The Best Christmas Tree Stands to Show Off Your Holiday Spirit

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The right stand keeps a Christmas tree of any size and type safe and upright throughout the holiday season. Here are our top picks.

An evergreen strung with delicate ornaments and lights but sitting in a shaky, shoddy base is an accident waiting to happen, particularly if excited children and pets are involved. Fortunately, there’s a good assortment of sturdy, easy-to-assemble stands on the market for all tree types and sizes, from miniature Norfolk Island pines to towering balsam firs.

In this guide, we help shoppers find the best Christmas tree stand for their homes. The following is a list of our top choices.

1. BEST OVERALL: Krinner Tree Genie XXL Christmas Tree Stand
2. BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: National Tree Company 24-Inch Stand
3. UPGRADE PICK: Home Heritage Electric 360-Degree Stand
4. BEST WITH OUTLETS: Best Choice Products 360-Degree Rotating Stand
5. BEST FOR LARGE TREES: Jack-Post Welded Steel Christmas Tree Stand
6. BEST FOR SMALL TREES: Cinco C-148 Classic Christmas Tree Stand
7. BEST FOR TABLETOP TREES: Cinco C-163 Advantage Christmas Tree Stand
8. BEST ROTATING: Puleo International Rotating Tree Stand
9. BEST ROLLING: National Tree Company 32-Inch Stand With Wheels
10. ALSO CONSIDER: Tree Nest Christmas Tree Stand Base

How We Chose the Best Christmas Tree Stands

Based on extensive product research, our recommendations for the best Christmas tree stands feature those that are constructed from a variety of materials and include options for real and artificial trees of varying sizes.

Our favorite models do something extra with the tree, such as spin it around 360 degrees so the entire effect of this holiday season symbol can be fully appreciated. Other features we really like are large water reservoirs that help keep real trees alive and sturdy frames that firmly hold a Christmas tree in place. Not surprisingly, our picks require no assembly or only a minimal amount.

Our Top Picks

Here are our picks for the right Christmas tree stands, based on extensive product research. Set up the home for good tidings this Christmas with some of the most unique, heavy-duty, and high-tech options available.

Best Overall

Krinner Tree Genie XXL Christmas Tree Stand

Product Specs

• Dimensions: 20 inches in diameter by 6 inches tall
• Trunk-diameter capacity: Up to 7 inches
• Support capacity: Live tree up to 12 feet tall

Pros

• Original single-cable operation guarantees equal claw pressure around the trunk
• Security lock ensures the tree won’t move after it’s installed
• No assembly required; pump pedal till claws anchor trunk
• No need for screws; clamps hold trunk firmly in place

Cons

• Plastic pedal and clamps may break if not used properly
• Water may spill from reservoir if it’s filled to maximum capacity

The Krinner Tree Genie XXL is one of the most heavy-duty models on the market, making it our best overall Christmas tree stand. Weighing in at a hefty 18 pounds, the stand provides maximum support for towering live trees up to 12 feet tall, with trunks up to 7 inches in diameter.

The Krinner Tree Genie also boasts the foot-pedal tightening method—a long-awaited, much-needed innovation in the category. Users simply need to place the tree in the open stand and pump the foot pedal until the five claws have a firm grip on the trunk, keeping the tree straight.

This tree stand holds 2.5 gallons (10 liters) of water and comes with an automatic water-level indicator to let the user know when to stop filling it or when the water is running low. As one of the best-selling Christmas tree stands, it could be the right choice for your home.

Get the Krinner Christmas tree stand at Amazon, Ace Hardware, or Krinner.

Best Bang for the Buck

National Tree Company 24-Inch Stand

Product Specs

• Dimensions: 24 inches square by 6 inches tall
• Trunk-diameter capacity: Up to 1.25 inches
• Support capacity: Artificial trees between 6.5 feet and 8 feet tall

Pros

• Weighs 0.83 pounds—users can lift the tree while it’s inside the stand if needed
• No assembly required to set up the stand
• Sturdy, heavy-duty steel construction

Cons

• Does not include adapters to adjust and secure the pole

Constructed of heavy-duty steel, the National Tree Company’s Christmas tree stand provides owners with years of repeated use. It supports artificial trees between 6.5 feet and 8 feet tall with a pole diameter of up to 1.25 inches.

