Received product very quickly after getting a great deal on Prime Day. Well packed with no damage. Jsut set it up so Ill update review if any issues present themselves later. After researching these products extensively, I decided on this model based on how structurally strong it appeared, and after receiving it, this seemed to be confirmed. No other models in this price range seemed to have this kind of quality. Features I particularly like about this model are:
1. Oval pole for added stability. The pole also has notches every inch or so to secure handle at desired height rather than rely on a less secure friction device. Handle is very easy to raise and lower.
2. Beefed up cranking mechanism to raise and lower umbrella. This is most likely point of failure for any umbrella, so this gives me a bit more comfort that this one is built to last.
3. Second crank to rotate the umbrella. As the sun moves I will need to rotate umbrella to keep patio table completely in shade. Having the crank makes this much easier.
4. I mounted included base directly to my deck so I appreciated that base weights we sold separately so I didnt have to pay for something I didnt need.
5. Product came with offer for free extra canopy fabric. If this comes as a complete canopy, this is a great deal, as these will invariably fade over time no matter how good the fabric is.
Areas for improvement are:
1. No LED lights. This is becoming an inexpensive feature that should become standard in future model updates.
2. Slight rotation of pole in breezy conditions. Perhaps this is due to rotation option above so its a small sacrifice to make for that option.
Impressed So Far
Received product very quickly after getting a great deal on Prime Day. Well packed with no damage. Jsut set it up so Ill update review if any issues present themselves later. After researching these products extensively, I decided on this model based on how structurally strong it appeared, and after receiving it, this seemed to be confirmed. No other models in this price range seemed to have this kind of quality. Features I particularly like about this model are: 1. Oval pole for added stability. The pole also has notches every inch or so to secure handle at desired height rather than rely on a less secure friction device. Handle is very easy to raise and lower. 2. Beefed up cranking mechanism to raise and lower umbrella. This is most likely point of failure for any umbrella, so this gives me a bit more comfort that this one is built to last. 3. Second crank to rotate the umbrella. As the sun moves I will need to rotate umbrella to keep patio table completely in shade. Having the crank makes this much easier. 4. I mounted included base directly to my deck so I appreciated that base weights we sold separately so I didnt have to pay for something I didnt need. 5. Product came with offer for free extra canopy fabric. If this comes as a complete canopy, this is a great deal, as these will invariably fade over time no matter how good the fabric is. Areas for improvement are: 1. No LED lights. This is becoming an inexpensive feature that should become standard in future model updates. 2. Slight rotation of pole in breezy conditions. Perhaps this is due to rotation option above so its a small sacrifice to make for that option.