depends on where u want your tv, a tv stand will only be 2-3 feet off the ground. a media stand can bring the tv up to above 4 feet. if ur sitting on a couch, ur gonna want a tv stand. if ur putting it in a bedroom for watching while in bed, a media stand may work. remember to keep viewing angle in mind when determining what u want. i used a media stand for my tv in my bedroom, until i had it mounted on the wall above the stand. keep in mind the weight of the tv and how much the stand holds.