Short answer: a good travel prayer set is opaque, covers you fully through sujood, packs small enough for a handbag and is easy to wash. Check these six points before you buy.
1. Opacity
The fabric should not be see-through, even in bright light. Hold it up to a window, or ask the shop how they tested it.
2. Full coverage in every position
Standing, bowing and prostration all move the fabric. Look for a generous cut that stays in place.
3. Packed size and weight
If it does not fit your everyday bag, it stays at home. Look for a set with its own pouch and a weight of around half a kilo or less.
4. Fit for your height
Compare the stated lengths with your height instead of relying on "one size".
5. Everything in one place
A set that keeps the clothes and a clean surface for sujood together means you never have to look for a mat.
6. Easy care
A travel set should wash gently and dry quickly on a hanger.
How the SUJUDY prayer set measures up
- Opaque fabric, tested before we chose it
- 2-piece set: top and skirt, cut full length
- About 0.48 kg; folds into its matching zip pouch, about as long as a phone
- For heights of about 150–183 cm (top front 120 cm, back 133 cm, skirt 115 cm)
- Personal Sujood Cloth and a free matching Sebha included
- Hand wash cool or delicates cycle in a laundry bag, hang to dry