Price the cost of replacement quick release plates before you decide to buy.
925492
Does the job, no complaints. What you do have to ask yourself though is whether you're willing to fork over $40 for another quick release plate if you lose or want a backup. I find this a bit extreme and would have had second thoughts had I know when I bought this head.
141972
The
Neewer Aluminium 50mm Quick Release Plate QR...is just what I needed. Thank you!
3653849
Just got this a couple days ago. While most of the parts that came with this feel well built and from quality materials, I'm already noticing damage to the plate, as shown in the attached photo. It's in the area where the screw attaches the plate to the camera. It seems to have eaten through the metal itself, even though the instructions tell you to "attach the plate to your camera's tripod mount as tightly as possible." Maybe this could be fixed with a rubber washer? It definitely didn't come with one. Anyway, I'm a bit skeptical as to how well this will hold up and I haven't even taken it out for a full day of shooting.

There's gotta be a secondary attachment just in case of holster failure or something. It's a great that it doesn't offer much movement from the camera when holstered. It's just a shame there's already damage and it only offers a 1 year warranty for the price it offers. Maybe I'm asking for too much.
1378229
I almost went with one star, You really get what you pay for. The plates are not uniform. when you stack them they don't fit together uniformly. They are also not lightweight IMO. They feel like they would break easy.

For the money, I am only a little disappointed I guess. If I were you, though- Id spring for something better.
3163563
I returned them...they didn't look totally new when they arrived (somewhat scratched up?) and the divider seems to be just some thin film on the underside of the plate. If it wears off, these will just be overpriced clear plates...
466523
Received plate with 2 panels printed for right. Technically I still can use it with wrong print. But it would cause confusion and issue later. I would have to pay postage to fix the issue caused by their bad quality control. I would avoid to purchase non-prime from Monoprice in the future.

Update on 4/3/2014, I received another set from the seller maybe 2 weeks after I posted upper review, and they didn't ask me return previous one. I haven't have chance to install it yet, per something happened during past several months, therefore cannot say on quality. So just give it 4 at this moment.

Regarding comments from B. Bushong, actually I tried to reach them at 1st time, but all their links on Amazon redirected me to Amazon's customer service. And there was no one contacted me after I left message through Amazon. I believe there is some thing Monoprice sales team needs to fix for process on Amazon.
2288904
Guess my expectations were too great. It is one peace with no cover plate. If that is what you want you do not not need to spend that much.
Guess I am out of sync with the other many reviewers!
Glenn
1797105
The product description says it comes with two quick release plates, however mine came with only one.  I notified the seller who didn't have any more, and after months of waiting for a replacement, the seller sent a complete new tripod set.  The replacement came with only one quick release plate even though the box says two.  I only wanted the second quick release as per the box and the product data.  The seller went waaaaay above the call of duty, and I thank you!
2909508
The price on these has gone up significantly since I purchased. I would definitely recommending simply finding one of the many cd or vent mount holders and using the plates that come with them and use the holder as a backup since these are so expensive now. Sure they work for what they are but cost wise it's a little unreasonable for what you're getting.
4722084
This is a very nice window mount but I really wish they didn't have their own proprietary quick release plate.
This would be much more useful if it used a standard arca swiss plate.  It is annoying to have to mount this specific plate when I want to use the window mount and then switch back when I go on a hike.  They should think of selling a version of their plate that has a normal arca plate welded to it.  That would improve usability a ton and they wouldn't have to change their product itself. The quick release plate itself doesn't provide a very good mount to my camera anyway.
2140793
Last year I found a Slik U8000 tripod at the local Goodwill (paid $5.00, which is a steal since this tripod retails for $44.95), but the tripod was missing its "Quick Release Shoe", making the tripod usless. I suspect the prior owner ran into the same problem as I did, and was not able to find a replacement "Quick Release Shoe" in the local stores.
.
After going to all the local retail stores (including Fry's, Bestbuy, and Wolfe Cameras), Amazon is the ONLY place which I find that even sold replacement "Release Shoes".
.
Thank goodnees, Amazon carried the Shoe for my Slik U8000.
4146834
I just received the tripod and fluid head this morning, hoping to use it on a short film shoot tomorrow. Lo and behold, the quick release plate screw HAS NO THREADS. I can't attach it to the camera. I searched for replacement plates and can't find them anywhere. Other than that, the tripod and ball head are great. But I needed this fluid head for video and Neewer's QC failed miserably. Neewer - please send me a replacement plate ASAP and I will update my review.
3864884
I'm currently gathering parts to assemble the no-weld grinder/sander, and hope to have operating in the next 4-6 weeks (time permitting).  FYI, the 'master materials list' doesn't cover the flat platen tool, and in 1 or 2 of the diagrams the tool arms are showing different tube sizes (1 3/4" vs 1 1/2"), which was the source of some confusion.  Had the master materials list (metal) been broken down into exact pieces, I would have saved me a couple of hours of flipping back and forth through the plans.  The silver lining here is that I can probably assemble the grinder without the plans at this point, and have a solid understanding on what goes where, and why it goes there.  I don't have a source for scrap metal, and intend to save some time by having the metal cut to exact size/length by a local company, which is going to run $150.  Used motors (fully enclosed) are also not easy to come by, so expect to buy new - $210 + shipping (Internet).  Nuts, bolts, knobs, bearings, another $50-$60.  Pulley, contact/drive/tension wheels - $300-$400 ([....]).  You're looking at $700+, but it'll probably be the last grinder/sander you'll ever buy.
1714426
I had to replace the existing kuryakyn throttle grip on my 1100 vstar when it broke at the throttle cable ring. Turns out this is a bit of a problem with those manufacturers who use plastic slides. Pricey replacement cost for a plastic slide body. Gotta buy Both grips just to get the throttle grip AND pay full price for the chrome grip/ASO rubber just to get the plastic slide. Bit of a ripoff... not amazon's fault; kuryakyn hubris.
3912688
If you lose the quick release plate, CONGRATS, you now have a collapsible paperweight. Sucks as it's a great tripod otherwise. Fit nicely in a backpack and doesn't weigh too much. But I've scoured the internet and cannot find a 26x26mm plate to fit this, and for whatever reason Amazon doesn't sell replacements. Come on Amazon!
4766138
I purchased two Gitzo G1173/14B standard quick release plates to replace older ones that were prone to having the rubber protective base twist off under use, and leave a gooey adhesive residue. Unfortunately, the new versions have slightly thinner rubber pads than the originals, and under use, the rubber pads also twist and lift from the metal plate base. This was evident even with first use. Very disappointing for a product priced at $28.00 each, which is absolutely essential to an otherwise excellent tripod system.
2590657
This plate is very fragile. It broke when I screwed it in a half turn to far. These plates should be stronger or made from better plastic. Should not be sp expensive if it will break from the least amount of stress. A rip-off.