Is Sunbrella fabric worth paying more for?

Reviewers consistently treat fade resistance as the main durability differentiator. Brands marketing Sunbrella or comparable heavy polyester (such as Terylast) lean on multi-year no-fade claims, and r/BuyItForLife users who own premium umbrellas report canopies 'still looking like new' after several seasons. Budget polyester canopies are praised short-term but more prone to fading and fraying.