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@@mrk1224 Have you tried to contact the seller? Could have been an honest mistake, the listing still shows the Groview and there are reviews that also show the Groview 818C.
Insanely helpful and comprehensive, I really appreciate you taking the time to review all of these and go through your testing process in detail. I'm extremely happy with the projector you recommended under $100, and looking to purchase the best one under $300. Really helps me avoid all those projectors on Amazon with fake reviews and all the online "reviews" that are really just sponsored. Thanks again!
Got the Happrun based on your recommendation a couple of months ago and it was the best purchase I have made in awhile. Makes family movie night the best. Thank you
I just bought a new projector using info from this video. One of the only super well explained, seemingly trustworthy and extensively researched videos I've seen on YT for budget projectors. Thank you so much for your service! You've earned a sub.
Would love to see a price range around $500 - $800 USD comparison this would be a good quality TV of decent size but obviously not projector big but this is where most people spend when wanting a good TV before jumping up a serious price bracket. Your reviews are amazing and you have covered low price, next bracket up from low price, then higher end. I guess what is the best projector for a room with natural light some but not full sun for the lowest price point? the Nexigo pj40 looks great I just wonder how it holds up when adding another $200 to the competition options. Keep up the amazing work
I got the Happrun L1 after watching your previous video. I must say best decision I could've made. Thanks for all the hardwork you put into your videos. Really appreciate the effort.
This video came in very handy as I was looking to replace my Acer H5380BD 720p projector, that I purchased for $397 back in the summer of 2015. The bulb was dying and the fan noise was loud, so my goal was to find a native 1080p unit at $300 or less, with less fan noise. This video helped me decide on the Groview 818C which arrived today- just set it up tonight. I'm pleased with it EXCEPT the fan noise is even louder than the old Acer! The projector sits only 4-5 feet from our heads, so it sounds REALLY loud, almost to the point where it's a dealbreaker and I'm thinking of returning it. But of all 11 units tested for this video, the 818C was the quietest at only 40.1 db... which means the 45-46 db ones must sound like vacuum cleaners! How did fan noise in projectors get even louder in the past 8 years?
@@danielvecino9879 Not sure what you're asking....? The projector is still louder than I'd prefer, but not much I can do about it, other than wear n headphones with ANC
I can say sincerely that i've never felt the need to comment on a youtube video, but this video was perfect from beginning to end. I sincerely appreciated this video and I hope you continue this series in 2024!
I purchased the Yaber Ace K1 projector and it is far better than the Nexigo PJ40 for contrast, color saturation, and shadow detail. BTW: While the Yaber Ace K1 has Auto Focus and Auto Keystone options, a person can turn them off and manually focus the projector themselves.
Your video of how to buy projector was so helpful for me to buy my projector. I bought Yaber Ace K1, and it's one of the best purchases I have made. I got it connected with xbox and chromecast; and that device delivers. Yaber Ace K1 has manual keystone, and I was surprised with your review. Honestly been using it everyday. Yaber Ace k1 is the best 👌
I absolutely love the honesty you give all projectors. From the cheapest to the most expensive. You give the truth. Anyways, i almost pulled the trigger on a nexigo pj40. But i found they made an updated version of the pj30. Which by what they say are the specs, 100 ansi lumens per the company, along with included apps. Well, i purchased it with coupons under $300. I will have to say after watching your videos and the pj40 staying on top for the most part. I'm blown away with the picture quality of this one. Seems they heard what you said and corrected issues. I would love your feed back
I understand the cons of the epson, but since I only intend to use while exercising in the garage and I will not be turning off the light in the garage when I need to see what I'm doing. I think out of those options the epson is actually the best option for my use case, especially when I finally got see what the projectors looked like in a brighter room and the epson looked so much nicer. I do wish it was a bit cheaper than the $300 it costs, but it still looks worth it to me. And in a few years I might be able to replace it with a more expensive projector🤷🏾♀
I'm looking to buy my first home theater projector. Love your project review series. It is just how I would research over the market to compare products. e.g. start with same price point, then go to the details, except the fact that I know nothing about projectors. So thank you for doing all the dirty works!
I purchased the pj40 9-29-23 as my first projector ever owned. After getting it all setup I was completely satisfied with the 120" screen. I cleaned the filter everytime the projector recomended. On 12-13-23 the screen developed a blue haze right in the center. It seems to be getting worse day by day. I am not 100% sure what the problem is but it did not last even 3 months before developing a problem.
Hey I don't comment that much. But since the amount of quality displayed in your video I felt obligated to tell you Thank you. Thanks for the effor, quality, and technical level of exposition put in this video. This is exactly the type of format I been looking for projectors review. I wanted to said also that if I happened to buy any of this or the more expensive projectors you showcase in your other reviews I will definetely buy it using your link. Keep the great work. God bless.
Bummed that this channel didn't come up in my search for new projector info, but I ended up getting the PJ40 so it felt nice to get a little reassurance here. I built a dirt cheap home theater back in 2019 and while the Vankyo Leisure 510 did a great job at $180, it was always a placeholder in an experimental setup. And it was starting to develop a dim spot. The PJ40 wasn't a huge step up or anything, but once I got it all dialed in (don't forget to set the EDID at 2.0 to get all the features!) it's working great. Plus, they improved input lag with a firmware update!
I was spinning my head trying to figure something out under $200. My son broke my LG and I just don’t wanna spend another $700 for him to break it again. This means I don’t have to worry about a screen to break. Thank you 🙏
This video is exactly what I've been looking for. Thank you! It's really difficult to find quality budget projectors. Most of them these days are cheap and not worth the money. You've cut the BS and I very much thank you for that. Cheers.
