Apart from the color and style of each TV stand, you’ll want to pay attention to the material, weight distribution, and surface area of the TV stand. While it may seem excessive, some contemporary UHD panels can have stands as wide as 48-inches and can weigh up to 130 pounds. These are all important measurements to consider when you’re trying to protect an investment that can cost thousands of dollars.
Before you peruse our list and put the finishing touches on your fortress of home entertainment, make sure to check out our Smart TV crash course to make sure you’re getting the most out of the best TV stands.
Note that colors come in cherry black, distressed gray oak, espresso, espresso/Sonoma oak, and Sonoma oak. Our reviewer tested the flat black model, praising the durability and modern design.
Size: 50 inches | Weight: 60 pounds | Color: Flat black, cherry black, distressed gray oak, espresso, espresso/Sonoma oak
The VIVO’s tabletop is designed to connect to the back of your flat-screen TV with its universal mounting holes that measure between 75mm x 75mm and 800mm x 400mm. The strength-tested solid steel legs are padded and won’t scratch furniture surfaces. It can hold weights up to 110 pounds and provides a great level of support to balance your TV’s base. Due to its simplicity, it’s also one of the easiest TV stands to setup.
Size: 22-65 inches | Weight: 100 pounds | Color: Black
It fits most TVs measuring 32 to 65 inches (the stand/mount combo is actually 16.5 x 27.5 x 50.8 inches). The smart design also adds two shelves with a unique ability to swivel, so your TV can be directed up to 15 degrees in all directions by pivoting the mounting section.
Size: 32-65 inches | Weight: 88 pounds | Color: Black
The customization options also boast reasonable storage space for media consoles, DVDs, books, or decorations. Measuring 46.2 x 11.8 x 20.8, it can accommodate up to a 65-inch TV weighing up to 75 pounds. There are two options available for board thickness: the 0.6-inch eco-friendly MDF board is heavier, while the 0.9-inch eco-friendly honeycomb board has melamine facing and is easy to clean and resistant to scratches. The stand is currently available in four colors: white, black, oak, and espresso.
Size: 45-65 inches | Weight: 110 pounds | Color: White, black
The Atlus Plus may seem unsteady, but the 16 x 58.2 x 16.8-inch off-the-floor console holds flat-screen TVs up to 60 inches and is strong enough to handle up to 165 pounds. It boasts three compartments for A/V components and is capable of holding 137 Blu-Ray discs or 93 DVDs. The floating stand is manufactured in Canada and uses a CARB-compliant, laminated composite wood for a sleek finish.
Note that colors come in espresso, white and black and it includes a five-year manufacturer’s limited warranty.
Size: 58 inches | Weight: 75 pounds | Color: Black, drifted gray, espresso, white
Colors also come in cherry, black and Sonoma oak.
Size: 70 inches | Weight: 135 pounds | Color: Black, white
Jeremy Laukkonen is Lifewire’s tech generalist who’s been covering consumer technology and home entertainment systems since 2019.
What to Look for in a TV Stand
Capacity
Televisions are getting larger every day, so make sure that the TV stand you have your eye on has the right dimensions to fit yours. Also double-check that the unit can support the weight of your TV along with all of your other gadgets. Most standard TVs range from 40 inches to 75 inches in size, and should typically weigh around 50-60 pounds. If you need something heavier, you can find stands that can handle capacities of up to 110 pounds or more, though the extra durability will likely cost a bit more.
Shelving
Whether you just have a streaming box or you’ve gone all out with a collection of gaming consoles, you’ll likely need to connect a few devices to your television. Don’t forget that your TV stand will need shelving or storage space in order to fit your equipment or accessories. You’ll also want to keep an eye on how much capacity the shelves can handle, with 20-30 pounds of weight being enough to handle gaming consoles, receivers, and other devices.
Style
Your TV stand is a piece of furniture that you’ll be looking at every day. Ensure that your pick coordinates with the rest of your living room or den furniture. Plus, if you choose a stand that’s made of wood, try to select wood that’s closest in color to the rest of your room for a more cohesive look.
