Balsam Hill, Temple & Webster, Myer
It may not seem that close, but Christmas is less than three months away now – and that actually makes it a great time to get a new artificial Christmas tree before they sell out or can’t be delivered in time. Some may even be on sale – including trees from beloved Christmas tree brand Balsam Hill.
While nothing beats the smell and aesthetic of a real Christmas tree, they’re not always easy to maintain. I’m speaking from experience here – a few Christmases ago I got a potted Norfolk Island Pine that enjoyed a sunny spot in my garden when it wasn’t decorated for Christmas each year. But it grew too big to thrive in a pot, so after last Christmas I gave it to a family member who has a property where they could plant it (they grow big). It’s happy in the ground, and I’m ready for a new Christmas tree.
2025’s top artificial Christmas trees
- Best overall artificial Christmas tree: Canadian Blue Green Spruce pre-lit Christmas tree, from $979 (usually from $1399), Balsam Hill
- Best simple, pre-lit Christmas tree: Classic pine pre-lit Christmas tree, from $249.99, Temple & Webster
- Best fake Christmas tree that looks real: Deluxe Reno 210 pine tree, $379, Myer
- Best artificial snowy Christmas tree: Arrow pine flocked pre-lit Christmas tree, $499, Myer
- Best artificial Christmas tree with coloured lights: BH Fraser Fir Christmas tree with coloured lights 198.5cm, from $1549 (usually $2099), Balsam Hill
As well as being low maintenance, an artificial tree can be just as magical as a real tree once it’s decorated – and get you through many more holiday season that a cut real Christmas tree or a potted one.
So here we’ve rounded up some of the best artificial Christmas trees to suit different styles, based on design features, ease of set-up, included lights and decorations and more.
The best artificial Christmas trees in Australia
01
Canadian Blue Green Spruce pre-lit Christmas tree
from $979 (usually from $1399), Balsam Hill
Best overall artificial Christmas tree
Balsam Hill has been crafting realistic, artificial Christmas trees since 2006 and this new addition to the range in Australia evokes the kind of Christmas vibes you’d expect from many a popular festive season movie. And considering Balsam Hill is a go-to for film set designers, it’s even possible we have seen it on screen before.
With a choice of sizes starting from 183cm and classic, full branches that feature more than 1460 tips, the Canadian Blue Green Spruce is ideal for decorating with family and friends. This version also comes with 350 LED lights that connect through the (fake) tree’s trunk. So you can make it look as real as possible.
“What a beautiful tree and so easy to assemble… Christmas is such a busy time and being able to assemble this in minutes, with all the lights looking so beautiful and already in place, has already changed my life,” one customer shared in a five star review on the Balsam Hill website, where it has a 4.5-star average from over 1630 global reviews.
“Always wanted one of these trees I wasn’t disappointed can’t wait to put it up”, another customer shared in October 2025.
Height: 183cm (featured here), 213.5cm, 244cm, 274.5cm
Key features:
- Choice of sizes and pre-lit or unlit trees
- Realistic branches with 1460-4632 tips depending in tree size
- 350-1500 pre-assembled LEDs, plus extra bulbs and foot pedal to switch lights on and off
- Premium tree stand with scratch-proof rubber feet
- Off-season storage bag and protective gloves to shape tree branches
- Three-year warranty
- Free metro delivery options
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Classic pine pre-lit Christmas tree
from $249.99, Temple & Webster
Best simple, pre-lit Christmas tree
You’ll love the lush and full branches on this robust tree from Temple & Webster. It comes with attached fairy lights that are fitted with seven flashing effects and a steady light option so you can create the perfect festive atmosphere. It’s also available in four heights so there’s an appropriate size for every space.
Many reviewers have even admitted this high-quality tree “looks realistic”.
“Absolutely love this tree! It looks so full and realistic once it’s fluffed out, and the size is perfect for our living room. Super easy to assemble and sturdy too. Can’t wait to decorate it this year — it already looks beautiful even without decorations,” one customer shared in a five star review from October 2025. A best-selling tree on Temple & Webster, it has a 4.9-star average from over 330 customers.
