11 best artificial Christmas trees to buy online 2025, tried & tested
There’s something undeniably magical about the festive season – the soft glow of fairy lights, the warmth of mulled wine, and one of the best artificial Christmas trees taking centre stage in your home. Once considered a festive faux pas, artificial trees were often shunned in favour of a freshly cut White Spruce. But times have changed, and in 2025, Christmas trees have never looked more luxe and natural.
Sure, fir artificial Christmas trees don’t smell as good as the real thing (that’s what reed diffusers and winter candles are for, right?) – and the journey to the attic/under-stairs-cupboard isn’t nearly as fun as a trip to the snow-covered farm. But there are tonnes of benefits to investing in a fake Christmas tree, from the fact you won’t have to pick up countless pine needles with your vacuum cleaner, to the fact that you can buy them pre-lit with twinkly, warm white lights. The hassle of wrestling with a string of fairy lights is long gone. Ahead, everything you need to know on your quest for the best artificial trees of 2025, including our top picks from the best online retailers.
How I tested the best artificial Christmas trees
To make it onto this whittled down list, each Christmas tree was subjected to some pretty rigorous research. As well as aesthetics, everything from size and cost, to lighting and fullness were scrutinised. I've had hands-on testing experience both at home and in store (ahem, The White Company) and I'm more than happy to give these eleven final picks our Glamour seal of approval.
Why you can trust me
With over five years of experience as a shopping writer, I’ve built my expertise through hands-on testing and reviewing of the latest product launches, with a particular focus on interiors and homeware. I’ve enlisted the Glamour office to put a range of high street artificial Christmas trees to the test, comparing styles, quality and realism so you can buy with confidence.
Ahead, GLAMOUR full edit of the best artificial Christmas trees to add to your checkout.
7.5ft Symons Nordmann Fir Christmas Tree
GLAMOUR's review: Beautifully realistic consisting of high-quality faux ferns and an artificial tree trunk, The White Company's Symons Nordmann Christmas tree looks a beautiful addition to your living room or hallway. It comes with a rustic wicker tree skirt which disguises the base, and you can add the brand's tree storage bag to your order for year-round safe keeping. Now all you need is a tree topper, some lights and multi-colour tree decorations.
Heights available: 7.5ft.
Dimensions: Tree: H228cm x diameter 162cm. Tree skirt: H26cm; top diameter 48cm; base diameter 68cm.
Weight: 18.6kg.
Number of tips: 1,754 tips.
Number of lights: N/A.
Any extras included? It comes with a wicker tree skirt.
Delivery: Free for orders to UK over £30, or £7.95 for next-day delivery.6ft Pre Lit Grand Spruce Christmas Tree
GLAMOUR's review: Traditional in design, this artificial Christmas tree – which comes in three parts for easy assembly – is one of The White Company's bestsellers. Not least because it comes pre-lit with 390 warm-white LED lights with multiple settings that include flickering, softly glowing and shining bright. It's ideal for living rooms and hallways, and has new memory flex branches which make putting it up a breeze. In short: the branches and tips fall into place when taken out of the packaging, without you having to arrange each and every one.
Heights available: 6ft.
Dimensions: Tree: H182cm x D135cm.
Weight: 9.8kg.
Number of tips: 1,559.
Number of lights: 390 LED lights.
Any extras included? N/A.
Delivery: Free for orders to UK over £30, or £7.95 for next-day delivery.6ft Pre-Lit Snowy Christmas Tree
GLAMOUR's review: Bring a beautiful festive flourish to your home this Christmas with this 6ft pre-lit snowy tree. M&S' iteration features memory wire branches, snow-effect tips, and warm-toned lights for a cosy glow. It also includes a quick-assembly metal stand for easy setup. Dreamy.
Heights available: 6ft.
Dimensions: H182.8cm x D109.2cm.
Weight:
Number of tips: 527.
Number of lights: 200.
Any extras included? Stand included.
Delivery: Free over £60.Save when you shop for the best artificial Christmas tree with these Marks and Spencer promo codes.
