GoPro The Handler (Floating Hand Grip)
AFHGM-003
Product Overview
Key Features
- Floating hand grip for action cameras
- Compatible with Go Pro Hero 9 Black
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- GoPro
- Model Number:
- AFHGM-003
General Information
- Compatible Products:
- Go Pro Hero 9 Black
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
General Information
- Compatible Products:
- Go Pro Hero 9 Black
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 210
- Box Width (mm):
- 158
- Box Depth (mm):
- 65
- Box Weight (kg):
- 0
Product Reviews of GoPro The Handler (Floating Hand Grip)
Overall Rating Snapshot
5 out of 5 stars from 2 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
Excellent
Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 28 November 2021
Published on 5 March 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
Check out what this reviewer thought after the first 3-6 months.
Exactly what we needed!
Great material for a good grip, especially for things like hiking, bike riding and 4 wheel driving. The angle is good (once I put it on the right way), good weight and the strap is very handy. Dropped it in a river and it popped right up the top and floated like described - lucky for me! Very handy accessory.
Brad
Confirmed purchase 15 August 2021
Published on 29 August 2021
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The GoPro The Handler is a floating hand grip for users who want a steadier, more secure hold while filming on the move, especially around water. It suits adventure, travel and casual action shooting, with strengths in comfort, visibility and flotation. Its main limitation is that it is a simple grip, so it offers less mounting versatility than poles, extension arms or specialist mounts.
What it’s great for
- Watersports Filming
- Travel Adventures
- Cycling Footage
- Everyday Action Capture
- Point-of-View Video
Where it works best
- Beach
- Boat
- Pool
- Lake
- Outdoor Trails
- Travel Destinations
Who it’s for
- GoPro Owner
- Adventure Traveller
- Watersports Enthusiast
- Casual Creator
- Outdoor Hobbyist
Things to consider
It is designed as a floating hand grip rather than a multi-position mount, so it is less flexible than extension poles, body mounts or specialist action camera rigs.
Mounting flexibility score
5/10 - excellent as a handheld float grip, but less versatile than poles, clamps or body mounts
Adventure suitability
9/10 - ideal for water-based adventures, travel and active handheld shooting
Compatibility with major brands
Primarily suited to compatible GoPro camera setups; cross-brand use may require adapters
Travel friendliness
9/10 - compact, lightweight and easy to pack for trips and outdoor days out
Durability rating
8/10 - built for active outdoor use, with a simple design that suits regular adventure handling
Key benefits
- Floating Design: Helps keep the grip and attached camera from sinking if dropped in water.
- Bright Orange Finish: Makes the grip easier to spot and recover in the water.
- Ergonomic Grip: Provides a more comfortable and secure hold during active shooting.
- Lightweight Build: Easy to carry for day trips, travel and extended handheld filming.
- Handheld Stability: Helps reduce wobble compared with holding the camera body on its own.
- Water-Ready Accessory: Well suited to filming in and around water without needing a bulky rig.
- Quick Grab-and-Go Use: Simple to use for spontaneous action shots and travel moments.
- GoPro Hero 9 Black Compatibility: Designed to pair with the GoPro Hero 9 Black for a straightforward handheld setup.
Q: Does The Handler work with cameras other than Hero 9 Black?
A: The Handler uses a standard GoPro-style finger mount, so it suits GoPro cameras and other action cameras that use the same fitting. Fit does not guarantee the same balance or buoyancy, especially with a housing, light or other add-on attached.
Q: Can The Handler mount to a tripod or change angles?
A: No. The Handler is a simple floating hand grip with a single GoPro-style mount. It is made for handheld shooting rather than tabletop use, and it does not add a tripod thread or multiple locking angles for more complex setups.
Q: Will The Handler stop my GoPro sinking if dropped?
A: Yes, when used as intended. The Handler is made to keep a mounted GoPro afloat in water, and the bright orange end helps with visibility. Extra accessories such as housings, lights or other mounts can affect buoyancy, so the full setup matters.
Q: Can this floating grip be used on land as well?
A: Yes. The Handler can be used for dry activities as well as water use, giving a larger, steadier handheld grip for walking, cycling or travel shots. It is still a hand grip, not a gimbal or tripod, so it will not add powered stabilisation.
Q: How do you attach a GoPro to The Handler?
A: The Handler attaches through a standard GoPro-style mount, so the camera fixes straight onto the grip without a separate adapter for matching models. If your camera is in a frame or housing, that frame still needs the same GoPro-style mounting point.
Q: Is there a wrist strap on The Handler?
A: Yes. The Handler includes a wrist strap for added security while shooting on the move or in the water. The strap helps reduce accidental drops, but it is not a locking mount, so the camera still needs to be attached correctly to the grip.