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The brightest portable projectors we've reviewed measure about 350 lumens, while a traditional home theater projector measures 1,500 lumens or more.Ī bright projector can produce a larger image, and looks better when there's some ambient light around. Projector light output is measured in lumens. Most portable projectors use an LED lamp, while full-size projectors have either UHP lamps (which are basically high-powered light bulbs) or laser light sources. Traditional, full-size projectors can get much brighter than any portable mini projector. What makes a mini projector different from a full-size projector? Read more: How CNET Tests Projectors FAQs When you buy through our links, we may get a commission. CNET editors pick the products and services we write about based on editorial merit. How we test portable projectorsĮvery projector we review goes through elaborate objective and subjective testing. Its picture is also much better in pretty much every way, so if you're looking for a projector for use around the home, or maybe backyard, and you don't need battery power, it's worth considering. Read our Anker Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K Projector review.īenQ HT2050A: The HT2050 isn't technically a portable projector at all, but it is compact and roughly the same price as one of the more expensive 'portable' options. It's nice and bright, but the other downsides - lack of zoom, average overall image quality and a steep price for what you get - keep it off this list. There's also no battery so you'll need to plug it in. Read our Xiaomi Mi Smart Projector 2 review.Īnker Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K: Since it has a handle and a compact size, the Cosmos Laser 4K is technically portable, but it's hardly mini at more than 10 pounds. It's relatively dim, especially for the price, and it lacks both a built-in battery and compatibility with a USB power source, so it's not truly portable.

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We appreciated the compact size, 1080p resolution and built-in Android TV streaming, but the cons outweigh the pros. Xiaomi Mi Smart Projector 2: Another relatively expensive small projector we didn't love, the Xiaomi at least has a gorgeous, Apple-like design going for it. Worse, its price is a good 50% higher than it should be based on how it looks and performs. However, it lacks a battery and its performance is average, at best. Its built-in streaming is far better implemented than most portable projectors.

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About the size of a Bluetooth speaker, and in fact can double as one, the Freestyle can pivot on its stand to project an image at any height on walls and even the ceiling. Samsung Freestyle: The small, cylindrical Freestyle is an interesting idea, but it comes up short. The battery doesn't last as long as the AAXA either although it is a bit cheaper. It's not particularly bright, however, nor does it have built-in apps. LG CineBeam PH30N: The LG PH30N is tiny even compared to other portable projectors, even smaller than the AAXA. Read our Anker Nebula Solar Portable Review. If you want a sleek, budget-friendly portable with 1080p and plan on keeping the image on the small side, however, this is a solid choice. Its main disadvantage compared to others on this list is its relatively dim image, which means it can't project as large a picture and still look good. But if you want something compact, portable and maybe battery-powered, here are our top picks for the best mini projector.Īnker Nebula Solar Portable: We didn't like the Solar Portable as much as the BenQ GS50, Xgimi Halo+ (review coming soon), or even its sibling, the Mars II Pro. If you're never going to be far from an outlet, a standard projector will get you a much bigger, brighter and better image for similar money. Another is that most portable projectors, especially the cheapest ones, often have lower resolution than their larger counterparts, especially 4K projectors. One is that many are relatively dim, lacking the brightness of a traditional home theater projector, meaning they can't project as large an image as the big guys. Portable projectors do come with a few drawbacks, though. Many mini projectors can give you access to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu and other streaming services without having to connect a streaming device or laptop. They also offer a handful of connectivity options including Wi-Fi, HDMI and Bluetooth, and they typically run on batteries. Whether you project onto a blank wall or a projector screen, you can capture the picture quality you crave without getting weighed down. These products can fit easily in any backpack, and some are small enough to fit in your pocket.

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The best small, portable projectors let you to spend movie nights inside a pillow fort, in the backyard or even out in the wilderness.

Having a mini projector means you no longer need bulky gear or a big budget for a big screen.

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