Thanks for the great video! Please consider looking at the Ultimea Apollo P40, it is only 180 USD and got some great reviews, potentially rivalling the Yaber K1 for a lower price. 😊
I purchased the PJ40 and it came with two dead pixels right out of the box, it’s also concerning that a lot of people have updated their Amazon reviews after the screen starts to go orange and dead pixels start to pop up after 4 months or so. Seems like most of the 5 star reviews are based on out of the box impressions instead of after having it for a while and it seemingly not holding up. I’ll be returning mine and possibly replacing it to see if I get one without any defects out of the box. I do have concerns that it won’t last 6 months however
Talk about a first class, bar none review!!!...wish I had discovered you before all my "trials and errors "😂😂😂... nonetheless, thank you for all the time and effort you put into all these tests!!!
Full information, really helped me look into my proyector. I would also suggest to add if they have easy cleaning access. Some projectors will have on the bottom so if you need to clean you do not need to take all pieces apart for it. I have been trying to look into them but many people do not really care about it. I had issues with the one I have now and I hate to take it apart to clean and be able to watch a movie.😅
love the comparison and info. You seem to have the youtube market on this one. Glad you bumped the budget up. Looking for something between the 500 to 1000 price point, that does not have to be portable, if your looking for ideas for more content. 😄
Lots to choose from at that range. What are your sticking points? Do you want a bulb projector or LED/laser? Do you want 4K or is 1080p enough? Do you want a smart OS? Do you want built in speakers? Is advanced keystoning important?
@@TheHookUp No speakers. Bulb is fine. 4k is not necessary. Not sure about advanced keystone as it should be easy to set up. A short lag would be nice. Short throw would be nice. Movies in a basement is the goal. 120 inch screen ballpark. Have heard 3 chips is recommended for better color.
@@jonboypointer Sounds like you want a BENQ TH671ST: amzn.to/3WMhYbn 1080p, bulb, low latency, short throw, good color. The 3chip vs DLP giving better color is a myth from what I've seen, but if you are someone who noticed the DLP rainbow effect (highly person dependent), you might want to stick with Epson 3LCD.
The prices really jumped up since you made this video. But I found what I was looking for and you saved me a whole bunch of guessing and time. Thank you for this video! Purchased with your link.
Love your super in-depth, no non-sense projector comparisons! They are second to none. I am just beginning to explore projection decorating and purchased an entry level system running some cool AtmosFX projections. I’d like to expand the show using multiple windows in our Victorian home. I am looking to purchase several most-bang-for-the -buck projectors without having to take out a second mortgage. Have you done such a comparison of projection decoration projectors? I could see setting up maybe half a dozen window sized projections. The projectors would only be used for this purpose. Thank you for your time!
I have the epson and you’ll be alright for at least 4 years. He got the numbers wrong, is 6000 hrs normal use and 12000 hrs eco mode. If you are going to use it on bright light conditions you can’t go wrong with the epson.
I figured out why the Groview is so bright. It compresses the whites and starts clipping pretty early. Same issue with the Happrun too. I guess it’s a technique for them to maximize the light output for these budget projectors. Sad there isn’t a way to remove the “enhancement” with the onboard calibration.
@thehookup I bought the Nexigo PJ40 you recommended, and wow I am impressed, thanks buddy. I will be buying a 4K projector you have recommended, thanks for your hard work!!!
Update the PJ40 died withing 3 or 4 months, I took it to a shop and there is no fix for it, there is an issue with the power supply, I would not buy it again...
LOL, today delivery of my Happrun L1 failed and I was refunded. Turns out after shipping to NZ is calculated, the L2 is only $17 more expensive, so I decided to re-buy the L2 instead. The difference in contrast is huge, wish I'd seen this first!!
@@Cweskos1 that was 2 weeks ago 😂. That’s like 10 years ago in amazon land. Keep checking for flash sales? I had another golfing buddy who got it for the same price around the same time
Very nice video. Happy that someone out there is testing these budget projectors with real measurements to back it up. Question: How do you think the Yaber Ace K1 would perform in a dual projector setup for a passive 3D setup, with one of the projector upside down so the lens are vertically aligned? Would the image be bright enough after having the filters installed? Every review so far has given high marks to this projector not only in brightness but also in image quality.
You do an amazing reviews. I trust you more than anyone on UA-cam. Thank you for the Review. Do you have a $500 suggestion? Or should I just go with Nexigo PJ40?
Where does it say that? This is from the manual; At the end of the projector lamp's life, the projector displays a message about replacing the projector. Turn the projector off and consider replacing the projector even if the lamp continues to work. Warning: If you continue to use the projector after the lamp's life expires, the possibility that the lamp may explode increases.
