Best Projectors Under $500 In 2024

The BenQ GV30 and GS50, the second generation of the GV and GS series, were launched at the end of August 2021. The GV30, priced at $599 MSRP, is a 720p High Definition (HD) portable LED smart projector with a brightness of 300 ANSI lumens, while the GS50, priced at $799 MSRP (currently $429 on Amazon), offers a 1080p Full High Definition (FHD) output at 500 ANSI lumens. A distinguishing feature for both is their 2.1 channel Bluetooth speaker with "Extra Bass." Given the portability of these projectors, this onboard sound system eliminates the need to source external audio, making it more convenient for on-the-go use.

Epson's EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 Portable Projector is a new introduction to the market at $429.00, designed for both business presentations and entertainment. With a WXGA (1280 × 800) native resolution and support for Full HD, it delivers 3000 lumens of brightness. Suited for the hybrid work culture, the device aims to strike a balance between professional and leisure needs.

Kenny Tang of Epson America emphasizes that in today's evolving hybrid lifestyles, there is a growing need for adaptable solutions. With the EpiqVision Flex projectors, users get an engaging big-screen viewing experience, whether for business meetings or movies. The projector promises to "own any room" by catering to the diverse needs of hybrid workers.

The Nebula Capsule 3 is a 1,920 x 1,080p Full HD projector using an LED light engine capable of producing up to 200 ANSI lumens of brightness. It has a 120-inch diagonal image display capability. Nebula has replaced the Capsule 3 Laser's operating system with the most recent version of Google TV OS and added native Netflix integration. Furthermore, Nebula's IEA3 (Intelligent Environment Adaptation 3.0) technology facilitates effortless setup, and the Capsule 3 boasts an integrated lithium-ion battery that enables up to 2.5 hours of mobile use.

Projectors from the Capsule series are intended to be portable due to their small size, low weight, and ease of portability. The projectors in the Capsule series are well appreciated for their price and image quality. They are a well-liked option for customers searching for a portable and easy method to watch TV episodes, movies, video games, and even work-related apps while on the road.

Operating on the most recent version of Google TV, this projector offers customers a completely redesigned curated streaming experience with native access to services like Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Apple TV, and Amazon Prime Video right from the projector. The newest and most powerful operating system that Google offers is Google TV.

The Epson EF12 is a projector from their EpiqVision line of smart projectors, which combines the powerful viewing experience that only a projection system can offer with all the features of a smart flat-panel TV.

Even though the LS500 is an excellent device, many consumers choose a smaller portable option that nonetheless has excellent picture and sound quality and smart features. Those are the users that the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 is intended for.

With a brightness of 1000 ANSI lumens, the Epson EF12 is a smart Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) home media projector driven by laser technology. It has all the advantages of a smart TV plus Wi-Fi thanks to the built-in Android TV. Despite its small size, the EF12 boasts a specially crafted speaker system by Yamaha that can rival many small soundbars and sounds better than most flat-panel TVs.