I’m glad I️ have the 101, but I️ would’ve been just as happy going with a cheaper pen style. I️ do get annoyed with the cord on the probe ...
I know your frustration. I've got a little nook in my brewery that I can set the sample and probe in and everything is fine. But it would be better to have a pH probe support instead. The problem is that those specialized supports are EXPENSIVE!!!!
A far less expensive option would be to get a Laboratory Support Stand with a clamp. That way you can keep the probe and cord from getting in the way or falling over.