The best outdoor umbrellas are those that are able to provide full coverage from the sun. Here are our top picks for 2025.

The BeachBUB also prefers to stand upright ... and the Northeast. A good shade or umbrella should do the following: It should block the sun. It should be able to withstand the wind.

The Anker SOLIX Solar umbrella is a beach parasol that can keep you protected from the sun and charge your devices at the same time. It's one of a few portable charging solutions being debuted by ...

Pick the right patio awning and the hot summer sun ... patio umbrellas, wall-mountable brackets, and a little ingenuity and you can transform those pesky pickets into sturdy umbrella stands.

Do I want an umbrella that can stand on its own or ... make or break the days when the sun is extra bright. If the umbrella is too small, it won't properly shade you from the harsh UV rays.