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.

Game changer. Life changing! Why did I waste so much time buying cheap 12 dollar tripods for so long? I have watched my old tripods fall more times than I can count and have damaged 2 phones and my gopro in the process.

NOT ANYMORE!! My big Labradors run right into this thing while I'm filming and it just shakes a little. Hasn't fallen yet at all!!

It's adjustable and easy to use. Lightweight and good looking. Looks and feels expensive!

I am not an avid photographer, but I needed a reliable tripod so that I could use it for my projector. I am very happy that I choose this one because of how well it’s made. It has a very sturdy metal frame that can be set in different configurations. My projector weighs about 6 pounds, and this tripod was able to hold it effortlessly. The tripod is also very compact when folded and includes a traveling case which is a nice bonus. When using this tripod with my camera I found that the ball head was very easy to adjust and can be locked into position without worrying about my camera being moved. Another feature that I like about this tripod is that it has a bubble level included in the ball head. This helped me with both my projector and camera to ensure that it is in the correct position. Overall, I am verry happy with this item. I’ve purchased cheap tripods in the past that broke within a week, so it was worth it for me to spend a little bit more to get a better quality one. If you have an expensive camera that you want to keep safe, then I would suggest this tripod.

Just got mine! I am just starting in photography and this is a good value for your money. The ball head is smooth and it's easy to carry when you are hiking.

In short: Very stable, does not wobble, not even when the telescopic tube is extended (due to double attachment), both tripod and monopod (!), very good: ball joint with recess for 180° upward shots, legs can be easily extended and attached, horizontal ones Rotation smooth and very stable. I am very pleased.

Great Tripod to set Camera closest to the ground. I like the ball head that comes with it. Tripod angle is set by locking mechanism that makes it more stable. Comes with nice caring bag too.

I'm completely impressed with this tripod. Here are my thoughts.

- The quick release legs are smooth and easy to use.
- It has a true 62" height
- Easy to use Quick release plate. Super fast assembly of the camera to the tripod.
- Durable anti-slip pads on the legs of the tripod.
- The Metal die casting ball head works super smooth.
- With one easy step, you can invert your camera to be placed under the tripod. Very cool feature.

Bonus - Comes with a nice carrying bag for travel.

I absolutely love this tripod and would recommend it over many others simply because you won't beat the price for what you get.