G4Free UPF 50+ UV Protection Travel Umbrella with Wooden Handle, 42 Inch Lightweight Sun Rain Folding Umbrellas Auto Open Close (Lake Blue)

I wanted to replace my very old umbrella, and came across this 2 in 1 option as it provides sun protection as well. It is compact and very lightweight, which makes it a great choice for traveling. It is easy to use, quickly opens up and closes by pressing the button. The metallic color and UV protection keeps you nice and cool when you are out in hot sun. I will sure use it during long tourism tours. The construction is pretty sturdy, so should be strong during winds and should last. I am happy with this product.

Keeps you dry! Nice size. Comfortable in your hand. Pretty color. Strong and durable!

Easy to open and close. Well made will last several seasons. Fits in the passenger door for the car, you never know when you need it.

I love auto-open/close umbrellas, and this did not disappoint, almost. Just push the button and it opens up. To fold it, push the button again and pull the knob down to lock. However, when it folds, there is no distinct lines where the fold are meant to be. The fabric feels slightly rubbery so it does not fold sharply along any lines. This is a big difference from my Eddie Bauer umbrella that folds perfectly every time. If you dont mind this little quirk, this umbrella will be just fine for its intended purpose. Just stuff it in the included pouch and no one will know the difference.

I dont know what it is, but the open/closing mechanism is faulty in these! I bought another one first, and it sprung threads when I opened it for the second time and stopped working..but I loved the coverage and sun blocking ability it has, however I had to return it! So I bought another hoping it would work better, and after using it the first time I had trouble closing it down. The mechanics are very stiff..I may have to return this one too, however I really needed it, because this Florida heat is already too much!

This is a useful little umbrella. It is always a good idea to carry an umbrella in you vehicle when there is the possibility of rain. With a compact umbrella you can just carry it along all the time. This is a stout little umbrella. The slick silver colored material on the outside that will reflect sunlight, it is also waterproof. The extend mechanism has a pretty strong spring that helps to extend the umbrella when you open it. Because the spring is so strong, it takes quite a bit of effort to close the umbrella back to the catch. A person that is less strong may have a little trouble getting the umbrella all the way closed.

While this may not be my favorite rain umbrella as it does not have the largest wingspan, it does provide sufficient rain coverage in a pinch for a single person and is compact enough to slip in a tote bag. I have yet to test it in high winds for durability but it seems fairly sturdy in construction. Its greatest feature is its ability to deflect the sun with its silver coating and UPF 50+ coating. One does not have to roast underneath as much as you would under a regular black umbrella. I live in Southern California where it is often sunny and cloudless, so this is a significant advantage. The button works excellently as well to open and close the umbrella, though it feels as if more force is required than normal (compared to other travel umbrellas I’ve owned) to push it back down into the handle after closing.

I ordered this umbrella mainly to use at my grandchildren’s ball games this summer. I sunburn easily and it can be a pain having to reapply sunscreen. Most of the time at these games I am sitting on bleachers with no shade. It becomes miserable pretty quickly lol. I love that this umbrella has such good UV protection. It also will work well for those afternoon showers that pop up most days during the summer. The umbrella is well made and is double layered. The 42” spread is more than sufficient. I also like that is folds to s fairly compact size. Great product!

Reflects light very well, and stops the rain.

The umbrella when unfolded has nice coverage, yet when folded will fit in the door pocket of our auto. Perfect from that standpoint. Only time will tell as to its durability, but initial impressions are positive. It folds and unfolds with relative ease. The faux (?) wood handle is comfortable. Although the outside of the umbrella is shiny/reflective for sun deflection, our needs will be for rain protection only.