A mandolin is small, light and has a delicate top, so it needs a stand that cradles the body without letting it slip. Wall hangers and guitar stands are not always a good fit, and a few small-instrument stands are sold for ukuleles, violins and mandolins together.
The six stands below are all listed for mandolin among other small string instruments. They differ in frame material, folding style, padding and height. Facts come from each Amazon.com listing page. We have not used these stands ourselves, and sturdiness claims are the makers’ own.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Steel, plywood and metal tubing differ in weight and look |
| Padding | Foam or rubber covers touch the finish of the mandolin |
| Folding design | A flat fold suits a gig bag or a shelf |
| Fit | Check that the listing names mandolins and the body size you own |
Specs at a Glance
| Stand | Material | Style | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stagg SUVM-A100BK | Alloy steel | Foldable A-frame | 11 x 2 x 10 in; 16 oz; locking mechanism |
| CC CAIHONG | Plywood | Wooden X-frame | 10 x 6 x 8 in; 0.29 kg; foam padding |
| 5 CORE | Metal tubing and ABS | Folding A-frame | 11 x 10 x 2 in; padded arms |
| CAHAYA | Plywood | Wooden X-frame | Non-slip mat; soft rubber covering |
| Cheerock | Wood | Folding frame | 0.2 kg; about 8 x 10 x 7 in set up |
| Mr.Power | Metal and plastic | Tripod with bow hook | 14 to 23 in height; 1.1 lb; head lock |
The 6 Best Mandolin Stands
1. Stagg SUVM-A100BK Foldable A Stand
A steel A-frame for ukuleles, mandolins and violins with two cradling hooks and a back rest covered in soft rubber, a locking mechanism to keep it open and a flat fold for storage. The listing gives a load capacity of 200 pounds, a weight of 16 ounces and dimensions of 11 by 2 by 10 inches.
Suits: a compact metal stand. Strengths: a locking mechanism and rubber-covered hooks. Weaknesses: the item type field says acoustic guitar stand. Skip it if you want a wooden look.
View Stagg SUVM-A100BK Foldable A Stand for Ukuleles, Mandolins and Violins on Amazon
2. CC CAIHONG Wooden X-Frame Stand
A brown wooden X-frame folding stand for ukulele, mandolin, violin and banjo. The bullets describe thick plywood, soft foam on the edges and quick assembly. It measures 10 by 6 by 8 inches and weighs 0.29 kg.
Suits: a simple wooden stand. Strengths: foam on the edges and a flat fold. Weaknesses: the material field says wood while the bullets say plywood. Skip it if you want a metal frame.
View CC CAIHONG Wooden X-Frame Folding Stand for Ukulele, Mandolin, Violin and Banjo on Amazon
3. 5 CORE Ukulele Stand with Padded Arms
A white A-frame stand made from metal tubing and ABS, described as foldable with padded arms and suited to banjo, mini guitar, violin and mandolin. The listing size is 11 by 10 by 2 inches and the material field says metal and sponge.
Suits: a light metal frame. Strengths: padded arms and a flat fold. Weaknesses: few weight details. Skip it if you need a load limit on the page.
View 5 CORE Ukulele Stand with Padded Arms for Banjo, Mini Guitar, Violin, Mandolin on Amazon
4. CAHAYA Wooden X-Frame Stand
A brown plywood X-frame stand with a thick non-slip mat and soft rubber covering, listed for ukulele, mandolin, small banjo and violin. The bullets say it is portable and easy to set up, and the listing shows the model number CY0022.
Suits: a wooden look. Strengths: a non-slip mat and rubber covering. Weaknesses: no size or weight is given in the readable fields. Skip it if you need exact measurements.
View CAHAYA Wooden Ukulele Stand Mandolin Folding Universal X-Frame Style Stand on Amazon
5. Cheerock Wooden Folding Stand
A natural wood folding stand for ukulele, violin, mandolin and other small string instruments. The weight is 0.2 kg and the size after assembly is given as 8.03 by 10.24 by 6.69 inches. The finish field says unfinished.
Suits: a light wooden stand. Strengths: a low weight and a folding design. Weaknesses: an unfinished surface and few details on padding. Skip it if you want a polished or padded look.
View Wooden Folding Ukulele Stand Floor Holder for Violin Mandolin Cheerock on Amazon
6. Mr.Power Violin Ukulele Stand with Bow Holder
A tripod stand with a head lock buckle, a rotating bow hook and three non-slip feet. Height adjusts from 14 to 23 inches, the weight is 1.1 pounds and the body is steel with sponge-wrapped ends. It lists violin, soprano, concert and tenor ukulele, and mandolin.
Suits: a height-adjustable stand. Strengths: a head lock and adjustable height. Weaknesses: built around violins, with the mandolin as a secondary fit. Skip it if you only want a table-top size.
View Mr.Power Universal Violin Ukulele Stand with Bow Holder Tripod Stand on Amazon
Care and Placement
- Set the stand on a flat floor away from doors and foot traffic.
- Check that foam or rubber pads are clean before setting the mandolin down.
- Open any locking mechanism fully before loading the instrument.
- Keep the mandolin out of direct sun and away from radiators.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Buying a guitar stand that is too wide for the body.
- Ignoring conflicts between material fields and bullets.
- Skipping the padding check on a bare wood frame.
- Leaving a folded stand open in a busy room.
Mandolin Stands FAQ
Which ones have a locking feature?
The Stagg lists a locking mechanism and the Mr.Power lists a head lock buckle.
Which ones are adjustable in height?
The Mr.Power lists a range of 14 to 23 inches.
The Short Version
For a steel A-frame, the Stagg SUVM-A100BK. For a plywood X-frame, the CC CAIHONG or CAHAYA. For padded arms, the 5 CORE. For a light wooden frame, the Cheerock. For adjustable height, the Mr.Power.