Love your work and can't wait to for the updated video in December! I have the Nexigo PJ40 in my online cart but can't press buy until I have updated certainty heh
Think about twenty years back... For a image like most of these projectors are produce, you had to pay thousands of bucks... And now? A simple single LCD like the yaber ace k1 - which I prefer - let you get a cinematic experience with really good contrast and colours for 300 bucks in every room of your home thanks to those keystone features. No bulp change anymore which let you no worry any more about following costs. Incredible, this technology is from measuring and calculating to get the best image evolved to real plug'n play. And sure, you also can spend thousands of bucks today's for your home cinema, but for me, I like these China projectors. Sure, I also got an Epson at home but in the night it's so dam bright for my tiered eyes. My gammabai VAST is so much more comfortable to watch at night. Personally I started to project for 5 years, and now I'm addicted to the big screen experience. 130 inch in my living room, 90 ich in my bedroom. I think i need one for my bathroom now, cause sometimes I take a longer seat there 💩 Greetings to all projector lovers 🖖
Projector lover here! I've been rocking my Sony HW40ES 1080P projector for many years on a 135" screen. For my main PC, I sit in front of an 8K 75" screen all day. I love that for work, but it is too small to watch movies/TV with! For me, giant screen + good 1080p is > 4K or 8K and HDR to the moon. I will eventually upgrade to a great 4K projector, but no rush.
@@stevetb7777 yeah, there are more like me outside 😅 Yes, my girlfriend cancelled our relationship so no I'm moving to another apartment. And for my broken heart, I will buy me a 4k projector also. And only a couch a small table and a giant giant screen in my new living room!!!! No more female limitations.... Only boys room😉
@@verschepard Sorry to hear that and congrats! I tell ya, I love my g/f but I don't always want to hang out every single night like she does. It can be difficult to find a setup with the right balance..
I bought your top 3 projectors n the Epson for outdoor movie nights. On a 360" screen the epson was ha ds down the only usable projector. the nexigo was the 2nd best but ways beneath the epson, it didn't do well with any ambient light the epson is leauges better imo and can be used an hr before sundown the others can't
It really depends on your use case. The Epson is 6x brighter (3000 lumens vs 500), so it will of course do better in bright situations. However, if you wanted to use the projector in a darkened room the Epson would be pretty terrible due to its poor contrast and bad black levels.
Just got the projector delivered. There is a night and day difference in the quality from the rest. My room is bright, yet I’m able to watch videos without any difficulty.
UK Buyers beware - Rob's links (which I'm sure were correct at time of writing) lead to product pages that MIGHT not be correct. I think some Amazon sellers engage in bait-and-switch! For example the Groview 818C link leads to a product with a long title, but no actual model number. When you read the description it look very similar. But the seller has stated in one of the Q&As that the actual product is the RD881 which is the other Groview that Rob spoke about. Just saying - exercise great caution! Seems like the most difficult thing here is sourcing one of Rob's recommendations, at least here in the UK! All of the products linked to are either sold out, not yet available (PJ40) or price is about 3 times the one mentioned here. I think that Amazon sellers AND the manufacturers really need to up their game in terms of buyer trust - it's not good!
With current tv prices and 4k being extremely expensive relatively in a projector, I find myself leaning towards tvs more and more for any budget below $1000. Controlling lighting is almost always not done for most people, replacing bulbs is almost always not the same as having the projector new from the factory, dust accumulation is also likely to ruin the user experience (fan noise becomes unbearable) in most cheap projectors as they do not have adequate protection. Factor in the cost of a decent screen and you find yourself better off with a 75" tv that does have 4K and that does not give you all this headache. Remeber that most of the allure of buying a projector is to have that 'cinema-like' large screen experience, so unless you have at least a usable 100" 4k image, it becomes a difficult proposition. It is also difficult to recommend them as a replacement for tvs since most people want light in their living rooms/family rooms.
I used to think that as well, but based off of UA-cam comments I think it is becoming increasingly more common for people to buy a projector for a space that cannot accommodate a TV. People are projecting onto ceilings and walls that don't have nearby power. I agree that up to 75" a TV is going to be a better "Bang for the buck" in terms of clarity and brightness, but sometimes a TV just isn't going to work in a space, and a $200 projector putting up a 75" image still looks pretty good for a fraction of the price of a 75" TV.
@@TheHookUp Absolutely agree my kids and I LOVE our LG Cinebeam HU80KA (the elevator looking one) projecting on the ceiling for our sleepovers. Thanks for taking the time to reply, absolutely love your channel and I always tell people asking me for a recommendation on things you cover to watch your video first then we can talk! Thanks again.
I don't like single LCD projectors since they always have a focus problem. the image is super blurry at the corner, and the brightness is fairly low too. at $300-$400, i'd rather go for a small DLP projectors from anker nebula, kodak luma, aaxa, epson, etc. those projectors are a lot brighter
I own most of those projectors that you listed, you won't find comparable brightness (575+ ANSI) for less than $450 with a DLP projector. The AAXA M7 when plugged in can push 650 ANSI lumens but it sounds like a jet engine doing it. The Luma 450 is less than 200 ANSI lumens for $550.
Excellent comparison. Trying to do this as an average consumer is impossible, especially given the absolute lies the sellers are happy to give in their descriptions (eg Amazon UK, PJ40 specified as 700 ANSI, and that may be the most honest!!). Have you had the time to do a similar review for the end of 2023, or has there been so little change in the market? One that has caught my eye is the Omnistar L80, would be great if you have an in-depth review of this. I have been waiting for a 'value' projector that can be used in daylight, but thinking it doesn't exist yet.
@@TheHookUp might hold off until your video,im looking more in the £200 range, but some of ones recommended in your video no longer available in UK, but been eyeing up the cibest but its ansi seems lacking in your review. And i can get ahold of the groview but colours seem washed out in the video too, the yaber ace a1 and nexigo pj40 are a bit out of what im looking to spend at £300
I have not seen reviews for Panseba- the one I just ordered. Yes, I know no one has heard of the brand, but no one has heard of these brands either- except Epson.
