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The Best Artificial Christmas Trees on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers

While Christmas is months away, given the current supply-chain crisis, now is an excellent time to start shopping for a Christmas tree. So, while we've covered the best Christmas décor, ornaments, and holiday wreaths, here, we've rounded up the best artificial Christmas trees, according to the most enthusiastic reviewers on Amazon. Since we expect trees to go quickly, we'll be updating this post frequently, and if you see an artificial Christmas tree that you like, as we like to say, don't dillydally.

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National Tree 9-Foot Dunhill Fir Tree

"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."

National Tree 24 Inch Majestic Fir Christmas Tree

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.

National Tree 7.5-Foot North Valley Spruce Tree, Hinged

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."

National Tree 7.5 Foot

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."

National Tree Downswept Douglas Fir Tree with 450 Multicolor Lights

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."

National Tree 4 Foot Kincaid Spruce Tree

"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."

National Tree 4.5 Foot

"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."

National Tree 7.5 Foot Carolina Pine Tree With Flocked Cones and 750 Clear Lights

The added pine cones and lights make this artificial Christmas tree a standout, at least according to 80 five-star reviewers. While most artificial trees feel just that — artificial — one reviewer says the pine cones on this one add a "very nice realism and texture." They also appreciate the level of care applied to the design, which they say includes a bunch of different kinds of needles. Another reviewer highlighted this attention to detail. "I just fell in love with the pine cones and the fact that even the photos of this tree reminded me of the pine trees back home in Charlotte, N.C.," they write. "This is one of the most realistic-looking fake trees I've ever seen." And a final reviewer who echoes that the "different types of branches and the pine cones make this tree look very authentic" adds that it was "very easy to assemble" and the pre-strung lights are "absolutely gorgeous."

National Tree 7 Foot Kingswood Fir Pencil Tree

"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."

Puleo International 7.5 Foot Pre-Lit Fraser Fir Pencil Artificial Christmas Tree

Reviewers adore this artificial pencil Christmas tree, which comes with pre-lit lights, for its easy assembly and sturdiness. One reviewer who has had theirs for two years likes that it's "slimmer than an average tree" and that the "number of lights is just right," adding that "ease of setup was appreciated." Another reviewer needed something this slim because of the size of their house, but notes that the tree still feels "full" when fluffed up and that it's "sturdy … I'm happy my dogs didn't knock it over when running past it." And plenty of other reviewers are delighted by how it looks right out of the box. "Oh it is just gorgeous!" reports one such reviewer right after fluffing the branches. "I'm not done decorating it, but wanted to post this review. The tree is loaded with lights that are evenly spaced. The tree is tall but has a small footprint, which is exactly what I wanted. I'm so pleased with this tree."

National Tree Foot Kingswood Fir White Pencil Tree

There's no way someone could mistake this all-white Christmas tree for something painstakingly picked out during a trip upstate, but according to one reviewer, it's "elegant and understated and breathtaking." They add that it was "super simple to put together, no fuss at all" and it looks "just lovely in our space." Other reviewers were happy upon its arrival because it is a "true white" tree. As one reviewer explains, "There is no 'sparkle.' (Thank goodness!) There is no hideous bluish cast to it like the cheap white trees seem to have. This is white, plain and simple white." And another reviewer who wanted a "whimsical, Candyland-style tree," says this one turned out even better than they expected. They write, "The size and shape are perfect and nicely balanced and the branches are attractive. It's absolutely cheerful and I'm getting a ton of compliments on it."

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The Best Artificial Christmas Trees, According to Reviewers