Portable projectors allow anyone’s wall into a movie theater instantly. Most are equipped with their own speakers, rechargeable batteries, and streaming apps for your favorite shows. Below are the best portable projectors that are easy to operate, pack enough battery life, small enough to toss into your bag, and budget-friendly.
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector
This reliable portable projector offers an incredible native resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and can project an image up to 120 inches. It is also equipped with dual 5-watt Dolby-tuned speakers, including all the ports you could want. The projector runs one of the most updated versions of Android TV, making it a lot easier to download your favorite apps to stream video and music.
Anker Nebula Capsule Smart Portable Projector
The Nebula Capsule by Anker marks all the boxes of what a portable projector should be. It doesn’t just dish out a clear image but also gives an outstanding sound quality. Plus, you can enjoy your movie time without worrying about dying while it is still on thanks to its 4 hours of battery life. Unfortunately, the picture quality from this device isn’t as detailed or bright but still good enough for most users. The projector has a cylindrical design, too, so it offers a full 360-degree sound.
Anker Nebula Capsule Max
The Nebula Capsule Max is a bit similar to the Capsule projector, except that it is approximately 18% thicker and an inch taller. Plus, when it comes to picture quality, this model gets a 720p resolution image, which means it’s two times brighter than the other. Furthermore, it runs the Android TV operating system, too, so you can easily stream your favorite videos and music from different apps.
Anker Nebula Mars II Pro Portable Projector
Unlike the Nebula Capsule, the Anker’s Mars II Pro portable projector is significantly larger. Fortunately, this one has a fuller sound and a much bigger picture, as well as a convenient leather-like handle for easy transport. It also packs a convenient autofocus function, a 1280 x 720 resolution, and dual 10-watt audio drivers to ensure a full cinematic sound that’s much clearer and louder than the AAXA P7 projector.
AAXA P7 Portable Projector
The AAXA P7 is capable of projecting a 120-inch HD at a bright 600 lumens, which makes it perfect for day use. Plus, this projector offers a range of connectivity options like composite AV, HDMI, Mini-VGA, USB, and microSD. All these ports are handy when you have to share your computer screen in an office setting.
Sony MP-CD1 Portable Projector
Sony’s MP-CD1 projector is almost the size of a smartphone, making it small enough to fit even in your pocket. It may be small in size, but it can still project a 120-inch display on your wall. The MP-CD1 also features metal housing, making it feel more robust and premium than other projectors. Furthermore, it has a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels and can last up to 2 hours of use before your next recharge.
