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The Best Christmas Tree Stands of 2024

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Four Christmas tree stands are lined up on grass Credit: Reviewed / Betsey Goldwasser

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Editor's Choice Product image of Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel Tree Stand
Best Overall

Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel Tree Stand

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This looks and feels like a perfect Christmas tree stand with its heavy-duty welded steel construction and is able to easily support an 8-foot tree. Read More

Pros

  • Durable construction
  • Easy installation and maintenance
  • Stable design

Cons

  • Price
  • Some users have reported welds snapping
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Editor's Choice Product image of Goliath GTS-124
Best for Artificial Trees (Traditional)

Goliath GTS-124

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The Goliath welded tree stand is the best tree stand for artificial Christmas trees. It’s sturdy in design and the legs fold up for easy storage. Read More

Pros

  • Easy to set up
  • Sturdy
  • Folds for easy storage

Cons

  • Difficult to adjust tree position
  • Only fits tree poles 1.25 inches or smaller
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Editor's Choice Product image of Puleo International RTS1-26 Rotating Artificial Tree Stand
Best for Artificial Trees (Rotating)

Puleo International RTS1-26 Rotating Artificial Tree Stand

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For a tree holiday spectacle, the Puleo International rotating Christmas tree stands, turns your tree 360 degrees to showcase every side. Read More

Pros

  • Sturdy with added weight
  • Has power connection for prelit trees
  • Easy to set up

Cons

  • Only one speed
  • Only works on artificial Christmas trees
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Editor's Choice Product image of Krinner Tree Genie Deluxe L
Easiest Set-up

Krinner Tree Genie Deluxe L

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Right out of the box, the Tree Genie makes setting up your Christmas tree a breeze—a quick, one-person job. No need to worry about it tipping over. Read More

Pros

  • No assembly required
  • One-person setup
  • Adjustable base with extendable legs

Cons

  • None that we could find
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Editor's Choice Product image of TreeKeeper Tree Storage Bag with Rolling Tree Stand
Best with Wheels (Artificial)

TreeKeeper Tree Storage Bag with Rolling Tree Stand

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To make Christmas tree stand storage a little easier, go with the TreeKeeper rolling tree stand with a storage bag that makes set-up a breeze. Read More

Pros

  • Extremely sturdy
  • Easy to move
  • Comes with storage bag

Cons

  • Adds height to trees
  • Difficult to move downstairs
  • Best Overall Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel Tree Stand
  • Best for Artificial Trees (Traditional) Goliath GTS-124
  • Best for Artificial Trees (Rotating) Puleo International RTS1-26 Rotating Artificial Tree Stand
  • Easiest Set-up Krinner Tree Genie Deluxe L
  • Best with Wheels (Artificial) TreeKeeper Tree Storage Bag with Rolling Tree Stand
  • Best Value Jack-Post Oasis 519-ST Tree Stand
  • Other Christmas Tree Stands We Tested
  • How We Tested Christmas Tree Stands
  • How to Choose the Best Christmas Tree Stand for You
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Whether your Christmas celebrations lean religious or secular, a tree wreathed in Christmas lights, smelling of fresh pine, and ladened with presents makes for a wonderful centerpiece to your holiday festivities.

For as much yuletide cheer as a freshly-cut and decorated tree can bring to your home, having one in your house can also be a hazard. A reliable, heavy duty Christmas tree stand can help keep your tree secure, fresh and full during the holiday season.

We tested some of the bestselling Christmas tree stands available to find one that'll serve you and yours well for years to come. We evaluated each stand to see if it is easy to set up, use, and can hold the tree while withstanding a solid blow.

After lifting, watering, and striking a seven-and-a-half-foot Christmas tree a few dozen times, the Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel Tree Stand (available at Amazon) is near perfect. For our Best Value pick, the Oasis 577461 Plastic Tree Stand (available at Amazon) is straightforward, made of heavy-duty plastic, and fairly secure.

If you need a replacement stand for your artificial Christmas tree, we recommend the Goliath Welded Stand (available at Amazon), which is easy to store and exceptionally sturdy.

The bottom of a Christmas tree in a green Christmas tree stand
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The heavy-duty welded steel construction, which requires no assembly whatsoever, is rugged and durable, able to easily support an 8-foot tree.

Best Overall
Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel Tree Stand

Right out of the box, our top pick feels like a perfect Christmas tree stand. The heavy-duty welded steel construction, which requires no assembly whatsoever, is rugged and durable, able to easily support an 8-foot tree.

While it’s far easier to install a Christmas tree with two people, we were able to do it solo without much difficulty. The triple spike at the bottom of the bowl holds the base of the tree trunk, while the four threaded eye bolts keep it secure and tip-free in every direction.

