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I ask very little from my umbrellas and yet still past models have done nothing but disappoint.

Is it too much to ask for an umbrella that doesn’t fail you in the middle of a downpour?

To avoid wrangling with a soggy mess of metal and fabric, I’ve scoured the internet for the brands that loyal users swear by.

Check out this one here from Stromberg available at Amazon. It offers over 4,000 five-star ratings and has been described as being “inexpensive but durable”.

Whether you fancy something bright and playful or chic and subdued, there’s an umbrella for every budget and style, with options that keep UV rays off as well as rain.

BEST UMBRELLA OVERALL

Lejorain 54 inch Large Umbrella, $42.99

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

With prices starting at just $42.99, this large umbrella won’t blow your budget. There’s loads of colours and prints to choose from, so you can pick one that suits your personal style.

It promises be windproof, with an automatic open and close for convenience. It also promises to protect at least two people – but that doesn’t mean it sacrifices on portability. It folds down into a compact size and is still super lightweight.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

If you don’t want to take our word for it, take a read through the over 1,400 five-star reviews. It’s been described as being “durable, reliable” and “worth the purchase.”

BEST WINDPROOF UMBRELLA

Blunt Coupe Umbrella, $129

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

This patented and trademarked design has been engineered to withstand the strongest winds – up to 115 kilometres an hour. That alone is enough to get most adding-to-cart. Imagine no more having to angrily bin a broken brollie in the middle of a downpour and this brilliant model also weighs a mere 430 grams and comes in several colours. Best of all? BLUNT comes with a global two-year manufacturer’s warranty.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

Happy customers have left a huge number of Google reviews on this umbrella, claiming that it “lives up to the hype” and is “absolutely amazing”. It’s racked up an average rating of 4.7 out of five stars.

BEST PORTABLE AND COMPACT UMBRELLA

Oroton Logo Small Umbrella, $69.95

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

If you’re looking for a chic and stylish umbrella that doesn’t sacrifice on functionality, you may want to spend your cash on the Oroton umbrella. The water resistant fabric is printed on a gorgeous monochromatic print that’ll brighten any rainy day.

It offers a wooden handle and a push button release and closure for extra convenience.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

The Oroton umbrella range is Senior Manager Ecommerce Content and Strategy Edwina’s personal favourite.

“I had my first one for around five years before it carked it. Now I’m onto my second one and I’ve got zero complaints.”

BEST AUTOMATIC UMBRELLA

Samsonite Windguard Auto Open/Close Umbrella, $45.20

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

So you’re juggling a million things at once and it just started pouring down rain – you need an automatic umbrella to get you covered fast.

The automatic umbrella from Samsonite is a great pick as it offers a quick button release and a windguard canopy.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

Five star reviewers on Amazon have described it as being “compact and solid”, commenting on the fact that it “opens with a push of a button and collapses again with the push of a button … very well built.”

StrombergBrand The Spectrum Umbrella, $15.30

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Available in loads of different colours and promising to be compact and travel-friendly, the Stromberg Umbrella is a great pick if you’re looking to save your cash where you can. It’s lightweight and easy to carry, plus the automatic opening button works a treat if you find yourself stuck in the rain unexpectedly.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

Described as being the “perfect size” and “inexpensive but durable”, this umbrella is one of Amazon’s bestsellers. It’s racked up over 4,000 five-star ratings and an average score of 4.4 out of five.

BEST GOLF UMBRELLA

Optima Double Canopy Solar Golf Umbrella, $49.99

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

For those who take their weekly golfing sessions seriously, come hail or shine – yes, father-in-law, I’m talking about you – it’s hard to go past this top-rated golf umbrella from Optima. It has a huge double canopy, is sturdy enough to withstand high winds and also offers UV protection when standing on the green. It also has an auto press button for opening and closing.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

Highly-rated for comfort, quality, performance, ease of use, durability and features, you’ll find many a glowing five-star review for this model, including one titled, “One Umbrella To Rule Them All”.

“This is the biggest umbrella I’ve ever owned. It can cover me my wife and child with ease,” it starts. “It’s also sturdy enough to withstand a cyclone of torrential downpour.”
“If you are sick of wasting money on cheap umbrellas, get this one.”

BEST CLEAR UMBRELLA

Birdcage Clear Dome Transparent Umbrella, $29.99

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Now you may be asking yourself … what’s the point of a clear umbrella? Well if you know it’s going to rain on a special event – think a wedding, photo shoot or birthday party – a transparent umbrella is a great idea because it won’t distract from your gorgeous outfit. Imagine taking wedding photos in the rain and all you can see is a big black umbrella. We love the look of these clear dome ones from Catch, and they’re also pretty affordable at just $30 a pop.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

This clear umbrella offers an average rating of four out of five on Catch’s website, with one five-star reviewer commenting it’s “perfect for my daughter when she drops off her girls to school. Good size and just what she wanted.”

BEST TRAVEL UMBRELLA

Goothdurs Mini Travel Compact Windproof Umbrella, from $52.69

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

If you’re one of the many Australians jetsetting off for a vacation, you might find exactly what you’re looking for in a pocket-size form of weather protection.

This mini travel umbrella measures in at less than seven inches long when closed, fitting easily in a handbag or your back pocket.

Goothdurs boasts the umbrella is windproof and waterproof with UV protection, plus it comes with the added peace of mind of a lifetime replacement guarantee.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

Don’t just take their word for it though – one five-star reviewer said “if you’re looking for a small umbrella that opens wide this is a good choice”.

BEST UMBRELLA FOR KIDS

Penny Scallan Umbrella, $24.95

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Penny Scallan is known for creating adorable umbrellas for kids, offering a variety of prints. Just a few of the styles available at Myer right now include a rainbow days, loopy llama and dino rock.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

There’s a bunch of five-star reviewers commenting on how it’s such a “great umbrella for kids” and how they are a “great size, great quality, easy to use and safe for children.”

Disney Kids Umbrella, from $39.22

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

With an average customer rating of 4.7 out of five, it’s safe to say this is one of the more popular options when it comes to finding an umbrella for your child. Offering a range of playful designs in Disney inspired prints, your child is not going to complain about holding this umbrella in the pouring rain.

The push/pull handle opens and closes the umbrella and promises to be easy to use, especially for little kids.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY:

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This adorable umbrella has racked up an average rating of 4.7 out of five on the Myer website, with over 1,200 five-star ratings. It’s been described as being “adorable” and the construction “sturdy”.

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Originally published as Best umbrellas to buy in 2023 for Australia’s rainy season

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