To set up for good tidings, users simply unfold the stand’s legs, place the tree inside, and secure it in place using the screw. Folded out wide, it provides a sturdy structure for displaying a Christmas tree and keeping the tree stable throughout the holiday season. The stand folds flat for convenient storage once Christmas is over.

Get the National Tree Company 24-inch Christmas tree stand at Amazon.

Upgrade Pick

Home Heritage Electric 360-Degree Stand

Product Specs

• Dimensions: 22 inches in diameter by 9 inches tall
• Trunk-diameter capacity: Up to 1.75 inches
• Support capacity: Artificial trees up to 9 feet tall

Pros

• Sturdy construction can hold trees up to 9 feet tall and 120 pounds
• Can accommodate poles of 1-inch, 1.25-inch, and 1.75-inch diameters
• Outlets for the Christmas lights rotate with the tree to prevent tangles
• Comes in 5 colors to match a home’s current Christmas aesthetic

Cons

• Not suitable for live Christmas trees; accommodates artificial trees only

Those who like a full view of their Christmas tree will want to take a look at the Home Heritage Christmas tree stand. This sturdy model can handle artificial trees up to 9 feet tall and weighing 120 pounds, and it’s able to accommodate trunk sizes of 1 inch, 1.25 inches, and 1.75 inches.

This model is built to support a tree while it rotates, and the on/off switch provides added convenience for plugging in Christmas lights. There’s no need to worry about tangles either, since this model’s rotating base has dual plugs for standard two-prong indoor Christmas lights that move with the tree. And to match a home’s holiday decor, this model is also available in five different colors, depending on the retailer.

What our tester says: Beth Cranston, Bob Vila editor and product tester, notes that “This sturdy stand quietly rotated my 7.5-foot tree and provided a more stable base than my tree’s included stand. Plus, it doesn’t require a skirt or collar; its charming scroll adornment can just as easily be left uncovered.”

Get the Home Heritage Christmas tree stand at Amazon, Lowe’s, The Home Depot, or Target.

Best With Outlets

Best Choice Products 360-Degree Rotating Stand

Product Specs

• Dimensions: 26 inches square by 7.5 inches tall
• Trunk-diameter capacity: Up to 1.25 inches
• Support capacity: Artificial tree up to 7.5 feet tall and 80 pounds

Pros

• 360-degree rotation; as it spins, it provides views from all angles
• 3 built-in electrical outlets keep wires and cords from tangling
• Sturdy ABS-plastic construction; can hold heavy, fully decorated trees

Cons

• Not intended for live trees; does not have a water reservoir
• Doesn’t include adapters to better secure tree, and it doesn’t play music

This rotating Christmas tree stand from Best Choice Products claims a 26-inch footprint and stands 7.5 inches tall. When in operation, the stand rotates continuously, making a full 360-degree revolution every 70 seconds. The stand has three easy-to-operate settings, so users may choose to operate with lights and rotation, or with lights only, or to shut off both lights and rotation.

Constructed from acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) plastic, the stand provides a durable base for artificial trees up to 7.5 feet tall and 80 pounds (with decorations). Three built-in, two-prong electrical outlets offer ample capacity for plugging in Christmas lights without entangling multiple cords.

What our tester says: Becky Helzer, Bob Vila copy editor and product tester, notes that the Best Choice Products rotating Christmas tree stand was intuitive and easy to use. “Our artificial tree slid into the stand with no issues, and the tree’s lights were easy to plug into the stand’s electrical outlet. Once we turned it on with the switch located on the stand itself, our tree rotated at a nice pace without tangling any cords so we were able to enjoy all our ornaments.”

Get the Best Choice Products Christmas tree stand at Amazon, The Home Depot, Walmart, Target, or Best Choice Products.

Best for Large Trees

Jack-Post Welded Steel Christmas Tree Stand

Product Specs

• Dimensions: 29.75 inches square by 6.75 inches tall
• Trunk-diameter capacity: Up to 7 inches
• Support capacity: Live tree up to 12 feet tall

Pros

• Stand will not flex under the weight of heavy trees
• No assembly required
• Sturdy steel alloy and powder-coated construction
• Powder-coated finish resists corrosion

Cons

• Total supported weight capacity not specified

Christmas tree stands are not known for their looks. On that score, it’s hard to beat the Jack-Post welded tubular steel Christmas tree stand. Despite its light weight, the Jack-Post’s frame is incredibly sturdy and can accommodate trees up to a whopping 12 feet tall with trunks up to 7 inches in diameter.

