations that also need a receipt printer, use the Tablet Printer Kiosk instead.

The Reach supports the largest screens — up to 24 inches, with 16″ of lift and 24″ of extension. The Core, Mast, and Rise all support up to 20 inches. The AV Capsule is sized for smaller displays, up to 15 inches.

Yes — all of the counter stands on this page support VESA 100mm mounting. The Core, Mast, Rise, Tablet Printer Kiosk, and Reach also support VESA 75mm. Tablet-specific enclosures and adapters are sold separately.

Yes. The Core, Mast, AV Capsule, Tablet Printer Kiosk, and Reach can all be secured directly to a counter or desk. The Mast and Rise can also be used freestanding, with an optional stability base for extra grip on larger tablets.

A fixed stand holds the tablet at a set angle — the Core at 45°, the AV Capsule at 30°. A full-motion stand like the Rise or Reach can tilt, swivel, and in Reach’s case extend outward, letting the display be repositioned for each customer. Use fixed stands for permanent, single-purpose installs; use full-motion for shared or customer-facing counters.

Yes — the Tablet Printer Kiosk is purpose-built for this. It secures a tablet and a compact receipt printer (up to 6.3″ x 5.12″ x 5.91″) side by side in one aluminum housing, and is available with a range of tablet enclosures.

The AV Capsule has an internal storage compartment built specifically to conceal a charging adapter or battery pack behind a clean, rounded enclosure — ideal for conference room tables. The Mast and Rise also include dedicated cable management for a tidy countertop look.

You don't need one. The GlideTab, Grip and Dock, and Cling Mast all clamp, adhere, or lock directly onto the tablet itself, so they work with almost any device — iPad, Galaxy Tab, Surface, and more — without a separate enclosure.

The GlideTab is the simplest and most affordable, best for tablets up to 11″ freestanding. The Grip and Dock adds a removable hand grip, so staff can carry the tablet and dock it back when stationary. The Cling Mast costs more but adds Mast-level stability and an adjustable clamp for larger tablets, 8″ to 14.6″.

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