GLAMOUR's review: Compact enough to sit atop tables, this 3 foot tree doesn't take too much space but injects tonnes of festive joy into your room. It comes fitted with LED lights, is easy to assemble, and is fitted with a timer to prevent energy wastage.
Heights available: 3ft.
Dimensions: Tree: H90cm x D80cm approx.
Weight: 3.24kg.
Number of tips: 161.
Number of lights: 90 warm white micro dots lit, 6-hour timer.
Any extras included? Wicker basket. Requires 3 x AA batteries (batteries not included).
Delivery: Free for orders to UK over £30, or £7.95 for next-day delivery.
GLAMOUR's review: Christmas décor doesn't always have to follow the classic route of string lights and shiny baubles. For a fresh take that still pays homage to tradition, this grey ombre design could be the perfect choice to switch things up.
Heights available: 6ft.
Dimensions: H97.79cm x D20cm.
Weight: 4kg.
Number of tips: 750.
Number of lights: N/A.
Any extras included? Stand included.
Delivery: Pay online; collect in-store within 7 days depending on your postcode.Save when you shop for the best artificial Christmas tree with these Argos promo codes.
7ft Sherwood Real Look Full Christmas Tree
GLAMOUR's review: Granted, Very.co.uk might not be the first place you'd think to look on your quest for the best artificial Christmas tree, but there are some really solid options. For those on the hunt for something a little bigger - 7ft, to be exact - this one has great reviews. It's crafted with an impressive 2,708 tips which give it a full and realistic look, and the hinged branches mean they're easy to manoeuvre when you're decorating. The one thing worth noting is how wide this tree is in comparison to some other 7ft trees on the market. Some reviewers had to send it back due to lack of space.
Heights available: 7ft.
Dimensions: Tree: H210cm x D147cm.
Weight: N/A.
Number of tips: 2,708.
Number of lights: N/A.
Any extras included? N/A.
Delivery: Standard delivery £3.99. Delivered to your home or nominated address usually within 3-5 working days.Save when you shop for the best artificial Christmas tree with these Very.co.uk promo codes.
Habitat 6ft Mixed Tip Upswept Christmas Tree
GLAMOUR's review: If you’re dreaming of a tree that brings all the festive feels without the faff, this natural-looking upswept beauty is the one. With its classic deep green needles and soft brown branches, it nails that “just-cut” look – minus the pine needles in your carpet. Assembly’s a breeze (just slot, lower, and fluff), and the result is a lush, full-bodied tree that looks stunning bare or loaded with baubles.
Heights available: 6ft.
Dimensions: H110.49 x W32.38 x D32.38cm.
Weight: 8kg.
Number of tips: 1,951.
Number of lights: N/A.
Any extras included? Stand included.
Delivery: Next day delivery available.GLAMOUR's review: Available in four light options – unlit, clear LED, colour and clear LED bulbs, or twinkly light snow – this Balsam Hill tree infuses your home with the majesty and elegance of the world-renowned Royal Blue Spruce. Team with a matching garland or wreath for a cohesive scheme this festive season.
Heights available: 4ft, 5ft, 6ft, 7ft, 8ft.
Dimensions: 7' x 47" based on the 7 foot.
Weight: N/A.
Number of tips: 1,897.
Number of lights: 700.
Any extras included? Premium tree stand with scratch-proof rubber feet, off-season storage bag(s), protective gloves for use while shaping your tree, extra bulbs.
Delivery: Free standard delivery on all UK orders.
MOYSES STEVENS Premier Nordmann Fir Grade
GLAMOUR's review: If only the scent and fullness of a real tree will do, make a beeline for this Nordmann Fir from Moyses Stevens. Standing at an impressive seven feet tall, it’s the crème de la crème of Christmas trees – think glossy green needles that stay put (no more daily sweeping) and lush, full branches just waiting to be draped in twinkling lights and your most treasured ornaments. The only catch? It’s London-only delivery, so you’ll need to be within the M25 to bring this one home.
Heights available: 7ft.
Dimensions: Unspecified.
Weight: Unspecified.
