Our Picks for Best Patio Umbrellas

Protect yourself from the sun and rain with a patio umbrella
Umbrella on a sunny day
Grab some shade with the right patio umbrella. Unsplash

You’ve got it made in the shade when you have a good patio umbrella. Not only do they shield you and your food from the rain, but they also make great shades to protect you from the sun. These are some of our favorite patio umbrellas. Each one has a little something special to offer. Check them out and see which one will work wonders for your outdoor living needs.

Sunnyglade 9’ Patio Umbrella
This patio umbrella features a crank handle for easy opening and closing and a wind vent to maximize airflow. Sunnyglade

Made by Sunnyglade, the 9-foot patio umbrella is made with 100 percent polyester fabric and features a frame that is both lightweight and durable. The large diameter of the umbrella is suitable to provide shade for 42″ to 54″ square, round or rectangular tables with seating for 4 to 6. It is sun and water-resistant and has a crank to adjust the tilt.

Best Choice Products 10’ Solar LED Lighted Patio Umbrella
Durable and beautiful, this 10-foot umbrella features 24 solar-powered LED lights making it suitable for day and night use. Best Choice

This patio umbrella by Best Choice Products has a lot to offer, including a large 10-foot span, solar-powered LED lights, and quality fabric that is water-, fade- and UV-resistant. The umbrella is available in a wide variety of colors and built to provide you with many years of enjoyment and use, as well as 6-7 hours of solar-powered light.

EliteShade Sunbrella
This fade and mildew resistant umbrella is available in many colors and boasts no fading for at least five years. EliteShade

The Sunbrella fabric can be instrumental in protecting the skin from harmful UV rays that cause skin damage and the sturdy aluminum frame is 20 percent stronger than the average umbrella frame sold today. Combine that with stunning colors and a 9-foot span and you have an outstanding umbrella for your patio.

Abba Patio Outdoor Patio Umbrella
Earth-conscious consumers will appreciate this Abba patio umbrella made with 100 percent post-consumer recycled polyester fabric. Abba

Not only is this umbrella a planet-friendly option, but it also offers many of the bells and whistles you expect from your patio umbrella, including UV protection and water resistance, a beautiful assortment of colors, push-button tilt, and an easy-to-use crank system for opening and closing. Suitable for both commercial and residential use.