A TV wall mount is one of the most popular ways to display your client’s display in the modern age. Not only does it free up space on the floor for furniture and walking space, mounting your client’s TV on a wall can also create an aesthetically pleasing art piece, especially when using a designated art TV.
Core to this installation method is the TV mount itself, and while selecting the right TV can be a monumental task, selecting the right TV mount is just as important.
The selections for TV mounts on this article have been made based off data gathered from professional AV installers gathered during our CE Pro 100 brand analysis, which looks at the brands the top 100 AV integrators are using on their projects.
As is often the case, these brands are largely being chosen due to their durability performance, flexibility, aesthetics and ease of installation, among other factors.
Main Types of TV Mounts
There are a variety of different TV mounts on the market, but outside of all the niche categories, the four main types are fixed, tilting, full motion/fully articulating and ceiling mounts. Each type differs in their capabilities, so it’s quite difficult to recommend a one-size-fits-all mount.
For instance, our pick for a fixed mount, the Chief Fit, might not be desirable in situations where regular adjustments are needed. Likewise, our pick for a fully articulating mount, the Sanus VLF728, could be complete overkill on a project where the TV can be placed at eye level in front of the audience.
For a full list of all the different types of mounts out there and all the benefits they offer, we recommend looking at our TV mount buying guide.
Our Recommendations for TV Mounts in 2025
- Fixed: Chief Fit
- Tilting: Strong Carbon Series
- Full-Motion: Sanus VLF728/Peerless AV Smart Mount
- Pull-Down: MantelMount MM540 Pull Down TV Mount
- Low-Profile: Ethereal Low Profile Mount
- Ceiling: Future Automation TV Ceiling Mount
- Motorized: Nexus 21 Model L-65s
- Outdoors: Sunbrite SB-WM-ART2-XL-BL TV Mount
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Fixed Mount: Chief Fit Large Wall Mount
Chief’s Fit Large TV wall mount is a simple, yet versatile fixed mount that, while possessing few bells and whistles, makes up for it in solid construction. The mount is designed to support displays ranging from 43 to 86 inches and has a weight rating of 200 pounds, sitting just one inch from the wall for a clean, mounted profile.
The mount also has an open wall plate design, which allows for easy cable management and positioning during installation. Additionally, a 0.75-inch post-installation leveling feature simplifies adjustments, ensuring a perfect alignment without the need for dismounting.
The mount also supports both landscape and portrait orientations, adding to its adaptability for varied display needs.
Tilting Mount: Strong Carbon Series Tilt Mounts
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Offering a little extra mobility over a purely fixed mount the Strong Carbon Series Tilt Mount provides a solid mounting base for any TV or display. Ranging in from small to large sizes, the mount can support anything from a 40- to 90-inch display. The maximum weight capacity is also up to 200 pounds.
The tilt function allows for +12° to -5° adjustments, allowing for the TV to be positioned slightly above the audience while still ensuring picture fidelity.
What sets the Strong Carbon Series Tilt Mount apart, however, is its installer-focused features. The mount includes ¾” post-installation leveling, making fine adjustments after installation straightforward and precise. The open architecture of its 11″ back plate also ensures convenient access to wiring and is compatible with VersaBox and VersaBox Pro enclosures.
Additionally, an integrated locking pull cord mechanism with magnetic cord covers keeps cords discreetly stored and ensures quick access for display adjustments.
Full Motion Mount: Sanus VLF728
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Moving into the more functional territory, the Sanus VLF728 is a premium solution for those looking for a more comprehensive TV mounting solution. It supports 42- to 90-inch TVs weighing up to 125 pounds, but more importantly, the mount offers a full range of motion for TV adjustments.
Its design allows for easy extension, tilting (up to 15º), and swiveling (up to 57º) to ensure optimal viewing angles from anywhere in the room. The mount also comes with a handy little feature to help prevent the TV from drifting when extended. When retracted into the wall, it only sits out about 2 inches, maintaining a relatively low profile.
The mount also has its own cable management system to conceal power and HDMI cables, guaranteeing a clean and organized installation.
Bonus: Peerless AV Smart Mount
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Peerless-AV’s SA771PU SmartMount is another solid pick for a full-motion TV mount designed to accommodate larger screens. This TV mount will handle anything measuring from 50 to 90 inches and weighing up to 200 pounds.
The SA771PU features an impressive extension range of up to 30.5 inches from the wall and retracts to just 3 inches, making not as low profile as some of the other TV mounts on this list, but certainly more versatile. It also has a forward tilt of 15° and backward tilt of 5°. For optimal viewing, the wall mount also includes a ±90° pivot range and ±8 inches of horizontal adjustment, ensuring the display is perfectly centered, even on 16-inch stud-spaced walls.
