Amazon Basics Lightweight Portable Extendable Camera & Photography Monopod, Aluminum, Telescopic - 21 to 67 inch, Black

I first saw the Amazon Basics 170 cm (67 Inch) Monopod, Black and was tempted to buy it as it looked ideal for what I wanted and very reasonably priced. I didn't get round to purchasing it at the time but later saw it on offer for less than £15 so purchased it.It's certainly as good as I had expected and it's definitely great value. I only wanted to use it with an action camera for stability and it's perfect for the job, I especially like the quick release poles which allows you to quicky adjust the length and each pole firmly locks in place. This is much better than the mechanism on other cheap monopods/tripods where you have to twist the pole to lock it in place or have a round locking clip you have to twist.When extended, the pole is quite sturdy, the thinnest pole at the bottom is not quite as solid as the thicker ones above which is to be expected but it's still sturdy enough, unless you wanted to use it for pole vaulting or something. I do have a DSLR and I'm sure it would be fine mounted on this monopod It has a comfy foam grip which I noted other reviews suggested it wouldn't last long but it should last a long time if treated well. The pole comes with it's own bag which will help keep it safe and stop it getting scratched when not in use.The only thing I don't like about it is the fact it says 'Amazon Basics' down the side... I'm not a snob or anything and there's certainly nothing wrong with Amazon basics products but I'd rather it not be so prominent down the side of the pole. I haven't tried yet but I suspect some nail varnish remover would remove the branding and make it appear a more premium product. Anyway, this is trivial in any case but is the only negative in my opinion.Overall, it's a very good item and great value for the money, especially when it's on sale. For anyone using a monopod for the first time like myself, it's ideal.

I like this. Lightweight, comes with handy bag with strap. Is robust enough to take my bird watching scope but also handy as a camera stand

Bought to test my new Speedi Gimbal.I Chose this one as it only has three extensions, therefore less faff.It appears to be pretty sturdy and well made, with everything being compromise in some aspect, this monopod is sturdier rather than lightweight (flimsy).There are others that are shorter and lighter but have more extensions, or they have screw locks. I'm 6 foot 1 , the fully extended height is fine for me without needing to stoop.The cam locks work really well. The rubber foot screws up and down to expose or cover the spike, simple.It comes with a fabric cover.This may be slightly longer when closed and a few gramms heavier than others but with fewer moving parts and good construction it should last really well.

Bought this for my son, he found it really easy to use and got some nice footage

Great monopod strong, sturdy and very easy to use . Perfect if you don't want to lug a normal tripod around. Locks in place well and has great functionality , great for the price.

sturdy and better than I anticipated for the price.

Cheap it is yes but well made too, so far this is amazing, light weight and easy to set to the right height, the sections slide with ease, the section locks are strong and easy to use

Monopod was good, strong and well made, but carry case was rubbish and fell apart after 1 outing (see pic)...