Would like to see the Fudoni Aurora P3 included in the next video. It normally costs $229, but is on sale for less than $100 after a 20% off discount and a $100 coupon.
How would the input lag on the Nexigo PJ40 be for gaming? I mostly play games on my switch when my friends come over like Super Smash, Breath of the Wild and Super Mario. Great review!
Your thorough reviews are SO much better than any others I’ve seen for projectors. My hat’s off to you. FYI: I got the NexiGo PJ20 recently and it worked for 2 weeks before a large bright white dot appeared on the display that wouldn’t move or go away. Had to return it. Oddly enough, 2 of the 3 Tenker projectors I also purchased for our Halloween digital decorations also had a similar problem, but in large black spots or lines so I wound up returning 3 of the 4 projectors I purchased all in a 2 week span. All were used indoors and were well cared for so it’s baffling to have a 75% failure rate in 2 weeks across 2 brands. I’m curious if I’m the only person living in this Devils Triangle or if others have similar problems.
@@gkumar36 True. I tried to blow it clean but nada. The spot was large and quite round. Pretty certain this wasn’t a dust particle. I called customer support and sent them a picture of the dot and they agreed it was defective.
Thank you for this kind of work; it's much needed. I'm interested in the Groview, but I don't know whether you tested the RD881 or the JQ881C. At the 1:27, 2:00, 3:07, and 4:03 marks in your video, you picture the RD881, which is listed on Amazon at $190. At the 4:52 mark and in the side-by-side test at the 6:01 mark, you list the Groview model as just "881C," which would be a reference to the JQ881C. At the 10:55 mark, you show the Groview JQ881C. Can you provide any clarification on this? I'd like to purchase the Groview JQ881C for $140, but I can't be sure that what you tested isn't the Groview RD881.
All of my projector recommendation videos have been updated for 2023-2024:
Best Sub $100 Budget Projectors: ua-cam.com/video/ooFvyudbxNE/v-deo.html
Best $100-$600 Midrange Projectors: ua-cam.com/video/8mVX_29gXHE/v-deo.html
Best Portable Projectors: ua-cam.com/video/jmmGQOSAReI/v-deo.html
Best Modern Laser Projectors: ua-cam.com/video/3KmKv-TTIQQ/v-deo.html
Best Ultra Short Throw Projectors: ua-cam.com/video/Ef0tNjGDoOU/v-deo.html
Best Premium Home Theater Projectors: ua-cam.com/video/TjgXfRMtmSU/v-deo.html
Best Gaming Projector: ua-cam.com/video/biXPgm-pxiU/v-deo.html
Best Golf Sim Projector: ua-cam.com/video/c42W02UF_nI/v-deo.html
Best UST Projector Screens: ua-cam.com/video/2b8PXZtL1q8/v-deo.html
Which would you say would be the best for gaming?
WiMiUS P60 vs NexiGo PJ20 ?
I was about to ask it to you and i found this ❤️
You're the best!
Also wondering about the best one for gaming. PS5 single player gaming is what I have in mind, don't even know if it's actually viable yet haha
@@mrk1224 Have you tried to contact the seller? Could have been an honest mistake, the listing still shows the Groview and there are reviews that also show the Groview 818C.
I don't always comment but I really appreciate the time you take to provide this information, thank you.
Thanks!
If you really appreciate it, join the Patreon bunch and help out!
@@babylonfive What about subscribing to his OnlyFarts account?
Yes thanks for the education excellent job !
@@Haywood-Jablomie 😆
finally, someone who makes a list and actually has all the projectors. im sick of people making top list without actually having any of the projectors
Insanely helpful and comprehensive, I really appreciate you taking the time to review all of these and go through your testing process in detail. I'm extremely happy with the projector you recommended under $100, and looking to purchase the best one under $300. Really helps me avoid all those projectors on Amazon with fake reviews and all the online "reviews" that are really just sponsored. Thanks again!
Got the Happrun based on your recommendation a couple of months ago and it was the best purchase I have made in awhile. Makes family movie night the best. Thank you
I just bought a new projector using info from this video. One of the only super well explained, seemingly trustworthy and extensively researched videos I've seen on YT for budget projectors. Thank you so much for your service! You've earned a sub.
Would love to see a price range around $500 - $800 USD comparison this would be a good quality TV of decent size but obviously not projector big but this is where most people spend when wanting a good TV before jumping up a serious price bracket. Your reviews are amazing and you have covered low price, next bracket up from low price, then higher end. I guess what is the best projector for a room with natural light some but not full sun for the lowest price point? the Nexigo pj40 looks great I just wonder how it holds up when adding another $200 to the competition options.
Keep up the amazing work
I got the Happrun L1 after watching your previous video. I must say best decision I could've made. Thanks for all the hardwork you put into your videos. Really appreciate the effort.
Can you share the link where you purchase? I can't find happrun L1
Thanks for all your time and energy putting these together. These comparison videos are invaluable to the community
Oh absolutely. I'm astonished by the amoint of value he brings to us with this type of comparisons. This is so cool.
This video came in very handy as I was looking to replace my Acer H5380BD 720p projector, that I purchased for $397 back in the summer of 2015. The bulb was dying and the fan noise was loud, so my goal was to find a native 1080p unit at $300 or less, with less fan noise. This video helped me decide on the Groview 818C which arrived today- just set it up tonight. I'm pleased with it EXCEPT the fan noise is even louder than the old Acer! The projector sits only 4-5 feet from our heads, so it sounds REALLY loud, almost to the point where it's a dealbreaker and I'm thinking of returning it. But of all 11 units tested for this video, the 818C was the quietest at only 40.1 db... which means the 45-46 db ones must sound like vacuum cleaners! How did fan noise in projectors get even louder in the past 8 years?
