The quality seems very good but time will tell if it'll hold up.
Legs are aluminum and the rest is plastic, though not the cheap kind. For this price I wish the top mount would be metal.

WOW.

So my image is showing you how easy it was to unpack.

open the box from Amazon and then you have this nice square rectangle box.
Open the k&f concept tripod box and out pops a already pre-packed travel tote with the tripod inside. When you unzip that case out pops the tripod which is wrapped in one single piece of plastic.

There's only one piece of trash, ONE, other than the box, which is ludicrous. The $14 tripod I bought on here years ago had paper on each piece. Piles of trash, and so was that tripod. LOL.

Back to THIS tripod. You can see in my photo that the unit itself is tall. I am 6'4 and this made my jaw drop when I extended the legs all the way. It's very sturdy when at Max height.

Anyways, this was a great purchase and using it in real life has been a delight so far.

I bought this tripod two years ago to take with me on some international research. For three months I traveled throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, and this tripod held up every step of the way. I primarily used this tripod for filming and light photography. Rig weight was around 4 lbs. I am leaving to continue my research soon, and this tripod will be in my carry-on bag yet again. I have broken this review down by section.

PORTABILITY: 4/5
Pros
This tripod folds up tight enough to easily fit inside most camera backpack tripod slings, and it easily fits within most carry-on bags (it's seen its fair share of airports with no problems). The tripod feels professional but is discreet enough to give some peace of mind while travelling. In most cases, I felt comfortable walking through the streets of a foreign country with this thing hanging off my backpack. Kinda gives off that "super devoted tourist" vibe rather than "Oh he looks professional does he have a license to film here?" vibe.

Cons:
This tripod is quite heavy. Weighing in at almost 2.5 lbs, I definitely noticed the tripod's weight after a long day of filming / shooting. It's so beefy that it ended up tearing my cheap backpack's tripod sling toward the end of my 3 month trip. The weight did help the tripod perform better in high wind conditions, though, and of course the weight contributes to the overall durability of the tripod, which is very high.

VERSATILITY: 5/5
Few cons here. Thanks to the independently locking leg system, which is achieved via a ratcheting mechanism that locks the legs at various angles, the tripod can help you stabilize your rig on almost any surface. From the mountains of Japan to the uneven limestone streets of Jerusalem, this tripod kept me stable. The adjustable center post is helpful in getting low shots. The included bubble level and ball-joint head really help with this.

DESIGN: 4/5
This tripod definitely feels meaty, sometimes to a fault. Nevertheless, while the rest of the tripod feels incredibly solid, the spring-loaded levers that lock the legs into place feel a bit fragile by comparison. This said, mine are still holding up after two years of off and on use, so perhaps the fragility is just cosmetic.

BEST USE:
I used this tripod mostly for filming with light photography applications. The ball-joint head was great for setting up shots quickly. This on-the-fly readiness definitely helped me snag some once-in-a-lifetime shots. At the same time, ball joint heads are not the best when it comes to pan and tilt shots that are common in filmmaking. I found that the consistent resistance offered by the head actually helped with pan shots, and I achieved some pretty smooth pans with this unexpected feature. Tilt shots were a nightmare, though.

Luckily, the ball head can be screwed off and replaced by a "fluid head" of your choice, if filming is your goal.

The tripod is stable enough to support long exposure photography in low wind conditions. I was able to do some VERY minor astrophotography with this tripod in calm conditions.

VERDICT - A Fantastic Travel Tripod, and Not Just "For the Price"
This is a great travel-oriented tripod whose durability, versatility, and adaptable design (removable ball joint head) offset the cons of its hefty weight and minor design gripes. If you need a durable, portable tripod capable of multidisciplinary shooting, look no further.

I use this Tripod whenever I have the chance to record. It is lightweight and very easy to use. The mount makes putting the camera on easier. As of right now, I'm working on a film project. This tripod help allows me to use different angle wit using the panorama Ball. Also, it easy and quick to extend the legs out. My old tripod wouldn't allow these things to happen. Thank you K&F for this tri-pod.

This is exactly what I was looking for. It did a great job stabilizing my telephoto lens. I was able to take great photos from land and on boats. Lots of options to pivot, tilt or pan. :) It's slightly heaver than I wish it was for backpacking.

This is by far the best tripod I own, and let me tell you I own quite a few. It is really light and has a very durable design that helps keep your camera in balance even during strong winds. Such an easy tripod to travel with since its easy to adjust and extremely foldable. It has really strong joints and it doesn’t shake. One simple thing I love about it is the little tip that helps you screw the adapter in your camera. The best I’ve seen. Really can’t fault this tripod and couldn’t recommend it enough.

Been using this tripod for more than 6 months and I am very happy with it. It is not super lightweight but it is pretty acceptable. Setting it up is also easy when you get used to it. Of course, every body can now join the group photo rather than taking turns or asking a stranger.

I have a best selling top rated travel tripod already, but it's much too flimsy even for my Point And Shoot. Especially in uneven surfaces, or windy areas. I needed something for sturdy for road trips and astrophotography. This K&F does everything I need. Without the case, it's 2.81 pounds, 23 inches long when folded. Deployed to maximum height, it's taller than I need, and I'm taller than the average person. The quick release legs are fast, easy, and solid to deploy. I'd say it's even faster than the twist lock legs found in other tripods. In my experience with these flip latches, they'll last very long. The rubber tipped leg ends are good gripping. Horizontal pan and the ball joint are both smooth, easy to operate, and the different sized knobs make it easy to figure out in the dark. The quick release camera attachment is easy to use in the dark and holds tightly, even when shooting portraits sideways.

I was looking to upgrade my tripod for quite some time now and planned to order this one and use. I must admit I am happy with my decision. Below are the details:

1. The snap locking mechanism in this tripod is really useful and you can adjust the height comfortably based on the available surface. Also, there are 3 different levels to lock the angle of the legs of this tripod (See attached photo). Just that these angle snappers are of okay quality but should work as long as used with care.

2. Build quality is good and this one sturdy. Can be used in winds and has a hook below the central pipe to add some weight to keep the tripod steady.

3. Height - The height of this tripod is really good, specially when compared with my old tripod which was a 3.5 ft portable one. This one is tall and can be adjusted at different levels yet is not very heavy to carry around.

4. The panoramic ball head is very useful if you like to click timelapses or panorama shots.

5. This tripod comes with a good quality bag and a separate cover for the head mount to avoid any scratches on the tripod legs when folded. There is also a tool to tighten the screws if any become loose.

6. The color scheme is subtle and it’s a good-looking, portable product.

Overall I’d say the build quality is not like that of the carbon fibre tripods but really good given the price it comes at and the accessories it comes with. I’ve used it for about a month now and will update the review if I find something new over time.

I've had a couple of such lightweight travel tripods, but this is the best there is. Firstly, it comes with a bag. I know, it's just a bag, but it isn't. It is tough, thick, may be slightly heavy for some people, but definitely something to product your tripod. Secondly, the head is great. Smooth, easily rotatable, and lockable. Last but not least, the instruction manual to teach you how to turn this tripod into a monopod. These three were missing in my previous lightweight travel tripods, so this takes the crown. Besides that, it is tall (62"), and the wheels slide in/out easily.