Upgrade your space with these TV wall mounts.
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If you’ve just purchased a new flat-screen TV or want to update your space, a TV wall mount is a great tool to consider. Beyond the aesthetically sleek value of a mounted TV, it can also be a great way to optimize the space in your home.
“A TV can be mounted on almost any wall, as long as you’re able to locate the studs and use the appropriate hardware for each type of stud,” says Dustin Houston, a TaskRabbit expert who specializes in mounting.
To find the best TV wall mounts, we evaluated several styles based on their type, tilt, and VESA patterns. We also consulted Houston on what to look for when shopping for the best TV wall mounts.
What We Researched
We evaluated several TV wall mounts on their type, tilt, and VESA patterns, as well as the size and weight of the televisions they can support.
Best Overall: Echogear Tilting TV Mount
Why You Should Get It
This option is easy to install and has a wide range of television compatibility.
Keep in Mind
It has a smaller clearance between the wall and the TV, which makes it difficult to access the back of the TV.
Overall, our favorite TV wall mount is EchoGear’s Tilting TV Mount. This option can be tilted in both directions, which makes it a good choice for glare elimination, as well as for people looking to mount a TV over a fireplace.
This mount can slide both left and right for easy centering on your wall. It has a weight capacity of 125 pounds and it can handle most televisions between 40 and 90 thanks to its universal design.
If it’s not level after installation, you can adjust it even after screwing it into the wall. It also has a very close profile—just 2 to 3 inches away from the wall. While the closer profile ensures a sleek look, it can make it somewhat harder to reach any plugs that you need behind the television.
Product Details: Weight Limit: 125 pounds | Mount Type: Tilt | Tilt: 10 degrees | TV Size Compatibility: 40 to 90 inches | VESA Patterns: Up to 600×400 millimeters | UL Certification: Yes
Key Terms to Know
- VESA Patterns: The VESA pattern refers to the location of the mounting holes in the back of the television.
Best Budget: Monoprice EZ Series Tilt TV Wall Mount
Why You Should Get It
It features heavy-duty steel construction, a lifetime warranty, and a UL certification.
Keep in Mind
It’s better suited for smaller televisions in comparison to other mounts.
Monoprice’s EZ Series Tilt TV Wall Mount showcases that you don’t need to make a large investment to buy a high-quality TV wall mount. This option includes features that we tend to expect from products that are far more expensive, like a UL certification for safety and reliability.
This mount is designed to handle TVs between 32 and 70 inches, and it can be mounted to any kind of wall, including brick and concrete. With a heavy-duty steel construction, this option can also support up to 154 pounds, which is substantially more than other pricier options, and it can tilt plus three degrees and minus 12 degrees.
In addition to the UL certification, we appreciate that this option also features a lifetime warranty and a 30-day money-back guarantee. This mount has less than 2 inches of clearance from the wall. While this promotes a sleek look because this mount isn’t full motion, the proximity to the wall makes accessing the back of it a bit more challenging.
Product Details: Weight Limit: 154 pounds | Mount Type: Tilt | Tilt: 10 degrees | TV Size Compatibility: 32 to 70 inches | VESA Patterns: Up to 400×400 millimeters | UL Certification: Yes
Best Splurge: Vivo Electric TV Ceiling Mount
Why You Should Get It
You can easily adjust the mount with the remote or an app.
Keep in Mind
It has a lower television weight capacity than other options
Vivo’s Electric Flip-Down Swivel Ceiling TV Mount is more expensive than other options but we think it’s worth the splurge. An included RF remote allows you to control it with ease, and it also includes programmable memory settings to streamline the process even further.
This mount works with ceilings and other flat surfaces, and it has a fold-up design, which helps promote storage and safety. The remote control has two memory settings, but if you download the Tuya app, you’ll be able to access three memory settings and control your mount right from your mobile device. It’s important to note that this TV mount works with both flat and curved televisions as well.
This option can hold televisions that are between 32 and 70 inches in screen size, and it has a weight capacity of 77 pounds, which is lower than other options. It’s compatible with 16-inch standard ceiling beams, either front to back or side to side.
Product Details: Weight Limit: 77 pounds | Mount Type: Ceiling/tilt | Tilt: 0 to -75 degrees | TV Size Compatibility: 32 to 70 inches | VESA Patterns: Up to 600×400 millimeters | UL Certification: No
Best Full Motion: Echogear Full Motion TV Mount With Adjustment Handles
Why You Should Get It
It’s compatible with almost all major TV brands.
Keep in Mind
It’s not UL-certified, unlike some other styles.
With a 24-inch extension, 98-degree swivel, and 15-degree tilt, Echogear’s Full Motion TV Mount is a versatile option. As with other Echogear mounts, this mount is designed to accommodate almost any TV brand. If you’re worried, you can simply enter your TV’s model number for a compatibility check on the company’s site.
What separates this option from other full-motion TV mounts is the included pair of adjustment handles, which makes it easier to install your TV by lifting the unit to place it on the wall mount.
