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Review on πŸ“¦ Universal Softbox (32"x32") with S-Type Speedlite Bracket for Flash Bowens Elinchrom Mount Accessories – Foldable, Direction Adjustable (80cmx80cm) by Godox by Christopher Shavers

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Be careful, it's not as easy to fold as you think

When I first unfolded it, the box didn't quite hold its shape. 2 sides sagged in front and I believe one of the wires was twisted 180 degrees on 2 sides causing it not to fold properly. After about half an hour of threading the wires through the seams of the pockets I was able to (sort of) straighten it out, although the sagging never quite went away, but at least it held the shape of the box a bit better and I was able to fold it back up . Looking at the stuff in the box makes me wonder if it was returned used and resold. Since there was no sealed packaging, it's impossible to tell. However, since I need to use it this weekend, I'll probably keep it to myself. But I'm glad I have it in the studio and don't plan on using it on location much. The size is good and the price is right, I just wish there were two things: 1. The wires used were a bit stronger and less prone to visible bending, and 2. You had the right layout to fold them. I had to watch YouTube videos half a dozen times to figure out exactly how to fold it back without forcing it, especially since initially it didn't work at all until I was able to straighten out the sagging side. Definitely not as wearable as I was hoping given those concerns.

Pros
  • Few competitors
Cons
  • Unreliable