A good wall mount frees up floor space, puts the screen at the right height, and keeps an expensive TV safely on the wall. These five cover almost every room: an inexpensive tilting mount, two full-motion arms, a heavy-duty tilting mount for 75- to 90-inch TVs, and a full-motion arm for screens up to 120 inches.
The best TV wall mount for most people is the Mounting Dream MD2268-LK (~$27): an inexpensive, easy-to-install tilting mount that holds the TV just 1.5 inches from the wall.
If the TV needs to swing toward a corner or pull out from the wall, get the Echogear EGLF3 (~$85) full-motion mount, or the longer-reaching Kanto PDX650 (~$180). For 75- to 90-inch TVs, the Sanus OLT7 (~$170) tilting mount holds up to 150 pounds, and the Kanto PMX800 (~$390) is the full-motion mount for TVs up to 120 inches.
There are three kinds of TV wall mount, and the right one depends on where you sit:
Whichever type you choose, check three numbers against your TV before you buy: the VESA pattern (the spacing of the screw holes on the back, such as 400 x 300), the TV's weight, and its screen size. All three are in your TV's manual or spec sheet.
| Mount | Type | TV sizes | Max weight | Movement | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mounting Dream MD2268-LK | Tilting | About 37 to 75 in | 132 lb | Up to 8° tilt, 1.5 in from wall | ~$27 |
| Echogear EGLF3 | Full-motion | 43 to 82 in | About 110 lb | Swivel, 15° tilt, 19 in extension | ~$85 |
| Kanto PDX650 | Full-motion | 37 to 75 in | 125 lb | Swivel, 15° tilt, about 22 in extension | ~$180 |
| Sanus OLT7 | Tilting | 42 to 90 in | 150 lb | Up to 12° tilt, 2.1 in from wall | ~$170 |
| Kanto PMX800 | Full-motion | 55 to 120 in | 200 lb | Swivel, 12° tilt, 31 in extension, 11 in side shift | ~$390 |
Size ranges and weight limits vary slightly between versions of the same mount, so confirm them on the listing for your TV. Our Mounting Dream, Echogear, and Sanus picks lean on TechRadar's hands-on mount testing. The two Kanto mounts weren't part of that test, so those picks are based on Kanto's published specifications and its warranty.
A simple, sturdy, inexpensive tilting mount that's easy to install. It has only two main parts, and TechRadar found it the easiest of the mounts it tested to put up. It holds the TV just an inch and a half from the wall, so it looks almost like a fixed mount, and the small tilt helps cut glare. A bubble level and mounting hardware are in the box.
Worth knowing: the tilt range is small, so it's not the one for a TV mounted high above a fireplace. Removing the TV later means pulling release straps on both sides, which is easier with a helper.
Check price on Amazon Prices change often — verify current pricing on Amazon.When you need the TV to move, this is the one to get. The arm extends 19 inches, swivels the TV toward a corner or the kitchen, and tilts down 15 degrees. TechRadar found the heavy steel brackets felt solid and secure even fully extended, and the instructions are clear. Built-in cable clips keep the wires tidy along the arm.
Worth knowing: folded flat, it still sits about 3 inches from the wall, so it's not the slimmest look. Setting the tilt takes some back-and-forth and is easier with two people.
Check price on Amazon Prices change often — verify current pricing on Amazon.A step up from the Echogear for TVs up to 75 inches. Its dual-stud arm reaches out about 22 inches, a few inches farther than the Echogear, and swivels the TV toward a corner or a second seating area. It holds up to 125 pounds and folds back to about 2 inches from the wall, so it looks tidier when it's pushed in. It comes in black or white, and Kanto backs it with a 5-year warranty.
Worth knowing: it costs about twice as much as the Echogear and tops out at 75-inch TVs. For a bigger screen, get the Kanto PMX800 below.
Check price on Amazon Prices change often — verify current pricing on Amazon.For 75- to 90-inch TVs, it's worth paying more for a heavier-duty mount from a brand that specializes in them. This Sanus holds up to 150 pounds, fits TVs up to 90 inches, and tilts further than the Mounting Dream, which helps when a big TV has to go high on the wall. It still keeps the TV about two inches from the wall.
Worth knowing: it costs several times as much as the Mounting Dream. For a TV under 65 inches, the cheaper mount does the same job. If you're shopping for a big screen, see our 85-inch and 98-inch TV guides.
Check price on Amazon Prices change often — verify current pricing on Amazon.Most full-motion arms can't safely carry an 85- to 100-inch TV. This one is built for it: Kanto rates it for TVs up to 120 inches and 200 pounds, with an arm that reaches 31 inches from the wall. It can also slide the TV up to 11 inches left or right after it's mounted, which helps center the screen when the wall studs aren't where you want the TV.
Worth knowing: it's expensive and heavy, close to 50 pounds before the TV goes on, so plan on two people for the install. If your big TV doesn't need to move, the Sanus OLT7 costs less than half as much.
Check price on Amazon Prices change often — verify current pricing on Amazon.For comfortable viewing, the center of the screen should be close to your seated eye level, which for most couches is about 40 to 45 inches from the floor. Mounting higher strains your neck over a long movie. If the TV has to go higher, such as above a fireplace, use a tilting mount and angle it down toward the seats. Our TV viewing distance calculator helps you pick the right screen size for your seating distance.