Height: Available in four sizes — 150cm, 180cm, 210cm and 240cm
Key features:
- Choice of sizes: 150cm, 180cm, 210cm, 240cm
- 300-650 pre-assembled warm white LEDs
- Seven flashing effects and a steady option on the lights
- Low voltage IP20 transformer
- Two-year warranty
03
Deluxe Reno 210 pine tree
$379, Myer
Best fake Christmas tree that looks real
The Deluxe Reno tree from Myer is an elegant and realistic-looking Christmas tree that you can decorate yourself. Filled to the brim with dark green branches and a sturdy base, this high-quality tree is one that you and your family will enjoy for years to come.
Plenty of reviewers have even said it’s hard to tell if this tree is artificial.
“Looks realistic and full which is exactly what we wanted,” one customer shared in a five-star review on Myer, where it has a 4.7-star average from some 200 reviews.
Another person said: “Absolutely beautiful Christmas tree. The quality of the pine needles is beautiful and they look realistic. Great size and quality. So happy with my purchase.”
Height: 210cm
Key features:
- Extra lush with 951 branch stems
- Deep green colour
- Hinged branches make it easy to set up
- Free delivery options
04
Arrow pine flocked pre-lit Christmas tree
$499, Myer
Best artificial snowy Christmas tree
We may not have a white Christmas down here in Australia but pop this tree in your living room, and your space will instantly be transformed into a winter wonderland. Featuring tips with a heavy coating of faux snow and delicate lights placed throughout, this is the perfect pick for those after a snowy-looking tree.
“The tree not only looks like a real tree but was the easiest tree to put up,” one of the many five-star reviewers admitted. “It took us only minutes from start to finish! And with all the lights having snow effect they are hidden as well. We love it!”
Another person wrote: “High quality and convenient! So glad I got this. Easy to set up and it looks incredible, I’ve had so many compliments!!!”
Height: 210cm
Key features:
- Pre-lit
- Free delivery
05
BH Fraser Fir Christmas tree with coloured lights 198.5cm
from $1549 (usually $2099), Balsam Hill
Best artificial Christmas tree with coloured lights
The foliage on this Balsam Hill Fraser Fir Christmas tree features 40 tip variations that have been moulded from real Fraser fir branches – so it’s about as close as you can get to the real thing without actually buying a living Fraser Fir. It also has 920 colour and clear LED lights and built-in wiring that connects the lighting strands as you set up your tree.
“It is a wonderful tree. The colors and shapes of the needles and branches are so realistic. I was really impressed with the top of the tree- it looks just like a cut Fraser fir,” one customer shared in a detailed five-star review on the Balsam Hills website, where it has a 4.3-star average from over 4270 customers.
“We have always been a real tree family but we decided to get an artificial this year due to change in life style. As everyone says the realistic Balsam Hill trees are expensive but the quality and realism are worth it. I cannot wait to set it up this Christmas!”
Height: 198.5cm (featured), 168cm, 229cm, 274.5cm
Key features:
- Designed based on real Fraser Fir tree branches, with 2228 tips
- 920 colour and clear LED lights, with extra bulbs
- Premium tree stand with scratch-proof rubber feet
- Off-season storage bag(s)
- Protective gloves for use while shaping your tree
- Free delivery options
- Three-year warranty
06
Sherwood Christmas tree 180cm
from $94.95, Freedom
Best Christmas tree under $100
Want a classic green Christmas tree that will stand the test of time? This is the tree for you. The smallest size stands at 180cm in height, making it a great option for a smaller home. It features realistic, durable PVC tree needles and a sturdy metal base.
“Perfect for apartment living,” one customer shared in a five-star review on Freedom.
Height: 180cm (featured) and 210cm
Key features:
- Easy to pack away and store
- Realistic PVC foliage
- Can be used both indoors and outdoors
07
Jingle Jollys Christmas tree
from $71.95, Kogan
Best white artificial Christmas tree
For a different take on a classic green tree, this all-white one will bring a whole level of enchantment to your space. Adorned with 1000 PVC tips, this tree flaunts a symmetrical and compact design with bushy branches that will leave you, your family and your guests in awe — year after year.
While it only had a handful of customer ratings when we checked, all of them gave this tree a full five stars.
Height: 210cm
Key features:
- 1000 tips
- Sturdy metal stand
- Non-toxic and odour-free material
08
Deluxe Woodland Pine pre-lit Christmas tree
$199, Big W
Best tree for everything rolled into one
Set up your tree without having to wrangle tangled Christmas lights! This tree is pre-lit, meaning all you need to do is plug it in and enjoy the soft, warm glow. Just add your favourite baubles, decorations and a shining star and you’re ready to celebrate!
