Find the right solution for your space—Hover Away vs. the alternatives.

Hover Away offers fast install, durable construction, modular reach, and clean aesthetics. See how it compares to other solutions like retractors, floor channels, and DIY methods.

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Retractable Cable Reels
Floor Cable Covers
DIY Wall Fixes / Hooks

Hover Away Arm

The universal wall-mounted cable arm.

Best All-Around Solution

Key Specs:

Install time
Install time
~10 mins
Reach
Reach
6 1/4 ft base, expandable to 9 1/4 ft
Material
Material
Powder-coated steel & aluminum
Warranty
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Pros:
Clean design. Made in USA. Modular.
Cons:
Mid-range price compared to DIY/cheap imports.

Retractable Cable Reels

Pull down, retract up.

Best for Ceiling Mounts

Key Specs:

Install time
Install time
20–30 minutes
Reach
Reach
Fixed length, usually 20–30 ft
Material
Material
Plastic & light metal casing
Warranty
Warranty
1 year typically
Pros:
Keeps cables off floor; automatic retraction.
Cons:
Bulky, more moving parts, limited durability outdoors.

Floor Cable Covers

Protect cords underfoot.

Lowest Cost Option

Key Specs:

Install time
Install time
5 minutes (adhesive/tape)
Reach
Reach
Varies by strip length
Material
Material
Rubber or plastic
Warranty
Warranty
None / minimal
Pros:
Cheap, fast to install.
Cons:
Still on the floor = trip hazard, unattractive.

DIY Wall Fixes / Hooks

Homemade solutions.

Most Customizable (but risky)

Key Specs:

Install time
Install time
Varies, 30+ minutes
Reach
Reach
Depends on setup
Material
Material
Wood/Metal mix
Warranty
Warranty
None
Pros:
Cheap if materials on-hand, customizable.
Cons:
No swivel, untested for safety, time-consuming.

Compare Chart

Feature
Hover Away
Retractable Reel
Floor Channel
Install Time
~10 mins
~20 mins
5 min adhesive
Material Quality
Steel/Aluminum
Plastic/Metal
Plastic
Expandable Reach
6 1/4 ft → 9 1/4 ft
Fixed
Floor only
Weatherproof
Yes
Often not
N/A (Floor)
Warranty
Lifetime
1 year
None
Price
Mid-range
High
Low
Out-of-the-Way Storage
Yes (off-floor)
Yes (ceiling/wall)
No (on-floor)

Why Hover Away Stands Apart

  • Clean design that keeps operational areas issue-free.
  • Quick install with a modular design that grows with your needs.
  • High-grade materials + Lifetime Warranty built for real-world conditions.
  • Made in USA — reliable quality and support.

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