Best umbrella

The best umbrella depends on your needs. Although if it's tipping down, you'll be glad of any way to shield yourself from the rain, if you're organised, you can always ensure you have the ideal umbrella ready and waiting for when the heavens open. Whether that's a large golf-style umbrella in the boot of your car, a compact version stowed in your rucksack, or a pram-friendly version safely stored beneath your child's pushchair, we have a wonderfully waterproof selection of umbrellas to suit your needs. 

Despite its affordable price tag, this popular JUKSTG umbrella boasts good-quality construction with a 12 reinforced metal rib design and waterproof, quick-drying 210D material. This can resist wind gusts of up to 65 miles per hour, and should the canopy get turned inside out; it should just flip back down thanks to its flexible design. This has an automatic push-button open and close mechanism. It measures in at just 11.8-inches long and comes complete with a slip-on sleeve. 

This modern umbrella is ideal for taking on your travels thanks to its 395-gram lightweight design, compact size, two bundled cases, a softcover and an attractive zip-up hard case. This has a nine resin-reinforced fibreglass rib construction but claims to be wind resistant to an impressive 80 miles per hour. It has a rubberised, slip-proof handle, and automatic, push-button open and closure. The canopy is 210T high-density micro fabric with a DuPont Teflon-coating for fast drying and water resistance.  

This easy-to-install parasol brolly has a universal clamp attachment with a non-damaging rubber grip so should fit onto any pram or pushchair to offer your infant protection from both the sun's harmful UV rays and any precipitation. It's available in a range of bright colours and offers an adjustable design, with the flexible metal part of the arm giving you the ability to position this perfectly. This has quick-release functionality and can fold down when not required. 

An iconic British product, this is a very handsome choice for people who like the traditional design. This compact umbrella's attractive wooden handle is individually crafted and finished by hand and has carved finger notches for a more comfortable, ergonomic hold. The vented double canopy is made of robust 300T fabric. This umbrella has a push-button opening and closing functionality. This comes complete with a slip-cover case and is available in a range of lovely colours; light and navy blue, classic black, cheerful yellow, metallic grey, vibrant red, dark brown, and olive green. 

This is a children's version of the best-selling clear, domed umbrella by Fulton Umbrellas. It might seem like a cute idea to give your child a character-themed brolly, but from a safety point of view, a transparent design really is advised, especially for younger children. This umbrella's domed design offers full head and shoulders protection, with a 65cm span when opened. This has an eight rib steel frame, and the canopy is made of strong PVC material which is obviously easy to wipe clean. This "Funbrella" offers an easy-to-hold, crook-style handle. 

A traditional golfing umbrella is a larger option capable of protecting two people from the rain or sun's rays. This G4Free version comes in a variety of sizes, 54, 62, and 68-inches. It also comes in a range of different colourways, some solid colour, and some as with this option we like, in a two-tone design. This has a non-slip, contour-moulded rubber handle and an auto-open push-button. This umbrella gets a lightweight fibreglass shaft, an eight rib resin frame, and strong beads at the end of each rib to keep the canopy in place. The anti-wind double canopy is made of strong, water-resistant 210T fabric that offers SPF 50 protection.

This Jooayou umbrella is made of a water repellent fabric, with a breathable double layer canopy that also protects against UV rays. This boasts a high-quality electroplated steel shaft and premium resin-reinforced fiberglass ribs. However, this umbrella's true USP is its inverted design in which it folds down to open, which gives you more protection when getting in and out of cars and doorways. This also stands apart from other options with its C-shaped handle which can hook around your wrist to be used hands-free. This is available in a wide range of patterns and colours. 

Now that it's raining more than ever

These umbrellas all offer a unique way to shield you from the rain or sun. Our overall staff pick, the JUKSTG portable black umbrella, is a very affordable choice in a classic, traditional design with high quality, 12-rib construction. 

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