Despite the mixed reviews, the umbrella played great and I never used it Abandoned. I've been outside in the rain many times and it opens and closes easily with the push of a button and is very easy to use. The main reason I bought the umbrella was because it was small and compact and fit in the outside pocket of my book bag which fitted perfectly. I never go without this when I go to class and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a small everyday umbrella.