Ok I was completely sceptical considering the price point but decided to give it a go. I was very pleasantly surprised! I own a few tripods so I compared this K&F Concept Professional Carbon Fiber Camera Tripod with 360 Degree Ball Head Quick Release with an old Manfrotto 3001 and a Zomei Z818. I was also able to borrow a Vevo and a Manfrotto befree. I wasn't kind to the K&F putting it through things I would never do in real life. Obviously not as sturdy as the 3001 Manfrotto but that's a beast which can double as a weapon. But against the others it shined. Made of Carbon fibre with exceptionally unbelievable weight and easily foldable this general purpose/travel tripod checks all the boxes. It's lightweight, sturdy and looks good. I took this baby hiking perfect tool and the monopod option is the best I've seen yet. This tripod has become my favourite and go to in most cases. When you find a product that can hold it's own against (and in some cases beat) the much higher priced competition you simply have to take notice. My only complaint is I would have preferred a lever/handle instead of a knob on the ball head. I highly recommend this unit. I am a professional photographer specializing in trekking and hiking photography.In the end, would I have rather had my rock steady franken-tripod? Yes. Would I have dragged in on and off rides and through a crowded park all day? No way. This tripod was nearly perfect for what it is: A small, light travel tripod that still gives you a reasonable working height.