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Repel Umbrella Windproof Travel Umbrella Compact Light Automatic Strong and Portable Wind Resistant Small Folding Backpack Umbrella for Rain Men and Women
Last Updated: July 27, 2021 (Refresh Now)
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Body
527sturdy, compact, wind, rain, umbrellas
+80%
-20%
" ... Good value and sturdy ... "
" ... We just had a big rainstorm (an atmospheric river!) ... It’s an excellent size and just feels like it will last forever! ... "
" ... I think the price is right and it is compact enough for travel. ... "
" ... hasn’t broke yet! ... "
" ... My husband gave it to me as a gift and I love it, good quality material! ... "
" ... I wanted a sturdy but compact umbrella to take on trips. ... "
" ... It’s a perfect addition to our car for sudden rainfall! ... "
" ... I love the it's water resistant and doesn't turn upside down during high winds. ... It's very durable and dries so fast and water just run down because of the water resistant material. ... "
Body / Build Quality
307sturdy, wind, umbrellas, rain, winds
+76%
-24%
" ... However, it’s still a durable umbrella and Highly I recommend it! ... "
" ... The auto opening mechanism works fantastic and feels like its well made! ... "
" ... Appears well constructed, extra ribs plus a support ring. ... "
" ... A great way to use exsisting stands and poles. ... "
" ... Awesome backpack umbrella, its very sturdy with a good quality feel. ... "
" ... This is a very sturdy umbrella. ... It is large enough to provide good protection. ... "
" ... Unbelievably strong, excellent craftsmanship, lightweight, fast opening, easy handling , very impressed. ... "
" ... Love how compact this umbrella is while still being sturdy and professional. ... "
Body / Size
224umbrella, sturdy, lightweight, travel, backpack
+92%
-8%
" ... It’s compact, lightweight AND double vented to withstand wind and super repellant. ... "
" ... I was looking for an umbrella to fit in my backpack for work and this is the perfect size. ... "
" ... Need to increase the size by like 20%. ... I has a totes one and that one was a perfect size if this could be that size id buy multiple and recomend to all my fam and friends ... "
" ... It’s very sturdy, lightweight and so easy to use. ... "
" ... When folded this fits in my small backpack, when unfolded its a good size umbrella! ... "
" ... The sizing of the Repel Umbrella is convenient, its easy to carry around. ... "
" ... So convenient when getting in and out of the car! ... "
" ... Small and compact. ... "
Usage
178umbrella, travel, easy, open and close, easy to use
+87%
-13%
" ... Great for traveling or for that sudden downpour. ... "
" ... The Repel travel umbrella is amazing! ... Very sturdy for traveling and opens and retracts so well. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... It is very easy to open and close with just a push of a button! ... "
" ... The umbrella is easy to open and close. ... "
" ... Opens and closes with a push of a button. ... "
" ... Easy to open an close. ... "
" ... I use it mostly for sun protection, during kid's soccer games. ... "
Body / Fit
116wind, sturdy, vents, windy, stay open
+68%
-32%
" ... This folding umbrella is very sturdy and it folds and expands easily. ... "
" ... The umbrella feels extremely sturdy, it opens and closes beautifully, and is by far the most solid feeling umbrella I've ever held. ... "
" ... I used it in strong winds & rain in FL and it really does work, it didn’t fold up and out! ... "
" ... It just popped back into place like a champ. ... "
" ... Another upside to this umbrella is that it is very compact and easy to tuck away in your vehicle glove box or in a larger purse. ... "
" ... It’s perfect for one person, fits well in my laptop bag and the auto retract function works great. ... "
" ... Super sturdy and small enough to fit in my coat pocket! ... "
" ... Like the vent and extra rib support! ... "
Usage / Ease
70easy to use, open and close, easy to open, umbrella, close
+90%
-10%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to open close ... "
" ... This umbrella is easy just push a button to open, then push the down arrow to close and poof it closes. ... "
" ... Just a breeze! ... "
" ... Original one I had ended up needing to be replaced, which was a quick and easy process. ... "
" ... It's super functional and all it takes to open and close is one simple button. ... "
" ... Great quality and easy to use. ... "
" ... It is small enough to pack and easy to operate. ... "
Reliability
57months, broke, ago, open, windy
+37%
-63%
" ... I realized It died on me yesterday when it suddenly didn't want to open for me. ... "
" ... After two years of using the umbrella, the mechanism was not working. ... "
" ... I really miss the days when umbrellas would last for years and years. ... This one lasted less than 2. ... "