During the knock-over testing, the tree hardly moved at all in the stand. And, the plastic feet protect your floors from any damage if the stand does move.

Maintenance is equally simple with the Jack Post Christmas tree stand. The watering bowl extends out several inches from the tree ring, so there is plenty of room to fit a regular pitcher in. With a 1.7-gallon capacity, the stand should hold enough water for a couple of days, though you should check the water level daily.

Removing the tree was even easier than installing it. Overall, I can’t imagine a better design for a Christmas tree stand.

Pros

  • Durable construction

  • Easy installation and maintenance

  • Stable design

Cons

  • Price

  • Some users have reported welds snapping

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$105.62 from Walmart
A green and red powder-coated steel tree stand made for artificial Christmas trees.
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When your artificial Christmas tree's stand gets wobbly, turn to the Goliath Welded stand.

Best for Artificial Trees (Traditional)
Goliath GTS-124

While your artificial Christmas tree may look fresh year to year, its included stand may get warped and tipsy. The Goliath welded artificial Christmas tree stand is supremely sturdy. With eight eyebolts to secure the tree in place, along with a heavy duty powder-coated steel frame, artificial Christmas trees stay firmly in place with this stand.

Because the eight eyebolts are positioned in two layers of four bolts, it’s a bit more difficult to adjust the tree than if there was just one layer, but it does add to the stability. Plus the Goliath stand can only handle artificial trees with poles measuring 1.25 inches or less.

Despite its few design flaws, we’re impressed by the Goliath welded artificial tree stand. Its foldable legs make it easy to store and its durable design keeps it from accruing damage.

Pros

  • Easy to set up

  • Sturdy

  • Folds for easy storage

Cons

  • Difficult to adjust tree position

  • Only fits tree poles 1.25 inches or smaller

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$29.99 from Walmart
A rotating tree stand for artificial Christmas trees with a white artificial tree attached.
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The Puleo International rotating stand creates quite the dazzling display for your artificial tree.

Best for Artificial Trees (Rotating)
Puleo International RTS1-26 Rotating Artificial Tree Stand

If the holidays are all about spectacle, the Puleo International rotating Christmas tree stand is the best rotating Christmas tree stand. This stand works only on artificial Christmas trees, and once set up, will slowly rotate your tree around 360 degrees.

The stand comes with three different rings to use that will fit snugly around the tree pole and secure it into the stand, making it suitable for trees of 1.25, 1.5, or 1.75-inch diameter. At the base of the stand is a plug that you’ll plug your pre-lit artificial Christmas tree into rather than straight into the outlet to prevent dangerous tangling or tipping. Once you have the stand plugged in, switch it on and it will light up and slowly spin around.

Unfortunately, this stand only works on artificial trees, as an electric tree stand isn’t safe for a real tree that needs to be watered. Additionally, this stand only has one speed that can’t be adjusted, but we think it’s a nice slow spin that allows your guests to see every inch of your spectacular tree.

Pros

  • Sturdy with added weight

  • Has power connection for prelit trees

  • Easy to set up

Cons

  • Only one speed

  • Only works on artificial Christmas trees

$59.99 from Amazon

$59.99 from Walmart
The Krinner Tree Genie Deluxe will be the best tree stand for the most people
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Easiest Set-up
Krinner Tree Genie Deluxe L

We breathed a sigh of relief when we opened the Krinner Tree Genie Deluxe box—no assembly required. Its design allows it to handle any tree up to 8 feet tall. However, what sets the Krinner apart is that it requires only one person to set up.

This German-designed tree stand has the right combination of materials. Plastic makes up the interior and the point of contact with the tree, but most of the gears appear to be steel. Since you water your tree, too much steel isn't good for longevity and too much plastic can make a tree stand flimsy.

After placing the tree into the stand, a foot pedal tightens a steel cable and five ratcheting arms around the base of the tree. We found that this system allows for a more even distribution of pressure. During testing, we struck the Deluxe with considerable force and found the extendable legs more than enough to keep our 7.5-foot-tall tree from tipping.

If your tree is taller than 8 feet, we suggest getting the Krinner Tree Genie XXL (available at Amazon), which can handle a pine up to 12 feet tall. When we tested the XXL, it performed almost identically to the Deluxe.

Pros

  • No assembly required

  • One-person setup

  • Adjustable base with extendable legs

Cons

  • None that we could find

$104.60 from Amazon

$103.34 from Walmart
A black artificial Christmas tree stand with wheels.
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The TreeKeeper artificial Christmas tree stand makes setting up and storing easy.

