Not as compact as I had hoped, but great tripod
922280
Pros: Sturdy, compact, portable, and easy to set up
Cons: For a travel tripod, it is quite bulky and heavy.

I like this tripod and I've gotten quite a few compliments on the color (rose gold). It is very sturdy and quick to set up. To extend the height of the tripod, you simply unscrew each of the circular knobs at the base of the tripod. To shorten, you do the opposite. To pack it back up, you simply fold the legs backwards and slide it back into the carrying case that is included with the purchase.

I do wish it was a bit lighter and more compact. It fits into my carry-on luggage just fine, which was the biggest factor when I was looking for a travel tripod. However, the extra 3.6 pounds does make it annoying to carry around on a long hike or backpacking trip, especially in hot and humid environments. It also takes up about 1/4 of my carry-on suitcase. I will probably end up investing in a lighter tripod for those situations, whereas I had hoped this one would cover all my travel-related needs.

I'm happy with the tripod overall and would recommend it for normal use.
3782305
I have a Nikon DSLR.  The mini tripod was OK..it would work in a pinch if needed, but is not ideal.  The tripod seemed nice and sturdy enough, but when I got my camera on it..not even with my heavier lens attached..it would not hold the position I put it in..the top would tip just slightly enough that it made the pictures look crooked.. I had to have a stranger standing nearby take some shots for me because I couldn't use the tripod. :/  Pretty disappointing.  I have not used the monopod yet, but I will probably work as intended because I will have control over the camera still.  The remote works as intended, but the cord is not long enough to really do a whole lot with.  If you have a lighter camera, this kit may work fine for you...but if you have a nicer, heavier camera, I wouldn't recommend it..feels like a waste :(
3970002
This is a great little tripod, given what it is designed for.  Very compact, very light, but sturdy enough for your DSLR.  I have a DSLR with a pretty large lens (Canon 70D, 18-135mm) and it handled it with no problem.  I pressed down on the camera while on the tripod and it could have even handled a heavier load.  The legs are very thin, especially at the bottom so Im you probably don't want to use this in high wind or in a crowded area because it could get knocked over.  But its something you're always going to be able to have with you for when its needed.  I do HDR photography so a tripod is necessary and now I won't miss out on opportunities for great pictures just because I don't have a tripod with me.
1409246
This tripod is much smaller than I expected, but it still works very well.  Does fine for a smaller camera.  I wouldn't be my SLR on it as it would most like over come the small tripod.  Great for point and shoot.  The mount is a regular camera thread.  They make adapters for iPhones and smartphones, so could be useful for that as well.
1535451
Good quality,
But my 7 plus is a little to heavy for the extended tripod
4494762
I would reccomend a tripod as it is not fast enough for hand held in all light. Still  managed a beautiful shot first day out.
686431
This is an IMPRESSIVE little tripod.  I've had several including the Gorrila Pod Focus Pro metal version.  I also purchased the cellphone mount which will be handy for holding just about anything including a gopro.