This mount also provides cable management on both arms, and it can be centered after it has been installed. Although it can handle larger-sized televisions, the weight limit of 120 pounds is lower than some of the competitors.
Product Details: Weight Limit: 120 pounds | Mount Type: Full motion | Tilt: 15 degrees | TV Size Compatibility: 42 to 90 inches | VESA Patterns: Not listed | UL Certification: No
Best for Small TVs: Sanus Full Motion TV Wall Mount
Why You Should Get It
This option can swivel up to 90 degrees in both directions.
Keep in Mind
It may take up to 30 minutes to install.
Our pick for small televisions is the Sanus Premium Full Motion TV Wall Mount. Designed to accommodate TVs between 19 and 43 inches, it’s ideal for areas with less space, like a kitchen or small bedroom.
This option has a brushed metal exterior and is offered in both brushed black stainless with charcoal gray trim and brushed stainless silver with black trim.
The TV mount has a lower depth to help keep it more flush against the wall, but it can swivel easily up to 90 degrees to the left or right. It also has 15 degrees of tilt, so you can reduce glare and adjust it to the exact position that you prefer.
This pick is UL-certified and has a 10-year warranty, so you can rest assured that you are purchasing a quality product. It also features an integrated cord management system to hide away HDMI and other cables. Just note that the instructions say it’ll take about 30 minutes to install, so be sure you have enough time when setting it up.
Product Details: Weight Limit: 35 pounds | Mount Type: Full motion | Tilt: 15 degrees | TV Size Compatibility: 19 to 43 inches | VESA Patterns: Up to 200×200 millimeters | UL Certification: Yes
Best for Large TVs: Perlesmith Full Motion TV Wall Mount
Why You Should Get It
It can adjust nearly 2 feet away from the wall and collapse to within 3 inches from the wall for convenience.
Keep in Mind
It cannot be mounted to drywall, plaster, or wallboard alone.
Perlesmith’s Full Motion TV Wall Mount is a great option for those who have larger televisions at home. It can swivel 60 degrees in both directions and can tilt plus 5 degrees and minus 15 degrees. It also has a weight limit of 165 pounds, which is the heaviest on our list.
The dual arms of this mount enable it to extend out as far as 23.62 inches, and it can collapse to as close as 3.07 inches from the wall. The result is a mount that grants you plenty of room to access the space behind the television while also being able to keep it flush with the wall.
Once this option has been installed, you can further level it 3 degrees in either direction to ensure that it’s just right. While it can be mounted in wood studs, concrete, and brick walls, it cannot be mounted to drywall, plaster, or wallboard. Additionally, be aware that it doesn’t come with extensions, so it may not fit in homes with wider-set studs.
Product Details: Weight Limit: 165 pounds | Mount Type: Full motion | Tilt: 15 degrees | TV Size Compatibility: 50 to 90 inches | VESA Patterns: Up to 800×400 millimeters | UL Certification: No
Best for Corners: Mount-It! Full Motion Corner TV Mount
Why You Should Get It
It’s versatile and can be mounted on a flat wall as well.
Keep in Mind
It can’t accommodate TVs above 63 inches.
Mount-It’s Full Motion Corner TV Mount is a versatile option that works just as well in the corner of a room as it does against any flat wall. The dual split-wall brackets help to make it a great option for corners as the separate wall plates can be installed on walls that are opposite one another. When this option is laid flat against a wall, it can extend and retract.
This mount can tilt plus or minus 15 degrees and swivel 90 degrees. In addition to its ability to conform to wherever you need it in the room, this mount also has a 132-pound weight limit as well as steel arms for ensured stability. It also comes with a lifetime warranty from Mount-It and 60 days of risk-free returns to ensure that it’s the right choice for you.
Keep in mind that this option isn’t compatible with televisions above 63 inches, and Mount-it doesn’t offer a larger size to be able to accommodate those larger TVs.
Product Details: Weight Limit: 132 pounds | Mount Type: Corner | Tilt: 15 degrees | TV Size Compatibility: 37 to 63 inches | VESA Patterns: Up to 800×400 millimeters | UL Certification: No
Best for Curved TVs: Mounting Dream MD2380 TV Wall Mount
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Why You Should Get It
It has an articulating arm that extends more than 15 inches from the wall.
Keep in Mind
It can only swivel 45 degrees in each direction.
Mounting Dream’s Swivel TV Mount is specifically designed to be able to handle both flat and curved televisions. It also features an articulating arm that extends 15.2 inches from the wall, so you can adjust the TV to your specific desires. When it’s not being swiveled, this option rests 3 inches from the wall for a flush feel.
This mount has a 99-pound weight limit, which can handle most standard curved 65-inch televisions with plenty of weight to spare. It also comes with four extension brackets, which can extend the 16-inch wall plate to be able to work with 24-inch studs.
This option can only swivel 45 degrees in both directions, which will accommodate the swiveling needs of most people but is still half the amount of swivel of other competing brands.
