From options for bright conference rooms or ones with long battery life for out-of-town presentations, we’ll help you choose the right projector for you. The portable projector has plenty of connection options, including HDMI, VGA, and USB, while it also supports both Windows and macOS-based computers. It comes with a remote for intuitive and easy-to-use controls, and a carrying case is available to protect the unit from damage during travel. The projected image size ranges from a minimum of 30 inches to a maximum of 300 inches, easily fitting your presentation to any room size. Weight: 4.85 pounds | Dimensions: 4.33 x 11.57 x 8.58 inches | Throw distance range: 3.9 to 43 feet | Contrast ratio: 22,000:1 | Hours of life: Up to 15,000 In addition to both iOS and Android compatibility, the portable projector features HDMI, AV, and VGA wired connections as well as an SD card slot, allowing you to connect with any computer or mobile device and even play media right from a memory card. The built-in stereo speakers give you clean, clear sound. It also comes packaged with a carrying case for easy travel, a tripod for quick set-up, and both an HDMI and AV cable. Weight: 6.28 pounds | Dimensions: 14.96 x 8.66 x 5.12 Inches | Throw distance range: 7 to 20 feet | Contrast ratio: 6,000:1 | Hours of life: Up to 60,000 It also features 1080p HD resolution and LCD projection technology for great video and image quality. The lamp—which gives you up to 5,500 lumens of brightness, perfect for almost any lighting environment—is rated for up to 50,000 hours of life, ensuring that the projector will last for years. The built-in stereo speakers feature noise reduction tech so you can play crisp, clear audio during your presentations. Weighing just over two pounds, this portable projector is easy to move from room to room or to take with you on business trips. Weight: 2.17 pounds | Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.8 x 2.8 inches | Throw distance range: 5 to 16.6 feet | Contrast ratio: 4,000:1 | Hours of life: Up to 50,000 The small projector has an instant on/off cycle, so you’ll spend less time waiting for it to warm up. It comes with a built-in rechargeable battery that gives you up to 90 minutes of run time—ideal for the average meeting or client presentation. It also has an onboard media player, as well as connections for HDMI, mini-VGA, composite video, USB, and even microSD cards. Even more, the built-in two-watt speakers give you clear audio for video clips. Weight: 1.48 pounds | Dimensions: 4.7 x 4.4 x 2.7 inches | Throw distance range: Not listed | Contrast ratio: 2,000:1 | Hours of life: Up to 30,000 The lamp is also rated for up to 15,000 hours of life and produces up to 3,800 lumens. If you have to demo games, it has an enhanced gaming mode that features a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth motion and an 8.4ms response time for reduced input lag. The projector has input ports for HDMI, VGA, USB, and audio connections so you can use any media player, mobile device, or computer with it. It also has a built-in 10-watt speaker for superior audio playback. Weight: 7.70 pounds | Dimensions: 12.4 x 9.5 x 4.5 inches | Throw distance range: 1.3 to 4.4 feet | Contrast ratio: 50,000:1 | Hours of life: Up to 15,000 This portable projector features a zoom wheel, so you can adjust your screen size from 45 to 300 inches without having to move the unit. It also has a throw distance from 5 to 29 feet, allowing you to use it in small conference rooms or large lecture halls. The dual five-watt speakers are coupled with a silent-operating cooling system for superior audio. Additionally, the projector has a ton of connectivity options from HDMI and USB inputs to composite video and audio connections. Weight: 5.70 pounds | Dimensions: 11.8 x 11 x 4.4 inches | Throw distance range: 5.4 to 29 feet | Contrast ratio: 8,000:1 | Hours of life: Up to 100,000 In addition to a 50-inch minimum and 300-inch maximum screen size, this portable projector has a built-in keystone correction wheel so you can quickly and easily adjust the screen to suit your space. It is compatible with both iOS and Android devices and has connections for HDMI, VGA, USB, AV, audio, and SD cards. It also comes packaged with a carrying case for protection against damage during travel and storage. Weight: 8.3 pounds | Dimensions: 15.35 x 15.35 x 5.90 Inches | Throw distance range: Not listed | Contrast ratio: 5,000:1 The lamp provides up to 3,600 lumens of brightness. The lens features automatic vertical keystone correction and a scroll wheel for horizontal keystone adjustments. This portable projector comes with a carrying case for convenient travel and storage, VGA and USB cables, and a remote for easy-to-use controls. Weight: 6.2 pounds | Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.8 x 3.4 inches | Contrast ratio: Not listed | Hours of life: Not listed This portable projector has smart functionality and 16GB of onboard memory, so you can download and access media from the unit for fast and easy presentations. The built-in Harman Kardon speakers also give you the best, room-filling sound possible. For protection, this projector has an automatic feature that turns the unit off when it detects objects that are too close to the lens. Weight: 1.70 pounds | Dimensions: 5.7 x 4.96 x 1.57 inches | Throw distance range: 0.64 to 2.66 feet | Contrast ratio: 120,000:1 | Hours of life: Up to 30,000
What to Look for in a Portable Projector
Wired vs. Wireless
Wireless projectors offer a lot more flexibility than wired options. They provide a cleaner look, faster set up, are easier to travel with, and can link up with your smart devices. However, wired options are known for their reliable connections. If you know you’ll be using your projector somewhere with spotty Wi-Fi, you may want to look at a wired projector.
Compatibility
A wired projector’s compatibility with other devices will depend on whether or not your device has a port for the connections it provides, such as HDMI, USB, etc. For example, a wired projector can probably connect to most laptops, but phones or tablets are unlikely unless you have an adapter. Wireless projects can connect via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, so they are compatible with a wider range of devices.
Hours of Life
Hours of life refer to how long your lamp can run without flickering or burning out. You can find projectors with as little as 1,500 hours of life or as high as 100,000 hours. The number differs based on the type of lamp the projector has. Common types of lamps include halide, LED, and laser. LED lamps usually have greater hours of life than the rest.