What did you end up doing?
@@danielvecino9879 Not sure what you're asking....? The projector is still louder than I'd prefer, but not much I can do about it, other than wear n headphones with ANC
Ok thanks, I was just wondering whether you found a different, quieter projector or kept that one
I can say sincerely that i've never felt the need to comment on a youtube video, but this video was perfect from beginning to end. I sincerely appreciated this video and I hope you continue this series in 2024!
I purchased the Yaber Ace K1 projector and it is far better than the Nexigo PJ40 for contrast, color saturation, and shadow detail.
BTW: While the Yaber Ace K1 has Auto Focus and Auto Keystone options, a person can turn them off and manually focus the projector themselves.
But you're comparing the $350 Yaber to the $250 Nexigo. Thats a large span in this world.
@@metaldreams3595you can now get the yaber cheaper than the pj40
Your video of how to buy projector was so helpful for me to buy my projector.
I bought Yaber Ace K1, and it's one of the best purchases I have made. I got it connected with xbox and chromecast; and that device delivers. Yaber Ace K1 has manual keystone, and I was surprised with your review.
Honestly been using it everyday. Yaber Ace k1 is the best 👌
Hi, are you able to get more than 720p on Netflix and Disney+ using Chromecast?
This is one of the most clear cut and informative tech videos I have ever seen. Great job!!
I absolutely love the honesty you give all projectors. From the cheapest to the most expensive. You give the truth. Anyways, i almost pulled the trigger on a nexigo pj40. But i found they made an updated version of the pj30. Which by what they say are the specs, 100 ansi lumens per the company, along with included apps. Well, i purchased it with coupons under $300. I will have to say after watching your videos and the pj40 staying on top for the most part. I'm blown away with the picture quality of this one. Seems they heard what you said and corrected issues. I would love your feed back
I understand the cons of the epson, but since I only intend to use while exercising in the garage and I will not be turning off the light in the garage when I need to see what I'm doing. I think out of those options the epson is actually the best option for my use case, especially when I finally got see what the projectors looked like in a brighter room and the epson looked so much nicer. I do wish it was a bit cheaper than the $300 it costs, but it still looks worth it to me. And in a few years I might be able to replace it with a more expensive projector🤷🏾♀
Sooo I mostly just lurk, but I feel I should tell you have been my one stop shop for the last two years..ty sooo much :))
As usual, fantastic details and great considerations over all the important aspects. I am so proud to be one of your patrons.
Thanks David, both for the kind words and support!
I'm looking to buy my first home theater projector. Love your project review series. It is just how I would research over the market to compare products. e.g. start with same price point, then go to the details, except the fact that I know nothing about projectors. So thank you for doing all the dirty works!
I purchased the pj40 9-29-23 as my first projector ever owned. After getting it all setup I was completely satisfied with the 120" screen. I cleaned the filter everytime the projector recomended. On 12-13-23 the screen developed a blue haze right in the center. It seems to be getting worse day by day. I am not 100% sure what the problem is but it did not last even 3 months before developing a problem.
Hey I don't comment that much. But since the amount of quality displayed in your video I felt obligated to tell you Thank you.
Thanks for the effor, quality, and technical level of exposition put in this video. This is exactly the type of format I been looking for projectors review. I wanted to said also that if I happened to buy any of this or the more expensive projectors you showcase in your other reviews I will definetely buy it using your link. Keep the great work. God bless.
Bummed that this channel didn't come up in my search for new projector info, but I ended up getting the PJ40 so it felt nice to get a little reassurance here. I built a dirt cheap home theater back in 2019 and while the Vankyo Leisure 510 did a great job at $180, it was always a placeholder in an experimental setup. And it was starting to develop a dim spot. The PJ40 wasn't a huge step up or anything, but once I got it all dialed in (don't forget to set the EDID at 2.0 to get all the features!) it's working great. Plus, they improved input lag with a firmware update!
I was spinning my head trying to figure something out under $200. My son broke my LG and I just don’t wanna spend another $700 for him to break it again. This means I don’t have to worry about a screen to break. Thank you 🙏
Amazing review, not just commentary but commentary with factual data.
This is how devices reviews should be done
Thank you for the time you put into this. I’m so tired of all the robot voice reviews that only review crap models. Thanks!
This video is exactly what I've been looking for. Thank you! It's really difficult to find quality budget projectors. Most of them these days are cheap and not worth the money. You've cut the BS and I very much thank you for that. Cheers.
The projector / brand names were overall much funnier in your sub-$100 review. They really need to make these names more comical in this price range.
Exactly the video I've been waiting for 👍 thanks man
MIGHT be the best test methodology. this is the project farm of projectors, i'm afraid. bravo, the hookup
What a beast! He replies to all comments.
Even this one!
Awesome side-by-side. I'm about to recommend affordable projectors to a few local Not For Profit organizations, and this review helps greatly.
Thanks for the great video!
Please consider looking at the Ultimea Apollo P40, it is only 180 USD and got some great reviews, potentially rivalling the Yaber K1 for a lower price. 😊
Fantastic Video, cant believe someone made a video covering exactly the questions I had in such a smooth, detailed and well thought way! Thank you!
