Budget picks
Best Cheap Full-Length Mirrors
By Joan Bardot · Updated
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A cheap full length mirror is one of the first things people buy for a new place, and one of the first things they replace, usually because it was too narrow, the stand wobbled or the reflection rippled. All five mirrors here are in the budget tier and all five avoid those problems: aluminum frames, safety backing on the glass, and a stand that folds away.
I have used every one of them, and they suit a first apartment, a dorm room, a kid's bedroom or a rental where you cannot drill. If you can spend more for a wider mirror, an oversized one or built-in light, see my full list of the best full-length floor mirrors.
My top picks
- Editor's choice
Best Overall Budget
Aidoly 16x59 Arched Floor Mirror
- Budget
- 16 x 59 in
- Arched
- 3 mm nano, explosion-proof
Keep in mind: 16 inches wide: tight for a long coat
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Best Wider Budget Mirror
- Budget
- 21 x 56 in
- Rounded corners
Keep in mind: 56 inches tall: lean it a little for taller users
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Best Fold-Flat Stand
- Budget
- 15 x 56 in
- Rectangular
Keep in mind: 15 inches wide
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Cheap Full Length Mirrors Compared
All five are budget tier. Sizes are width by height from each maker's listing.
| Budget Mirror | Aidoly 16x59 Editor's Choice | BEAUTYPEAK 56x21 | TRAHOME 56x15 Black | TRAHOME 56x15 Gold Arched | Delma Arched |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product |  |  |  |  |  |
| Size (W x H) | 16 x 59 in | 21 x 56 in | 15 x 56 in | 15 x 56 in | 15 x 56 in |
| Shape | Arched | Rounded corners | Rectangular | Arched | Arched |
| Glass | 3 mm nano, explosion-proof | Explosion-proof float | HD float, explosion-proof | 5 mm float, explosion-proof | HD float, explosion-proof |
| Frame | Aluminum, black or gold | Aluminum, 3 colors | Aluminum, black | Aluminum, gold | Aluminum, black |
| Placement | Stand, lean, wall | Stand, lean, wall hooks | Stand folds flat | Stand hides when hung | Wall anchors included |
| Best for | All-round budget buy | Seeing a whole outfit | Renters, entryways | Warm, decorative look | Arch on the smallest spend |
| Price tier | $ | $ | $ | $ | $ |
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Editor's Choice
Aidoly 16x59
- Best for
- All-round budget buy
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- Size (W x H)
- 16 x 59 in
- Shape
- Arched
- Glass
- 3 mm nano, explosion-proof
- Frame
- Aluminum, black or gold
- Placement
- Stand, lean, wall
- Price tier
- $
BEAUTYPEAK 56x21
- Best for
- Seeing a whole outfit
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- Size (W x H)
- 21 x 56 in
- Shape
- Rounded corners
- Glass
- Explosion-proof float
- Frame
- Aluminum, 3 colors
- Placement
- Stand, lean, wall hooks
- Price tier
- $
TRAHOME 56x15 Black
- Best for
- Renters, entryways
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- Size (W x H)
- 15 x 56 in
- Shape
- Rectangular
- Glass
- HD float, explosion-proof
- Frame
- Aluminum, black
- Placement
- Stand folds flat
- Price tier
- $
TRAHOME 56x15 Gold Arched
- Best for
- Warm, decorative look
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- Size (W x H)
- 15 x 56 in
- Shape
- Arched
- Glass
- 5 mm float, explosion-proof
- Frame
- Aluminum, gold
- Placement
- Stand hides when hung
- Price tier
- $
Delma Arched
- Best for
- Arch on the smallest spend
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- Size (W x H)
- 15 x 56 in
- Shape
- Arched
- Glass
- HD float, explosion-proof
- Frame
- Aluminum, black
- Placement
- Wall anchors included
- Price tier
- $
Cheap Full Length Mirror Reviews
Four of these are the classic 15 or 16 inch budget width; the BEAUTYPEAK is here because it is the one cheap mirror I would hand to someone who wants to see a whole outfit at once.
Editor's choice · Best Overall Budget
Aidoly 16x59 Arched Floor Mirror
- Budget
- Size (W x H) 16 x 59 in
- Shape Arched
- Glass 3 mm nano, explosion-proof
- Frame Aluminum, black or gold
The Aidoly is my top budget pick because it gets right the details that cheap mirrors usually skip. The glass is 3 mm HD nano glass reinforced with an explosion-proof layer, and the reflection is sharp and flat. The frame is rust-resistant aluminum with a slim front profile of about a quarter inch, which is what makes it look more expensive than it is.
At 59 inches it is the tallest mirror on this page, so most adults see head to toe without having to tilt it much, and it comes in black or gold. It needs no assembly: the included bracket stands it on the floor, or you lean it or hang it.
What I like
- Tallest here at 59 inches
- Explosion-proof layer on 3 mm glass
- Very slim frame, black or gold
- No assembly needed
Keep in mind
- 16 inches wide: tight for a long coat
- No built-in light
Best Wider Budget Mirror
BEAUTYPEAK 56x21 Floor Mirror
- Budget
- Size (W x H) 21 x 56 in
- Shape Rounded corners
- Glass Explosion-proof float
- Frame Aluminum, 3 colors
Width is the first thing you give up in a cheap floor mirror, and the BEAUTYPEAK gives some of it back. At 21 inches it is six inches wider than the 15 inch models, which is the difference between seeing yourself and seeing yourself plus your bag and your sleeves.