I sort of wish they'd make a four legged version so you don't have to make sure one leg is under the lens as much.  Maybe even half the legs go out farther when you need stability more than height.
3891921
Recently bought a miniature camera for taking on vacation.  This tripod looks like it will work great.  I especially like the velcro strat for securing the tripod on railings, limbs, etc.  It hardly takes up any room at all when folded up.
2134978
Just got this tripod, studied it carefully and compared it to other tripods I've worked with to figure out what I like/don't like about this particular model. I will update in the future if my opinions of it change. Firs the PROS: Lightweight-only 3 lbs, comes with carry bag, not padded but well constructed and easy to carry/simple, extends to 65" this is important so think about your height and eye level vs. what you'll be shooting and under what conditions, load capacity is 6.6 lbs. Basically I shoot with a Canon 5D with 24-105 L series lens, this is about 6 lbs or so including flash. It felt very sturdy so then I put my back-up 5D body with 70-200 2.8 L lens on it to see how that would feel. It felt EXCELLENT! I'm impressed, that telephoto lens on it's own is 3lbs of heavy glass. It was easy to go from Portrait orientation to Landscape orientation and feel that the camera was stable with my gear. I also love how compact this tripod is, when not fully extended it's only 17.5". Pan and Tilt are smooth for my uses and quick simple adjustments are really important, especially during potrait, wedding & event work. Now for the CONS: Just my personal preference but I wish the quick release plate was a bit larger, mainly because it protects the bottom of my cameras when I place them on the floor while working. This quick release plate is smaller than I'm used to but don't let size fool you, it's VERY sturdy and I love the adjustment knob is very secure, no extra tools needed. 5 leg sections, this is not a bad thing for some but for me it's just one more knob to flip while working quickly. I tried just undoing 4 and for most things I think this will be the correct height for me personally. Not a deal breaker however, just comparing to what I'm used to with past tripods.
When putting the tripod away in its case one must unscrew a bit one of the handles in order for it to properly lay flat against the tubing. It's not a deal breaker either but I'd prefer the simple tilt in order to get a tripod to be compact vs. having to screw/tighten or unscrew/loosen anything just to put something away. Lastly it does not have a bubble measure-something I never really thought I used or cared about in the past but my tripods were also pretty firm in landscape mode. In other words, you pull it out of your bag, unlock legs, move handles around, it's pretty much level. This one has some play so it may take you a few extra seconds to get it perfectly level. Depending on the type of shooting one does, this may or may not matter at all. I think it's only really important when doing events. sports, or wedding work where a few xtra seconds may cost you a shot. If you are shooting anything else, this is not even an issue. Again, not a deal breaker, just something new for me to get used to. There are many pluses to this particular tripod and I shopped around and did quite a bit of research when trying to find the right type at the right price with the right features. For every con I've mentioned I've gained something I did not have before with other tripods. Specifically less weight with same or better stability. Ease of use, compactness & price. Alot of the things I mentioned are of course subjective as we all have different things we get used to over time. I just mentioned what I noticed off the bat and hopefully it can help you make a decision on choosing the right tripod for you.
1343795
Pretty good, but bear in mind the legs are too small to wrap around anything substantial.  Otherwise if you just need a tripod this is good.
2680188
Great tripod for the money and size.  Relatively lightweight, huge range of usability, easy to use.

My only complaints/notes:
1.  Plate is not tool-less.  Easy to use a quarter/nickle/keys, but a d-ring fastner would have given this tripod 5 stars.  Unfortunately, the plate seems to be too slim to allow retro-fitting a different screw...  I have tried a few, but the heads are too thick.
2.  Add a fiber washer under the head to prevent stiction when panning.
985540
This is a handy, truly compact tripod that can handle most small to medium size DSLRs, particularly if you have a crop sensor camera with crop-sensor lens.  It worked great with my Canon T2i combined with the 18-55mm kit lens as well as the nifty fifty, but when I upgraded to the Canon 6D with the 24-105mm lens, it was simply too heavy and would droop.  But with the nifty fifty or the shorty fourty lens it still works great.

