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!