The best tablecloths you can buy

Why you'll love it: Looking for a simple, reliable, and low-cost tablecloth at a low cost? The LinenTablecloth Polyester Tablecloth with Rounded Corners is about to become your go-to.

Inexpensive tablecloths are a dime a dozen, but it's worth spending a bit more to get one with decent quality if you want it to last. The LinenTablecloth Polyester Tablecloth with Rounded Corners costs less than $15 and comes highly-rated by Amazon customers.

Available in six colors, this tablecloth will work with just about any decor, and its simple design and low price tag make this a great pick for events. Better yet, it's resistant to stains and wrinkles — two of the most irritating things to deal with when it comes to table linens. Simply toss it in the washing machine.

Rounded corners give the 100% spun-polyester tablecloth a slightly fancier feel, without making it seem too fussy for casual occasions. Of the 2,000 Amazon reviews, 71% gave it 5 stars. However, a few reviewers noted the tablecloth isn't a true rectangle, but oval.

Pros: Stain- and wrinkle-resistant, inexpensive, comes in 6 colors, available individually or in packs of 6

Cons: No patterns or different materials available

Buy the LinenTablecloth Polyester Tablecloth with Rounded Corners for $13.07 on Amazon

Why you'll love it: The Lenox Laurel Leaf Table Linen Collection tablecloths provide a more formal backdrop to your table setting without drawing too much attention to themselves.

The Lenox Laurel Leaf Table Linen tablecloth adds an elegant look to a dining room table. With its laurel leaf pattern, it's a good choice for a fancy event or formal dining room setup.

Macy's describes it as "a symbol of victory, Lenox's Laurel Leaf table linens bring honor to any home." The Olympic allusion is a bit over the top, sure, but the damask (cotton and poly blend) tablecloth has a grid of laurel leaves set on a subtly striped background. It comes in three tasteful colors — ivory, platinum, and white — and four sizes.

More importantly, the linens are highly rated on Macy's website, with 131 5-star reviews. "This silver diamond cloth did not disappoint," wrote one customer. "It looks wonderful with china and crystal as well, without detracting with gaudy patterns." It's also recommended by The Kitchen Professor.

Pros: Elegant laurel leaf pattern, damask fabric, high-quality look

Cons: Expensive, only available in one pattern

Buy the Lenox Laurel Leaf Table Linens starting at $54.99 (originally $80) from Macy's

Why you'll love it: The Benson Mills Spillproof Fabric Tablecloth is made of stain-resistant fabric, and it looks good too.

A spill-proof tablecloth sounds too good to be true, but that's what this Benson Mills product is. Made from 100% polyester, it prevents spilled beverages — even wine, it claims — from absorbing into the material. Instead, they "bead up [and] can be quickly wiped clean with a sponge or napkin," per the description. Sounds like a godsend for those who have kids.

The Benson Mills tablecloths are actually attractive, unlike the ugly plastic versions that I usually think of when I hear "spill-proof" and "tablecloth" in the same sentence. They come in a bunch of colors, including sage, brick, and gold, to match just about any decorating scheme. However, the patterning may not suit everyone's tastes.

This is a great option for parties because of the durable fabric and the range of colors. The fact that it costs less than $20 (for the 60-by-104-inch option) doesn't hurt, either. With over 1,000 Amazon views and a 4.3-star rating, Benson Hills is customer-approved and recommended by The Kitchen Professor and The Spruce.

The Benson Mills Spillproof Fabric Tablecloth is also available in other sizes.

Pros: Spill proof, nice fabric, comes in several colors, inexpensive

Cons: 100% polyester and pattern may turn off some

Buy the Benson Mills Spillproof Fabric Tablecloth (60-by-104 inches) for $17.92 on Amazon

Why you'll love it: The DLL Spring & Summer Outdoor Tablecloth is waterproof and even has an opening for an umbrella, making it ideal for summer barbeques and outdoor parties.

Outdoor table settings require a different kind of tablecloth. Sure, if you're planning something fancy outdoors (like a wedding) and you're 99.9% certain it isn't going to rain, maybe you can risk using the good linens. But for barbeques and other casual gatherings, you want the DLL Spring & Summer Outdoor Tablecloth.

First of all, it's totally waterproof, which will come in handy when you're enjoying some fresh watermelon and juicy burgers, and suddenly there's a downpour — you'll wish the hamburger bun was waterproof too!

It also has a zipper down the middle and a center hole that fits around most outdoor umbrellas. The DLL tablecloths come in a variety of patterns that may not be the chicest, but definitely look fun on your patio.

More than 800 Amazon shoppers have reviewed this product, with 71% giving it a 5-star rating. One customer wrote, "This tablecloth is soft/flowy (not stiff) and repels water. I bought a plastic cover to throw over it so I don't have to put this in the machine all the time. The zipper made removing a breeze."

This tablecloth is also available in other sizes and shapes.

Pros: Waterproof, machine washable, opening for umbrella

Cons: Some reviewers reported colors might fade in direct sunlight

Buy the DLL Spring & Summer Outdoor Tablecloth (60-inch round with zipper) for $22.09 on Amazon