The Best TV Mounts
Can we just take a moment to appreciate what TV wall mounts have done for the world? In the past, large cumbersome television sets took up half the living room. Every afternoon, entire families would crowd around their behemoth of an entertainment center to tune in to their favorite three channels. These days, TV wall mounts help us maximize floor space and allow us to effortlessly tilt and angle the TV about the room. Here, we've compiled a list of the best of the best in TV wall mounts. Read on to discover our top five favorites, from the best inexpensive option to the premium pick.
VideoSecu MW340B2 TV Wall Mount Bracket
Keep it secure with VideoSecu
VideoSecu has acquired quite a high reputation, and it’s easy to see why. Their series of articulating arm TV wall mounts are about as heavy-duty as it gets, while their prices are affordable. This time, we chose their 37-75″ TV mount since it hits the perfect balance between strength and cost. The super sturdiness is thanks to the thick steel construction and expertly-designed bracket placement. In fact, the entire unit can extend as far as 14 inches from the wall and tilts, swivels, and rotates effortlessly. Easy to install and easy to operate, the VideoSecu is a worthwhile investment for those that want to feel secure about hanging their expensive TV high off the ground.
Pros
- Great value for the price
- Reputable company
- Easy to install
Cons
- Side to side tilt doesn’t lock in tight
Perlesmith Tilt Low Profile TV Wall Mount Bracket
Save space and money
Home entertainment centers can be really expensive. After paying up the wazoo for a flat-screen TV and surround sound speakers, many people have realized with dismay that they forgot to budget for a wall mount. Fortunately, Perlesmith offers secure TV mounts for ridiculously low prices. This pick can handle 32- to 82-inch TVs and up to 132 pounds of weight. Granted, it’s a pretty standard design, with vertical brackets that lock onto a sturdy wall base. Thus, you won’t be able to adjust the side-to-side angle, but you can still shift the TV horizontally to make sure everything is centered. Best of all, the profile from the wall is only an inch, meaning Perlesmith saves both space and money.
Pros
- Super affordable
- Anti-drop design
- Shallow 1″ profile
Cons
- Not compatible with all TVs
Echogear Full Motion Articulating TV Wall Mount Bracket
A premium mount for a premium price
Since you’re going to be hanging your TV from a precarious height, you might as well pay up for some extra security. This option from Echogear is double the price of the medium-tier mounts but offers ten times the stability. And not only is this the strongest mount on the market, but it’s also the most maneuverable. Able to tilt, swing, swivel, and extend, the Echogear Full Motion offers optimal viewing angles from anywhere in the room. Great for those that like to watch TV from different vantage points, this option adjusts smoothly and easily. Best of all, thanks to the included wall template, installation is as easy as pie. If you’ve got the extra funds, go with Echogear.
Pros
- Strong steel design
- High manoeuvrability
- Easy to install
- Built-in cable management
Cons
- Expensive
Mount-It! Long Arm TV Wall Mount with 26 Inch Extension
Swivelling to the Max!
This option from Mount-It! offers a whopping 90 degrees of swivel action, so you can mount your TV just about anywhere in the room. A popular pick in classrooms and tight quarters, the wall mount sports a 26-inch arm that sports swivel points at the wall, in the middle of the arm, and at the base of the TV mount. And if you thought that such a long arm wouldn’t be able to handle the weight of your giant widescreen, think again. Due to the heavy-duty, cold-rolled steel construction, the Mount-It! can handle up to 220 pounds fully extended. This pick is another pricey option, but for those that need high swivel action, it’s worth every penny.
Pros
- Huge swivel range
- Heavy-duty design
- Long, 26-inch extension
- Tilts up to 15 degrees
Cons
- Pricey
- Compresses to 2.25 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my TV fit with this particular TV mount?
Making sure your TV will fit is actually easier said than done. If it seems too confusing, don’t worry. As long as your TV is a name brand, such as LG or TCL, then it will likely be compatible with your wall mount of choice. All of the mounts on our list are compatible with the vast majority of consumer TVs. That being said, it can’t hurt to double-check. Search through the product listing info for the “VESA mounting patterns”. These tell you the distances between the screw holes on the mounting plate. Compare these to the screw holes on the back of your TV and make sure they’re the same.
Can I install the TV mount on my own?
The installation process for these TV mounts is relatively straightforward. However, they will require a stud-finder and some screwing. You will also be required to lift your TV in order to secure it to the mount. Thus, if you have a particularly heavy television set, you may want to get the help of another person or a professional.
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