" ... Broke after first use ... "
" ... I bought this for my son, after some months it could not keep closed. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, it recently broke. ... "
" ... I have only used this a couple times and it’s already broken! ... "
" ... Broke after the third time using it. ... "
Usage / Controls
53push, umbrella, open and close, close, open
+75%
-25%
" ... All you need to do is press the button on the handle to open or close the umbrella. ... "
" ... I love how I can use the button to open AND close the umbrella. ... "
" ... I love the simplicity of the button open and close and the springs on the underside are strong. ... "
" ... The button that quickly opens and collapses the umbrella is so handy. ... "
" ... * Buttons to deploy and retract the umbrella are super easy. ... "
" ... It's sturdy and the open/close button works well. ... "
" ... It's super functional and all it takes to open and close is one simple button. ... "
" ... Easy to use button for open and close. ... "
Price
50umbrella, money, worth the money, worth, waste
+72%
-28%
" ... Good umbrella, especially for the price. ... "
" ... So worth every dollar. ... "
" ... Perfect price point for what you are getting. ... "
" ... Absolutely worth the $22 I paid. ... "
" ... Nice umbrella for the price! ... "
" ... Quality umbrella, well worth the money. ... "
" ... Hard to beat. ... "
" ... Best umbrella I had at this price! ... "
Usage / For Travel
46umbrella, traveling, compact, trip, lightweight
+96%
-4%
" ... Just took it to my trip and it was very good to cover me from the sun and the rain on the u steady tropical weather ... "
" ... It’s also really compact and lightweight so it’s easy to take around to work or when traveling. ... "
" ... It’s also fairly light and weighted well and easily packable for any trip. ... "
" ... I took it on a recent trip with me as well! ... "
" ... Great for throwing in a suitcase for travel. ... "
" ... Exelente product for travelers,! ... "
" ... It fits in my travel bag. ... "
" ... The Repel travel umbrella is amazing! ... Very sturdy for traveling and opens and retracts so well. ... "
Marketplace
45received, replacement, advertised, review, product
+62%
-38%
" ... And the service replacement response to a damaged arrival was great. ... "
" ... There were a few issues with one of the ribs on mine, but they were so responsive and sent out a replacement! ... "
" ... After writing the review, I reached out to the company. ... "
" ... Does what it is intended for and works as described, love it! ... "
" ... Opens and closes as described. ... "
" ... Very good after Amazon service. ... "
" ... It does well in the wind, just as the seller said. ... "
" ... received a response within a few hours of my review. ... Gave them my shipping address the next day . ... "
Body / Comfort
45hands, handle, grip, rain, umbrellas
+62%
-38%
" ... Used just today for heavy rain fall and it worked really well. ... "
" ... Very well built, solid, firm grip. ... "
" ... I feel so powerful in my hands! ... "
" ... Which is great for someone like me with only one working hand. ... "
" ... Love the open/close button function especially if you’re like me and the anxiety of ripping your finger off from the old style latch system causes you great distress when you’re already wet. ... "
" ... Its small and durable and fits perfectly in your hands . ... "
" ... This feature comes in very handy when I’m trying to get into my car in a hurry in heavy rain or when my hands are full of packages. ... "
" ... It’s an excellent size and just feels like it will last forever! ... "
Body / Water Resistance
39water, umbrella, wind, wet, heavy rain
+72%
-28%
" ... Protects from rain and sun. ... "
" ... Overall, happy with my purchase and much ore wind resistant than any other umbrella I have had. ... "
" ... I expect it will shed water as well. ... "
" ... A great umbrella - so sturdy and wind-resistant. ... "
" ... I was not taking a chance getting my phone wet to take rainy pics but I did use it in a recent photoshoot. ... "
" ... It’s totally waterproof and keeps you dry and protected from the sun. ... "
" ... I have not tested the rain and wind yet but it does get windy here so that in itself will be a big help. ... "
" ... Did great in California rain showers last week. ... "
Dry
31umbrella, rain, dries quickly, keep me dry, keep
+77%
-23%
" ... Works well in the wind, dries quickly, lightweight ... "
" ... Great quality, easy to operate, nice size, and dries quickly. ... "
" ... It's well-built, shakes dry easily, and the open-close mechanism is very handy. ... "
" ... I am a wedding photographer + this is the perfect addition to my kit for rainy wedding days to keep my gear dry! ... "
