Best GoPro accessories in 2025

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If you own one of the best GoPro cameras, you're also going to need the best GoPro accessories to go with it.

While the GoPro is a wonderfully versatile device in its own right, the best GoPro accessories can give it all kinds of new abilities, making it possible to shoot underwater or giving it far better sound.

There are also some less exciting but perhaps more essential purchases too, such as spare batteries, cases, SD cards and more; you'll likely want all of these at some stage of your GoPro journey.

Many of the best GoPro accessories listed here will work with all models of GoPro cameras, however, there are some that will only work with specific versions; we've noted their compatibility in each case.

The best GoPro accessories you can buy today

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best GoPro accessories: Neweer 50-in-1 kit

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1. Neewer 50-In-1 Action Camera Accessory Kit

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black, Max, Hero7, Hero6, Hero5

Reasons to buy

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Wide array of options
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Works with lots of GoPro cameras
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Inexpensive

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While many inexpensive GoPro knockoffs include dozens of mounts and accessories with their cameras, GoPro unfortunately does not and it can be costly to purchase piece by piece.

Fortunately for you, Neewer has just the solution, with its 50-in-1 piece accessory kit, which provides an assortment of standard and conversion mounts to make it easy to attach the camera to a variety of surfaces for just about any situation. From riding a bike or motorcycle to skiing or snowboarding and everything in between, you should be able to find a mount to suit your needs. Whether that requires the included head and chest mounts or handlebar mount or the miscellaneous assorted sticky mounts and suction mounts for helmets, windshields or other surfaces, you should be covered. Given its great value, the Newer kit is a clear top pick among our best GoPro accessories.

best GoPro accessories: SanDisk Extreme

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2. SanDisk Extreme microSD card

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero 12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black, Max, Hero7 Black

Reasons to buy

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Fast write speed
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High capacity
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Affordable

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With the Hero13 Black's ability to record 5.3K video, you'll certainly want more storage than a basic 32GB or 64GB card. And if you're buying a new card, you need to make sure the one you get is high quality. There are lots of cheap MicroSD cards out there, but budget no-name cards are liable to fail and lose your footage, and some have even been known to have much less storage than advertised. In short, when it comes to memory cards, you don't want to scrimp on quality. SanDisk makes some of the most rock-solid products out there in a variety of sizes, and we'd highly recommend them.

For the ultimate in reliability, pick up two cards so while one is offloading footage, you can keep shooting epic videos. Make sure it says UHS Class 3, which guarantees the card can write data to it at a high rate for 6K, 5K and 4K footage.

best GoPro Accessories: AmazonBasics Carrying Case

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3. AmazonBasics Carrying Case

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black, Hero7, Hero6, Hero5

Reasons to buy

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Excellent value
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Lots of space

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If you buy any of our suggestions contained in this list of the best GoPro accessories, you'll certainly need some way to store and transport them all.

We recommend AmazonBasics' carrying case, which can hold two GoPros, miscellaneous mounts, a smart remote, filters and cables, all for less than $18. If you got excited when you read this list and started shopping heavily, maybe even consider a second case to house the accessories — at such an affordable price, you really can't go wrong. However, if you are just getting started and have less gear or are trying to keep everything compact, you might prefer the small or extra small versions.

While it doesn't mention new GoPro models specifically, the Amazon page notes that this product is suitable for all GoPro models. The nature of its internal foam compartments mean you shouldn't have any issues storing newer models.

best GoPro Accessories: Battery Charger

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4. GoPro Extra Battery / Battery Charger

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero 11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black, GoPro Hero7, GoPro Hero6, GoPro Hero5

Reasons to buy

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Charges via USB-C
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Can charge two batteries at once
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Keeps batteries clean and safe

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Without power, there can be no epic footage, making extra batteries a “must have” on our list of the best GoPro accessories. Having extra batteries in your bag makes sure that the red flashing battery symbol is not the reason you missed capturing that once-in-a-lifetime event.

GoPro sells a dual battery charger that also acts as a case to keep the battery contacts clean when not in use. It comes with one extra battery but has slots to charge two batteries simultaneously — and you can recharge your first battery while using the second. The best part is you can connect the charger to a power bank you have on hand and connect it via USB in your pocket or backpack.