With VESA compatibility of 75×75 to 400×400, this option is compatible with most major television brands. Additionally, a simple three-step setup makes it a breeze to mount the TV on the wall, and it also comes with a 10-year warranty for added protection.
Product Details: Weight Limit: 99 pounds | Mount Type: Full motion | Tilt: Up 5 degrees, down 15 degrees | TV Size Compatibility: 25 to 65 inches | VESA Patterns: Up to 400×400 millimeters | UL Certification: No
The Bottom Line
Our pick for the best TV mount overall is the Echogear Tilting TV Mount for its ease of installation and wide range of compatibility.
What to Know About TV Mounts Before Shopping
Type
TV mounts come with various capabilities, so it’s important to understand them when finding the best TV wall mount for your needs. Fixed options stay where they are against the wall and aren’t able to move in any direction. These are a good choice if you plan to place your TV in a particular spot that you will watch it from and don’t need to contend with any sort of glare.
- Tilting: An option that tilts, like the Echogear Tilting TV Mount, is a good choice if your TV is mounted in a room that gets a lot of sunlight, so you can adjust it to avoid glare if necessary. The mount is also a good option if you need to mount your TV higher because you are putting it above a fireplace or something similar, so that you can tilt it down to avoid having to crane your neck to watch it.
- Full-Motion: Full-motion TV mounts, like the Echogear Full Motion TV Mount With Adjustment Handles, are great if you need to adjust the TV when more people are watching than usual or if there are multiple locations in the room that you would like to be able to view it from. Full-motion TV wall mounts provide added versatility for different TV-watching areas.
- Ceiling Mounted: Ceiling-mounted options like the Vivo Electric TV Ceiling Mount are great for people trying to maximize their space. It enables you to control the TV mount from a remote and to fold the TV up when it’s not in use.
Tilt
Tilting is an important and common feature in a TV mount, as it can help with glare on your screen. You can find a TV mount that tilts up only 5 degrees, like the Mounting Dream Swivel TV Mount, but more typical are mounts that can tilt 15 degrees in every direction, like the Sanus Full Motion TV Wall Mount.
TV Size/Weight
When choosing a TV wall mount, it’s important to consider the size and weight of your television to confirm if it’s compatible.
Smaller TV mounts tend to have lower weight limits, like the Sanus Full Motion TV Wall Mount, which has a weight limit of 35 pounds. On the higher end of the spectrum, you can find a unit like the Perlesmith Full Motion TV Wall Mount, which can handle televisions of up to 165 pounds.
VESA Patterns
The VESA pattern refers to the location of the mounting holes in the back of the TV. It is imperative to ensure that the VESA pattern of your TV is compatible with the mount that you purchase, or else you won’t be able to mount it.
Fortunately, many mounts will be able to accommodate a wide range of VESA patterns, which are measured in millimeters. For example, the Mounting Dream Swivel TV Mount can accommodate sizes of 75×75 millimeters to 400×400 millimeters.
UL Certification
A UL certification refers to a regulatory standard set by Underwriters Laboratories Inc., a global independent-safety science company. The certification confirms that the product has met specific safety standards. Several mounts on this list received the certification, like our budget pick, the Monoprice EZ Series Tilt TV Wall Mount, and EchoGear’s Tilting TV Mount, our best overall option.
Your Questions, Answered
Does it matter what brand of TV mount you use?
Choosing a brand will really come down to preference and ensuring that the product meets your needs. Beyond brand, Houston tells us that the most important thing will be to confirm that your TV mount is the proper size for your TV, so be sure to look at the side of the box or online specifications before purchasing.
That being said, Houston recommends Sanus options for their adjustability. The brand makes the Full Motion TV Wall Mount our best option for small televisions.
How much should I spend on a TV mount?
The price of a television mount depends on the brand, materials, and features. For a basic option, consider the Monoprice EZ Series Tilt TV Wall Mount, which is under $50.
If you are looking for something more high-tech with features like remote and app controllability, you can spend as much as $250, or even more in some cases, for a high-tech option like the Vivo Electric TV Ceiling Mount.
What are the benefits of mounting a TV?
To start, one of the main benefits of using a TV wall mount is aesthetics. If you don’t have a television stand or you prefer a less cluttered look, you may prefer to mount your television.
The decision to mount or keep your TV on a stand will also come down to other considerations, such as safety precautions. “For families with small children, it also keeps the TV out of reach and removes the risk of the TV tipping,” says Houston.
Can you install your own TV mount?
Though it’s not very difficult, mounting a TV on the wall does require some expertise. According to Houston, an improperly mounted TV “can fall and be destroyed, often pulling chunks of wall with it.”
Though you can hire a professional to install the mount, it will make for an additional cost.
Who We Are
This article was written by Jack Byram, a freelance writer who covers all things home-related. For this article, he spoke with Dustin Houston, a TaskRabbit expert who specializes in TV mounting, to glean expert insight into what someone should seek from a TV mount, as well as how to ensure that one is safely installed. Byram also extensively researched numerous products, making sure to include a variety of styles and prices to reach a wider audience when picking the best TV wall mounts.
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