Design:

When you purchase this product, you will have three color options that you can select from- blue, red, and turquoise. Each color option has a sharp light grey interior. In addition to the panels, there are two flaps that fold down to give you a little bit of extra protection from the sun, but also from harsh winds. These panels have built-in plastic windows so that you can still enjoy the beauty of the shoreline without being hit with biting winds.

Specifics:

The panels of this unit are made up of 210 D polyester- which is an incredibly strong and durable fabric, and it offers a UV protection level of 50. It is held on place with 4.5 mm steel ribs and as well as a 5 mm steel shaft that extends out. Additionally, this unit only weighs about 9 pounds, so carrying it from the car to the shore shouldn’t weigh you down all that much.

Ease of use:

Staking this unit into the ground is simple enough, and doesn’t require much explanation. The flaps that fold down are just a little bit more complicated to affix to the ground and require the use of individual stakes. However, if you just want the extra shade and aren’t worried about the wind, there is no need to affix them to the ground, and you can just let them hang down.

Value:

The cost of this unit is pretty reasonable, and will likely set you back the same amount that you would spend filling up your tank with gas. While it isn’t the most affordable option out there on the market, it’s innovative design and willingness to hold up to most weather conditions makes it well worth the price point in our opinion.

Summary:

If you don’t want to be holed up indoors when the weather gets a little iffy, this product will be able to keep the sun, wind, and rain off of your back so that you can continue to enjoy the great outdoors.

Design:

Users have the option of selecting a lot of fun design and color options that capture the mood of trips to the ocean. Colors options include red, red and orange stripes, multicolor stripes, blue, and navy and blue alternating panels. What’s great about this design is that it also comes with a carrying case that matches the patterns of the unit.

Specifics:

As we mentioned earlier, the best part about this design is that it is incredibly lightweight and easy to carry. It weighs in at just over 4 pounds, which is made possible by ribs made from fiberglass and a pole that is made from lightweight aluminum. The pole is able to be adjusted in the middle so that it will be able to shade the ground in the same spot as the sun moves across the sky. The panel material offers a UV protection level of 50 and has a wind vent built into the top to prevent high winds form catching it and sending it traveling down the shoreline.

Ease of use:

If you can pop a straw into your can of soda- you can set up this product. Simply punch the stake into the sand, and use the sand screw to lower it down to ensure that it is nice and secure. To adjust the pole, hold down the button and tilt the unit until it is in the desired position, and then release the button.

Value:

This unit cost just a little bit less than the Sport-Brella design, but only by a little. This unit will likely set you back about the same amount that you would spend to fill up your gas tank before hitting the road. However, we find that this is a really great deal for something that is made from high-quality materials that will hold up to weather as well as is able to be adjusted to suit your particular needs.

Summary:

If you are in the market for something that is really lightweight to carry down to the shoreline, but is also incredibly durable and comes from a trusted brand that has been making great ocean gear since 1993- this is going to be an excellent choice.

Design:

Users can select from one of two bright and sunny colors that include blue and red. Each color option has the accent of a white floral design over the wind vent along the top. All of the accents pieces such as the ribs and shaft, are coated in a polished white to make it really pop no matter where you set up camp.

Specifics:

This unit is just a little bit lighter than some of the standard options out there on the market and weighs in at just over 6 pounds. This lighter weight is due in part to the lighter weight polyester materials that have a offers UV protection of 50. It has 10 steel ribs and is supported by a steel pole that is able to be adjusted in the middle to adjust the angle of the canopy.

Ease of use:

The base of this model does not come with a stake to anchor it into the ground. The feature makes it perfect to bring along to other places than just the ocean, but it does mean that you will be required to buy an additional sand auger. Users report that this unit responds better to a plastic auger than metal, and plastic augers will likely set you back only a little bit of money (roughly the price you spend on lunch today).

Value:

The cost of this unit runs pretty par for the course. It isn’t the most expensive unit out there, but it is far from the least expensive. If you wanted something that is made of high-quality materials without setting you back a lot of money, this is going to be a great addition to your next family vacation.

Summary:

AMMSUN provides users with great gear that will hold up in all kinds of weather and is offered at a really affordable price point. Keep in mind, however, you are going to suffer just a little bit of extra cost with the addition of a sand auger, but the absence of one built into the base makes this design just a little more versatile.

Design:

Users don’t have the option to pick a color that suits their preferences. It is only offered in one color- royal blue. It is, however, accented along the edges with bright white trim, and the corners drape down a little bit to give you just a little bit of extra shade.

