I looked at various types of patio umbrellas and am so happy I chose this one.  Its high quality, and beautiful and I love that it is against my sliding patio door to keep the sun and rain at bay.  Perfect size too! (for reference my patio is 15 feet long by 6 and a 1/2 feet wide). Update: I purchased this in February and today November the crank cord broke so it will no longer open. I am back to buy my 4th (I have 2 on my downstairs patio and this one that just broke was on my upstairs balcony) because it's hard to find umbrellas that are flat on one side to fit up against a patio door.  It was great while it lasted and for the price point, I wouldn't expect it to last forever. I wish it had made it a year though. All in all I have to keep this at a 5-star rating because this umbrella has to withstand wind and elements where I live.