How to Choose a Portable Projector

In this buying guide, we will see how to choose a portable projector. Projectors are experiencing a second youth.

From being expensive, coarse, and delicate devices designed for traveling professionals, they have become devices appreciated by the consumer segment of the market by a considerable reduction in terms of prices and dimensions and a general technological advance; think about the implementation of the LED.

Thanks to the growth of recent years, projectors have become a more than dignified alternative. Imagine being able to watch a movie or play your favorite video games on your home wall without having to compromise on quality!

Which projector to buy, though? What do you need to know to choose a quality portable projector that meets our expectations?

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LED projectors, the latest arrivals

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Brightness and Contrast

The first thing you need to consider is the brightness. Depending on the brightness value of the portable projector – expressed in lumens – you will get a certain image.

If you intend to project your image in a small room, you may need the equivalent of a 24-inch television; well, with a brightness factor of 10 lumens, you will meet your needs.

The more you increase your lumen value, the more you will get a higher quality rendering in inches and resolution. Clearly, the price will also increase!

Avoid buying devices that are too much above your needs. Consider the preliminary phase criteria such as room size, type of use (video games, projections for video lessons), and an average light level in the room.

Contrast and Size

The contrast value should not affect your choice too much (as in LCD monitors). As far as the portable projectors are concerned, this value can be of interest to you only and exclusively if you intend to use them in a completely dark room.

Being a portable device, you will have to pay close attention to the size. Try to view it live or via video reviews on the web to avoid your new object being too bulky, uncomfortable, or useless.

Note! The fact that they are the best-sellers does not mean that they are the best to buy for your needs.

SaleBestseller No. 1

Mini Projector, VOPLLS 1080P Full HD Supported Video Projector, Portable Outdoor Home Theater Movie Projector, 50% Zoom, Compatible with HDMI, USB, AV, Smartphone/Tablet/Laptop (Small Projector)

[2024 Upgraded HD Video Projector]: VOPLLS upgraded home projector supports1080P Full HD resolution, adopts advanced LED and...
[Mini & Portable Projector]: VOPLLS mini projector has a compact design with size of 6.69x4.9x2.64 inches, which is almost a...
[Hi-fi Stereo Sound & Noise Reduction]: Built-in Hi-Fi stereo speakers, VOPLLS video projector provides original audio...

SaleBestseller No. 2

[Electric Focus & Auto Keystone] Mini Projector with WiFi Bluetooth, PUTRIMS Portable 1080P Support Movie Projector 145° Rotatable 50% Zoom Fully Sealed Small Projector for Phone TV Stick HDMI USB

➤【145°Adjustable Stand for Better View】The mini projector comes with a versatile 145° rotatable stand, allowing you...
➤【Electric Focus & Unique Portable Design】PUTRIMS small projector comes with electric focus function, just simply press...
➤【Auto Keystone & 100%-50% Zoom】Features advanced ±30° automatic keystone correction (vertical only), it will...

SaleBestseller No. 3

[270°Adjustable Stand] Mini projector with WiFi and Bluetooth, Outdoor Portable Movie Projector 1080P Support, Auto Keystone Home Projector for Phone/TV Stick/Laptop, WiMiUS Latest S27

🌟【270° Built-in Stand & All in One Hand】More stable triangular stand, allowing you to effortlessly adjust the angle...
🌟【Superior 1.26:1 Projection Throw Ratio & Zoom】Whether you're in a cozy attic, bedroom, RV, or a larger space, this...
🌟【Auto Keystone Correction & 1080P Supported】Say farewell to distorted images with our auto vertical keystone...

SaleBestseller No. 4

Mini Projector, VISSPL Full HD 1080P Video Projector, Portable Outdoor Projector with Tripod, Kids Gift, Home Theater Movie Phone Projector Compatible with Android/iOS/Windows/TV Stick/HDMI/USB

【Smallest & On-the-Go Entertainment】Measuring a mere 6.1*5.08*2.4’’, equivalent to the size of two Coke cans, mini...
【Full HD 1080P & Eye Protection】The VISSPL 2024 projector supports 1080P resolution for stunning visuals. Powered by...
【Mini Tripod & Powerful Sound】VISSPL movie projector supports a screen size of 35-160’’, perfect for creating a...