You really are THE HOOK UP!!! May the universe Gods Bless you bunches !❤
I purchased the PJ40 and it came with two dead pixels right out of the box, it’s also concerning that a lot of people have updated their Amazon reviews after the screen starts to go orange and dead pixels start to pop up after 4 months or so. Seems like most of the 5 star reviews are based on out of the box impressions instead of after having it for a while and it seemingly not holding up. I’ll be returning mine and possibly replacing it to see if I get one without any defects out of the box. I do have concerns that it won’t last 6 months however
Talk about a first class, bar none review!!!...wish I had discovered you before all my "trials and errors "😂😂😂... nonetheless, thank you for all the time and effort you put into all these tests!!!
And I made my way there. Fingers crossed I decide on one and get it
Full information, really helped me look into my proyector.
I would also suggest to add if they have easy cleaning access. Some projectors will have on the bottom so if you need to clean you do not need to take all pieces apart for it.
I have been trying to look into them but many people do not really care about it. I had issues with the one I have now and I hate to take it apart to clean and be able to watch a movie.😅
Dang good summary for someone who needs a cheap projector and knows a whole lotta nothing about them!
love the comparison and info. You seem to have the youtube market on this one. Glad you bumped the budget up. Looking for something between the 500 to 1000 price point, that does not have to be portable, if your looking for ideas for more content. 😄
Lots to choose from at that range. What are your sticking points? Do you want a bulb projector or LED/laser? Do you want 4K or is 1080p enough? Do you want a smart OS? Do you want built in speakers? Is advanced keystoning important?
@@TheHookUp No speakers. Bulb is fine. 4k is not necessary. Not sure about advanced keystone as it should be easy to set up. A short lag would be nice. Short throw would be nice. Movies in a basement is the goal. 120 inch screen ballpark. Have heard 3 chips is recommended for better color.
@@jonboypointer Sounds like you want a BENQ TH671ST: amzn.to/3WMhYbn
1080p, bulb, low latency, short throw, good color. The 3chip vs DLP giving better color is a myth from what I've seen, but if you are someone who noticed the DLP rainbow effect (highly person dependent), you might want to stick with Epson 3LCD.
The prices really jumped up since you made this video. But I found what I was looking for and you saved me a whole bunch of guessing and time. Thank you for this video! Purchased with your link.
Pj40 is getting put in our bedroom to replace our "starter" projector and I'm PUMPED!
Love your super in-depth, no non-sense projector comparisons! They are second to none. I am just beginning to explore projection decorating and purchased an entry level system running some cool AtmosFX projections. I’d like to expand the show using multiple windows in our Victorian home. I am looking to purchase several most-bang-for-the -buck projectors without having to take out a second mortgage. Have you done such a comparison of projection decoration projectors? I could see setting up maybe half a dozen window sized projections. The projectors would only be used for this purpose. Thank you for your time!
I caught the 818C at 40% off! Thanks, Rob. Sent back the HAPPRUN.. which, I will say, both are great deals!
Thank you. Was planning to buy the Epson, but I'm glad you pointed out the bulb-issue.
I have the epson and you’ll be alright for at least 4 years. He got the numbers wrong, is 6000 hrs normal use and 12000 hrs eco mode. If you are going to use it on bright light conditions you can’t go wrong with the epson.
@makaikano is the bulb really not replaceable?
I figured out why the Groview is so bright. It compresses the whites and starts clipping pretty early. Same issue with the Happrun too. I guess it’s a technique for them to maximize the light output for these budget projectors. Sad there isn’t a way to remove the “enhancement” with the onboard calibration.
And yet you're literally wrong if you use your eyes lol
Your work is top notch, thank you so much
@thehookup I bought the Nexigo PJ40 you recommended, and wow I am impressed, thanks buddy. I will be buying a 4K projector you have recommended, thanks for your hard work!!!
What 4k projector?
Update the PJ40 died withing 3 or 4 months, I took it to a shop and there is no fix for it, there is an issue with the power supply, I would not buy it again...
By the way the support was extremely poor.
LOL, today delivery of my Happrun L1 failed and I was refunded. Turns out after shipping to NZ is calculated, the L2 is only $17 more expensive, so I decided to re-buy the L2 instead. The difference in contrast is huge, wish I'd seen this first!!
Hi.
How do you compare the NexiGo PJ40 with the Ultimea Apollo P40?
Both are really hot right now and I want to buy one.
Cheers
Clear, concise & non nonsense? Yah clicking the subscribe button was never this easy 👏
Cant wait to see your vidéo of 2023 models
And Hope ull reach this Time 300 to 400 dollars ❤️
What you did is just greatness. Thankyou! Keep up the good and hard work! God bless you!
Your videos on projectors are stupendous! I’ve learned a lot about projectors and technical lingo 😅. Thanks for keeping the consumer well informed.
Crushed this video buddy. Just ordered the Groview 818C for a cheapo garage golf sim... hope it works! But this was exactly the info I needed
Also... was only $70 on sale!!!
@@thegoalnet5915 I see $139, got a link?
@@Cweskos1 that was 2 weeks ago 😂. That’s like 10 years ago in amazon land. Keep checking for flash sales? I had another golfing buddy who got it for the same price around the same time
Very nice video. Happy that someone out there is testing these budget projectors with real measurements to back it up. Question: How do you think the Yaber Ace K1 would perform in a dual projector setup for a passive 3D setup, with one of the projector upside down so the lens are vertically aligned? Would the image be bright enough after having the filters installed? Every review so far has given high marks to this projector not only in brightness but also in image quality.
hey, I don't really have the answer to that question but I was wondering how the 3d setup works, it seems really interesting.