Best with Wheels (Artificial)
TreeKeeper Tree Storage Bag with Rolling Tree Stand

What if setting up your artificial Christmas tree was as easy as rolling it into place? The TreeKeeper rolling tree stand with storage bag makes that dream a reality. The tree stand is designed for artificial trees and the base comes with accessories that allow it to fit trees with poles less than 1 inch and up to 2 inches. The eyebolts have curved plates on them that curve around the pole for a sturdy grip.

Despite being on wheels, this stand didn’t budge when we swung a ten pound weight from it. In fact it was by far the most stable stand we tested. The wheels lock and unlock with the press of your foot. Having wheels on the stand makes it easy to tote around in case you want to move it while hosting guests.

This stand is quite bulky and would be hard to store if it wasn’t meant to stay attached to the artificial tree year round. And it adds about 4 inches in heigh to your tree, something to be aware of if you lack vertical space.

While the wheels and storage bag make it easy to move, it may not be ideal for those planning to store your tree in a downstairs basement since the hefty, wheely stand makes it more difficult to go down stairs.

Pros

  • Extremely sturdy

  • Easy to move

  • Comes with storage bag

Cons

  • Adds height to trees

  • Difficult to move downstairs

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The bottom of a Christmas tree in a green Christmas tree stand
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If you’re looking for a basic, straightforward Christmas tree stand, then the Oasis offers a great value.

Best Value
Jack-Post Oasis 519-ST Tree Stand

If you’re looking for a basic, straightforward Christmas tree stand, consider the Oasis. Made of heavy-duty plastic, it has five threaded eye bolts and nuts to secure the tree. The base is medium-width at 19-inches, and is rated for up to an 8-foot tree.

In our knock-over tests, the stand did wobble some, but never came close to actually falling over. Just be careful before you install it each year—ensure that the plastic hasn’t cracked so that the water doesn’t leak all over your floor and presents.

One challenge with installing this tree stand are the nuts. They screw off the ends of the eye bolts easily, particularly when they’ve already grabbed the tree. If you need to adjust the positioning of the tree, don’t drop the nut when backing off any of the bolts.

This problem could be easily solved with some removable LocTite before putting the tree in.

All in all, this is a decent quality stand that should last you several years. If you’re getting less than an 8-foot tree, it's a hard value to pass up.

Pros

  • Price

  • 5 eye bolts for stability

Cons

  • Nuts fall off eye bolts

  • Users have reported cracked plastic

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$32.60 from Walmart

Other Christmas Tree Stands We Tested

Product image of Goliath GTS-728 Tree Stand
Goliath GTS-728 Tree Stand

The Goliath Christmas tree stand is a solid, high quality option made from welded steel. The 28-inch leg span provides plenty of support for trees between 5 and 12 feet tall. During our knock-over tests, the stand did wobble a small amount, but never came close to toppling over.

Assembly is quick and easy, as is actually installing the tree. Two spikes in the bottom hold the tree securely, while four eye bolts provide lateral support from each direction.

The watering bowl is a bit on the small side, with only a .9 gallon capacity. It’s also harder to access than some others, though not so much that you can’t water it. The powder coat over the steel will help to reduce the impacts of corrosion from the water.

All in all, this is a quality stand that’s easy to use year after year.

Pros

  • Welded steel construction

  • 12-foot tree rating

  • Lifetime warranty

Cons

  • Small water bucket

  • Some users report quality issues

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$59.99 from Walmart
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Tree Nest Timber Tree Stand

The Tree Nest Timber Christmas tree stand steps away from the typical green and red aesthetic of most other stands, offering white, black, and silver options instead, with beech wood legs. It requires a small amount of work to assemble, but once built, it’s easy to install a tree up to 9.8 feet tall.

This is the only stand tested where the support bolts actually pierce the tree rather than simply pressing against it. While this didn’t make a noticeable difference in our testing, we can imagine a house with rambunctious toddlers or a tree-climbing kitty would like that additional support.

This also has a narrow water bucket, able to hold up to 1.27 gallons of water. Watering is a bit of a challenge, particularly if your tree has a thicker trunk. However, it’s perfectly doable, and the powder-coated steel bucket should stand up to the water year after year.

For a less typical aesthetic, the Tree Next Timber Christmas tree stand is an excellent option.

Pros

  • Aesthetics

  • Supportive

Cons

  • A challenge to water

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Santa's Solution The "Original"

The Christmas Tree Company makes a tree stand called Santa’s Solution, and unsurprisingly, it is festively painted. We like the sturdy construction, backed with the manufacturer’s lifetime guarantee. The exterior is made of steel, while the interior is lined with impact-grade plastic. The plastic tub on the inside can hold up to 1.5 gallons of water.