Specifics:

The Snail weighs just over 5 pounds, which is as heavy as carrying a bag of sugar down to the shoreline. It comes with its own matching carrying case to make hauling it just a little bit easier. The fabric is 100 percent UV resistant, and the pole is able to be adjusted to tilt the canopy.

Ease of use:

What’s great about his model is that the sand auger is built right into the base. The tip has a screw like construction, and there are handles in the middle of the shaft to allow users to screw it deep down into the sand to ensure that it stays put for the duration of your stay. When you are done, simply fold it up, unscrew it from the sand, and place it into your carrying case.

Value:

As we stated earlier, this is one of the most affordable options out there on the market. It will likely set you back about the same amount that you would spend ordering two large pizzas at the end of a fun day of swimming and surfing.

Summary:

If you are looking to cut costs, but still want something that won’t turn inside out or blow away when an abrupt gust of wind comes your way, this is an excellent option.

Design:

There aren’t any color options offered for this design, so if you aren’t a big fan of the color orange you are going to be out of luck. It has a double layer orange exterior with an interior that is a charcoal grey for maximum protection from not only the heat and damage of the sun but also its brightness. All of the components are a polished silver, and the ribs on the interior are white.

Specifics:

The pole and the ribs of this unit are made from a high quality and lightweight aluminum. It weighs in at just over 4 pounds, which makes it one of the lightest options to make our list. The canvas is made from 100 percent polyester which is incredibly durable and offers UV protection of 50.

Ease of use:

The stakes that are included with purchase are not only incredibly effective at keeping this design firmly in place, but they are also really easy to use. It has a 3 prong anchor that is perfect for really windy conditions, and it just sticks right into the sand. When it is time to head back, simply fold the unit up and place it into the carrying case with a shoulder strap that is included with purchase.

Value:

This unit runs pretty par for the course. It isn’t the most expensive model out there on the market, but it is far from being the most expensive. It will likely run you the same amount that you would spend filling up your gas tank before the big road trip.

Summary:

If you are in the market for something that is dependable and easy to use, and that also is able to be adjusted easily to move with the sun, the AosKe option is going to be an excellent choice for your next trip to the ocean.

Design:

There aren’t really any color options when it comes to this design, unfortunately. The good news, however, is that it the color option that is available is sharp and will make you stand out from the crowd. It has an aqua blue outside with a deep charcoal grey interior that will offer maximum shade when the sun is really beating down.

Specifics:

This unit has a telescoping pole that is made from premium metal and can be adjusted 360 degrees. It also has a layer of EVA foam on the handle to make adjusting it to fit your needs a little bit easier. It weighs in at just shy of 7 pounds, which is just a little bit lighter than of some of the other options making our list.

Ease of use:

Sunphio has done their best to make setting up, making adjustments, and tearing down as easy as possible. There are 2 different anchor attachments that users can affix to the base. The first one is just a solid stake that is perfect for a casual ocean breeze. The second is a three-pronged fork that is designed for when the winds are really starting to pick up. When you are ready to go home, simply fold everything up and place it in the matching carrying case that is included with purchase.

Value:

Due to the fact that there are some many innovative design features that make using this model simple and easy, as well as effective, the price tag is a little bit higher than the average cost that consumers seem to be willing to pay on these products. However, Sunphio offers a lifetime money back guarantee if you are not pleased with the performance of their product.

Summary:

For those that want something that is incredibly easy to set up and adjust without the need of complicated instructions and has anchor attachments that will work in just about any terrain, the Sunphio design, in our opinion, is well worth the slightly padded price tag.

Design:

Users can select from one color design- and that’s a unit that has a different color for each panel. Sure, you might not get to pick the color that you wanted, but you will be sure to stand out from the others on the shoreline, and there will be no trouble spotting your stuff when you get up out of the water. It has a white interior, and the poles and ribs are also white.

Specifics:

When completely folded down and placed into a travel bag, this unit measures to be only 28.5 inches long- perfect for suitcases that are 30 inches long. It also weighs in at under 4 pounds, making it the absolute lightest option currently on the market. The canopy offers a UV protection level of 50, however, it is not able to be adjusted to sit at an angle.

Ease of use:

Putting this model together is simple and easy. Simply attach the two pole pieces together and lock them into place, stick it into the sand with help of the anchors, and then raise the canopy. When it is time to head home, simply disassemble all of the components and place it into the small carrying case.

Value:

This is one of the most affordable options out there on the market, and with its compactness and lightweight, you can take it everywhere! Plus, it comes with a lifetime satisfaction guarantee if you are not happy with its performance.

