BAODINI UPF 50+ UV Umbrella Protection Sun Reverse Compact Umbrella for Rain Automatic Inverted Windproof Umbrella

I've gone through many a UV umbrella when living in Asia, most of which did not last a year. UV umbrellas built like this one generally last a lot longer, but there are some things to keep in mind - it is a bit longer than others when collapsed, opening & closing it is quite loud (I once startled someone when I closed my umbrella next to her) and you have to use quite a bit of force to collapse it (I place the handle against my stomach and push it inwards). Well worth it though as it is much sturdier than others.

🚩 Removed 1⭐-- it worked for a single run to my car in strong rain, but already lost ~all of the reflective coating on the edges (not necessary for sun protection). SEE PIC where gray is and see specs of silver - used to be all silver. This doesn't bode well for the long lasting-ness of this umbrella since it was the 1st rain and have only had a couple weeks🚩Ive only had it a few weeks, but use it at least 1x daily for dog walking, and often more for running into work/the gym, etc.✔️It does a fantastic job protecting from the Sun (see lux- bottom pure sun, mid where face is under umbrella, top measuring by waist) ✔️Exceptionally lightweight compared to others. ✔️The size is perfect, and the color, though not important, is cute. ✔️its longer than others I've used which is nice - you don't end up holding it against your head bc the handle has length❌I have CONCERNS about the spring mechanisms failing since that's what usually fails, especially on umbrellas that open with extreme force like this one. Its made like all the other spring umbrellas I've used (see pics of hook/spring systems which add stress on fabric) I'm not hopeful it'll last long but maybe this brand has done it right(?) ❌An added concern for spring failure is due to fact that it's 'inverted' so there are more springs to fail.[❌/✔️] The wind is NOT it's friend but it's sufficiently sturdy if you point it into the wind (which is what you should do with any umbrella) I don't expect something this light and cheap to be able to stand up to strong winds, regardless of marketing, it's just not possible, but that's fine. ⭐Though it's actually done a fine job of not collapsing/folding in wind (my standards are low though - i used a broken umbrella for ~ 1yr)❌If you hold it too close to your head (ie while texting/writing a review ;) and holding it btwn shoulder and neck be careful - your hair can get stuck quite easily in the hooks!However it's been great so far! I'd recommend it. There's a dearth of good sun umbrellas out there and this one fits the bill

It really fits well in a handbag but it's a little hardto close.

The handle started to rust and I haven’t even start to use it as yet.

$19.99 for a sturdy, pretty, protective umbrella! The push to open and shut button is so handy. It’s a little hard to press the handle shut, but I suppose that proves it’s sturdiness.I’ve yet to use it in the rain, but I see the advantage of closing “up”. For now, the sub protection is great — I’m so happy with this purchase.