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National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree vs Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in

These are not substitutes. The National Tree Company Carolina Pine is a 7.5 ft pre-lit indoor tree; the Pre-Lit Artificial Wreath is a 36 in door wreath. Buy the tree if you need a main Christmas tree for a living room. Buy the wreath if you want a lit door or mantel piece. The tree has far more owner feedback, with 4.6 from about 2,900 ratings, and its hinged PE and PVC tips look fuller than a basic PVC wreath. The wreath rates 4.7 but from only 74 ratings, so treat that score as thin.

  • Choose the Carolina Pine if you want a tall pre-lit tree with hinged branches, realistic PE tips and a sturdy metal stand for indoor holiday decorating.
  • Choose the Pre-Lit Artificial Wreath if you need a large lit wreath for a front door, fireplace or covered outdoor display.

Prices

  • National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree: $217.12 at eBay (last seen Nov 9)
  • Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in: $38.89 at eBay (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in is $178.23 cheaper than the National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree at the latest prices (Nov 9)
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National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree

National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree

4.6(2,900 ratings)
$217.12at eBayChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Realistic PE Feel Real tips with pinecones
  • Hinged branches speed setup and storage
  • Lights stay on if a bulb burns out
  • Fire-resistant and hypoallergenic materials
  • Large 7.5 ft height with a 61 in spread
Cons
  • Incandescent bulbs run warmer and use more power than LED
  • About 30 minutes of branch shaping needed
  • Indoor use only
  • No light functions beyond constant on
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Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath

Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in

Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath

4.7(74 ratings)
$38.89at eBayChecked 23 h ago
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Pros
  • Large 36 in diameter for a door or mantel
  • Warm LED lights use little power
  • Water-resistant cord and adapter suit covered outdoor use
  • Flame-retardant PVC tips
  • Simple two-piece assembly
Cons
  • Only 74 ratings behind its score
  • PVC-only tips look less real than PE
  • Plug-in cord limits where you can hang it
  • No tree or floor display use

What separates them

National Tree Company Carolina Pine TreePre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in
Product type7.5 ft artificial Christmas tree36 in artificial wreath
PlacementIndoor floor, on a standDoor, wall or mantel, indoor or outdoor
Lighting750 clear incandescent lights, constant on, stays lit if one bulb failsWarm LED lights, plug-in
FoliagePE Feel Real tips blended with PVC, plus pineconesPVC tips on a metal frame
SetupHinged branches drop down; about 30 minutes to shapeTwo pieces interlock, then plug in
Weather useIndoor onlyWater-resistant cord and adapter for outdoor display
Owner feedback4.6 from about 2,900 ratings4.7 from 74 ratings
StorageBranches fold up for compact storageFlat round shape hangs or stacks easily

Price history

$269.00$38.89
Oct 31Nov 10
  • National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree: lowest $184.00 on Nov 5 at Amazon; $249.00 on Nov 10.
  • Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in: lowest $38.89 on Nov 10 at eBay.

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National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree

  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by elimory-0 (100% positive, 588 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $217.12Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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    Availability unknown

    $249.00Free shippingChecked 22 h ago
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  • Alpine OutletsNew

    Availability unknown

    $269.00Checked Nov 5
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  • QuillNew

    Availability unknown

    $298.99Checked Nov 5
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Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in

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    In stockSold by lisa9069

    $38.89Free shippingChecked 23 h ago
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    In stockSold by Best Choice Products

    $39.99Free shippingChecked 23 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecNational Tree Company Carolina Pine TreePre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in
SeasonHoliday, ChristmasHoliday
TypePine, Christmas TreeWreath
PlacementIndoor, FloorDoor
ThemeChristmas, HolidayChristmas, Holiday
Height7.5 ft10 in
Width61 in60 inches
SizeLarge30 in
ColorGreenMulticolor
StyleTraditionalClassic
MaterialPVC foliagePVC, Metal
ShapeTreeRound
With LightsYesYes
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SpecNational Tree Company Carolina Pine TreePre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in
Light ColorClear—
Light TypeUL-listed incandescent lights—
Number Of Lights750—
Power TypePlug-in—
DurabilityHypoallergenic, Fire-resistant—
Arrangement StyleCenterpiece—
SetupAllow 30 minutes to shape branches—
Suitable ForHoliday decorating—
Typical UsersFamilies—
Sustainability

What reviewers say

National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree

  • 4.6 / 52,900 ratings

Rated 4.6 out of 5 across about 2,900 ratings, owners generally find it full and easy to set up for the money. Complaints tend to focus on shaping time and the incandescent lights.

What people mention
  • FullnessPraisedOwners say the mixed tips and pine cones make it look full and traditional.
  • SetupMixedHinged sections go together quickly, but shaping the branches takes about 30 minutes.
  • LightingMixedThe 750 clear incandescent lights are warm, but some wish for LED and more bulbs.
  • BuildPraisedThe PVC foliage and folding metal stand feel sturdy enough for the money.

Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Wreath 36 in

  • 4.7 / 574 ratings

Owners rate it highly, praising the full look and the convenience of built-in lights. Complaints center on the cord reaching an outlet and the sparse decoration out of the box.

What people mention
  • FullnessPraisedOwners say the PVC tips make it look dense and natural rather than thin.
  • LightsPraisedBuyers like that the LEDs are pre-strung and glow evenly.
  • CordCriticisedSome say the plug-in cord is short and needs an outlet close by.
  • DecorationMixed

Questions and answers

Can I use the wreath as a Christmas tree?
No. It is a flat 36 in round wreath meant to hang on a door, wall or mantel. For a floor tree you need the Carolina Pine or another tree.
Which looks more realistic?
The Carolina Pine. It mixes PE Feel Real tips with PVC and adds pinecones, while the wreath uses PVC tips only.
Which is better outdoors?
The wreath. Its cord and adapter are water-resistant and it is rated for indoor or outdoor use. The tree is indoor only.
Which lasts longer?
The wreath's LED lights should outlast the tree's incandescent bulbs, which also run hotter. Both use PVC foliage that holds up for many seasons with careful storage.
Is the tree worth stepping up to over a basic tree?
If realism and easy setup matter, yes. Hinged branches, PE tips and lights that stay lit when one bulb fails are real upgrades over plain PVC trees.
Do the tree lights need replacing often?
Incandescent bulbs can fail over time, but the set is wired to stay lit when one bulb goes out. Check the strand each season before decorating.

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Hypoallergenic, Fire-resistant
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Christmas tree featurePre-Lit Tree—
PrelitY—
Christmas tree shapeSlim—
Light bulb typeIncandescent—
Light bulb colorClear Lights—
Light functionsConstant—
Christmas tree typeArtificial Christmas Trees—
Tree typePine—
Rec locationIndoor—
BrandNational Tree Company—
Cord length6 ft—
Weight35.9 lb—
Has nrtl listing certificationN—
Multipack quantity1—
Tree VarietyPine—
OutdoorYes—
Special OccasionChristmas—
Indoor / Outdoor Use—Indoor/Outdoor, Both
A few expected more ornaments and ribbons included.