I was using my old styled 3 feet long black umbrella that was difficult to pack in my bag. It’s good to use for local travel but handling is challenging when travelling.
The major issue with old styled umbrellas is the heavyweight and long stick. Compact umbrellas are better alternatives but most of those are not durable (because of the poor material or design flaws).
Here in my blog I have compiled a list of 5 best travel umbrellas with some details about them (pros & cons etc.), which will help you choose the one that best fits your need.
List of 5 best travel umbrellas
1. Repel Windproof Travel Umbrella
While doing my research Repel Windproof travel umbrella was recommended by most of the travel bloggers.
The canopy of this umbrella is made up of high-quality quick-dry material that tends to last long. A Repel Windproof umbrella can easily fit into your backpack because it’s just 11 inches long.
It weighs less than a pound so it won’t add much weight to your travel bag. The quick auto press button makes it easy to open and close. Repel Windproof travel umbrella comes with a lifetime guarantee, which shows how confident the company has on its products.
Pros:
11-inch long
Weighs less than a pound
Quick auto-press button for easy open/close
Comes with a lifetime guarantee
Cons:
Price is on the higher side
Best for travelers and office-goers
2. Rain-Mate Compact Travel Umbrella
The Rain-Mate Compact travel umbrella has nine fiberglass ribs along with an all-metal frame and shaft. This combination makes it exceptionally resistant to strong wind. The durable fiberglass hinges allow flexibility to the canopy to invert without bending or breaking the ribs thus making the travel umbrella virtually indestructible. You get a lifetime guarantee on the product. This masterpiece comes with a three-fold telescopic shaft, which makes this great travel companion collapse to just 11” and the 42” canopy offers an impressive coverage. The pack comes with a travel sleeve that allows you to store the umbrella dry in your purse.
Pros:
11” in length
42” canopy for better overage
Fiberglass strong ribs with an all-metal frame
Lifetime guarantee
Cons:
The shaft is three-folded shaft
Best for daily commuters and travelers
The alternate for Rain-Mate Compact travel umbrella is PFFY 2-pack compact travel umbrella.
Also Read: Tips to select a good umbrella for travel
3. EEZ-Y Compact Travel Umbrella
Many times umbrellas get inverted in a gusty wind. But EEZ-Y compact travel umbrella has solved this problem. This compact travel umbrella is made with a vented double canopy with vents that allow the wind to blow through the umbrella without inverting it. You can fold this travel companion to 11” and you can pack easily in your purse. The product is designed and built in such a way with the innovative frame that it promises no breaking and no rust. But in case, unfortunately, your umbrella gets damaged or broken, the company promises lifetime replacement guarantee.
Pros:
11” in length for easy storage
Double-vented canopy
Promises no breaking or rust
Cons:
Comfort level is not that satisfactory in terms of opening and closing the umbrella
Best for daily commuters
4. Tiagogear Windproof Travel Umbrella
Tiagogear is one of the best budget windproof compact travel umbrellas. You can get this travel companion starting at just $10. But don’t get deceived with the price because you get all the features that you can get in an expensive travel umbrella. Less than a pound and 11” long is a perfect size and you can easily fit it in your purse, briefcase, and glovebox keeping you always prepared. The easy one-handed operation to open and close allows you to expand and collapse the umbrella with a single touch.
Pros:
11” in length
Weighs less than a pound
An easy one-handed operation to open/close
Low price
Cons:
Stiff metal ribs
Best for regular use and travel companion
5. Crown Coast Travel Umbrella
The Crown Coast travel umbrella can withstand winds of about 60 mph speed. The USP of this travel umbrella is the Flex Memory technology that ensures if the umbrella gets inverted in the wind, it’ll bounce back to its original position without you doing it manually. The company demands that they have tested this in a full-sized wind tunnel. The compact travel umbrella comes with a compact case, which makes it easy to put it in your car, luggage, travel stroller, etc. The lightweight and variety of colors make it a choice for kids and adults alike. The company offers 100-day zero risk money-back guarantee keeping the company’s customer-first policy in place and the confidence that they have on their product.
Pros:
Lightweight
Flex Memory technology to withstand gusty wind
100-day zero risk money-back guarantee
Cons:
Price is at the higher side
Best for daily use and travel
Now that you have a comprehensive list of the 5 best travel umbrellas you’ll always be prepared. This list is made after extensive research and the 5 top popular compact travel umbrellas are chosen based on its price, durability, size, and popularity among the travel community. This article is to help you with the top available options in the travel umbrella segment. You can choose your pick according to your needs and budget.
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Deepa
A very interesting and informative post about umbrellas.
Shamik
Thank you Deepa. I’m glad you liked my post on travel umbrellas.
Richa Mina
I’m glad for the list and that too in the rainy season. You’re a savior.
Shamik
Lol. Thanks Richa. I’m glad my post could be of help for you.
Neha Sharma
Thanks for recommending these compact, lightweight, and durable umbrellas for travelling. It would be helpful if you could add pictures too.
Shamik
Thanks for the suggestion Neha. I’ll definitely look into this recommendation and make that improvement to the post.
Seema Bardeskar
That’s a wonderful list of useful variety in umbrellas. I actually never thought of knowing about the variety.
Shamik
Thank you Seema. I’m glad you liked my post. While writing this post I also had the same thoughts. Hence thought of creating this post and sharing with the community 🙂
Madhu Bindra
I didn’t know there were so many types of umbrellas. Very interesting. Thanks for this unique post.
Shamik
Thank you Madhu. I’m glad you liked my post on travel umbrellas.