Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) vs Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel
Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft)
Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel
The short answer
Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel comes out ahead overall with 8.0/10 against 7.3/10 for the Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft). Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) is stronger on ease of setup & takedown. Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel is stronger on stability & grip, water capacity & refilling, build quality & durability and safety & materials. At current verified prices, the Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) costs about $43.87 less.
- Choose the Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) if: Budget shoppers with trees up to 8 ft who want the fastest lock and takedown without paying Krinner prices.
- Choose the Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel if: Buyers of 9–12 ft live trees who want durable all-steel construction for about 60% of the Krinner's price.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) | Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel |
|---|---|---|
| Stability & grip | 7.3Barely moved an inch in Reviewed's impact test, but it is a light plastic stand rated only to 8 ft. | 8.8Barely moved in Reviewed's impact test, with wide steel legs and four bolts. Rated for 12-ft trees. |
| Ease of setup & takedown | 7.5Quick-release ratchet bolts speed up locking and takedown. Assembly takes an average amount of time. | 6.0No assembly, but centering with four bolts is a crawl-under, often two-person job. |
| Water capacity & refilling | 6.51.3 gal with no indicator, which suits trunks up to about 5 in. | 7.8A seamless 1.7-gal bowl suits trunks up to about 6.8 in under NCTA's rule. No level indicator. |
| Build quality & durability | 6.5Polypropylene with galvanized hardware, so it won't rust, but plastic limits its lifespan. | 8.5All welded steel with a corrosion-resistant finish. There are occasional reports of failed welds. |
| Safety & materials | 7.0Rust-resistant. Larger trunks need daily water checks. | 8.0Durable steel, rubber caps that protect floors, and good water capacity. |
| Value | 8.5About $35 with a quick-release feature. | 8.5About $79 for a steel stand that handles 12-ft trees and lasts years. |
Specifications
| Spec | Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) | Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel |
|---|---|---|
| Tree type | Live | Live |
| Stand type | Plastic bolt stand | Welded steel bolt stand |
| Securing mechanism | Quick-release push-pull ratchet bolts + 3 galvanized pins | 4 eye bolts with center spike plate |
| Max tree height | 8 ft | 12 ft |
| Max trunk / pole diameter | 6 in | 6.25 in |
| Water capacity | 1.3 gal | 1.7 gal |
| Water-level indicator | No | No |
| Primary material | Polypropylene plastic with galvanized steel spikes and bolts | Powder-coated welded steel |
| Stand weight | 3.25 lb | 8 lb |
| Rotating | No | No |
| Built-in outlets | No | No |
Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft)
Pros
- Fast lock and release
- Barely moved in Reviewed's impact test
- Galvanized pins help center the trunk
- Very low price
- Rust-resistant
Cons
- 1.3-gal reservoir is small for an 8-ft tree
- Light at 3.25 lb
- No water-level indicator
- No frills
A good low-cost choice for a medium tree. Keep an eye on the water level.
Full Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) review →Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel
Pros
- Very stable in Reviewed's knock-over test
- Welded, powder-coated steel
- Wide 29.75-in leg span
- Rated for 12-ft trees
- Rubber feet protect floors
Cons
- You turn four eye bolts from under the tree
- No water-level indicator
- Some owners report snapped welds
- Clunky to handle
The best choice for a tall tree if you want steel and a lower price. Setup is slower than with the Krinner, but the stand holds well once it is tightened.
Full Jack-Post 7304 Welded Steel review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Christmas Tree Stands of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.