Bestseller No. 5

[Sound by JBL & Built-in Battery] Yaber T2 Outdoor Projector with WiFi 6 and Bluetooth, Native 1080P Smart Movie Portable Projector for Inside and Outside, Compatible with TV Dongle (Not included)

【Built-in Battery | Independently Developed | Rechargeable Portable Projector】The new independently developed YABER T2...
【Looks Better | Native 1080P】The YABER T2 outdoor movie projector overcomes the three major issues of non-fully sealed...
【 Sounds Perfect | JBL & Dolby Audio | 8W*2 Speakers 】 The T2 projector sets new standards with its unparalleled Audio...

SaleBestseller No. 6

Magcubic Auto Keystone Mini Portable Projector, 4K/260 ANSI Smart Projector with WiFi 6 BT 5.0, Screen Adjustment, 180 Degree Rotation, Home Video Projector Built-in Android 11.0 OS

【The Freestyle Projector】Magcubic latest HY300 projector features Android TV 11.0 OS and Allwinner H713 smart chip....
【WiFi6 & BT 5.0 Video Projector】Magcubic HY300 Portable Projector uses the latest WiFi6 technology, higher transmission...
【Auto Keystone Correction】 The HY300 mini projector adopts manual focus and auto keystone correction technology, built-in...

Bestseller No. 7

Aurzen EAZZE D1 Smart Projector with WiFi and Bluetooth, Netflix-Officially-Licensed, Auto Focus & Keystone, DoIby Audio, Zoom, Native 1080P Movie, Portable Outdoor Mini Projector, White

Built-in Smart TV Operating System with Officially Certified Streaming Apps: The Aurzen EAZZE D1 smart projector comes with a...
Auto Focus, Auto Keystone Correction, Auto Obstacle avoidance, Auto Screen Alignment, 50%-100% Zoom and up to 200 inches:...
3D Stereo, Dolby Audio Sound and Dual 8W Speakers: Enjoy deep, resonant audio and precise sound details that make you feel...

SaleBestseller No. 8

[Netflix-Licensed/Dolby Audio]Outdoor-Projector 4K with Wifi 6 and Bluetooth,ONOAYO 800ANSI Native 1080P Portable Projector,Built-in Netflix/YouTube/PrimeVideo, Electric Focus Keystone Smart Projector

[Ultimate Experience-2024 Newly Designed Smart TV OS]: ONO3 projector with wifi and Bluetooth is the first smart projector to...
[Endless Entertainment -Netflix Licensed, No Need Extra Devices]: Experience a world of content with the ONO3 outdoor...
[Detail-first Visual Feast - 800ANSI | Support 4K]: The ONO3 4K projector delivers true 800 ANSI brightness and 4K video...

Bestseller No. 9

Mini Projector with Android 11, Portable Projector 4K 1080P Full HD Support, Smart Projector 5G WiFi6 BT5.0 Auto Horizontal Correction, 180°Rotatable Outdoor Projector for Phone/TV Stick/Laptop

Android 11 & 200'' Giant Screen: This mini projector built-in Android 11 operating system, allowing effortless access to a...
Built-in dual band WiFi 6 & 180°Rotatable Portable Projector: It doesn't require fixed installation, allows for flexible...
4K Support & Auto Horizontal Trapezoid Correction & 8000 Lumens: This smart projector with high resolution 720P Full HD...

Bestseller No. 10

[Built-in -Apps] PANSEBA 270°Adjustable Smart Mini Projector with WiFi 6 and Bluetooth, Auto Keystone Outdoor Movie Projector, Big Screen Home Portable Projector for Phone/TV Stick/Laptop/HDMI

🍺【270° Rotatable Portable Projector & 260" Giant Screen】This smart projector features a 270 ° rotatable design,...
🍺【Auto Keystone Correction & Short Throw Projection】This movie projector has auto keystone correction technology, say...
🍺【Android Operating System & Built-in WiFi 6】This phone projector built-in dual 5G+2.4G latest wifi 6 connection....

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