So don’t let the pictures fool you. It’s compact when folded. But unwrap it and press the button to reveal a big ass umbrella! And press it again to collapse it! It looks and feels really high quality and I can tell by the metal that it won’t just unravel when the wind blows. I bought the black one and it looks professional and work ready, while also compact and has a nice strap attached to it, so it’s perfect for my commute to work. It’s also really affordable for a totes umbrella (this is my third, the first two got lost) with the $4.00 coupon amazon has going. With free next day on Prime! But best of all, even though it’s big, it’s not as big as those ridiculously huge umbrellas people in New York walk around with, so you won’t look like a douchebag when you have it open. Lol Overall, I’m super satisfied with my purchase, and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, sturdy, reliable yet compact umbrella, big enough to also cover your backpack. Maybe even with a loved one. Read more
One rainy night, my boyfriend and I went out for dinner and forgot our umbrellas at the restaurant. Being that it's still the middle of winter, I knew we'd need them again very soon. I ordered this one but as soon as I did, I saw that it was supposed to rain the next day and I had to stop by a store to grab another one anyways. It was a small one that I can carry around in my bag and I was going to just return this one. BUT after receiving it, I prefer this one. It's slightly bigger and very sturdy - wind resistant and waterproof! I didn't think that this feature would really matter but oh...it so does! When getting in and out of stores, restaurants, cars, etc., all you have to do is give it a couple shakes and voila the water falls off the umbrella! No messy puddles left behind you and you're able to throw it in your bag without getting everything inside it wet. This is a great umbrella...in fact, my boyfriend liked it so much the last time he used it that he ordered one for himself too! Do not hesitate to buy! Read more
I've been buying TOTES for decades now. Love the brand and the ease of use. I travel for a living and want and need compact, quick and easy access umbrella. Especially in areas where the rain just suddenly comes down (i.e. Florida). This particular model TOTE isn't as compact as I had hoped for. It's also not as automated as advertised. You will have to assist it in both opening and closing. Build quality is very good. Velcro closing strap is nice and wide. Handle is just right for fit. The umbrella is a value umbrella so in fairness, it can't be to perfection. Yet it well deserves 4 stars. Read more
This is a great umbrella. Easy to open and close. Compact when folded. Just press the button. Read more
This specific umbrella is one of the only ones I've ever had that holds up to strong winds. It's got a great coverage area (not oversized but plenty for 1 person). When closed it's a very portable size. The easy open is great but easy close is even better. It's worth the price over cheaper flimsy umbrellas. Built to last. Read more
The umbrella would not open!!!! The handle is plastic. Seems easy to break. Read more
The umbrella looks sturdy enough. The canopy fabric is thick. The overall quality is good. The handle is a bit different than the one on the photo, it doesn’t have dents, but it’s ok anyway. Read more
Will fit in 75% of purses. I really like the option of using a small umbrella when the weather is iffy!! I don't care that it is a manual use umbrella. I bought it for the size. And totes make the best umbrellas. Read more
