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P E O P L E ' S C H O I C E  UPDATED ON DEC. 2, 2020

The Best Artificial Christmas

Trees on Amazon, According to
Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers
By The Editors
People's Choice
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Christmas is just a few weeks away, but there’s still time to secure an artificial
Christmas tree before December 25. We found the best ones, according to the
most enthusiastic reviewers on Amazon — and if you want all of the
trimmings, we’ve also talked with the set decorators from Hallmark movies
about the best Christmas décor. And as with many things this year, shipping
times are slower than usual because of increased demand and COVID-19, so if
you see an artificial Christmas tree that you like (and you want to ensure it
arrives with plenty of time to enjoy it), don’t dillydally.

Related Article: Best Real Christmas Trees to Buy Online

Best-rated artificial Christmas tree

National Tree 9-Foot Dunhill Fir Tree

$580 now 50% off
4.6 stars, 2,358 reviews

$289
“This tree right here. Take a look at it. This is the last Christmas tree you’ll
ever need. This is the be-all, end-all pinnacle of unlit Christmas trees,” writes a
reviewer, who is one of over 1,800 five-star reviewers. “This majestic fir will
stand tall in your home and become your new favorite decoration.” It’s so nice,
this faux Dunhill fir even converted a few who were previously artificial-tree
skeptics. “Sure, it took some ‘fluffing’ to get it nice and full, but this is a very
realistic-looking tree,” writes one. Another says, “The best part is that it is
unlit, as I like to change between color and white every other year or so. Also,
you do not have to deal with the lights going out, which looks horrible when
you have to put other lights in with the burnt out lights.” As one reviewer
concludes, “It’s not a real one, but it truly is lovely.”

[Editor’s note: This item is scheduled to restock on December 7, 2020, and if

you order now, it should still arrive before Christmas.]

$289 AT AMAZON

Best-rated (less expensive) artificial

Christmas tree
National Tree 24 Inch Majestic Fir Christmas Tree
$40 now 43% off
4.5 stars, 1,475 reviews

$23
This two-foot tall tree is a favorite among reviewers looking for budget-
friendly holiday decoration for a desk or coffee table. “Just a darling tree for
any small area,” writes one shopper. “Plan to use it for the workplace. Love
how the base is already ‘wrapped’ and ready for display and it’s sturdy.”
Another reviewer writes, “This little tree was beyond what I expected it to be.
It’s the perfect size for small little corners that need some Christmas spirit and
is very durable.” And, of course, the low price was a big draw for shoppers.
“OMG, this is so cute! High quality for the price. 100 percent satisfied,” says
one. “Much better quality than I imagined for the price,” reports another.

$23 AT AMAZON
Best easy-to-assemble artificial Christmas
tree
National Tree 7.5-Foot North Valley Spruce Tree, Hinged
$169 now 24% off
4.4 stars, 2,149 reviews

$128
Tons of reviewers praised this “easy to assemble” tree, with one calling it an
“absolutely gorgeous tree. Very full and fluffy. Very easy to set up, just three
pieces and a base.” Another writes, “It comes shipped in three pieces which
are easy to assemble and the branches are hinged so they easily drop down
into the correct configuration. Seriously, this is the perfect Artificial Tree and
blows away those overly expensive crappy ones found at brick and mortar
stores.” Others commented on the sturdiness of the tree, with one shopper
noting, “The branches are full and sturdy enough for even our heaviest
ornaments. I am a very happy customer.”

$128 AT AMAZON

Best artificial Christmas tree with clear

lights
National Tree 7.5 Foot “Feel Real” Frasier Grande Tree with 1000
Clear Lights, Hinged
$430 now 16% off
4.5 stars, 297 reviews

$362
This artificial Christmas tree passed the sniff test of one tough critic: “When
my wife was a child, her father raised Christmas trees, and no tree — real or
artificial — will ever measure up to her childhood memories of those paragons
of arboriculture that her father coddled for a dog’s age until they were fit to
grace the living room. But this National Tree ‘Feel Real’ Frasier Fir satisfied
her.” And while it takes reviewers about an hour or two to get this thing fully
fluffed up, it’s worth it according to one who says, “Once you groom the
branches and spread the forked limbs it is absolutely magnificent.” Reviewers
also appreciate that this comes pre-lit making this even easier to set up. They
are nice “warm lights,” according to one reviewer. Another says, “I don’t care
for LED lights on trees. These are a softer light. Not fluorescent looking.”