While GoPro offers the Enduro dual battery pack for all its recent cameras, GoPro batteries differ based on model, so ensure you select the correct batteries for your model of GoPro.

best GoPro accessories: Telesin GoPro

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5. Telesin Dome Port Lens

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black, GoPro Hero7, GoPro Hero6, GoPro Hero5

Reasons to buy

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Ease of use
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Well priced
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Compatible with most GoPro cameras

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Significantly less expensive than other similar products on the market, the Telesin Dome Port lens is the perfect accessory for those that like to spend time in the ocean or at the lake. With the clear acrylic dome, you can easily get those simultaneous half in, half out of water shots like your favorite Instagram photographers.

The Telesin Dome Port is also easy to use. Simply mount the GoPro in the back and you're ready to capture some epic water footage; no additional accessories needed. To make it even easier, it even comes with a floating hand grip, inside which you can store things.

There are models for the Hero13 Black to Hero9 Black, one for the Hero8 Black, and a third for older models like the Hero5 Black to Hero7 Black.

best gopro accessories: SameTop tripod mount adapter

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6. Sametop Tripod Mount Adapter

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black, GoPro Hero7, GoPro Hero6, GoPro Hero5

Reasons to buy

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Sturdy
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Works with all GoPro cameras

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If you regularly use a tripod to film, a tripod adapter lets you connect your GoPro, either with the newly built-in retractable fingers in the newer models like the Hero12 Black and Hero11 Black, or the non-retractable fingers of past models, to a standard threaded camera tripod mount.

Additionally, if there’s any reason you can’t find an appropriate mounting device that is compatible with GoPro’s mounting fingers, you'll most certainly be able to find one with a standard tripod screw. With a 4-pack of adapters, you can make sure you always have one in every camera bag or backpack you take with you.

Best GoPro accessories: GoPro Floaty

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7. GoPro Floaty

Specifications

Works with: Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black

Reasons to buy

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Could save your GoPro from a watery death
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Well made
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Inexpensive

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Talk to enough people that spend time by the water with their GoPro and you're almost guaranteed to hear horror stories about how they lost their camera while surfing, wakeboarding, boating, fishing or simply capturing footage of fish in a lake.

If you partake in any of these hobbies or others like it near water, you should consider picking up the Floaty: a removable bright orange foam attachment to ensure the GoPro comes back up to the surface and can be easily spotted.

If you spend time in or on the water and can’t sacrifice the use of your hands to film yourself or friends, you should also consider the Bite Mount, which can work alongside the Floaty +. Similar to the mouthpiece on a snorkel, the Bite Mount will help prevent those accidents while also allowing an interesting hands-free perspective while surfing, paddleboarding or wakeboarding. The Floaty is available for the older GoPro Hero8 Black.

best GoPro accessories: Kupton Screen protector

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8. PCTC Tempered Glass Lens and Screen Protector

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero8 Black, Hero9 Black

Reasons to buy

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Easy to use
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Good quality
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Inexpensive

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When GoPro decided to redesign the Hero8 Black, they eliminated the removable lens that was present on previous models. This unfortunately means that if you happen to drop your GoPro Hero8 Black on some concrete and it scratches the lens, you'll have to pay a pretty penny to replace it — in fact, it'll cost almost as much to replace the whole camera. Fortunately, GoPro brought the removable lens back with the Hero9 and later models, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't still get some protection, especially for the front and rear screens.

Enter the PCTC Tempered Glass Lens and Screen Protector. Just like the tempered glass screen protectors you apply to your phone, this one easily applies to the lens and rear screen while also including a small protective film for the front info screen. It comes in a pack of 9 (so 3 protectors each for both screens and the lens) and at less than $9, is definitely worth it and highly recommended as one of the best GoPro accessories.

Best GoPro accessories: GoPro Media Mod

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9. GoPro Media Mod

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black

Reasons to buy

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Directional mic
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Weather-resistant construction
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Two cold-shoe mounts
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Lots of connections

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The Media Mod helps make your GoPro as good with audio as with video. The biggest feature contained in the Media Mod is a built-in shotgun microphone with wind reduction in an unobtrusive form factor. It's the perfect accessory for when you need better audio in a compact, unobtrusive form-factor.

The Media Mod also adds a number of connections for those that desire them, including two cold-shoe mounts, micro-HDMI, USB-C, and 3.5mm microphone port, eliminating the need for the previous necessary audio dongle. Whether you want to use GoPro’s other products, the Media Mod adds a platform to connect multiple items including the company’s Lighting Mod and Display Mod — both of which are also in our list of the best GoPro accessories — and gives a convenient place to mount them.

