7 Best Artificial Christmas Trees

Appearance: If you want an attention-grabbing tree that keeps your kiddos entertained long after they get sick of watching Christmas movies, this tree has you covered. The multicolor lights flash and twinkle in 8 different sequences, creating a festive light show in your living room. Staggered branches mimic the full profiles of pricier trees.

Ease of Use: This two-piece tree lets you have a holly, jolly Christmas in just 15 to 30 minutes. A resilient stand holds the fiberoptic fixture in place as you and your loved ones enjoy the dancing lights.

Sturdiness: This tree only weighs 14.33 lbs, which is great when you’re lugging it to the attic after Christmas – but bad if you plan to decorate with heavy glass or ceramic ornaments. Just don’t pile the PVC branches with too many ornaments, and everything should be fine.

Price: This is the third cheapest tree on our list of best artificial Christmas trees, and it’s a great bargain. It’s only $80, and we’d willingly pay twice as much for this awesome tree.

Appearance: This artificial Christmas tree from Vickerman is definitely an eye-catching fixture that doesn’t blend in with traditional holiday decor. We like that the vibrant purple hue pairs well with winter-inspired decorations, such as fake icicles or rich blue ornaments. It makes us feel less guilty about keeping it up long after New Year’s Eve ends because we can just be like, hey, it’s a winter tree, not a Christmas tree.

Also, if you’re a Christian, you might be aware that the color purple is referenced multiple times in the Bible. It typically refers to royalty, but that’s not always the case. During his travels, Apostle Paul met a woman named Lydia who sold purple garments. With encouragement from Paul, Lydia helped spread God’s Word in her city. You’ll remember this important event each time you gaze at your beautiful purple tree.

Ease of Use: This purple tree doesn’t arrive preassembled, so you’ll have to put it together yourself. There are four pieces, but it isn’t too tricky to figure out where they go.

We like that you don’t have to replace all of the bulbs if one light burns out. Less of a hassle – and really, we usually don’t notice if a bulb or two goes out anyway.

Sturdiness: This tree stands 7 feet tall and weighs around 80 pounds. That means it’s sturdy enough for you to pile on a crazy amount of ornaments with no issues. It boasts resilient hinged branches, which Consumer Reports says are easier to handle than hooked branches.

Price: We thought the $450 price tag for this 7-foot holiday decoration was kinda high until we saw that other stores charge around $1,400 for the 9-foot version of this tree. Apparently adding 2 feet to the height can set you back an extra $1,000 if you shop outside of Amazon. No thanks – we’ll stick with Amazon.

Appearance: This Christmas tree isn’t as fancy or festive as other trees on our list, but it looks nice after you add lights and ornaments. Make sure to fluff the branches before you decorate the tree. This helps hide the pole and eliminate sparse spots.

Ease of Use: Senior citizens, pregnant women, and college students all say it’s a cinch to assemble this artificial tree. The hinged places remain snugly in place after assembly.

Sturdiness: This lightweight tree weighs less than 10 pounds, so be careful not to overdo it with heavy ornaments and braided rope. An included metal stand helps support the tree so it doesn’t fall over.

Price: At $40, this is the second-cheapest tree on our list. However, we still chose it as our favorite budget-friendly tree because the cheapest tree on our list is specifically designed for small spaces.

Appearance: This artificial Christmas tree doesn’t mimic the appearance of a real tree, but it still infuses your home with holiday cheer. Owners say the tree looks nice after you fluff out its branches, and we agree. If you arrange the branches just right, it’s easy to hide pieces of the tree that you don’t want shown.

Ease of Use: This is probably the most user-friendly tree on our list of favorites. It arrives fully assembled, so all you have to do is hang it up. One reviewer mentioned that she likes to place the tree above a table full of presents, and we dig that idea.

Sturdiness: We’ll be honest: we didn’t expect much from this tree as far as durability goes. However, one reviewer raves that she’s owned it for years with no issues – and we’ve heard similar reports from other owners of this compact tree.

Price: For around $25, you get a ready-to-hang Christmas tree. That super low price includes shipping costs if you’re an Amazon Prime member.

Appearance: There’s a reason Balsam Hill trees made our list twice. The company is known for producing lush, natural-looking trees, and this unlit tree is no exception. Its thick PVC branches mimic the appearance of real spruce trees, and we’re psyched that they completely conceal the tree’s pole.

Ease of Use: Like all of the trees on our list, assembly is fairly easy. The tree comes with cotton gloves, which are a lifesaver if you plan to spend a lot of time fluffing your tree to perfection.

Sturdiness: This tree weighs around 40 pounds, and it’s made from resilient materials. Feel free to drag out every box of ornaments from your basement or attic – this tree can support multiple decorations.

Price: This tree costs less than $180, which is super reasonable when you consider that it’s an authentic Balsam Hill creation. We’ve seen unlit trees from other manufacturers that cost 4 times as much as this one, and we don’t understand why.

Appearance: Remember when you first learned how to draw Christmas trees? The shape of this full tree reminds us of childhood doodles from holiday seasons long ago. An attractive combination of PVC Classic Needles and PE True Needle tips give this timeless tree a realistic look, evoking fond memories of when we sipped hot cocoa around a fresh-cut tree at Grandma’s house.

Good Housekeeping agrees that this classic Christmas tree looks like the real deal, praising its rich green color and natural-looking branches. We love that the tree comes in 5 sizes and 4 lighting styles because it makes it a cinch to find one that enhances your current decor.

Ease of Use: Reviewers rave about how easy it is to put this artificial Christmas tree together. It comes in 4 separate sections that slide into place during assembly, and a convenient foot pedal lets you turn the lights off and on without fumbling around for a plug.

Sturdiness: Pile on tinsel, garland, and ornaments with confidence when you celebrate the season with this Balsam Hill fir tree. Its lush, thick branches hold ornaments snugly in place without bending or sagging from the weight.

Price: At around $600, this artificial Christmas tree is one of the pricier ones on our list. However, it’s backed by a 10-year tree warranty and a 3-year light warranty, so you don’t need to replace it anytime soon.