We have you covered with the best umbrellas for rainy days
Spring rain is inevitable! Be prepared with this list of our favourite umbrellas in various styles.
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Let’s face it, everyone already has an umbrella they stash in the trunk of their car, office, or front hall closet. But not all brollies are made the same. We’ve sourced the best umbrellas in various categories based on top features and customer reviews.
Repel Windproof Travel Umbrella
Amazon.ca
This compact option features almost everything you would want in an umbrella at a very affordable price. It’s reinforced with nine fibreglass ribs, made of heavy-duty material to stand up against anything Mother Nature throws your way, and has an automatic opener with a rubberized non-slip handle for a better grip.
What we like:
Affordability for its features
Teflon coating also resists the sun
Rated 4.5 out of 5 based on more than 70,000 Amazon.ca reviews
Totes Wooden Stick Umbrella
Amazon.ca
This classic long-handled umbrella provides ample coverage for one person. With a trusted reputation dating back to 1970, totes products are always at the forefront of the market. Known for their reasonable pricing and top quality, the reviews for this style indicate a sturdy, well-made umbrella with a strong opening mechanism. Consumers should note totes’ lifetime warranty, so if it breaks, you can simply return it to their warranty center.
What we like:
Easy handling with a secure grip
Automatic opening with the touch of a button, which keeps one hand free
Rated 4.4 out of 5 based on more than 3,500 Amazon.ca reviews
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Fulton Birdcage Umbrella
Amazon.ca
If this umbrella is good enough for Her Majesty the Queen, it’s good enough for our list too! The iconic shape provides full top-body coverage and it’s made with a transparent high-grade PVC. The online customer reviews indicate that it’s not the best umbrella for windy conditions, so make sure you’re carrying this beauty during springtime sprinkles only. This one features a colour-coordinated handle so you can step out in style.
What we like:
Classic design for mild weather conditions with excellent coverage of the shoulders and head
Patented open and close mechanism
Rated 4.5 out of 5 based on more than 2,400 Amazon.ca reviews
G4Free Golf Umbrella
Amazon.ca
We know golf season in most parts of the country is winding down, but this umbrella is also ideal for regular use as it provides plenty of coverage for two people. With an extra-large double canopy, this windproof umbrella also comes in a multitude of colours. The manufacturer includes a one-year guarantee and an unconditional warranty for any defects in craftsmanship.
What we like:
Reasonable price point for an oversized umbrella
Every feature including waterproof, windproof, UV protection, automatic opening, and comfortable grip
Rated 4.5 out of 5 based on more than 22,000 Amazon.ca reviews
BLUNT Metro Travel Umbrella
Amazon.ca
Compact styles are known for flipping inside out in wind gusts, and while Blunt doesn't guarantee this won’t happen, this umbrella is designed so that if that does happen, it can easily be flipped back without damaging the structure. It’s not the cheapest umbrella on the rack, however, reviews indicate it’s worth the purchase price because of the quality of the material and overall longevity of the product.
What we like:
Tested in extreme weather conditions
Lightweight and fits easily in bags or under the seat in the car
Rated 4.4 out of 5 based on Amazon.ca reviews
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Our trusted Product Specialists recommend high-quality items that we think will enhance your experience with Canadian weather conditions. Prices and availability of items are accurate at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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