
Joby
The Joby Compact Advanced Kit is a full‑size, lightweight aluminum tripod weighing 1.42 kg, featuring a compact 44 cm folded size, five leg sections, and a versatile three‑way pan/tilt head. It supports up to 3 kg payload and includes smartphone integration with dual cold‑shoe mounts, making it ideal for vloggers and content creators on level ground.
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$149.20
Average
$117.40
Lowest
$87.96
Highest
$159.44
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers commend the Compact Advanced for its solid aluminum construction, smooth three‑way head, and ecosystem compatibility, but they point out that its fixed leg angles and lack of friction controls limit stability on uneven ground, making it less suitable for demanding outdoor shoots.
What Users Say
Everyday users love the tripod’s lightweight portability, intuitive head operation, and smartphone mounting options, frequently noting its durability and value, while recurring complaints focus on the need to attach handles manually and occasional stability issues on rough or windy surfaces.
Common Complaints
Need to manually attach head handles, stability concerns on uneven or windy conditions, lack of independent leg angle adjustment, absence of friction controls or ball‑locking, and weight being higher than the ultra‑light Joby Compact Light.
What People Are Saying
“amazing quality”
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How It Compares
vs. Manfrotto 190 Go!
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose Manfrotto for professional uneven‑terrain work; choose Joby for lightweight, level‑ground video.
vs. Joby Compact Action
Advantages
Disadvantages
Select Compact Action for budget‑friendly, light gear; select Compact Advanced for higher payload and taller height.
vs. Joby Compact Light
Advantages
Disadvantages
Pick Compact Light for ultra‑light travel; pick Compact Advanced for higher load capacity.