I was looking for a long time at different trees. I wanted a tree that was 100% real tip technology. This one has real tip technology on the outer leaves but the inside is filled with more of the tinsel type filler. But, overall it is good and adds a nice fullness to the tree. This tree fluffs out very nice and it is hard to see the trunk portion. It is also well lit. I wish it was not on continuously, but we can add a filler strand that gives the different light options to it as it is not over lit. I am thinking of buying a dimmer for this tree too. It has a plug at the top for the topper. This tree came in 2 days, I was not expecting such quick shipping. Also, I test tried each segment and all of the lights work. I can’t wait to see it all put together during christmas time this year!