Summary:

If you have to get to the ocean by plane and feel like you just don’t have the room to bring all of the best gear- the Easygo design allows you to bring along all of your gear right in your suitcase without taking up all that much room.

Design:

There aren’t any color options that users can select from, because this design is only offered in a rich blue color. It also comes with a carrying case that matches the material of the main unit. Included with purchase is a unit that helps keep it in place when high winds start to blow, and it is something that we haven’t seen in place on any of the other models out there on the market- making this design truly unique.

Specifics:

This unit weighs in at just 9 pounds, which is pretty standard for similar designs. The material that makes up the canopy offers a UV protection of 50, and users rave that the materials are incredibly thick and durable. The ribs are composed of 11mm fiberglass that hooks securely into the ends of the canopy, and the pole is made from a lightweight aluminum. Unfortunately, this unit doesn’t have a way of adjusting the angle of the canopy.

Ease of use:

What makes this product special is how it is anchored to the ground. While most units have a sand auger built into the base, this unit not only has a sand auger but it also as an additional tarped anchor that keeps it in place. Simply fill the tarp that is located at the base with sand, and sit back and relax as you unit stays firmly in place even when the winds begin to howl. When it is time to head back, dump the sand out and pack everything into its carrying case.

Value:

Hold on to your pina colada, because the price tag of this design packs a punch. In fact, the price of the BEACHBUB design is more than double of many of the other options found out there on the market. However, if you wanted something that was really going to be able to hold up not only in high winds, but will last you for years- this is the ticket. Plus, BEACHBUB is so confident that they will offer a money back guarantee if anything goes wrong- even if it was your fault!

Summary:

For those looking for something that they are confident they will never have to chase down a windy shoreline- the BEACHBUB design is the perfect option if you are willing to pay the hefty price tag.

Design:

Customers can select between two different color options- aqua blue or silver. The silver umbrella has a black trim and black underside, while the blue umbrella has a silver trim and underside. The logo is inconspicuous and followed by a small tree-like logo. The two-piece pole is white. Each design comes with a carrying case that has a durable shoulder strap for easy transport.

Specifics:

This unit weighs in at just 4 pounds, which is lighter than some of the standard designs out there on the market. It offers users a UV protection level of 50 and a generous 6-inch arc. The ribs and spreaders are constructed from lightweight fiberglass, the pole is made from powder-coated aluminum- which is rust resistant- and the canopy is made from a durable water repellent nylon with the added benefit of an air vent along the top.

Ease of use:

There is no need to read an instruction manual on the drive down to the shoreline because using this unit is pretty self-explanatory. Simply push the stake into the sand until you feel that it is secure enough. Some users feel they benefited with the added use of a sand auger to ensure that it is in there really good.

Value:

Not only is this one of the more affordable options to make our list (and also out there on the market), but it also offers a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee if you aren’t pleased with your products performance, within 90 days.

Summary:

Vacationing can be really stressful, so it is nice to avoid stressing yourself out with the little things, such as an umbrella. The Coolibar design comes in at a slightly high cost, but it is dependable and made from high-quality materials that will keep you cool and comfortable no matter how hot that sun gets.

Design:

There isn’t a variety of color choices that users can select with this design. It is offered in a lime green color that has a sharp silver lining that will keep the sun off of your back. It has sharp black metal accents that pop against the green materials. This design also has the feature of being able to adjust the canopy to move along with the sun.

Specifics:

This unit weighs in at just over 4 pounds, making it one of the lightest options out there on the market. It also comes with a sharp carrying case with a shoulder strap that makes it easy to carry from the car to the shore. Another feature that makes this design great is that has more than one method of anchoring it to the ground so that no matter what type of window conditions or terrain you are setting it up in, it will be sure to stay securely in place.

Ease of use:

It’s not as easy to set up as some of the other designs, but the addition of an easy to read manual makes set up a snap. All of the additional instructions are for ensuring that it is properly anchored with all of the materials and components that are included with purchase. When you are ready to head home, pack up all of the components into the traveling case and head back.

Value:

Due to the fact that this product uses such high-quality materials and has an innovative design that ensures that it will stay put- it costs just a little bit more than some of the other similar designs. However, if you want something that you know you won’t have to chase down the shoreline on windy days, you will be glad you paid just a little bit extra.

Summary:

If you are willing just to pay a little bit more, the Dekero is sure to impress this summer. It does an excellent job of keeping the sun off of your back, it is incredibly lightweight, and can hold up in some really windy weather conditions.