I own the following tripod: Rangers Camera Tripod, 141cm Aluminum Travel Tripod Photo Tripod with 360° Panorama Ball Head, Ultra Compact and Lightweight Design, Ideal for outdoor travel and photography.
Unfortunately, I had to invest in a new ball head for this due to loss of the quick release plate (I guess there is no extra). After contact and inquiry I was assured that this also fits on tripod described above. -> everything is fine. Now I can use everything again.

I have been on the lookout for a super lightweight and highly versatile tripod to take with me at a moment’s notice for quick video assessments.
That’s when I discovered this K&F CONCEPT B174A1 Travel Tripod with Bluetooth Remote for Camera Smartphone.
Weighing in at just a little over 1 1/2 pounds, this aluminum and plastic tripod is very well constructed, and folds down to a length of just 17 inches for easy storage in a vehicle or lashed to a backpack. By unlocking the tripod legs, this product can be extended up to 60 inches in length.
The head of the tripod is designed to either use an expandable compression spring clamp (4.3” to 6.8”) to hold your smartphone, or a cold shoe to accommodate a screw-on conventional camera. The 3-way directional axis pan head allows for smooth 360° horizontal rotation and adjustable tilt angles to capture a full field of imagery.
A small but value-added detail is the inclusion of a miniature dot-level to help ensure that your tripod is leveled-out for perfectly framed shots. It’s a small green circular level with an even smaller bead within, and located on the upper surface of where the top portion of the tripod legs attach to the center shaft.
Also Included in the product offering is a camera remote shutter control fob, as well as a nifty soft carrying bag to store the tripod and remote.
A compact, lightweight tripod will inevitably have some trade offs, regardless of how well it is made, and that applies to this product as well. With lightweight tripods, the lack of weight means potentially less stability when shooting in the field. That can be overcome if needed by adding either an aftermarket center-mounted counterweight, or investing in a sand/rock bag to suspend beneath the tripod in a sort of hammock. But for the most part, lightweight compact tripods like this have their place and do quite well for most assignments.
Overall, I have been very impressed with this K&F CONCEPT B174A1 Travel Tripod, and can recommend it to anyone needing a quality- built portable tripod that can perform double-duty for use of smartphones or conventional camera use.

I finally found a tripod with a built in monopod to replace my selfie stick. With the Pentax you can from a height of approx. with the remote control. What's also important to me is the camera's smooth, shake-free panning for capturing wildlife and landscapes. Works very well. Thanks to the ball joint, the Pentax can be adjusted and locked in any position in no time at all. And thanks to the rotating center post, the camera can stay a few millimeters above ground when shooting without me having to lie in the mud or touch the DSLR. The materials used make a very good impression on me.

I finally found a tripod with a built-in monopod that replaces my selfie stick. It is possible to take pictures with the Pentax from a height of approx. using the remote control. What's also important to me is the camera's smooth, wobble-free panning for capturing wildlife and landscapes. Works very well. Thanks to the ball joint, the Pentax can be adjusted and locked in any position in no time. And thanks to the rotating center post, the camera can also hold a few millimeters above it for ground shots without me having to lie in the mud or have the DSLR touch it. The materials used make a very good impression on me.

The title really says it all but let me break down the best features.1. Carbon fiber makes this tripod strong and VERY light weight. I was really surprised how light it was while still able to support both my Nikon Z7II or Z9 with a heavy duty L-bracket. Some travel tripods dump the weight by using thin legs or plastic hardware. This doesn't do either of those things!2. As mentioned, almost all the non-carbon fiber parts are metal or heavy duty rubber. No cheap plastics or other compromises that limit performance.3. One leg screws off so you can use it as a monopod eliminating the need to carry both when you're packing light.4. It comes with a good ball head. Yes, we all probably have a few of these laying around but in case you don't, this setup comes with a really nice one.5. Comes with a case to keep it protected.OK nothing is perfect and there are a few things I'd like to see improved on but they're all rather minor.1. I'd like both the tripod and the monopod to extend higher. I'm a taller human, I like my gear to extend to at least 6'6" and this is close but not quite there. If that doesn't matter to you, no big deal.2. I'd like a little more rigidity when the tripod is fully extended. This might not be a problem for many people, especially those with lighter gear. Both of my cameras as larger and heavier than most and I have them outfitted with larger pro L-brackets. All this makes them heavy but well within the stated limits.Overall at this price point you're going to be REALLY challenged to find a better tripod for travel use than this one. I'm really happy with it and I'll be using it as my primary travel tripod for the foreseeable future.

I bought this tripod to be able to take photos and videos more stable and jerk-free! At first there was a certain skepticism due to the relatively low price! It's gone! The tripod has three extendable, variably height-adjustable aluminum legs. The articulated rubber foot buffers are also well suited for areas with smooth floors. The angle is wide enough to not tip over as soon as a digital camera or smartphone is mounted on the tripod! The removable center rod for use as a monopod is very sophisticated, as it is built into the inner spar without any problems and the tripod and monopod can be used at the same time! The camera recording foot is installed in a holder of the monopod, This means that both tripod versions can be used quickly! Or you can get a second recording foot (if available) and at the same time have both tripods available for use with digital cameras and smartphones! Because a fastening device is included for a good and firm attachment of the smartphone to the tripod or monopod. This was another point of my purchase criterion! The tripod is well packed in a long carrying bag (approx. 50cm long, 15cm wide and 15cm deep) and can be carried on the back without any problems (low weight) with a carrying strap! This means you have both hands free and can record the motifs you find without putting them down. The legs are extendable and can be fixed at any desired height using clamps, This means that the tripod can be set up on a sloping surface with the camera installed. The tripod can be continuously extended from approx. 50 to 176 cm. A bubble level has been installed for the very conscientious, so the tripod can be precisely aligned with the camera. I am satisfied!

Quick conversion to a monopod possible, very robust and relatively small and light

All is great with exception to the description of monopod. The description states : "【Detachable Monopod】 It can be turned into a lightweight monopod or walking stick alone to make your photography more diverse. " To go along with this, the picture of the product shows the Monopod, Tripod folded, and Tripod open. The picture is deceiving as it shows the monopod alone along side the fully attached tripod. The description does not state that one of the tripod legs is to be removed to make the monopod. By seeing the pictures and reading the description, I thought the center column would be removed and used as the monopod. Thereby being a quicker change from Tripod to Monopod back to Tripod when needed.