Adding to that, Peerless’s TV mount also has a “Hook-and-Hang” installation method that makes it easier to install overall.
Pull-Down Mount: MantelMount MM540 Pull Down TV Mount
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Since everyone these days love to hang their TVs over the fireplace, we figured it prudent to include a mount specifically designed for fireplaces. The MantelMount MM540 is a pull down mount, allowing viewers to pull down the TV when watching and raise it back up to its resting position when finished.
It has 27 inches of vertical travel, 30 degrees of swivel capability, and a 9 degree downward tilt, which you’ll generally want that extra freedom of movement for fireplace installations. What sets MantelMount apart, however, are their heat-sensing pull-down handles that change color when temperatures exceed safe levels, safeguarding electronics installed near fireplaces.
They also come with some extra customization in the form of paintable covers, which help the mounts blend into the décor.
Low Profile Mount: Ethereal LP3265
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Sitting just 30 millimeters off the wall, the LP3265 TV mount from Ethereal is a superb option for those seeking a lower profile for their entertainment system. That doesn’t compromise its capacity much, though. Being constructed from heavy gauge steel, the mount supports TV sizes from 32 to 90 inches weighing up to 176 lbs.
It is, however, a purely fixed TV mount, so once it’s in place, there’s not many adjustments that can be made. That being said, it also comes with all extra necessary mounting hardware, including a level to simplify installations.
A unique bonus to pro installers is that the LP3265 is available in case quantities of four for streamlined stocking and distribution.
Ceiling Mount: Future Automation TV Ceiling Mount
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The Future Automation CM-BLK is a premium ceiling mount tailored for 32- to 65-inch TVs, capable of being used in both indoor and marine environments. The mount is crafted with a bespoke, cut-to-order stainless steel pole and finished in sleek black paint, and it offers tilt and swivel functionality, enabling flexible and optimal viewing angles.
One standout feature is the CM-BLK’s fully concealed cable management system, allowing cables to run internally through the pole for a clean, clutter-free look. The pole itself has an inner diameter of 48mm and an outer diameter of 51mm, ensuring an ample amount of space for cable routing.
Additionally, the poles can be customized to a specific length, up to 1500mm.
TV Lift Mount: Nexus 21 Model L-65s
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While not quite a mount, TV lifts help provide an extra edge when trying to conceal the technology, so they’re definitely worth mentioning. The Nexus 21 Model L-65s Pop-Up TV Lift and excellent pick in this category owing to its compact design and quiet operation. Owing to that smaller design, it can be incorporated in a living room cabinet, office boardroom, or at the foot of the bed, among other locations.
It can support up to 100 pounds and a max TV size of 65-inches, while being able to fully extend up to 38.5 inches in 25 seconds. It also has a 360 degree manual swivel for reaching any part of the room for viewing.
The L-65s also integrates seamlessly into various control systems, offering multiple control options such as an RF remote, a Control System Integration Kit with IR functionality, and an IP control device.
Outdoor TV Mount: Sunbrite SB-WM-ART2-XL-BL TV Mount
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For all you outdoor AV enthusiasts, our pick for a solid outdoor TV mount comes from SunBrite. The SB-WM-ART2-XL-BL is a dual-arm articulating mount designed to accommodate 49- to 80-inch TV screens up to a maximum weight capacity of 150 pounds.
The stainless-steel hardware and double-layer corrosion-resistant coating make it perfect for withstanding harsh outdoor conditions. However, it’s the adjustability it provides when setting up the perfect viewing space that really make it stand out.
The mount extends out to 30 inches and has 180-degree swivel capability, as well as a tilt range of -5° to +15°, making it easy to adjust for optimal viewing angles. It also comes with a lifetime warranty, making it a solid (and well protected) investment for an outdoor entertainment area.
Installing Your TV Mount
Now that you have an idea of what you might want for a TV mount, all that remains is installation (assuming you’re not still looking for a TV). For Pros, the job is as good as done. For new entrants into the world of AV installations, things aren’t as difficult here as they might be in other places.
Installing a TV mount is a pretty straightforward process once you have determined the location, the mount and the TV you’re looking to install, mainly consisting of locating the set of wall studs you’re looking to connect to and drilling into each one to attach the mount before ultimately affixing the TV. For a more detailed walkthrough of the process, however, be sure to check out our TV mount installation guide.
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