8 Magnificent mini projectors for great home entertainment

With the ability to stream TV, films and games now easier than ever, home entertainment in the modern day is seemingly everywhere. Home theatre systems can be relatively easy to get up and running, with soundbars, speakers, a main viewing screen and just a bit of room planning.

Contrary to popular belief you don’t necessarily have to break the bank to get a great projector and home entertainment technology has come a long way in recent years. We now have models like the smart Samsung Freestyle that can freely rotate and mini projectors that do the same job as a standard projector.

Here are a few great choices for mini projectors currently available for you to take a look at.

Small enough to fit in your bag for taking around, this projector has a free-standing swivel design, which can easily be repositioned.

It’s great to use in day or night with Wi-Fi 6 and has automatic orientation to adjust its project screen to whatever surface is being used, for optimal viewing.

Display resolution – 720p

Display type - LCD

This mini projector is a perfectly portable size and comes with a carry handle. Also included is 3D SRS premium surround sound and functions on 2.4G dual band Wi-Fi for minimal lag when in use.

The projector works in native 1080p (full HD) to provide a bright and clear picture, and focus can be easily adjusted by remote.

Display resolution – 1080p

Display type - LCD

This small projector can snugly fit on a table in your living room or bedroom, utilising 2.4G Wi-Fi screen mirroring for minimal delay when playing media.

It’s compatible with iOS, android and smart TV sticks for a range of uses and has 40-degree auto-correction for adjusting screen size when displaying on different surfaces.

Display resolution – 1080p

Display type - DLP

The Nexigo PJ40 is a more conventional projector in size and design, displaying native 1080p video at 700 lumens and being able to project a maximum screen of 300”.

Its display has great brightness adjustment depending on the environment being used. Also featured is adjustable fan speed to regulate ambient noise.

Display resolution – 1080p

Display type - LCD

With a unique and conveniently foldable free-standing design, this ViewSonic projector is perfect for angling up to display a screen up to a size of 100 inches. It features HDMI, USB connectivity and can also be used via screen mirroring.

The projector has an internal battery to provide up to six hours of power, leaving you with several hours of use in a single go.

Display resolution – 720p

Display type - LCD

Taking the mini projector angle to the extreme (being around the size of a can of cola), this projector still packs a punch.

The Anker Nebula can display a screen size up to 100 inches and features an omnidirectional speaker, which is perfect for propagating sound around a room. Plus, with Android 7.1, you can play content directly from your favourite streaming platforms and apps for hours of entertainment.

Note: Copyrighted content from Hulu, Netflix and similar services cannot be screen mirrored or screencast. Download and use the apps through the capsule projector.

Display resolution – 480p

Display type - DLP

Coming in a compact-sized package, the N1 projector is certified by Netflix for official use, with a handy remote and hotkeys for popular streaming services (also including Prime Video and YouTube).

The projector has native 1080p resolution and utilises HDR10 coupled with 500 ANSI lumens for great contrast and clear picture quality. Meanwhile Dolby Digital + integration will help to provide you with a more immersive audio experience. The projector also has a few different connectivity options including LAN, HDMI and USB.

Display resolution – 1080p

Display type - LCD

Compatible with popular apps like Netflix and the Google Play store, as well as having Bluetooth connectivity, this projector has great versatility for home entertainment. It’s a tabletop-mounted projector that can also double as a speaker with Bluetooth and the use of an auxiliary cable. Powered by androidTV 10.0, you can cast media from an android or iOS device for easy viewing

Also featured is manual focus, allowing you to digitally zoom in and out on the display and make adjustments to optimise your viewing experience.

Display resolution – 1080p

Display type - LCD

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