Best Cheap Projectors

HapRun H1

• Good for the money in dark rooms.
• User: "Get a happrun h1. Can’t go wrong for the money as long as you are using it in a dark room."

EMOTIONAL Projector

• Bulky and takes time to set up.
• Best for movies.
• User: "The "emotional" projector, while powerful, is quite bulky. The best choice for movies."

SPLENIC Projector

• Sharp and vibrant picture but notorious for flickering.
• Great for presentations but not for videos.
• User: "the "splenic" projector's picture is sharp as it is vibrant but it's notorious for flickering. great for presentations but don't expect it to play videos"

SELF Projector

• Great for short videos but not practical for slide shows.
• Goes to sleep when not in use.
• User: "the "self" projector is just the opposite-- great for short videos but not a practical choice for slide shows"

MENTAL Projector

• Best hardware and offers many options but pricey.
• Recommended for target audiences.
• User: "the "mental" projector has the best hardware, offers the most options but they're pricey and i think in your case it's more than you need *recommended for target audiences"

EGO Projector

• Requires thorough understanding for operation.
• User: "and if you get your hands on the "ego" model, well, be sure to read the user manual. it isn't going to work unless you really know what you're doing"

VANKYO V630

• User: "Nice! I got a new VANKYO V630 for $40"

HOPVISION Projector

• Basic, manual focus and keystone, limited features.
• User: "The budget projector is called HopVision, it’s around 220 plus taxes, but it’s on sale most of the time (180$)"

ViewSonic PX728 4K

• Recommended for up to 1250 Euros.
• User: "The best you could do up to 1250 (!) Euro is this one"

Optoma HD131XE

• Goes strong even after 50k hours.
• User: "I ran one for the last decade 131xe it's got over 50k hours on it, and it is still going strong."

Epson 2150 Home Cinema

• User: "WE love our Epson 2150 Home Cinema."

Pros and Cons

• Pros: Cheap projectors can be good for casual watching and movie nights. Some offer decent quality for the price.
• Cons: Cheap projectors may have issues like dimness, poor sound quality, and limited lifespan. High-quality branded projectors offer better color, sharpness, and longevity.

Additional Notes

• It is recommended to consider used or refurbished high-quality projectors from reliable brands like Epson and BenQ for better overall performance.
• Checking projector forums like ProjectorCentral can provide valuable information for making a decision on projectors.