Used once and broke. Did not reopen.

First off I was surprised at the very small size and weight of this umbrella, this is perfect for you to have available most of the time. This umbrella is perfect for you to keep in your glove box or purse for all those summer time pop up showers, always be ready. The stem on it is 19 inches when opened fully and with a 39in diameter it will give you enough coverage to stay dry for the most part. Now I am not sure you could use this as your main umbrella, but a good choice to have around close by at all times. Easy to open and to close just push the silver button on the side at the top of the holding rod to release just like any other. The rod is a little stubborn to colapse, so I just hold the outside tip on the top an tap the handle and it closes easily. I have never had an umbrella you know being a male we just tough it out like idiots but I though this would really come in handy in a roadside break down or a downpour. This takes up no room at all and is of a decent quality and a good price range.

My review is basically the same as other reviewers for this compact umbrella. The concept of having a mini umbrella to place inside a purse is great. However, the handle coupled with opening and closing the umbrella will take some time getting used to. Please be aware of the fact this is not a button press auto open umbrella. This is a manual umbrella which mean you are responsible for opening and closing. I highly recommend you practice before popping this open in the pouring rain. Keep in mind it is advertised as a mini umbrella. Therefore, you will bet what you pay for.

This is definitely a small umbrella to be carried in a handbag or purse. It opens and closes fairly easily, although I couldnt see where the closing mechanism was at first. It comes with a zippered case, but I dont think Id have any use for this as Id just keep the umbrella with the slip case in my bag. The handle and spokes feel sturdy, but the material is a bit thin and see through. It should hold with rain, but not sure about a gust of wind.

This umbrella is compact, very lightweight and convenient. I found that its a little hard to open. Great for rainy days and hot sunny days.

The only reason I marked it down a bit is that it is heavier than I would have anticipated and if you are trying to keep the weight down in your luggage or backpack, this is not lightweight.

The umbrella helped keep me dry in a moderate rainy day. Small fits in bag or a large pocket. Will try umbrella on a windy rain day.

The umbrella is very nice.

Great combination of small folded size and full size open. Exceeded my expectations for the price point.

My only complaint so far is I ordered blue and received burgundy instead. Seems pretty sturdy, ill update after use