While this is technically portable (has a handle and folds), it is not easily portable. It's heavy. But, then again, you wouldn't want it light and not sturdy. So, I think it is an appropriate weight. I like that it folds for easier carrying. It also has a metal pin to keep it closed. It's 6 feet long, so when not in use, you'll need to think about where to store it. The only bad thing about it, is that if you are in a situation where it needs to be unfolded through a door, it may be too wide. We have some stairs that lead to another door and it was too long to use there. But, for any normal application it works well.
Donna Tannenbaum 
R. Shore 