There’s no assembly required: Users fill the 1.7-gallon water reservoir, place the tree inside the bowl, and then tighten the bolts until fixed in place. The four tubular steel legs have a 29.75-inch span and will not buckle under the load of a heavy tree.

The Jack-Post stand is made with a steel alloy and has a powder-coated finish that resists corrosion and adds to its durability.

Get the Jack-Post Christmas tree stand at Lowe’s.

Best for Small Trees

Cinco C-148 Classic Christmas Tree Stand

Product Specs

• Dimensions: 20 inches in diameter by 8 inches tall
• Trunk-diameter capacity: Between 6 and 8 inches
• Support capacity: Live tree up to 10 feet tall

Pros

• Accommodates low branches
• 3 pins lock and centralize tree before final adjustment
• Clean leather cloth finish with a spill guard on the water reservoir
• Captive nut system; strong bolts allow for precise tree adjustment

Cons

• Shoppers have reported missing nuts and bolts upon receipt
• Screws may be difficult to line up and adjust properly

Shoppers shouldn’t be put off by the fact that this stand is plastic. The Cinco C-148 Classic provides more than enough support and stability for a 6- to 10-foot-tall Christmas tree with a trunk diameter of up to 8 inches. This Cinco model weighs 5.25 pounds, holds an ample 1.75 gallons of water, and has plastic screw knobs for securing the tree in place.

The low-wide reservoir allows users to keep a tree looking full from top to bottom, as it accommodates low-hanging branches. And the spill guard helps prevent messes on the floor. The four steel spikes in the center of the reservoir anchor smaller trees, holding them in place.

What our tester says: Mark Wolfe, Bob Vila writer and product tester notes, “I have owned a Cinco Christmas tree stand for 15 years, and I am as happy with it now as when it was new. It is quick to set up, stable when in use, and easy to clean up after the season. I especially like the stability of the round flat bottom base. My previous Christmas tree stands had legs that made them more susceptible to tipping.”

Get the Cinco C-148 Christmas tree stand at Amazon.

Best for Tabletop Trees

Cinco C-163 Advantage Christmas Tree Stand

Product Specs

• Dimensions: 12 inches in diameter by 5 inches tall
• Trunk-diameter capacity: Up to 3 inches
• Support capacity: Live tree up to 4 feet tall

Pros

• Can be used to install a live tree in a smaller setting or multiple trees in a large home
• Includes all the features of the larger-stand models
• Galvanized pin in stand’s center locks tree in place before user adjusts bolts

Cons

• Screws made of plastic—not quite as sturdy as metal ones
• Total supported weight capacity unknown; fully decorated tree may lean

For a tree small enough to fit on a tabletop—that is, a tree that’s 4 feet or less in height with a trunk diameter of up to 3 inches—opt for this stand by Cinco. Made of rustproof plastic and weighing only 1 pound, this stand offers all the features of the company’s larger models at a fraction of the size.

The reservoir holds up to 0.75 gallons (2.84 liters) and comes with a spill guard to help avoid messes. Three durable plastic screws tighten around the trunk and hold the tree in place, making setup quick and easy.

Get the Cinco C-163 Christmas tree stand at Amazon.

Best Rotating

Puleo International Rotating Tree Stand

Product Specs

• Dimensions: 26 inches square by 8 inches tall
• Trunk-diameter capacity: Up to 1.25 inches
• Support capacity: 7- to 7.5-foot-tall artificial trees up to 80 pounds

Pros

• Holds an 80-pound, 7.5-foot tree with 1,000 lights
• Built-in electrical outlet for lights; flame-retardant and nonallergenic

Cons

• Does not play music; operates in only 1 rotational speed
• Does not have a water reservoir, so it cannot accommodate live trees

Puleo International is known for its beautiful Christmas trees and all-season wreaths. This rotating Christmas tree stand is available at a budget-friendly price, and it highlights the beauty of a glimmering artificial tree by showing it from all sides.

The 6-pound stand operates at one rotational speed, and users can reverse the direction by turning the tree slightly in the opposite direction. A toggle switch on the electrical cord lies flat on the floor, allowing users to modulate from “on” to “off” with a gentle press of the toe. This feature eliminates the need to bend over and reach under the tree. For safety, the Puleo International tree stand is both flame-retardant and nonallergenic.

Get the Puleo International Christmas tree stand at Amazon