GoPro makes specific Media Mods for different models, so be sure to get the one that's specifically for your camera.

Best GoPro accessories: GoPro Light Mod

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10. GoPro Light Mod

Specifications

Works with: Hero13 Black, Hero12 Black, Hero11 Black, Hero10 Black, Hero9 Black, Hero8 Black

Reasons to buy

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Goes really bright
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Waterproof to 33 feet
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Built-in rechargeable battery

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For extra illumination when filming in low light, the Light Mod can be used as both an auxiliary accessory for the Media Mod and a standalone product for the GoPro or other camera system. The GoPro Light Mod is a 10 LED array and varies from 20 to 200 lumens in three user selectable brightness levels as well as strobe function.

It also comes with a silicone diffuser for washing a subject in soft, aesthetically pleasing lighting when needed. When used in conjunction with the Media Mod, it can attach via the cold shoe but also comes with removable mounting fingers to mount it to any GoPro mount in order to shed some lighting on a subject from a different angle.

How to choose the best GoPro accessories

After a microSD card and spare batteries, choosing the best GoPro accessories entirely depends upon what you plan to do with it. You'll probably want a good selection of mounts and adapters, so you can attach the camera to your bike or whatever.

While GoPros are pretty good at cutting out wind noise, you'll want to invest in an external microphone if you want truly good audio. There are plenty of third-party mics, but GoPro also makes its own built into the Media Mod accessory.

Another one of the best GoPro accessories is a good light, especially if you plan to film a lot at night, or in darkened conditions. GoPro has a Light Mod, which we would recommend, although there are other third party lighting solutions out there.

And, while GoPros are water-resistant to 33 feet, you'll want to invest in a good waterproof case if you're going to use it in the ocean. You'll also want a flotation device, too, to prevent your GoPro from sinking to the bottom of the sea.

FAQs

Can I use any tripod for GoPro?

Pretty much, yes! Most small tripods feature a 3/8-inch threaded screw, and many GoPro's including the Hero13 Black have a corresponding 3/8-inch threaded hole in the base, so you can screw straight into a tripod. Just check which screw thread size your tripod has, and which your GoPro has. But avoid larger photography tripods, as these often use the bigger 1/2-inch thread. Most of the best smartphone tripods are also perfect for GoPros.

That said, screwing your tripod straight into your GoPro isn't always the best solution. If your tripod is fixed (with no ball-joint or moveable head), you won't have any flexibility with your camera angles. That's why we recommend the tripod mount adapter listed above (or something similar) — these bolt into a 3/8-inch thread on the base, and then connect to and bolt through your GoPro's finger connectors, allowing you to pitch the GoPro up and down as you need.

What GoPro accessories do I need for snorkelling?

Technically, none. As long as you're not going below 33 feet or 10 meters, your GoPro is totally waterproofed. However, there are some good reasons we listed the snorkelling and floaty accessories above.

It isn't always easy to tell how deep you're swimming in the moment, so you may go past your GoPro's 33-foot maximum depth. Also, if you drop your GoPro, it's gonna sink. The snorkelling cage above should protect your GoPro down to a huge 147 feet / 45 meters, while the floaty will ensure your GoPro bobs back up to the surface if you drop it, where it'll visible thanks to the bright orange coloring.

Will all GoPro accessories fit all GoPros?

No. GoPro has changed the design of its cameras numerous times throughout the 13 iterations of the Hero Black range. That includes modifications to physical proportions, adding new elements like screens and forks, etc. That means many accessories won't fit certain models.

There are some big exceptions to that. In general, there are some groupings, such as the Hero9 Black through to Hero13 Black, which share many accessories. Of course, certain accessories are more general, such as MicroSD cards (although you will need to check what size SD cards your specific GoPro model can accommodate, as some have a maximum), and any accessories that use the universal 3/8-inch thread or finger connector mounts.

But it is always worth checking whether an accessory fits your specific GoPro before you buy — that way you know you won't be wasting money.

Adam Weissman is a freelance writer and an outdoor aficionado who has reviewed a number of action cameras and accessories for Tom's Guide. In addition to several GoPro cameras, he has also tested budget action cameras and 360 cameras from a variety of manufacturers, and has tested them in a variety of conditions.

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