Number of tips: Unspecified.
Number of lights: N/A.
Any extras included? N/A.
Delivery: £5.95 for standard delivery.GLAMOUR's review: With faux snow frosted tips and full enough to take centre stage in any room, this beautiful tree is one of the best fake Christmas trees for easy assembly. It’s available in a range of sizes, and despite trialing a large size, we moved it from box to bauble-ready in just a matter of minutes. Simply pop the bottom branches out from the base, and slot the top branches into the gaps. You'll then want to spend a little time fluffing the branches, et voila! Ready to adorn with tinsel. Sorry, minimalists.
Heights available: 5.5 feet, 6.5 feet, 7.5 feet, 9 feet.
Dimensions: 7.5' x 4.5' based on the 7.5 foot.
Weight: N/A.
Number of tips: 3,538.
Number of lights: 650.
Any extras included? High-quality tree stand with scratch-resistant rubber feet, storage bag, protective gloves for safe tree shaping, and spare bulbs included.
Delivery: Free standard delivery on all UK orders.Balsam Hill Noble Fir Christmas Tree
GLAMOUR's review: Balsam Hill's Noble Fir artificial Christmas tree features thick, lush, and long green branch tips, for an incredibly realistic appearance. The tree is crafted from moulds of fresh clippings from live Abies Nobilis, capturing the slender stems and silver-green tips of this Pacific Northwest native species. Adorn it with string lights, and pinecones to bring out its natural beauty.
Heights available: 7ft.
Dimensions: H213cm x W117cm x D127cm approx.
Weight: N/A.
Number of tips: 1,985.
Number of lights: 700 hand-strung lights.
Any extras included? Comes with tree stand, on/off foot pedal, storage bag, protective gloves and extra bulbs.
Delivery: Delivery details at checkout.
How to choose the best Christmas tree:
There are a few things to consider when shopping for an artificial Christmas tree.
- Firstly, you'll obviously want to consider the cost. There's a range of fake Christmas trees on the market for your best Christmas transformation yet, from unlit Christmas trees to mini Christmas trees, pop-up Christmas trees with hinged branches and trees to suit small spaces. Generally speaking, the size and addition of any fairy lights or similar will be the two factors that make it more or less expensive. You can get a tree for as little as £20, but for the sustainability reasons listed below, you should invest more if you can. PSA: those more expensive Christmas trees do tend to look more lifelike.
- Whether you're buying an artificial Christmas tree with PVC or PE needle tips is another important factor to consider on your quest to transforming your living room into an *actual* winter wonderland. PE tips are better because they're moulded to look like real needles. That said, they are more expensive.
- Lastly, consider the tip count. Artificial Christmas trees with a high tip count will look fuller and therefore more realistic.
How to choose the right size Christmas tree for your space:
Today's artificial Christmas trees come in all shapes and sizes, from three-foot right up to nine. Before you place an order, be sure to measure the space in which you want it to go. In the middle of the room? In the corner? Down the side of the sofa? In your hallway? Knowing its placement will ensure you know how much space you have to play with.
Making a statement is important, but you don't want to go for something too big which will end up squashed and shrivelled. Check the width of the tree you're buying at its widest point to be the most accurate. Also, height is key. You'll want something which is around six inches lower than your ceiling height, to give space for a Christmas tree topper.
The most popular artificial Christmas tree size is between 6 and 7 feet – and this tends to suit most living rooms.
Is an artificial Christmas tree more sustainable than a real one?
Not strictly, but there are pros and cons to both real and fake Christmas trees. Artificial Christmas trees have a large carbon footprint, because they tend to be made outside of the UK and flown (or shipped) over. They’re also made from materials like metal polyethylene and PVC which aren’t biodegradable and may be left in landfill.
That considered, real Christmas trees have to be re-grown, re-transported and re-disposed of every year, so if you keep your fake Christmas tree for at least ten years then it will become more sustainable than something real. Our advice? Consider spending a little more on a beautiful, realistic artificial Christmas tree by a brand like The White Company which you can adorn with personalised Christmas baubles for years to come.
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