The taller tree is better, imho. It shipped in a huge box, that should have been padded inside, but was not.  At least the base was in a plastic bag. The box was bent at the middle, but luckily, the tree wasn't. Once it was out of that box, I let it settle. Then I opened the branches and leaves out as they should be. It looks even better than the website's or my pictures. The white is a true white, that looks radiant, especially against any dark backdrops. It is well made, and I think it is among the higher quality trees, that go for more money. The pot is a solid one, so I think it will last for sometime to come. It isn't top heavy or imbalanced. It stands  where it is put, with no wobbles. I love this tree!