Manfrotto · Updated June 2026
Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head: price, specs & release date
Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head, released 2018. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head is listed at $259.95 on manfrotto.com as of 2026-06-27, #8 cheapest of 11 tripods (median $199.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 25/100 pay-blind standing, #8 of 12 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest tripods: Neewer TP08 77" 2-in-1 Aluminum Tripod and Monopod with Ball Head — $49.99
Is the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head a good buy?
At $260, the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head is #8 cheapest of the 11 tripods we track, where the median is $199.95. On the spec sheet, its max height of 59.4 in is below the median of the 12, its folded length of 15.8 in is below the median of the 11, and its max load of 19.8 lb is below the median of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $259.95 MSRP, includes 494 ball head |
|---|---|
| Brand | Manfrotto |
| Released | 2018 |
| Material | aluminum |
| Max height (in) | 59.4 |
| Folded length (in) | 15.8 |
| Max load (lb) | 19.8 |
| Weight (lb) | 3.5 |
| Leg sections | 4 |
| Head included | Yes |
Source: manfrotto.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by bhphotovideo.com. Specs verified from official Manfrotto page: max height 151 cm/59.45 in, closed 40 cm/15.75 in, weight 1.59 kg/3.51 lb, safety payload 9 kg/19.84 lb, 4 sections with Flip Lock (lever) locks, includes Advanced 494 center ball head. MSRP $259.95 per authorized US dealers including B&H.
Is the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head worth it vs cheaper tripods?
Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head against its closest cheaper and pricier tripods on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 11 ranked
| Product | Price | Material | Max height (in) | Folded length (in) | Max load (lb) | Weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head this | $259.95 | aluminum | 59.4 | 15.8 | 19.8 | 3.5 |
| Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column | $229.95 | aluminum | 66.9 | 24 | 44.1 | 5.5 |
| Peak Design Travel Tripod — Aluminum | $399.95 | aluminum | 60 | 15.5 | 20 | 3.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head cost?
The Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head has a US price of $259.95 (MSRP, includes 494 ball head), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head compare on price?
At $260, the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head is #8 cheapest of the 11 tripods we track, where the median is $199.95.
When was the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head released?
The Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head was released 2018.
What are the Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head's key specs?
Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head (Manfrotto): material aluminum, max height in 59.4, folded length in 15.8, max load lb 19.8, weight lb 3.5. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $259.95 at manfrotto.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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