March 2023
Video Projectors: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of Projector rankings posted by key online experts, as of March 2023.
Summary
Between 4 Mar 2023 and 7 Mar 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 94 Projector endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
68 Video Projectors were endorsed in total, only 15 made it into this month's ranking (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included).
As of 7 Mar 2023, Hisense PX1-PRO TriChroma takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed projector with 4 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 4 recommended it as the '#1 projector' this month. It is followed by Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 and Samsung The Freestyle , with 3 and 4 expert endorsements respectively.
Brand breakdown
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Epson:
12 Projectors
(#1 is Epson EX3280 )
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BenQ:
11 Projectors
(#1 is BenQ GS50 )
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Optoma:
8 Projectors
(#1 is Optoma UHZ50 )
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LG:
5 Projectors
(#1 is LG HU85LA CineBeam )
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Sony:
4 Projectors
(#1 is Sony VPL-VW590ES )
Price breakdown
At a glance - March 2023 Ranking
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Digital Trends
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Sorted by price:
Position in ranking | Price | Projector |
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#20 | $559.99 | Anker Nebula Solar [buy] [more info] |
#13 | $599 | Optoma HD146X [buy] [more info] |
#3 | $697.99 | Samsung The Freestyle [buy] [more info] |
#11 | $749 | BenQ HT2050A [buy] [more info] |
#4 | $769.99 | Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 [buy] [more info] |
#12 | $1499 | BenQ TK700STi [buy] [more info] |
#7 | $1581.32 | Optoma UHD35 [buy] [more info] |
#1 | $2399 | Hisense PX1-PRO TriChroma [buy] [more info] |
#6 | $3497.99 | Samsung LSP9T Premiere [buy] [more info] |
#19 | $3890.23 | Epson Home Cinema LS11000 [buy] [more info] |
#5 | $3998 | Optoma CinemaX P2 [buy] [more info] |
#8 | $5998 | Sony VPL-XW5000ES [buy] [more info] |
We ranked Hisense PX1-PRO TriChroma #1 in March 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Hisense PX1-PRO TriChroma as #1.

Digital Trends
Best overall home theater projector
Pros
Excellent short-throw design
Great color coverage
eARC support
Dolby atmos support
Android TV platform
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Cons
Not as useful if you don't use Google apps
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TechRadar
A brilliantly balanced ultra short throw package
Pros
Compact, all-in-one package
Stunning picture
Flexible setup options
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Cons
Picture struggles in bright rooms
So-so built-in speakers
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Forbes
Best Home Theater Projector Overall
Pros
Rich, accurate colors
Integrated Android TV
Support for Dolby Atmos audio
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Cons
No 3D support
No internal Netflix app
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We ranked Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 #2 in March 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 as #1.

What Hi-Fi
Despite occasional colour wobbles, this is another quality laser projector from Epson
Pros
Fantastically bright HDR pictures
Lovely filmic feel
4K/120 HDR gaming support
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Cons
Dark HDR colours can look unrefined
Really unhelpful menu system
Some strange preset decisions
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TechRadar
A champ for the dedicated home cinema
Pros
Excellent image quality
Highly flexible placement
Ready for games and film
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Cons
High price
Display only
Few ports
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PCMag
Best 4K Projector for Top-Quality Home Theater / Editors' Choice
Pros
Delivers a full 3,840 by 2,160 pixels on screen
2,700-lumen laser light source rated to last the life of the projector
Supports HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG HDR
Good color accuracy, contrast, and shadow detail, plus dark blacks for a laser model
Easy to maintain image height for different aspect ratios
Three-chip LCD design guarantees no rainbow artifacts
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Cons
Expensive
No 3D support
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Video Projectors.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Video Projectors, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for March 2023 ranking









We ranked Samsung The Freestyle #3 in March 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

Digital Trends
Best portable home theater projector
Pros
Lightweight and portable
Automatic screen adjustments
Runs on Tizen OS for access to apps
Bixby and Alexa voice assistant capable
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Cons
550 lumens of brightness is a bit low
It's only 1080p
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What Hi-Fi
And now for something completely different
Pros
Cute but practical design
Bright, sharp, colourful pictures
Impressive auto keystone/focus
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Cons
Below-par black levels
Auto keystone system isn’t perfect
A bit expensive
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TechRadar
Take the cinema experience wherever you go
Pros
Great portability
Handy suite of built-in apps
Impressive auto adjustment
Decent brightness
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Cons
Sluggish navigation
Occasional autofocus issues
Some random restarts
Auto keystone can be fussy
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Forbes
Best Portable Projector
Pros
Amazon Alexa and Samsung Bixby voice assitants
Lightweight and portable
360-degree omnidirectional sound
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Cons
1080p resolution
Low brightness level
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We ranked Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 #4 in March 2023 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

TechRadar
A portable projector that offers a great marriage of form and function
Pros
Gorgeous design
Great picture for the size
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Cons
Only Full HD
Too much lag for gaming
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PCMag
Best 1080p Room-to-Room Portable Projector for Home Entertainment / Editors' Choice
Pros
Long-lived laser-phosphor light source
Native 1080p resolution; supports 4K UHD (3,840-by-2,160) input and HDR
Three-chip LCD engine (3LCD) for equal color and white brightness and no rainbow artifacts
Integrated Android TV
Wi-Fi and two HDMI ports
Impressive audio options
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Cons
No 3D support
Only moderate brightness
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Forbes
Best Mini Projector
Pros
Compact design
Good audio for small form
Integrated Android TV
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Cons
Low brightness
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We ranked Optoma CinemaX P2 #5 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Optoma CinemaX P2 as #1.