The frame is aluminum, about a third of an inch wide, in black, gold or silver, with rounded corners that are kinder in a kid's room or a narrow hallway. A U-shaped holder stands it up and folds back so it can lean, and hooks are included for the wall. BEAUTYPEAK uses explosion-proof float glass and keeps the mirror light enough to move around on your own.
What I like
- 21 inches wide for a fuller view
- Rounded corners for kids' rooms and halls
- Black, gold or silver frame
- No installation needed
Keep in mind
- 56 inches tall: lean it a little for taller users
- Light frame: strap it if you have kids
Best Fold-Flat Stand
TRAHOME 56x15 Floor Mirror
- Budget
- Size (W x H) 15 x 56 in
- Shape Rectangular
- Glass HD float, explosion-proof
- Frame Aluminum, black
The black TRAHOME is the plain, practical one. Its built-in stand folds completely flat against the back, so the same mirror can stand in a dorm room this year and hang flat on the wall of your next apartment without a stand sticking out behind it.
The frame is aluminum and the HD float glass has an explosion-proof design to stop splintering. It is a straight rectangle, so it suits entryways, closets and home gyms as much as bedrooms.
What I like
- Stand folds fully flat for wall mounting
- Explosion-proof glass
- Plain rectangle that suits any room
Keep in mind
- 15 inches wide
- Black only in this listing
Best Gold Arched
TRAHOME 56x15 Arched Gold Mirror
- Budget
- Size (W x H) 15 x 56 in
- Shape Arched
- Glass 5 mm float, explosion-proof
- Frame Aluminum, gold
If the mirror is part of how the room looks, the gold TRAHOME arch is the one I keep recommending. The warm gold aluminum frame and the classic arch read as a decorative piece, and the 5 mm float glass is thicker than most budget mirrors use, which helps it stay flat and distortion-free.
The stand hides entirely behind the mirror when you hang it, and the black backboard has an explosion-proof layer. TRAHOME also lists a 30-day money-back period and 12 months of service, which is more than most budget sellers promise.
What I like
- Thick 5 mm glass that stays flat
- Gold arch that reads as decor
- Stand hides fully when hung
- 30-day money back and 12 months of service
Keep in mind
- 15 inches wide
- Gold will not suit every room
Best with Stand
Delma Arched Floor Mirror with Stand
- Budget
- Size (W x H) 15 x 56 in
- Shape Arched
- Glass HD float, explosion-proof
- Frame Aluminum, black
The Delma is the arched sibling of the rectangular Delma on my main list: 56 by 15 inches, black aluminum frame, HD float glass with an explosion-proof back. It is the simplest way to get the arch shape on a small budget.
Delma includes screws and anchors for the wall, which not every budget mirror does, and the aluminum frame holds up better than MDF or wood in a humid room. It also leans or stands on its own.
What I like
- Arch shape on the smallest spend
- Wall screws and anchors in the box
- Aluminum frame suits humid rooms
Keep in mind
- 15 inches wide
- Black only in this listing
How I Chose These Budget Mirrors
I kept the same rules as on my main floor mirror page and only relaxed the price:
- At least 56 inches tall, so a standing adult can see head to toe with a slight lean.
- Safety backing on the glass. Every mirror here has an explosion-proof layer or backing. In a dorm or kid's room this matters more than the frame.
- Aluminum frames, which do not swell or peel in a steamy bathroom the way cheap MDF frames can.
- Three ways to use it: stand, lean or hang, so it moves with you.
What You Give Up at the Budget End
Cheap full-length mirrors are good now, but they are cheap for reasons. Knowing them helps you pick the right compromise.
Width
Almost every budget floor mirror is 15 or 16 inches wide. That is enough to see one person standing straight, not enough to see a wide skirt or two people. The BEAUTYPEAK at 21 inches is the exception here. For 24 inches and up, you move to the mid-range on my main full-length mirror list.
Flatness
Thin glass on a light frame can flex, and a flexed mirror stretches or squeezes your reflection. Thicker glass and a rigid back help, which is one reason I like the 5 mm glass on the gold TRAHOME. Lean or hang any budget mirror on a flat surface and do not overtighten wall screws, which can bow the frame.
Stand stability
Fold-out stands on light mirrors are fine on hard floors and less steady on thick carpet. If yours rocks, lean it against the wall with the stand folded and use anti-slip pads under the base.
Light and extras
None of these has built-in light, and the frames are plain. That is the trade for the price.
Cheap Full Length Mirror Ideas for Small Spaces
Dorm rooms
Many dorms do not allow holes in the wall. A mirror with a fold-out stand, or one leaned behind the door, is the answer. If the door is free, an over-the-door mirror takes no floor space at all.
Rentals and first apartments
Lean the mirror and secure the top with a small strap into one screw hole, which is far easier to fill when you move out than a row of nails. My guide to keeping a floor mirror from sliding explains the setup.
Kids' rooms
Rounded corners and explosion-proof backing matter here. Hang the mirror rather than leaning it, or look at a glassless option in my comparison of acrylic and glass mirrors.
Small bedrooms
Put the mirror where it reflects the window, not the clutter, and it will make the room feel bigger. My notes on where to put a mirror in the bedroom go through the options.
Keep reading: Our full floor mirror picks · Best over-the-door mirrors · Stop a floor mirror from sliding · Where to put a mirror in the bedroom · Cheap decorative mirrors
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