The 8 Best Umbrella Stands for Your Deck or Patio

Our best overall pick provides stability and durability in a classic, minimalist design that works with any patio style. This heavy-duty umbrella stand is generally suitable for 9-foot umbrellas, and it comes in four different finishes to match your umbrella’s pole and frame.

The umbrella stand is made from powder-coated steel which prevents rust and corrosion over time, so feel free to leave it out in the rainy season as well as the summer.

The interior is filled with concrete, which adds the majority of the 50 pound total weight.

You can support a freestanding umbrella up to 9 feet in diameter with the umbrella stand. It’s made of recycled plastic and finished with a protective powder coating that gives it a cast iron appearance.

Because it has an empty interior, this is an incredibly maneuverable stand. It weighs less than 15 pounds and can be carried in one hand and placed anywhere on your patio. When filled with water or sand, the stand weights up to 50 pounds.

This stand is compatible with poles between 1.5 and 2 inches in diameter and can be hosed down to clean. Just keep in mind that you may need to tighten the knob occasionally, as it may loosen over time.

The Best Choice Products Mobile umbrella stand is equipped with four locking wheels, making the most mobile option on our list. Our tester loved that it rolls smoothly across wood, gravel, and even shortly trimmed grass with ease.

The base is made from heavy-duty plastic that holds up well season after season, even when left out in the rain. Our tester also found that it’s easy to fill, as you can rest it on its side to fill it up with either water or sand for a maximum weight of 123 pounds.

Because it’s significantly heavier than other bases, it’s suitable for umbrellas with a canopy diameter up to 12 feet—ideal if you’re looking to create a large shaded area in your yard—and after several months of use, it’s never once tipped over, even on windy days.

Don’t let your umbrella stand be a bulky eyesore. With a open box design, this umbrella base doubles as an outdoor planter. The box holds up to 150 pounds of soil and plant material, and the bottom even has drainage holes, preventing root rot and improving aeration.

The stand can also be filled up with rocks or sand if you aren’t planning on planting flowers. There are also two adjustment knobs on the stem to secure umbrella poles up to 2 inches in diameter.

The base has wheels on one side, allowing you to tilt it up to move it, but keep in mind that it can be quite heavy to shift when it’s filled up, and moving it may disrupt any planted flowers or herbs.

With the design-forward exterior, this umbrella stand has a fluted look that adds a bit of flair to the otherwise utilitarian device. We love the style it adds with both its black and bronze finishes, depending on which one you choose.

The heavy-duty 50-pound cast iron base features a stem with two knobs to keep poles up to 1.5 inches in diameter secure. The two knobs provide more security on your patio umbrella pole than most other options which come with just one.

The stand is versatile, approved for through-table use and for most freestanding market umbrellas up to 9 feet wide. The one caveat is that it isn’t listed as having a protective coating, so the cast-iron umbrella stand may rust if not protected from the elements.

With an interwoven pattern and a bronze finish, this umbrella stand shows off a beautiful design without an expensive price tag. The stand is made mostly of composite materials that have been molded together for a sturdy, dense construction.

Add to that a powder-coated bronze finish on the outside, and you can expect this umbrella base to last for several seasons without issue.

The stand is also notably compact, measuring just 18 inches across. This helps it fit comfortably under tables without infringing on anyone’s leg room. That said, be careful using umbrellas with a canopy larger than 9 feet, because the 22 pound base may tip over if used freestanding.

If you want an umbrella stand with a minimalist look that doesn’t stand out, we recommend this square steel plate option featuring a low-profile design.

The 42-pound stand has holes in all four corners where you can anchor it to decking with screws for added stability, or plant into your lawn using stakes. It’s also a smart pick to get the most clearance underneath an outdoor dining table. The flat bottom means no legs are pressed up against a bulky stand under the table.

Other highlights include a coupler that provides a snug fit on different pole sizes up to 1.8 inches in diameter and a power-coated finish for protection against rust. It may not be the best choice as a freestanding base, unless your patio umbrella is smaller than 9 feet.

For cantilever umbrellas that require cross-brace stand, this is an extremely sturdy—and reasonably priced—option. The base is made up of four plastic plates, each of which can be filled with up to 50 pounds of sand or water for a total of up to 200 pounds. As a result, the angled weight of a cantilever umbrella is always held in check without tipping or wobbling in the wind.

The plates have built-in handles that make them easy to move and position into place, and they rest on top of the umbrella’s cross-base bottom to keep it in place. However, it can be a bit tricky to get sand into the small spouts, so you’ll likely need a funnel to get this stand set up.