TechRadar
A budget 4K ultra short throw projector
Pros
Up to 120-inch projection
Solid built-in audio system
Living room-friendly looks
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Cons
Limited brightness
Doesn't support full DC-P3 color gamut
Mecdiocre built-in smart TV interface
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T3
The best projector for bringing big 4K images to any wall
Pros
Living-room friendly design
Excellent 4K pictures
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Cons
No HLG over HDMI
Not as bright as its predecessor
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We ranked Samsung LSP9T Premiere #6 in March 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

What Hi-Fi
Surprisingly like a TV, only bigger
Pros
Bright, colourful pictures
Comprehensive smart system
Good sound quality
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Cons
Fiddly to set up
‘Rainbow’ effect
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TechRadar
A premium ultra short throw projection experience
Pros
Bright, colorful pictures
Good in light and dark rooms
Full TV-style smart system
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Cons
Some rainbow effect
Some iffy presets for dark scenes
Software can be sluggish
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Forbes
Best 4K Home Theater Projector
Pros
Bright images produced via triple laser
Projects up to 130 inches
Built-in smart TV capabilities via Tizen OS for directly streaming video
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Cons
Operating system can be sluggish
Expensive
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We ranked Optoma UHD35 #7 in March 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

Forbes
Best Gaming Projector
Pros
Decent brightness for at home use
Great response time and refresh rate for gamers
Flexible projection size
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Cons
Mono speaker
Lacks Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
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We ranked Sony VPL-XW5000ES #8 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Sony VPL-XW5000ES as #1.

Digital Trends
Best premium home projector
Pros
Advanced 4K technology
Excellent DCI-P3 coverage
Sony'z X1 chip offers many advantages
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Cons
Lumen levels are a little low for bright rooms
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What Hi-Fi
Sony’s new laser projector is a cut-price stunner
Pros
Stunningly detailed native 4K pictures
Impressive black levels and contrast
Excellent picture processing
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Cons
Poor manual lens controls
Dark HDR scenes can lose detail
No 4K/120Hz gaming support
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We ranked LG CineBeam HU715Q #9 in March 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

Digital Trends
Best ultra-short throw 4K projector
Pros
Dolby Atmos sound
HDR10 support
LG's ThinQ smart device platform
Bluetooth, AirPlay, Wi-Fi connectivity
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Cons
Not very portable
Built-in speakers are a bit lacking
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What Hi-Fi
Could this projector replace your TV?
Pros
Detailed and balanced image
Pleasing design
Comprehensive feature set
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Cons
Doesn't sound as good as it should
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Forbes
Best Ultra Short Throw 4K Projector
Pros
Great resolution, lamp life and brightness
Terrific streaming options
Ultra-short throw 0.22:1
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Cons
Designed to be stationary
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We ranked Epson EH-TW9400 #10 in March 2023 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

What Hi-Fi
A powerful 4K projector with a bold picture to match.
Pros
Motorised and adaptable lens
Handles HDR well
Vibrant colours
Excellent sense of dept
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Cons
Noisy at full power
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TechRadar
A superb long-throw home cinema projector for the price
Pros
Excellent color reproduction
Motorized lens controls
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Cons
Blacks could be deeper
Motion not its strong point
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T3
A serious home cinema projector that won’t break the bank
Pros
Cinematic picture quality
Decent HDR performance
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Cons
No integrated sound
On the large side
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We ranked BenQ HT2050A #11 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

Digital Trends
Best budget home theater projector
Pros
Big image for an affordable price
Vertical lens and keystone adjustment
Bright 2,200 ANSI lumens
Easy to set up out of the box
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Cons
10-watt speaker sound is weak
Noisy fan
No HDMI 2.0
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We ranked BenQ TK700STi #12 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

TechRadar
High framerate HDR gaming on your wall
Pros
16ms input lag is brilliant for a projector
4K at 60Hz for premium gaming
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Cons
No Netflix, though that's common for projectors
Fiddly onboard buttons
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T3
The best projector for 4K gaming
Pros
Sharp 4K images
Strong gaming performance
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Cons
High noise levels
Not the best for HDR
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We ranked Anker Nebula Solar #15 in March 2023 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Video Projectors” rankings.

TechRadar
A stunning portable projector – in the right situations
Pros
Stunning design
Doubles as a Bluetooth speaker
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Cons
A bit dim
Sound could be punchier
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PCMag
Best Portable Mini Projector (Battery Powered) / Editors' Choice
Pros
1080p (1,920-by-1,080) native resolution; accepts 4K (3,840-by-2,160) input
Supports HDR and copy protection standards used by 4K UHD discs
Android TV 9 and Wi-Fi built in
Battery life rated at 3 hours in Battery mode or 1.5 hours in Standard
Capable autofocus
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Cons
Color accuracy is off by just enough to notice
Does not deliver improved image quality with HDR material
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