I do still find value in having this in my kit as there are plenty of scenarios where I need a stable shooting platform for the camera and the smaller/lighter lenses are sufficient for the job, such as family photos where I'm part of the scene.
2421401
As a "selfie stick" this works great, and allows you to put the camera in different positions than the standard ones. As a tripod, it isn't so great. The legs just aren't wide enough to make it reasonably stable on anything but flat pavement. It's worth having, but is not a "replace-all" like I was hoping.
72819
I've used this bag for the last two years, and it's held up great. It's Durable and lightweight. The sewing on the straps is still intact so it's well built, and will hold everything you need for the semi-pro to pro photographer. The downside is that this bag is limited on space for me. I shoot mostly video with DSLR's and if have to carry two camera bodies, it makes it tough to store 2 cameras, three lenses and a rode mic. Especially if I have a 70-200mm, then I'm cramming everything in there. There is also limited pocket space. So I've decided to look for another bag that has more space to fit all my gear comfortably with more pocket space. I'd rather have something that uses the entire bag to store gear instead of just half of it. But overall solid bag, it took care of stuff for the time being
4164162
Just unpacked the MeFOTO and practiced setting it up / adjusting / packing away etc. I would say first impressions definitely support the good reviews this tripod gets - it's very compact but extends in low and high mode to form a nice stable platform.  The main ball joint adjustment is solid, quick to use, all in all it's going to be fun to use this tripod. (admittedly I have a relatively small camera, Sony  RX1, fixed 35mm lens). I wasn't expecting the carry case so was happy to find that was included. For me this replaces a much heavier, old school Sunpak 7575, to which I say good riddance and good luck at the goodwill store :-)
4356158
I got this tripod about a month ago and just got back with it from a trip to California. I think this tripod lived up to my expectation for a lightweight and compact tripod. A bit about the backgrounds of my gears, I have a 5D Mark II, 24-105mm f4, 16-35mm f2.8, 70-200mm f2.8 IS, all Canon's L series lenses. If you've used one you know how solid (or heavy) they can get. I used my older 486RC2 ball head with this tripod. I think in my own experience, they are all supported fine with this tripod.

I also own Manfrotto's 190XB aluminum tripod for quite a while. It is very solid but often a bit too heavy for carrying it extensively. It's also too long to put it in a carry on luggage for a flight. So I decided to get a more compact and lightweight replacement. This isn't the cheapest carbon fiber tripod I found, but I've had good experience with Manfrotto so I decided to give it a try. Weighting 2 lbs it is exactly half of my 190XB, and the folded length is also much shorter. It fits in my tiny carry on suit case (without a head) perfectly, which is very convenient for traveling. I also attached it on my backpack (Lowepro Flipside 400) and it didn't add too much weight and balance, so I'm definitely happier.

Compare to my 190XB, it does not feel quite as strong, particularly the 4th section of the legs. I would not recommend using this in a windy condition for it might wobble. But when you're looking for a compact/lightweight tripod, this is the compromise you have to make, especially for this price. It's also a bit on the short side, even for me (I'm 5'6''). But for my purpose, I will keep both of them and use them under different situation.

Overall, I would recommend this for people who want a compact/lightweight and yet still quite sturdy tripod.
3352584
This is a very good tripod for many purposes, but not all.

* Load capacity is good for most people, 11.02 pounds. I don't want to get involved with low load capacity as it can cause a collapse and ruin a good camera. So this is a strong starting point.

* Height is good at 64.96" although I'd like a few more inches. For many shots, this is a matter of whether one has to bend down to see their viewfinder. I can spread my feet out a bit to compensate when I use this tripod, so while not perfect it is very good for me.

* Weight at 4.06 pounds is good considering the legs are real strong aluminum. One could get that weight down a little bit using a more expensive carbon-fiber material. The less weight, the more one chooses to carry their tripod along with other gear such as the camera. Every pound counts, but the price-weight tradeoff is a personal decision.

* Construction is really excellent. It has the rigidity, durability and performance that it advertises. With the tension-adjustable leg lock levers, and also the rubber leg warmer, this is a very strong point.

* The addition of the ball head to the center post adds .93 pounds to the weight. It's aluminum so I expect it to last a lifetime. The lateral tilt range is -90/+90. Some very interesting things can be done with this tilt such as viewing objects straight down on the ground or else at a less than -90 tilt to see objects on a table; or to see objects above at any degree. I think that's a big advantage.

* Panoramic rotation is not fluid. That's why this is not going to be ideal for some film opportunities. One must be aware of this fact going into the transaction, otherwise disappointment will likely follow.

I don't believe in a perfect tripod. It would need to be super lightweight and yet have all the features of the heavier ones. Therefore, tripod selection involves tradeoffs even after one identifies excellent tripods. This is an excellent tripod, maybe not meant to be one's only tripod.