" ... It dries really quickly and was — as its name states— quite good at repelling water👏🏻🤩💦 ... "
" ... Great rain protection and dries fast with a shake! ... "
" ... last storm was fierce but I stayed dry. ... "
" ... Keeps my dry. ... "
Body / Storage
27sturdy, compact, opens and closes, larger, wind
+93%
-7%
" ... I am used to larger sized umbrellas were I am fully covered as well as my backpack. ... "
" ... Opens and closes easily. ... "
" ... Sturdier than the cheap grocery store ones ... "
" ... Perfect size to fit in my bag! ... "
" ... It will be a great addition to my camera bag. ... "
" ... It even fits in my small Kavu bag. ... "
" ... It’s sturdy, looks nice, and I’m actually able to put it back in its storage pouch. ... "
" ... I love how convenient it is when you have a baby and holding the diaper bag. ... "
Body / Design
24design, look, sturdy, sleek, stylish
+88%
-13%
" ... Looks sturdy and heavy duty. ... "
" ... The design is beautiful. ... "
" ... Sleek, performs well. ... "
" ... Looks it will last longer than last. ... "
" ... Lightweight, sturdy, and sleek. ... "
" ... It also feels like it has a really good build and sturdiness. ... "
" ... Looks great, works great and I will test it if it ever rains again! ... "
" ... This fits all of those needs and it looks nice as well. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
22review, works, seller, quickly, pictures
+91%
-9%
" ... Very good after Amazon service. ... "
" ... More pictures on my IG at Imsimply_Ryan ... "
" ... This item was shipped quickly. ... "
" ... Opens and closes as described. ... "
" ... Does what it is intended for and works as described, love it! ... "
" ... I included (7) pictures in this review. ... "
" ... It does well in the wind, just as the seller said. ... "
" ... After writing the review, I reached out to the company. ... "
Features
18feature, close, open, features, automatic
+78%
-22%
" ... This is easy to open/close which is always an added bonus for an umbrella feature. ... "
" ... I have been pleasantly surprised with this little umbrella and it's one push button features, it's so convenient that I have purchased 3 of them for my vehicles. ... "
" ... It is strong enough and very light. ... "
" ... Compact and the automatic features are fantastic. ... "
" ... Great umbrella, really like the closing feature for it ... "
" ... Lock the click and lock feature — makes it easy to open and close for a mama on the go! ... "
" ... Super sturdy love the easy collapsible feature! ... "
" ... I haven't had any umbrella that has had this feature. ... "
Body / Weight
16light, umbrella, sturdy, heavy, size
+100%
" ... It’s compact and light weight. ... "
" ... Although the umbrella weighs a tad more than my previous very cheap travel umbrellas I would definitely recommend this one. ... "
" ... A good combination of weight and strength. ... "
" ... Sturdy, compact, and light umbrella, nice medium size. ... "
" ... Sturdy, yet light weight. ... "
" ... The handle is ergonomic and the weight, while not light, is just the right amount of heavy. ... "
" ... I love the light weight and ease of use. ... "
" ... Finally I got a good umbrella 🌂 its a regular- size umbrella, that can fit in my purse, pretty light weight, but the best part is- there's no flapping back and forth in the strong wind, thanks to double venting 💪🏽 also this umbrella not just pops out with a click of a button, but it also pops in/closes with 1 button click in 0,5 seconds 🤪 whaaaat ??!!? ... "
Marketplace / Returns
14replacement, window, unfortunately, trash, sent
+29%
-71%
" ... Stopped working won't close and I can't return it ... "
" ... So, I'm being generous with the stars. ... "
" ... I would love to return it, but I do not have the time to waste . ... "
" ... Can’t return it. ... "
" ... I couldn't return it because I missed the time frame. ... "
" ... Return to sender. ... "
" ... Tried to return, but am unfortunately past the 30 day return window. ... "
" ... In the trash it goes. ... "
Usage / Capacity
12umbrella, keep, one, coverage, would
+92%
-8%
" ... Great to keep one in the car. ... "
" ... Not the lightest or most compact, but great for keeping in the car door or an office drawer for when I need it 👍🏻 ... "
" ... Just a great little umbrella for our car. ... "
" ... I would recommend to friends and family. ... "
" ... Very nice and compact umbrella that fits in my car without taking up much room. ... "
" ... It blocked the sun better than my previous umbrella and has a bigger area of coverage. ... "
" ... It’s a perfect addition to our car for sudden rainfall! ... "
" ... Works so well I’m buying a second one so I have one in the car and one in the house! ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
11works, pictures, described
+91%
-9%
" ... It’s small and works as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Does what it is intended for and works as described, love it! ... "
