CIPA 11050 Suction Cup Rearview Mirror, Black, 8" W x 4" H

First of all, thanks to the other reviewer for suggesting to switch out the suction cup holder. The size is perfect for what I need and the Garmin suction cup holder is perfect add on.

I bought this after reading several reviews and needing a mirror in which I could see my child who is now front facing in my large SUV. My husband laughed when it arrived because it was much larger in size than I thought it would be. The only place we were able to mount was above my current rear view mirror because my dash isn't smooth and I was unable to mount under the current mirror because my window was at too much of a slant and you couldn't adjust the mirror to view the rear seats. I thought mounting it above the factory mirror would distrub my view but I was able to adjust the factory mirror to where I only see the trim and don't feel like I'm trying to decide in which mirror I should be looking. Essentially no longer using the factory installed rear view mirror which has taken some getting use to but now I'm not sure why all larger SUVs don't use a mirror of this size. I can now view the all the back seats (the most important one being the one in which my child sits), the cargo area, and the blind spot has decreased on the passengers side as you can see a car in the mirror through the window. So not only do I recommend this for my original purpose of a baby rear view mirror, I would recommend this for all large SUV owners who wish to increase their viewing field in general.

Love the mirror, BUT found (like many reviews) that I could not trust the suction cup. I replaced the suction cup assembly with Garmin GPS Mount (10-10747-00) for an addition $14. This lever operated suction cup provided excellent suction for windshield on our runabout ski boat across the wakes. Visual field using the mirror is excellent. The Garmin mount’s ball is fit into the mirror’s back mounting hole after removing/reinserting two Phillips screws. The Garmin ball measured 1 mm larger diameter than the mirror’s original mount and therefore required silicone spray and firm pressure to insert this slightly larger ball. (I used a soft folded towel beneath mirror face to protect it during insertion.) Mirror still held firmly in adjusted positions after using silicone spray for insertion. Can adjust tension to desired resistance with the screws. I would give this 5 stars IF I hadn’t had to buy a new suction mount. This was the only way to get a mirror on our ski boat because a canvas top prevents mounting on window frame.

I spent a lot of time searching and reading reviews for backseat baby viewing mirrors, and I tried out several models only to return them to the store I bought them from. I couldn't get any of the suction cups to stick for more than a couple hours.After reading five 5-star reviews for this mirror, I was pretty confident in my purchase, and that this would be the mirror that would work for me. But, after trying and trying, I couldn't get it to stick on the window longer than a day. I realized that my car's back window has defroster lines in it, which were possibly keeping the suction cup from working properly. I wonder if that's why none of the mirrors I tried worked, but I can't be sure.I almost returned the mirror to amazon, and gave up hope, but when I realized it would cost me almost $6 to return it, I decided to keep it and try again. I resorted to holding it on with packaging tape (ghetto, I know) but even that didn't work. Finally, in desperation I Gorilla Glued it to the window, and now it stays put!So, Gorilla Glue gets 5-stars. ;) I gave this mirror 4 stars because even though I was unhappy with the suction cup, to be fair, it isn't intended to be on windows with defroster lines, or to sit in a hot car all day. The mirror itself is great. I can clearly see my infant and the side of my forward facing toddler. The mirror is a good size, and I can see very clearly into it. It is well constructed, and obviously of high quality.To sum it up, if you're looking for a mirror to use as a baby view mirror you should either keep looking (I doubt you'll find anything that'll stick if you haven't already, though) or consider permanently attaching the mirror. If you're willing to permanently attach a mirror though, then you could go ahead and buy a cheaper mirror and some Gorilla Glue.

I attached this to the windshield of my boat, twisted it every way possible, slid it around to different spots, removed and replaced it, attached it to the side/vent windows, and it held up like a champ. The mirror is wide angle and easily shows the whole transom of my 7'+ beam boat. Most lakes in Colorado require an observer, but I love having a rear view mirror in the boat...and this one does the job perfectly.Now, regarding all the bad reviews of this mirror, I've done a little investigation for you. The vast majority of them are by people who have only reviewed one item...this item. Then there's a couple who have only reviewed one or two other items. I'm not saying they (ahem) work for a competitor, I'm just saying they don't have a reliable track record...or any track record. Next, there's the incorrect applications...like an RV with an electric sunshade (insert head smack smiley here). Finally, there are a couple who seem reliable and probably just got a lemon which, as we all know, can happen with any product. Fortunately, this product is sold and shipped through Amazon, so returns/replacements are hassle free.I do this kind of background checking on all good and bad reviews of products I'm interested in, and I suggest you do too. I'm very glad I did this time, otherwise I might have missed out on a product that works excellent.