We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kalee Thompson and Joshua Lyon A patio umbrella is an invitation to laze and ...

Patio umbrellas and cantilever umbrellas provide both style and shade to any patio or backyard area. However, most don’t come with a base—which is an essential accessory for stability and safety. The ...

Lazy summer days and nights are made better under the cover of a patio umbrella. It not only shields you from the sun but also keeps you dry during sudden spurts of rain. A good patio umbrella has a ...

Finding the best patio umbrella for your backyard is important if you want to eat and lounge outside regularly during the summer. I recently moved to a new home without much backyard shade, and I ...

While you can always invest in a retractable awning to shade your outdoor space, a basic patio umbrella is more reasonably priced and gets the job done without the lengthy installation process. They ...

I’ve been researching, testing and recommending products since 2020. To select the best outdoor umbrellas in 2025, we put 11 top models to the test, with Purple Leaf emerging as our favorite ...

You can soak up every minute of the warm summer weather—without getting sunburned—with the help of a patio umbrella. To find the best patio umbrella, I tested seven popular models, and after weeks of ...

Beyond looks, various considerations go into choosing the best patio umbrella for your needs. These include canopy size and material, as well as the design of the umbrella’s base and operating ...