This umbrella does NOT include a base. Yes, the listing says that in the description but in the specifications it actually listed the dimensions and weight of the base, (along with that of the umbrella), leading one to believe the base is included. I have suggested they edit the listing to reflect the proper product you are purchasing. 

I cannot review the quality of the product yet because I have to order a base. I found a cheaper base on the Purple Leaf website who makes this umbrella. 

Wayfair did refund me for the installationsetup that I paid extra for since the umbrella could not be set up without a base.