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Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce vs Balsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce

Both are Balsam Hill spruces with True Needle-style realism, so the choice comes down to shape and light show. The Vermont White Spruce is the more versatile tree: it comes in full, slim and wide shapes, in several heights, with Twinkly app-controlled light effects and Flip Tree and Easy Plug options. The Classic Blue Spruce has the distinctive blue-green, silvery foliage and a denser light count for its size, and it carries a slightly lower rating from more than twice as many owners. Buy the Vermont for a room that needs a specific shape or for animated lights; buy the Blue Spruce for a big room and classic blue-toned color.

  • Choose the Vermont White Spruce if you need a slim or wide shape, a specific height, app-controlled Twinkly light effects, or the faster Flip Tree setup.
  • Choose the Classic Blue Spruce if you want blue-green, silvery needles and a full, lush canopy for a large living or dining room.

Prices

  • Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce: $349.00 at Balsam Hill (last seen Nov 11)
  • Balsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce: $122.35 at eBay (checked today)
  • Difference: the Balsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce is $226.65 cheaper than the Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce at the latest prices (Nov 11 and Nov 12)
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Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce

Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce

4.6(3,500 ratings)
$349.00at Balsam HillChecked 12 h ago
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Pros
  • Slim, full and wide shapes fit small and large rooms
  • Twinkly app and remote control light effects
  • Flip Tree option cuts setup and storage time
  • Easy Plug trunk needs only one wall plug
  • True Needle foliage reads as real spruce up close
Cons
  • Twinkly effects add complexity some owners never use
  • Slim shapes hold fewer decorations
  • Fewer owner ratings than the Blue Spruce
Balsam Hill
Balsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce

Balsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce

4.5(7,621 ratings)
$122.35at eBayChecked 4 h ago
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Pros
  • Distinct blue-green, silvery color stands out from green trees
  • Dense light count for its size
  • More owner ratings, so more real-world feedback
  • Tabletop sizes available
  • Foot pedal switches lights without bending
Cons
  • Full shape crowds smaller rooms
  • No slim or narrow option
  • No app-controlled light show

What separates them

Balsam Hill Vermont White SpruceBalsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce
Foliage lookTrue Needle tips molded from real white spruce, green and denseFlat blue-green needles with silvery highlights, layered for a soft canopy
Shapes and heightsFull, slim and wide shapes across 4.5 to 7.5 ftFull conifer shape, including tabletop sizes
LightingClear LED with Twinkly Light Show effects and a remote300 clear LED lights, 20% to 50% more than similar-sized trees
SetupStandard, Easy Plug and Flip Tree optionsStandard assembly with a foot pedal
Room fitSlim and narrow options suit apartments and hallwaysFull shape is built for spacious rooms
Owner rating4.6 out of 5 from about 3,500 ratings4.5 out of 5 from about 7,600 ratings
In the boxStand, gloves, extra bulbs, storage bag, control box with remoteStand, gloves, extra bulbs, foot pedal, storage bag

Price history

$1,499.00$199.00
Oct 31Nov 12
  • Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce: lowest $349.00 on Nov 5 at Balsam Hill; $349.00 on Nov 12.
  • Balsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce: lowest $199.00 on Nov 5 at Balsam Hill; $399.00 on Nov 12.

Prices at every store

Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce

  • EditorialistNew

    In stock

    $1,150.00+ $30.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Balsam HillNew

    In stock

    $1,499.00Free shippingChecked 12 h ago
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  • Balsam HillNew

    Availability unknown

    $349.00Free shippingChecked 12 h ago
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by hic_6496 (0% positive, 0 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $600.00+ $45.41 shippingChecked Nov 9
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Balsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce

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    $599.00Checked Nov 8
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    $799.00Free shippingChecked 2 h ago
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by makeatree02 (99.7% positive, 429 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $122.35Free shippingChecked 4 h ago
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    $399.00Free shippingChecked 2 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecBalsam Hill Vermont White SpruceBalsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce
SeasonChristmasWinter
Light ColorClearWhite
PlacementSmaller spaces, Apartments, Hallways, Home, Ind…Floor Placement
TypeSpruce, Christmas Tree—
ThemeChristmas—
HeightVarious heights, 4.5 ft, 5.5 ft, 6.5 ft, 7.5 ft—
WidthNo information, Full, Narrow, Wide—
SizeNo information, Various heights to fit any sett…—
ColorGreen—
StyleNatural cone shape—
Light TypeLED, With Lights—
Number Of Lights600—
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SpecBalsam Hill Vermont White SpruceBalsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce
Power TypePlug-in (into a socket)—
Light EffectTwinkly Light Show—
MaterialPVC, PE—
ShapeTree, Natural cone shape—
SetupStandard, Easy Plug, Flip Tree—
Suitable ForHoliday decorating—
DurabilityScratch-proof rubber feet (on stand)—
Arrangement StyleChristmas centerpiece—
Tree Variety—Spruce
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What reviewers say

Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce

  • 4.6 / 53,500 ratings

With 4.6 out of 5 from about 3,500 ratings, owners mostly praise the realism and sturdy branches. Complaints center on price, weight and the occasional dead section of lights.

What people mention
  • RealismPraisedOwners say the molded True Needle tips look like a real spruce, especially at a distance.
  • SetupPraisedEasy Plug and Flip Tree designs are described as much faster than stringing lights by hand.
  • WeightMixedThe tree feels solid and premium, but owners find it heavy to assemble and store.
  • LightsMixedLights look good, though some owners report sections or bulbs failing after a few seasons.

Balsam Hill Classic Blue Spruce

  • 4.5 / 57,621 ratings

Rated 4.5 out of 5 across 7,621 ratings, buyers generally describe the tree as full and realistic-looking, with the blue-green color standing out from standard green trees. Complaints tend to center on size and weight at larger heights and on the price.

What people mention
  • Shape and fullnessPraisedOwners say the layered flat needles make the tree look dense and natural rather than sparse.
  • Needle colorPraisedThe blue-green tone with silvery highlights is what buyers single out as different from ordinary green trees.
  • Size and weightCriticisedLarger heights are described as heavy and awkward to move and store.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a small apartment?
The Vermont White Spruce. Its slim and narrow shapes fit tight corners and hallways, and the 4.5 and 5.5 ft heights suit low ceilings. The Blue Spruce is full and wants a larger room.
Which has more realistic needles?
The Vermont White Spruce. Its True Needle tips are molded from real white spruce, so the foliage looks closer to a live tree. The Blue Spruce uses flat needles for a softer, fuller feel rather than exact realism.
Which is easier to set up and store?
The Vermont White Spruce, if you pick a Flip Tree style. It flips open and stores in one piece. The Blue Spruce assembles in sections like a standard tree.
Is the Blue Spruce worth stepping up to from a basic tree?
Yes, if you want a full, blue-toned tree that lasts many seasons. It has dense lighting and a sturdy stand, and owners rate it highly across thousands of reviews.
Do the lights work the same way?
No. The Vermont White Spruce offers Twinkly Light Show effects controlled by app or remote. The Blue Spruce uses fixed clear LED lights with a foot pedal.
Which lasts longer?
Both are built as reusable heirloom trees with PVC and PE foliage and a metal stand. The Blue Spruce has the longer track record in owner ratings, but neither has a clear durability edge.

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Christmas
With Lights—Yes
Tabletop—Yes
PriceCriticised
Buyers note it costs more than typical artificial trees, especially in pre-lit and taller sizes.