Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) vs Puleo International RTS1-26
Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft)
The short answer
Puleo International RTS1-26 comes out ahead overall with 7.6/10 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 safety & materials and value. Puleo International RTS1-26 is stronger on ease of setup & takedown, water capacity & refilling and build quality & durability. At current verified prices, the Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) costs about $28.09 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 Puleo International RTS1-26 if: Owners of 7–7.5 ft prelit artificial trees who want a rotating stand with power pass-through.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) | Puleo International RTS1-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Stability & grip | 7.3Barely moved an inch in Reviewed's impact test, but it is a light plastic stand rated only to 8 ft. | 7.5Reviewed calls it sturdy with added weight but gives no impact figure. Poles outside the fittings can sit crooked. |
| Ease of setup & takedown | 7.5Quick-release ratchet bolts speed up locking and takedown. Assembly takes an average amount of time. | 8.3Drop the pole in and tighten the set screws. Reviewed called setup easy. |
| Water capacity & refilling | 6.51.3 gal with no indicator, which suits trunks up to about 5 in. | 7.5Scored on pole fit: three adapter rings cover 1.25–1.75 in poles, which is most but not all trees. |
| Build quality & durability | 6.5Polypropylene with galvanized hardware, so it won't rust, but plastic limits its lifespan. | 7.0Metal with flame-retardant plastic. The motor is the likely wear point, and we found no owner failure data. |
| Safety & materials | 7.0Rust-resistant. Larger trunks need daily water checks. | 6.0Flame-retardant material per Bob Vila, but no UL/ETL listing confirmed for a powered stand. |
| Value | 8.5About $35 with a quick-release feature. | 7.8$63 for rotation plus power pass-through is fair. |
Specifications
| Spec | Cinco (Good Tidings) Express C-152E (8 ft) | Puleo International RTS1-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Tree type | Live | Artificial |
| Stand type | Plastic bolt stand | Rotating electric |
| Securing mechanism | Quick-release push-pull ratchet bolts + 3 galvanized pins | Pole adapter rings with set screws |
| Max tree height | 8 ft | 7.5 ft |
| Max trunk / pole diameter | 6 in | 1.75 in |
| Water capacity | 1.3 gal | — |
| Water-level indicator | No | No |
| Primary material | Polypropylene plastic with galvanized steel spikes and bolts | Metal and flame-retardant plastic |
| Stand weight | 3.25 lb | — |
| Rotating | No | Yes |
| Built-in outlets | No | Yes |
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 →Puleo International RTS1-26
Pros
- Power pass-through for prelit trees
- Handles trees up to about 80 lb
- Adapter rings for three pole sizes
- Slow, steady rotation
- Easy setup
Cons
- Artificial trees only
- One speed
- Poles outside the included fittings can sit slightly crooked
- No stability figure published
The pick for artificial-tree owners who want rotation. It is not a substitute for a live-tree stand.
Full Puleo International RTS1-26 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.