" ... I included (7) pictures in this review. ... "
" ... More pictures on my IG at Imsimply_Ryan ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised ... "
" ... Opens and closes as described. ... "
Usage / For Kids
8son, size, kid, child, umbrella
+88%
-13%
" ... well made used for grandson's baseball games. ... "
" ... Husband loves it ... "
" ... I use it mostly for sun protection, during kid's soccer games. ... "
" ... Need a stocking stuffer for your favorite college kid, hardworking executive or a friend you care for? ... "
" ... Like a child's size. ... "
" ... Will be great for my college student! ... "
" ... She loves it and it's just the right size for her and the granddaughter . ... "
Usage / As Gift
8good, gifts, christmas, people
+100%
" ... My husband gave it to me as a gift and I love it, good quality material! ... "
" ... Gift for my daughter. ... "
" ... Received this as a gift! ... "
" ... Haven’t used yet- Christmas gifts ... "
" ... This was a gift and not really sure how well,the item will hold up. ... "
" ... Would make a great good gift for the holidays. ... "
" ... This is a great christmas gift for the person who has everything. ... "
" ... Will consider getting a few more as gifts. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
7product, shipping, packaged, delivery, quickly
+71%
-29%
" ... Delivery was quick. ... "
" ... I received the product on a perfect condition and the shipping is fast! ... "
" ... At first the shipping wasn't bad at all, it came as is and properly wrapped and packaged. ... "
" ... Was packaged with care. ... "
" ... This item was shipped quickly. ... "
Camera
6umbrella, bag
+83%
-17%
" ... I included (7) pictures in this review. ... "
" ... More pictures on my IG at Imsimply_Ryan ... "
" ... It will be a great addition to my camera bag. ... "
" ... As a photographer I use umbrellas a lot. ... "
" ... I got this Umbrella because I wanted something to match my cosplay while I did my shoot outside and I really enjoyed it! ... "
Body / Door
6car, fits, perfect, compact
+100%
" ... Not the lightest or most compact, but great for keeping in the car door or an office drawer for when I need it 👍🏻 ... "
" ... It fits nicely in the door of my car. ... "
" ... Perfect size to take on travels or to grab when we run out the door. ... "
" ... Just what I needed to store in the car—in the drivers door slot! ... "
" ... This one fits perfect in the door. ... "
Performance
5good, fast
+100%
" ... It flies open quickly, and closes just as fast. ... "
" ... Good but not for more than 40-50mph wind speed. ... "
" ... Gets the job done ... "
" ... Need a good umbrella and this did the job. ... "
Network
5strength, bit, umbrella, small, rim
+60%
-40%
" ... It blocked the sun better than my previous umbrella and has a bigger area of coverage. ... "
" ... A bit larger than I expected when closed but not too big and great coverage when open ... "
Marketplace / Defective Delivery
5product, broken, delivery
+20%
-80%
" ... One had a defect. ... "
" ... Upon delivery, product was broken. ... "
" ... I received a defective product. ... "
" ... I opened and closed it about 3 times when I received it, and then it was broken. ... "
Usage / Gaming
4soccer, kid
+100%
" ... well made used for grandson's baseball games. ... "
" ... I use it mostly for sun protection, during kid's soccer games. ... "
" ... It withstood a rainy, windy soccer game no problem! ... "
Battery / Charging
4free, charge, replaced, repel
+75%
-25%
" ... So yea it should have stood up to the wind but hey if it doesn't, they will replace it free of charge so you can feel safe about the purchase ! ... "
" ... Repel replaced my umbrella for free without shipping charges. ... "
" ... Repel replaced the umbrella for me free of charge. ... "
Battery
4free, charge, replaced, repel
+75%
-25%
" ... So yea it should have stood up to the wind but hey if it doesn't, they will replace it free of charge so you can feel safe about the purchase ! ... "
" ... Repel replaced my umbrella for free without shipping charges. ... "
" ... Repel replaced the umbrella for me free of charge. ... "
Usage / For Running
3errands
+100%
" ... Perfect for college for my son walking to classes in the wind, snow and rain. ... "
" ... And it’s not hard, it doesn’t require both hands to release it so it comes in handy when I’m running errands with the kids. ... "
" ... This is my go to umbrella for running errands and commuting around NYC. ... "
Cleaning
3since, coating
+67%
-33%
" ... The coating makes it easy to shake off water before entering a building. ... "
" ... Comes with a sleeve protector, which I love to use, since I always keep it in my purse & prevents my belongings from getting dirty. ... "
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Size: 11.42 meters