10 Best Travel Tripods UK 2022 | Peak Design, Manfrotto and More

While it's not the biggest tripod on the market, the Lightweight Mini is a great option for vlogging or streaming while travelling – or simply while at home. If you're looking to use your tripod on a tabletop or similar surface, then you really can't go wrong with this inexpensive choice.

With a maximum load capacity of only 500 g, however, you're going to be limited to lighter cameras, such as a GoPro or simple digital camera. Most DSLRs will be a little too heavy and may not stay stable. If you stay within the weight limit, though, this is a surprisingly stable option.

If you're looking for quick and easy adjustments, then the Vanguard VEO 2 is well worth considering thanks to a unique central column system that allows you to move the column and legs into a new position in less than 15 seconds.

Extending to an impressive length, this aluminium model is a relative bargain when compared to similar models. There have been some customer reports regarding its stability when fully extended, so buyer beware if your camera kit is particularly weighty.

This travel tripod from Peak Design is one of the best on the market, folding down to a minuscule sports-bottle-sized package all while being able to support up to 9 kg of weight. It's also extremely lightweight thanks to its carbon fibre frame, which boasts weather- and impact-resistant properties too.

Coming in a padded, weatherproof case to boot, if you're serious about photography and exploring outdoor landscapes, then this is the choice for you. For the majority of the people reading this list, however, the price point will, unfortunately, be more than they can afford.

If you're working from a desk or tabletop, then the PIXI Mini by Manfrotto is our top recommendation. The legs fold out instantly and you can easily move the ball joint head by holding in a button and releasing when in the right place.

The obvious drawback is that you cannot extend the legs, so you'll have to make sure that you're able to place it on a surface at the right height for what you're shooting. The silver lining, however, is that due to the lack of folds in the legs, this is one of the sturdiest tripods around.

There's a lot to like about the Manfrotto Compact Light and, weighing in at just under a kilogram, it's the lightest extendable tripod on our list. This is perfect to throw in a suitcase or backpack without having to worry about extra weight.

It sits somewhere in between the budget and premium options, making it something of a jack of all trades and master of none. If you're looking for an all-around lightweight option as a solid travel option or backup tripod, this is a decent choice.

The Leo 2.0 is an incredibly impressive piece of kit, folding down to an almost unbelievable size while being able to comfortably support a staggering 30 kg of weight. When it comes to a mix of folding size, extended size and maximum load, this is one of the best you'll get.

While almost unbelievably sturdy for its size, it will take a little bit of fiddling around to get set up and solidly set in place thanks to all the leg clamps you'll have to tighten. Still, it's well worth the time and money spent.

With a fully extended height of 160 cm and a maximum load capacity of 4 kg, this budget offering from Hama is a great choice for any amateur photographer or filmmaker to try some location work without having to break the bank.

For a well-priced option that's rather tall when fully extended, it's also incredibly sturdy thanks to some intelligent design. The adjustable rubber feet, lockable cross-struts and weighting hook mean that once in place, the Hama 63 isn't moving.

Just pipping the Hama 63 for our pick for the best budget option is Amazon Basics' Lightweight Tripod. Coming in a little cheaper, noticeably lighter, and featuring a handy spirit level that the Hama doesn't have makes it a perfect pick-up for any photographer.

It also features stabilising mechanisms to ensure that it isn't wobbly while fully extended, and as well as the aforementioned spirit level on the head, there's also one above the legs to ensure they're set straight.

If you dabble in both photography and filmmaking, then this feature-packed tripod is a great way to cover both bases thanks to its titular 3-way head. When you need to make smooth camera movements, you'll have no problem either, as it incorporates a fluid drag system based on hydraulics.

Alternatively, if you're after stability and security, the QPL travel lock system, leg angle selector and crossbar will keep everything nice and secure. Even if you have quite a hefty camera kit, this tripod can handle it.

The Benro GoPlus Travel has it all, featuring an extremely tall extended height while also remaining relatively compact when folded away. It also has something that no other tripod on our list has: a pivoting centre column that allows you to position your camera at multiple angles.

While you'll need to purchase a head separately, the overall cost will still be below most other similar quality tripods and you can opt between a pan and tilt or ball options. You can also completely detach the legs to operate your camera with a monopod. Brilliant.