We've tried many beach tents in the past, as I've already had melanoma at a young age. This tent is a great little pop up tent. It's super easy and 1uick to set up and although getting it back down takes a little practice, it's still easy enough. It's super light weight and folds back into a small carrying bag. We take this out on the boat with us island hopping and so it stores nicely and does not take up much room and also holds it own against the wind. I've had beach tents rip in the wind prior. I did fill the bags with sand for when we went for a walk but it was still intact when we came back. This is all around a great little tent for the price and I would gladly purchase it again.