Set up was fairly involved and required at least two people. Following the instructions to a T, we lifted the tree straight up to screw in a plastic base, which sits inside the tree stand. This base elevates the tree, providing stability as well as room so the tree can absorb water.

After placing the tree into the stand, the four bolts screw into place. Plastic stoppers on the tips keep the bolts from scuffing the trunk. However, it takes forever to place those stoppers, because the cylinder the tree sits in is designed to be broad enough to pour in extra water.

Pros

  • Sturdy steel construction

  • Colorful, festive design

Cons

  • Difficult, two-person setup

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$80.54 from Walmart
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Cinco Express C-152E

If you're looking for an American-made Christmas tree stand that just gets the job done, then you should check out the Cinco Express C-152E. We particularly like the bolts, which have handles that save fingers from endless twisting.

After setting up the tree, our testing showed this stand excels at stability. When struck, it barely moved an inch. The bottom has a lattice texture to help the stand grip the floor.

This tree stand is low maintenance. It can hold up to 1.3 gallons of water, so for an 8-foot-tall tree, you should only have to water it every one to three days. The majority of the construction is plastic, save for the galvanized steel spikes on the bottom and the bolts.

The assembly difficulty of this Christmas tree stand is on par with others on this list.

Pros

  • Simple bolt based design with handles

  • Great stability

  • Low maintenance

Cons

  • Average assembly time

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$18.15 from Walmart
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Bloem Family Christmas Tree Stand

Aesthetically, the Bloem Treefam Christmas tree stand was one of our favorites, with a white bucket and cylindrical wooden legs.

However, in reality the legs simply aren’t very stable. Held into the steel slots with nothing but pressure screws, they flex easily. There’s no doubt that over time they will snap.

Additionally, this is the only Christmas tree stand that we were able to knock over, and it didn’t take much effort at all. Unfortunately, as good as this stand looks, it’s just not stable enough, particularly not for homes with kids or pets.

Pros

  • Aesthetics

Cons

  • Stability

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Product image of L.L. Bean TA503068 Heirloom Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand
L.L. Bean TA503068 Heirloom Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand

The John Wright company produced the L.L. Bean Heirloom Christmas tree stand, featuring a completely cast iron frame. While this tree stand feels nigh indestructible, it didn't hold onto our Christmas tree well during testing. As a side note, some consumers may take issue with the cast iron: It weighs around 20 pounds; we wouldn't want to lug it in and out of the attic every Christmas.

The stand relies on a stout spike in the middle. To keep the tree stable, you should bore about a half-inch hole in the bottom of your tree. Many stands utilize some sort of impaling measure, but few require the use of a drill.

This tree stand also has a shallow design. The bolts grip the trunk at around the four-inch mark, which is not a lot of purchase. When struck, the tree listed to one side. The website says that it can handle an 8-foot tree, but I wouldn't put anything nearly that tall in this one.

Pros

  • Seems fairly indestructible

Cons

  • Shallow, unstable design

  • Will probably require some drilling

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How We Tested Christmas Tree Stands

The Testers

Hi, I’m Jean Levasseur. I’m a former conveyor mechanic, current property manager, and hobbyist woodworker, in addition to being a writing instructor at a local university. I come from a family of tool-users—my grandfather was a carpenter, my father owned an excavation company, and my mother was a mechanic.

I’m Samantha Mangino, a staff writer here at Reviewed. I’ve tested a boatload of household goods from trash bags to steam irons. I'm especially passionate about the holiday season and have written about DIY-décor like dried orange garland and hoop wreaths.

And, I’m Jon Chan, the senior lab manager at Reviewed. Over the years I’ve worked here, I’ve tested everything from pocket knives to pressure washers.

The Tests

A poorly designed tree stand can loose its grip on a tree.
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If you get a bad tree stand, this could happen to you.

We organized our testing in three phases: assembly, usage, and stability.

During the assembly stage, we set up the stands without looking at the instructions first, because a Christmas tree stand should last from season to season for years. Since their instructions will inevitably get lost, intuitive design is a must.

We tested using a 7.5-foot-tall live tree for Christmas tree stands made for real trees. When it came to testing artificial tree stands, we used artificial trees also measuring 7.5 feet tall.

Our usage testing included placing the tree into the stand and securing it. We assigned scores based on how long it took and how arduous the task was. We also made note of how easy it was to water (the real trees) and remove the tree from the stand.

