Consumer Reports experts take outdoor living products through their paces to help you curate a functional and comfortable outdoor living space in your backyard, patio, or deck.
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The patio umbrellas in our ratings include scores for ease of assembly, ease of use, and rigidity. Plus, we note which models have features such as a removable cover, a weighted base, and more.
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We tested nine patio umbrellas, including models from Hampton Bay, Purple Leaf, and Outsunny. These four are easy to assemble and adjust.
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