Top Artificial Christmas Trees by Style and Budget
If you're one of the 81% of Americans who choose artificial Christmas trees over fake ones, check out our buying guide to find the perfect festive tree for the upcoming holiday season.
Choosing the Right Tree:
- Find the right size and width of your space. You should leave around 6-12 inches from the tip of the tree to your ceiling, depending on how tall your tree-topper is.
- Understand artificial tree needles. The needles on artificial trees are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or the newer and more realistic polyethylene (PE). When shopping for your tree, make sure to pay attention to the needle type and count. The most realistic trees have the highest PE needle counts.
- Prelit or not. There are pros and cons to buying a prelit tree. Prelit trees are convenient but can cause issues in the long run when lights burn out, whereas unlit trees are less expensive and allow for customization.
- Choose your species. Artificial trees' appearances can differ considerably depending on the species of tree you pick. Fir trees have dense and short needles that sprout out flat. Spruce trees are similar to fir, but the needles sprout in all directions and tend to hold more ornaments. Pine tree needles are long and thin.
Now that you know the Christmas tree basics, here is a list of some of the best artificial trees around, no matter what your style or price point may be.
Splurge: Best Natural Appearance
BH Balsam Fir from Balsam Hill
These trees are made entirely of Balsam Hill's signature PE needles, known as True Needle. You can't get an artificial more authentic unless you purchase a live tree.
▲Budget: Best Natural Appearance
"Feel Real" Douglas Fir from National Tree Company
This company's trademark "feal real" branches look and feel just like the real thing. But what makes this tree one of our favorites is how well the branches hold up over time.
▲Splurge: Best Pencil Tree
Fraser Fir from Andover Mills
This lush pencil tree gives you the slim option that still has plenty of branches to hang all your decorations.
▲Budget: Best Pencil Tree
Kingswood Fir from National Tree Company
You don't necessarily have to break the bank in order to snag yourself a great looking pencil tree. This Kingswood Fir comes at an unbeatable price.
▲Splurge: Fullest Tree
Frasier Grande from Birch Lane
This "grande" variation of the popular Frasier Fir is perfect for those looking for maximum ornament display. Its lush branches have an astounding 3,719 needles.
▲Budget: Fullest Tree
This Christmas tree features over 2500 branch tips, making this our fullest budget-friendly option.
▲Splurge: Best Flocked Tree
King Flocked Christmas Tree from King of Christmas
Offering a realistic winter wonderland look, this tree's flocked branches stand the test of time so you don't have to worry about the powder ending up all over your floors.
▲Budget: Best Flocked Tree
Snow Flocked Pine Tree from Best Choice Products
If you have your eyes set on a white-dusted tree but want to keep the cost down, this pine is the most realistic option you can find for under $150.
▲Splurge: Best White Tree
Denali White Tree from Balsam Hill
If your heart is set on owning the reigning king of white Christmas trees, you won't find a more elegant tree than this dreamy, 4848 needle-count tree.
▲Budget: Best White Tree
Dunhill Fir White Tree from Mercury Row
If you're shopping on a budget but don't want to buy a white tree that's going to end with a tacky feel- this Dunhill Fir brings the perfect wintry feel to your Christmas decor.
▲Splurge: "Charlie Brown" Minimalist Tree
Alpine Balsam Fir Tree from Balsam Hill
This rustic fir tree is the perfect addition to the trendy minimalist decor style. Featuring 100% PE crafted needles, people will think you cut it down yourself.
▲Budget: "Charlie Brown" Minimalist Tree
Balsam Fir Tree from Target
It may not look as realistic as the first option, but this Balsam fir from Target has the same asymmetrical appeal and has been a customer favorite for creating a farmhouse Christmas.
▲Splurge: Green(er) Tree Alternatives
Twiggy Tree from Anthropologie
You probably didn't even realize how badly you need a twig tree until you laid eyes on this twinkling wonder!
▲Budget: Green(er) Tree Alternatives
Snowy Fir Tree from Lightshare
For less than $100, this simplistic twig tree stands 6 feet tall and fits in perfectly with other decor that it could be left up all year long.
▲Noteworthy Mention
Twinkly String Lights
With over 16 million color options you can control and customize to put on impressive digital light shows, twinkly lights are well worth their price. Controlled through both Google Assistant and Alexa, or the exclusive app, the options are almost limitless.
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