Finally, we tested the tree stands for both artificial and real trees in the same way, with a few tweaks. For real trees, with the tree all snug, we struck different parts of the tree using a 10-pound weight hanging from a 3-foot length of cord attached to an adjustable frame. To keep the force consistent, we pulled the cord back until it was at a 45-degree angle and let gravity do the rest. After each swing of the weight, we measured how far each stand was pushed back. Throughout our tests we kept the water level for our tree at three quarts—the amount needed to water our tree for a day.

When testing stands for artificial Christmas trees, we followed much of the same procedures. We examined the set-up of each stand and the experience of securing artificial trees into the stand. Plus we ran the same test using the 10 pound weight to measure stability. However, we did not test for water levels since that’s not necessary with fake trees. Instead, we tested special features (like rotating stands) and the versatility of the stands to hold tree poles of multiple diameters.

How to Choose the Best Christmas Tree Stand for You

How Do You Know The Right Size?

A christmas tree in a stand stands in a yard
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Tree stands are designed for trunks of a certain length and diameter.

Tree stands are designed for trunks of a certain length and diameter. Typically, you use a tree stand designed for a taller tree on a smaller one. The exception is when the trunk is too narrow. For example, a tree stand designed to take a 12-foot tree may only take a trunk down to three inches in diameter, any smaller and you risk it falling over.

The real problems happen when you get a tree stand that's too small. More often than not, your Christmas tree will fall over the moment it goes in. We recommend you follow the sizing instructions from the manufacturer.

When purchasing a stand for an artificial Christmas tree, measure the diameter of your tree’s center pole first. Typically, fake trees range in diameter from 1.25 to 1.75 inches. Many stands come with pieces of hardware to adjust the stand to fit your tree, while other stands only suit one size.

What Should You Do Before You Put A Christmas Tree In A Stand?

When a tree gets cut down, sap hardens at the base and forms a sort of cap that prevents water absorption. To keep your Christmas tree alive, cut about half an inch from the tree when you get it home. If your stand has a long spike in the middle, this is also the time to bore a pilot hole.

After cutting the base, you should remove the netting and inspect the tree for critters. Christmas trees are grown outdoors, becoming homes for any number of insects. Common hitchhikers include spiders and beetles. Give a good shake and a thorough eyeballing with the aid of a flashlight before the tree enters your home.

Artificial trees don’t require as much prep as real trees do. However, artificial trees are susceptible to growing mold just like real trees are. After they’ve been in storage for a year, we recommend cleaning it with water and vinegar to freshen it up.

Where Should You Place Your Tree and How Much Should You Water It?

A person pours water from a clear pitcher into a christmas tree stand
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Our usage testing included placing the tree into the stand and securing it. We assigned scores based on how long it took and how arduous the task was. We also made note of how easy it was to water and remove the tree.

Avoid placing your Christmas tree near heat sources like radiators or sunward windows. While it looks nice, placing your tree next to a fireplace is a surefire way to turn your evergreen forever brown, and potentially light it on fire.

According to the National Christmas Tree Association, the general rule of thumb is one quart of water for each inch of the trunk's diameter. Our tree had a three-inch trunk so we added three quarts of water per day.

A big perk of artificial trees is that they don’t require any water and are generally low maintenance. However, fake trees still have lights and cords dangling down, so be sure to place your tree in a spot close to an outlet to avoid tripping hazards.

Meet the testers

Jonathan Chan

Jonathan Chan

Senior Manager of Lab Operations

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Jonathan Chan currently serves as the Lab Manager at Reviewed. If you clean with it, it's likely that Jon oversees its testing. Since joining the Reviewed in 2012, Jon has helped launch the company's efforts in reviewing laptops, vacuums, and outdoor gear. He thinks he's a pretty big deal. In the pursuit of data, he's plunged his hands into freezing cold water, consented to be literally dragged through the mud, and watched paint dry. Jon demands you have a nice day.

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Jean Levasseur

Jean Levasseur

Contributor

Jean Levasseur became a professional writer over a decade-long career in marketing, public relations, and technical writing. After leaving that career to stay home to care for his twin boys, Jean has continued to write in a variety of freelance roles, as well as teaching academic writing at a local university. When he's not reviewing tools or chasing toddlers around the house, he's also an avid fiction writer and a growing woodworker.

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Samantha Mangino

Samantha Mangino

Staff Writer, Home

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Samantha Mangino is a self-proclaimed homebody. Conveniently she is a home staff writer at Reviewed, covering cleaning, appliances, furniture, and home furnishings and décor. She knows her way around a house and has tested everything from furniture, sponges, steam irons, to Legos. She’s always on the hunt for the latest internet trends and wants to help make your home cleaner and cozier.

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