Endurax 60-inch
Score: 73/100
Neewer Basics 66.5-inch Tripod
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Endurax ETR60 is a lightweight 60-inch aluminum travel tripod featuring a 3-way pan head, integrated bubble level, phone/tablet holder, and Bluetooth remote. Its modest 3 kg load capacity and occasional leg slippage limit use with heavier equipment. Perfect for entry-level DSLR users and vloggers seeking portability.
The Neewer Basics TP12 is a compact, lightweight travel tripod with a 169 cm maximum height, 5 kg load capacity, and an Arca-type ball head plus phone holder, offering strong value for budget-conscious creators. Its reliance on plastic parts and occasional leg-lock looseness limit long-term ruggedness. Ideal for travelers, vloggers, and photographers needing portability without sacrificing load capacity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 0.658 kgbest | 1.33 kg |
3 kg | 5 kgbest | |
152.4 cm | 169 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 44.2 cmbest | 51 cm |
| ↓ lower better | 44.5 cmbest | 51 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Maximum Height (cm) | 152.4 cm | 169 cm |
Minimum Height (cm) | 44.5 cm | 51 cm |
Load Capacity (kg) | 3 kg | 5 kg |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.658 kg | 1.33 kg |
Folded Length (cm) | 44.2 cm | 51 cm |
Material | Aluminum alloy | Aluminum Alloy, Plastic |
Features(2) | ||
Head Type | 3-way pan head | Ball head |
Leg Lock Type | quick-release lever locks | Fast leg locks |
General Specs(1) | ||
Compatibility | Canon Rebel EOS (T6, T7, M50), Nikon D3500, smartphones, tablets | DSLR, Smartphone |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Phone/Tablet holder, Bluetooth remote shutter, carry bag | Phone Holder, L-shaped Hex Key, Carrying Bag, User Manual |
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Professional reviewers commend the Endurax for its feather-light construction, rapid 60-inch extension, and solid aluminum legs that hold up well in wind. They also appreciate the built-in bubble level, 3-way pan head, and the 33-foot Bluetooth remote, describing it as a sturdy, travel-ready option for beginners and vloggers. However, they flag occasional leg slippage on smooth surfaces, conflicting weight claims, and the lack of a reversible column as drawbacks for more demanding shooting scenarios.
Everyday users echo the professional praise, highlighting the tripod's portability, quick setup, and versatility with phones, tablets, and entry-level DSLRs. Common praise centers on the lightweight feel, included carry bag, and remote functionality. Recurring complaints involve occasional slipping on slick floors, confusion over the exact weight, and the limited maximum height for taller users.
“beautiful very sturdy”
“easy to travel with”
“Users appreciate the phone holder for quick landscape-to-portrait switches and fast leg locks for vlogging.”
Professional reviewers consider the TP12 one of the best budget travel tripods, praising its lightweight yet sturdy construction, high 11 lb load capacity, smooth 40 mm panoramic head, and versatile invertible column. Minor criticisms focus on the missing built-in handle and occasional perceived heaviness, but overall the tripod is seen as offering superior stability and feature set for its price.
Everyday users consistently commend the TP12 for its light weight, compact size, solid stability, and the handy phone holder, noting it delivers great value. Recurring complaints revolve around material quality concerns, occasional leg-lock looseness, and the lack of a dedicated carrying handle or robust case.