Thanks! I have been looking forward to this video and you delivered.
Thank you very much for making comparative videos like this one, they are very interesting
Got the happrun for a window display on my christmas show. It is an outstanding value!
You do an amazing reviews. I trust you more than anyone on UA-cam. Thank you for the Review. Do you have a $500 suggestion? Or should I just go with Nexigo PJ40?
Why does it say the epson co w01 lamp/bulb is replaceable??
Where does it say that? This is from the manual;
At the end of the projector lamp's life, the projector displays a message about replacing the projector.
Turn the projector off and consider replacing the projector even if the lamp continues to work.
Warning: If you continue to use the projector after the lamp's life expires, the possibility that the lamp may explode increases.
Great addition for party or just a backyard movie night.
You really made this decision so easy, definitely using your link. Thanks.
Great video. The PJ40 is already out of stock at Amazon. I guess I need to start stalking your videos closer 😂
Love your work and can't wait to for the updated video in December! I have the Nexigo PJ40 in my online cart but can't press buy until I have updated certainty heh
Think about twenty years back... For a image like most of these projectors are produce, you had to pay thousands of bucks...
And now? A simple single LCD like the yaber ace k1 - which I prefer - let you get a cinematic experience with really good contrast and colours for 300 bucks in every room of your home thanks to those keystone features. No bulp change anymore which let you no worry any more about following costs. Incredible, this technology is from measuring and calculating to get the best image evolved to real plug'n play. And sure, you also can spend thousands of bucks today's for your home cinema, but for me, I like these China projectors. Sure, I also got an Epson at home but in the night it's so dam bright for my tiered eyes. My gammabai VAST is so much more comfortable to watch at night.
Personally I started to project for 5 years, and now I'm addicted to the big screen experience. 130 inch in my living room, 90 ich in my bedroom. I think i need one for my bathroom now, cause sometimes I take a longer seat there 💩
Greetings to all projector lovers 🖖
Projector lover here! I've been rocking my Sony HW40ES 1080P projector for many years on a 135" screen. For my main PC, I sit in front of an 8K 75" screen all day. I love that for work, but it is too small to watch movies/TV with! For me, giant screen + good 1080p is > 4K or 8K and HDR to the moon. I will eventually upgrade to a great 4K projector, but no rush.
@@stevetb7777 yeah, there are more like me outside 😅
Yes, my girlfriend cancelled our relationship so no I'm moving to another apartment. And for my broken heart, I will buy me a 4k projector also. And only a couch a small table and a giant giant screen in my new living room!!!! No more female limitations.... Only boys room😉
@@verschepard Sorry to hear that and congrats! I tell ya, I love my g/f but I don't always want to hang out every single night like she does. It can be difficult to find a setup with the right balance..
I bought your top 3 projectors n the Epson for outdoor movie nights. On a 360" screen the epson was ha ds down the only usable projector. the nexigo was the 2nd best but ways beneath the epson, it didn't do well with any ambient light the epson is leauges better imo and can be used an hr before sundown the others can't
It really depends on your use case. The Epson is 6x brighter (3000 lumens vs 500), so it will of course do better in bright situations. However, if you wanted to use the projector in a darkened room the Epson would be pretty terrible due to its poor contrast and bad black levels.
These videos are amazing, I really appreciate this! Will be using the link!
thanks a lot for the great video! this is as perfect of a recommendation video for budget projectors as it can get!
I’ve ordered the mid tier one. Let’s see how it performs. I will come back to post my experience with the Groview 818C. Cheers!
Just got the projector delivered. There is a night and day difference in the quality from the rest. My room is bright, yet I’m able to watch videos without any difficulty.
Glad to hear you like it!
@@TheHookUp thanks for the great review and suggestion!
Id love a 500 euros price range projectors overview!! and How they compare to the under 300 ones and if they worth the 200$ more.
Great review! Much appreciated!
Did you compared Ultimea Appolo 40 ?? ANY recommendations??
Amazing comparison, thanks, this is great channel...
UK Buyers beware - Rob's links (which I'm sure were correct at time of writing) lead to product pages that MIGHT not be correct. I think some Amazon sellers engage in bait-and-switch! For example the Groview 818C link leads to a product with a long title, but no actual model number. When you read the description it look very similar. But the seller has stated in one of the Q&As that the actual product is the RD881 which is the other Groview that Rob spoke about. Just saying - exercise great caution!
Seems like the most difficult thing here is sourcing one of Rob's recommendations, at least here in the UK! All of the products linked to are either sold out, not yet available (PJ40) or price is about 3 times the one mentioned here.
I think that Amazon sellers AND the manufacturers really need to up their game in terms of buyer trust - it's not good!
Totally agree. The only silver lining is Amazon's return policy. Not what you ordered? Send it back and report seller.
@@TheHookUp that's why i ordered on Amazon USA
With current tv prices and 4k being extremely expensive relatively in a projector, I find myself leaning towards tvs more and more for any budget below $1000. Controlling lighting is almost always not done for most people, replacing bulbs is almost always not the same as having the projector new from the factory, dust accumulation is also likely to ruin the user experience (fan noise becomes unbearable) in most cheap projectors as they do not have adequate protection. Factor in the cost of a decent screen and you find yourself better off with a 75" tv that does have 4K and that does not give you all this headache. Remeber that most of the allure of buying a projector is to have that 'cinema-like' large screen experience, so unless you have at least a usable 100" 4k image, it becomes a difficult proposition. It is also difficult to recommend them as a replacement for tvs since most people want light in their living rooms/family rooms.