Height: One size, 240cm (h)
Key features:
- Pre-lit with 400 LED lights
- Free standard delivery available in metro areas
- Tree is modelled to look like a woodland pine
- 240cm in height
09
Christabelle green 2.1m artificial Christmas tree
$99, Big W
Best budget-friendly Christmas tree
This green Christmas tree comes with a high tip count for an abundant, luscious look. The metal base is also sturdy and leaves enough height underneath the branches for all of your presents.
Height: 210cm
Key features:
- Sturdy metal stand
- 1200 needle tips for a lush look
- 110cm branch width at widest point
- Easy assembly and disassembly
10
Living Fusion Holly evergreen LED Christmas tree
from $129.99 (usually $139.99), Temple & Webster
Best tree for minimal decorating
If you want glitz and glam without all the time it takes to decorate, then this Christmas tree is the ideal choice for you. With pre-lit decorations already on the branches, you need only add a couple of personal baubles and mementos before dusting off your hands and declaring it complete!
“It’s a must-buy for anyone looking into last-minute Christmas tree shopping. It’s sparkly and comes with a star topper. It was very easy to assemble and plug in. My daughter loves it and keeps the lights switched on all day,” one customer shared in a five-star review on Temple & Webster, where most (75 per cent) of the handful of reviews were all for five stars.
Height: 180cm
Key features:
- Includes: 1 x LED fibre optic Christmas tree, 1 x standard plug & adaptor, 1 x ornaments set, 1 x assembly manual
- Foliage has 230 tips
- It comes with all the ornaments included to make decorating the tree fun & hassle-free
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Pre-lit Black Silver Pine Christmas tree
$99, Big W
Best pre-lit black Christmas tree
Add some moodiness to your holiday decorations with this on-trend black Christmas tree from Big W. The dark, faux pine branches have a plush 558 tips and are adorned with 190 warm white LED lights. So all you have to do is add whatever other decorations you want for a controversially chic look this Christmas.
Height: 180cm
Key features:
- Black faux pine with 558 tips
- Pre-lit with 190 warm white LED lights
- Metal base
How to choose a quality artificial Christmas tree
A great Christmas tree should suit be easy to assemble and decorate, fit in the space where you want it and be relatively easy to maintain. So when it comes to artificial trees, here are some of the most important factors to consider:
- Height and width: To get the best tree for your home, measure the spot where you plan to place it and make sure you leave enough room around and above it. Ideally, you want a gap of about 15 centimetres between the tree branches and the ceiling and walls. Depending on the artificial tree, you may have a choice widths, such as full, slim or pencil, and height ranges for fake Christmas trees can be anywhere from tiny tabletop designs to impressive, realistic-looking trees more than 2.5-metres high.
- Branches: Hinged or hook-in branches are the two most common options for artificial Christmas trees. Hinged branches consist of just a few parts and have permanently fixed branches that are easier to set up. Hook-in branches are individually hooked into a specific spot on a central pole. They take more time to put together but tend to be less expensive.
- Lights: Do you want a tree that comes with lights or do you already own lights? Pre-lit trees can be more expensive but they will save you time and stress when it comes to assembling and disassembling. Look for trees that include additional bulbs or offer replacement lights for purchase so you can keep your tree glowing for many Christmases to come.
- Warranty: Some of the best artificial Christmas trees offer warranties, usually between around 1-3 years. This can give you peace of mind for your purchase, and also suggests the tree is designed to last. In fact, with the right storage and maintenance, an artificial Christmas tree could last 10 years or more.
A fake Christmas tree can be better if you want a tree that’s low maintenance, easy to set up and lasts for years. But if you want the authentic smell of pine or more natural materials, a real Christmas tree might be more suitable. So really, both are good choices – it just depends on what you want and what suits your household.
Some more expensive artificial Christmas trees are designed based on real tree branches and needles, including variations that you would naturally see in a real tree. They can also be made with more premium materials, which also adds to the overall price.
If you’re considering a more expensive artificial Christmas tree, you could visit a store to view it, check the return policy or even request a sample. Balsam Hill, for example, offers sample branches for $49 – and the cost is credited towards a tree if you decide to buy one.
But whether it’s worth it really depends on what you want from the tree – some people put a lot of value on having a beautiful, real or realistic Christmas tree during the holiday season, while others may not mind as much (or have the space for one).
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