$362 AT AMAZON

Best artificial Christmas tree with

multicolored lights
National Tree Downswept Douglas Fir Tree with 450 Multicolor
Lights
$230 now 31% off
4.6 stars, 816 reviews

$158
Shoppers looking for something a little more colorful praised this tree, which
comes pre-lit with multicolored lights. The tree even reminded a couple of
shoppers of their childhood decorations: “I was looking for a realistic tree with
multicolored lights. This tree is gorgeous! It has more lights than most and no
white lights on the tree, which is what I wanted. The color of the lights is like I
remember growing up,” says one. Another writes, “This tree looks very much
like the real thing. The lights are well spaced and we especially liked them
because the colors reminded us of Christmas lights from our youths in the 70s
and 80s.” Shoppers thought that the preassembled lights made setup
particularly easy, too. “It’s the most beautiful artificial tree I’ve ever had, and
my first pre-lit,” says one, adding, “Assembly was quick and easy. I had always
laboriously put three strings of 100 lights on my previous 4.5 foot tree, so 450
richly colored lights were dazzling.”

$158 AT AMAZON

Best artificial Christmas tree for small

spaces
National Tree 4 Foot Kincaid Spruce Tree
$60 now 40% off
4.3 stars, 690 reviews

$36
“This is a precious little tree,” writes one reviewer, with emphasis on the little,
as they — and nearly 20 percent of reviewers — say this is the right size for an
apartment or small space. “Living in a one-bedroom apartment, it’s perfect, as
it sat on our side table and didn’t take up excess room in our living space,” one
reviewer writes. Another says, “This was just the right size to show my holiday
spirit without overdoing it or putting in too much effort,” echoing nearly the
third of reviewers who say setting this up is easy. What will take a little effort,
however, is fluffing up the branches, which many reviewers recommend to
create the illusion of a more natural-looking tree. If you really want to fool
people, one customer recommends “getting a picture of a live tree that is
similar in species and emulate the branch placement.” All that’s left to do is
decorate, and according to one reviewer this little tree can fit about “50
ornaments of various sizes but could have probably used around ten more for
a nice full coverage.” They add, “A 100 color bulbs on a 24-foot wire seemed to
be just the right amount for the tree.”

$36 AT AMAZON

Best artificial Christmas tree with lights for

small spaces
National Tree 4.5 Foot “Feel Real” Downswept Douglas Fir Tree
With 450 Clear Lights
$230 now 37% off
4.3 stars, 1,150 reviews

$145
“The only thing missing is the pine scent,” says one reviewer about this 4.5-
foot-tall Christmas tree, along with dozens of others who were also impressed
by how real it looks. It’s not the tallest option, which is why it’s nice for smaller
spaces, dozens describe it as full, including one who says, “We wanted a small
tree that wasn’t too skinny, we got it.” One even says, “The pine needles look
and feel real.” And about 40 percent of reviewers love the quality and
brightness of the built-in strings of lights. “450 lights is the most I could find
on a little tree and it just glows,” one says. Another reviewer, who likes a lot of
lights, says, “The way these lights are mounted gives the appearance of having
more lights even with ornaments.” And thankfully for at least one customer,
theirs arrived with “no broken bulbs.”

$145 AT AMAZON

Best artificial Christmas tree with pine

cones
Vickerman Carmel Pine Tree with Burlap Base
4.5 stars, 942 reviews

$50
Lots of shoppers noted that this tree was particularly “rustic” looking, with one
writing, “I think the rustic style of this tree is what makes it beautiful. The
color isn’t horrible bright green like some fake trees, and the brown around
the stems makes it seem more real.” Another says, “I was looking for a rustic
tree to set on an old vintage sled that I have and the tree exceeded my
expectations. It’s just what I wanted.” Part of that effect comes from the pine
cones attached to the tree, which shoppers loved. “It has the vintage
farmhouse look I was going for. The little pine cones add the finishing touch,”
says one. Another writes, “The pine cones and burlap base are lovely touches.”

$50 AT AMAZON

Best artificial pencil Christmas tree

National Tree 7 Foot Kingswood Fir Pencil Tree
$89 now 12% off
4.5 stars, 2,282 reviews

$78
“I looked for a pencil tree for weeks and they were so expensive. I ordered this
one based on cost and it is gorgeous,” says one satisfied reviewer, adding that
there are “lots of branches and tips. Looks real and I plan to order another one
for my daughter.” Another writes, “This tree is absolutely gorgeous. The price
is great. The perfect pencil tree.” The shape also made it a favorite among
reviewers living in smaller spaces. “I live in a small one-bedroom apartment so
the skinny dimensions are perfect for those with limited space,” explains one
shopper, who notes, “Aside from that I think the skinny look adds an edge and
an element of cuteness.”

[Editor’s note: This item is scheduled to restock on December 9,

2020.]

$78 AT AMAZON

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