I used to think that as well, but based off of UA-cam comments I think it is becoming increasingly more common for people to buy a projector for a space that cannot accommodate a TV. People are projecting onto ceilings and walls that don't have nearby power. I agree that up to 75" a TV is going to be a better "Bang for the buck" in terms of clarity and brightness, but sometimes a TV just isn't going to work in a space, and a $200 projector putting up a 75" image still looks pretty good for a fraction of the price of a 75" TV.
@@TheHookUp Absolutely agree my kids and I LOVE our LG Cinebeam HU80KA (the elevator looking one) projecting on the ceiling for our sleepovers. Thanks for taking the time to reply, absolutely love your channel and I always tell people asking me for a recommendation on things you cover to watch your video first then we can talk! Thanks again.
El proyector tiene más vida útil qué un tv 4k últimamente.. Por eso mejor los proyectores
Just bought the Groview through your Amazon link. Thanks.
I intended to buy the PJ40, but did not notice that only the PJ20 was listed. Now I’m going through the process of returning the PJ20!
The PJ40 is linked in the description.
What a fantastic job! Scientific yet clear and understandable to anyone. 👏👏👏
I don't like single LCD projectors since they always have a focus problem. the image is super blurry at the corner, and the brightness is fairly low too. at $300-$400, i'd rather go for a small DLP projectors from anker nebula, kodak luma, aaxa, epson, etc. those projectors are a lot brighter
I own most of those projectors that you listed, you won't find comparable brightness (575+ ANSI) for less than $450 with a DLP projector. The AAXA M7 when plugged in can push 650 ANSI lumens but it sounds like a jet engine doing it. The Luma 450 is less than 200 ANSI lumens for $550.
Excellent comparison. Trying to do this as an average consumer is impossible, especially given the absolute lies the sellers are happy to give in their descriptions (eg Amazon UK, PJ40 specified as 700 ANSI, and that may be the most honest!!).
Have you had the time to do a similar review for the end of 2023, or has there been so little change in the market? One that has caught my eye is the Omnistar L80, would be great if you have an in-depth review of this. I have been waiting for a 'value' projector that can be used in daylight, but thinking it doesn't exist yet.
are we going to get a 2023 update on this, looking at budget projectors for xmas:)
Sub $100 is already updated, $100-600 will be coming in February.
@@TheHookUp might hold off until your video,im looking more in the £200 range, but some of ones recommended in your video no longer available in UK, but been eyeing up the cibest but its ansi seems lacking in your review. And i can get ahold of the groview but colours seem washed out in the video too, the yaber ace a1 and nexigo pj40 are a bit out of what im looking to spend at £300
This perfect exactly the video I was looking for thank you! ❤
thanks for such a thorough review!
Thank you for making this video, very helpful!
I have not seen reviews for Panseba- the one I just ordered. Yes, I know no one has heard of the brand, but no one has heard of these brands either- except Epson.
Got the Groview JQ818C for $95 on Amazon with a $50 coupon. We'll see how it does when I go camping this week.
Please review the Epson EF-12 projector. thank you for your time. May you have a nice day.
Thanks for your video. There is not much review sites for such projectors from Amazon
Thanks for the video I'm thinking about getting a projector for movie night but I'm not sure
I just picked up the 818c for under 100 today on Amazon. Had a 40% off attached to it
Would like to see the Fudoni Aurora P3 included in the next video. It normally costs $229, but is on sale for less than $100 after a 20% off discount and a $100 coupon.
thanks for the video, veryu good. One point that I think you overlooked is that the yaber has a sealed cooling system so no dust on the lens.
I believe the CiBest does as well.
How would the input lag on the Nexigo PJ40 be for gaming? I mostly play games on my switch when my friends come over like Super Smash, Breath of the Wild and Super Mario. Great review!
Your thorough reviews are SO much better than any others I’ve seen for projectors. My hat’s off to you. FYI: I got the NexiGo PJ20 recently and it worked for 2 weeks before a large bright white dot appeared on the display that wouldn’t move or go away. Had to return it. Oddly enough, 2 of the 3 Tenker projectors I also purchased for our Halloween digital decorations also had a similar problem, but in large black spots or lines so I wound up returning 3 of the 4 projectors I purchased all in a 2 week span. All were used indoors and were well cared for so it’s baffling to have a 75% failure rate in 2 weeks across 2 brands. I’m curious if I’m the only person living in this Devils Triangle or if others have similar problems.
One of the reason for white spot is the dust that gets in between polarization glass and lcd.
@@gkumar36 True. I tried to blow it clean but nada. The spot was large and quite round. Pretty certain this wasn’t a dust particle. I called customer support and sent them a picture of the dot and they agreed it was defective.
appreciate all the info
Thanks for this great information. ON your website I clicked the Nexigo PJ40 but takes me to the Groview Amazon page just FYI
Many thanks! I appreciate your hard work.
Thank you for this kind of work; it's much needed. I'm interested in the Groview, but I don't know whether you tested the RD881 or the JQ881C. At the 1:27, 2:00, 3:07, and 4:03 marks in your video, you picture the RD881, which is listed on Amazon at $190. At the 4:52 mark and in the side-by-side test at the 6:01 mark, you list the Groview model as just "881C," which would be a reference to the JQ881C. At the 10:55 mark, you show the Groview JQ881C. Can you provide any clarification on this? I'd like to purchase the Groview JQ881C for $140, but I can't be sure that what you tested isn't the Groview RD881.