Multimedia projectors are undeservedly deprived of attention in our country. A modern projector can replace a TV with Smart TV, become an indispensable device for a home theater. The user at the same time, at least, maintains eye health due to the uniform dispersion of light over the entire projected area. There are small, pocket projectors: they are suitable for business people who often offer their goods and services. I also did not forget to include these in the TOP-15 best projectors from Aliexpress. When compiling the TOP list, I focused on the characteristics of the models and user reviews, trying to choose for you really the best devices from the hundreds of thousands offered in the Chinese market. I really hope that the information I collected will be useful to you.
VS YG-300
A budget "pocket" mini-projector that can always be at hand. Dimensions - 127 × 81.5 × 48.5 mm. Weight - slightly more than 0.5 kg. Outwardly, it looks more like a toy. Equipped with LED downlight. Estimated service life - 30 thousand hours. Brightness - 800 Lm, contrast - 800: 1. Projection distance - 1-2 m. "Omnivore" in terms of the connected equipment. Connectors - HDMI, USB, AV, VGA, mini-Jack 3.5 mm. There is a microSD slot. Declared support for MP3 / WMA / OGG / AAG / FLAC / APE / WAV, JPEG / BMP / PNG, all video formats and TXT documents. In practice, it does not cope with all of them, does not support some video codecs, the video being played freezes, there is an out of sync with sound. Control - buttons on the body or remote control. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- compactness;
- many connectors.
Minuses:
- mediocre image (it does not produce the declared Full HD resolution, the brightness is too low for daylight);
- sound quality;
- does not support some video codecs;
- the remote control does not hold the battery compartment cover;
- the set does not include connection cables.
Recommended by the manufacturer for use in the office, but, rather, can only serve as a good "toy" for entertainment in the country, nature, etc. Its compactness is the main trump card. If, in addition to dimensions, image quality is important, I recommend Salange YG300.
Salange YG300
If you thought that the previous rating participant was the smallest, you were mistaken. Salange YG300 has dimensions of 125 × 85 × 45 mm. Weight - 245 g. It is similar in design to the VS YG-300, but with a different arrangement of connectors and buttons. This projector uses a new generation of American Bridgelux LED luminaire. It has adjustable brightness of 400-600 lumens and support for Full HD. The projection distance is 1-3 m. Like the VS YG-300, there are problems with certain video codecs. Control - push-button or remote control. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- compactness;
- many connectors;
- good image compared to VS YG-300;
- good sound for such a mini-device.
Minuses:
- the image needs to be projected onto the screen (its quality on the wall with wallpaper leaves much to be desired - not enough brightness for viewing during the day);
- does not support some video codecs;
- the set does not include connection cables.
More expensive than the VS YG-300 by only , but produces an image quality is much better. It is hardly suitable for video playback: there is a slowdown, desynchronization with sound, and for relaying images from any sources - an excellent option for its price.
AUN D40W
Differs from the models listed in the rating:
- Dimensions - 196 × 165 × 79 mm.
- Brightness - 1600 Lm.
- Lower resolution - HD.
- Wi-Fi support for transferring images from a smartphone or tablet without a cable.
- The presence of a speaker with SRS Sound support.
In terms of image and sound quality, this model definitely wins. Price - .
Pros:
- price;
- good image;
- good sound;
- DLNA, Miracast, AirPlay support;
- many connectors.
Minuses:
- does not support some video codecs;
- a small margin of brightness;
- cables for connection are not supplied.
The projector is suitable for offices (product presentations) and home use. Definitely worth the money. But there are problems with independent video playback - some formats and codecs are not supported.
ThundeaL TD90
A projector with a solid technical "stuffing": processor - MSD6A358 Cortex-A35, graphics processor - Mali-400MP, 1 GB of RAM + 8 GB of ROM. Supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth. Runs on Android 6.0. Access to the network, quick installation and launch of applications. There is Miracast, Airplay - wireless image transmission from the screen of a smartphone or tablet. You can connect a wireless mouse, Bluetooth speaker. The brightness of the built-in LED lamp is 2800 Lm, the maximum resolution is Full HD with 3D support. Double the contrast - the image is detailed, it does not break up into pixels. Sound - built-in 5W speaker with support for SRS Sound technology and AC3 codec. Control - by buttons on the body or from the remote control. Price - .
Pros:
- powerful hardware;
- Android 6.0;
- advanced functionality - a full-fledged media device with network access;
- reproduces all modern formats of audio, video, graphics;
- good sound;
- high-quality image;
- contrast - 2000: 1.
Minuses:
- have problems logging into your Google account;
- the noise of the cooling system in silence is palpable;
- sometimes it gets very hot during work;
- in strong lighting, the brightness is not enough;
- there is no RCA connector, it is suggested to use an adapter with a mini-Jack 3.5 mm (included), which is inconvenient;
- no HDMI, VGA cables included.
A good projector for home and office, has a wide multimedia functionality. Not a bad alternative to Smart TV. It is necessary to take into account the level of illumination of the room.
AUN C80UP
Like the ThundeaL TD90, it has a solid hardware - Amlogic S905X processor, 1 GB of RAM, 8 GB of constant. Manages all this Android 6.0. The brightness is slightly lower - 2200 lumens, but, according to the manufacturer, it can decode 4K video at the maximum available Full HD resolution. 3D supported. Sound - Built-in 5W speaker with SRS Sound and AC3 support. The potential for interaction with transmitting devices is enormous - all current connectors + Wi-Fi, Bluetooth with Miracast support. Price - .
Pros:
- powerful hardware;
- Android 6.0
- advanced functionality - a full-fledged media device with network access;
- reproduces all modern formats of audio, video, graphics;
- good sound;
- high-quality image;
- high definition video decoding;
- 2 pairs of 3D glasses included.
Minuses:
- there is no RCA connector, it is proposed to use an adapter with a mini-Jack 3.5 mm (included), which is inconvenient;
- weak sensitivity of the remote control;
- the noise of the cooling system is heard in silence;
- in strong lighting, the brightness is not enough;
- no HDMI, VGA cables included;
- poor Wi-Fi reception;
- there are problems with the AppStore;
- the power supply is very hot.
Owners of AUN C80UP face almost the same problems as users of ThundeaL TD90 - insufficient brightness, instability of the operating system. In practice, the price of the projector is justified only by complete 3D glasses.Their quality is not high, so if you are not going to watch videos in 3D or you already have such glasses, you can save and buy the ThundeaL TD90.
AAO YG420
It differs from the two previous participants in the rating in a more pleasant design: rounded corners, reduced dimensions. Has a "stripped down" functionality, does not support wireless communication protocols. It can relay video from a source via HDMI, VGA, RCA and independently play music, video, graphics from flash drives up to 64 GB. Image brightness - 2800 Lm, 16.7 million colors. Contrast - 2000: 1 or 3000: 1 Maximum resolution - Full HD. The technology of digital image enlargement is provided. Price - .
Pros:
- LED lamp of the German manufacturer Osram;
- design;
- many connectors;
- image quality;
- contrast.
Minuses:
- price;
- does not support wireless communication technologies;
- in strong lighting, the brightness is not enough;
- does not support AC3;
- no HDMI and VGA cables included;
- the noise of the cooling system in silence.
The picture and sound quality of this projector is good, but the price seems too high to me. You can save more by purchasing ThundeaL TD90 or AUN C80UP, which are enhanced by Android OS and support for wireless communication protocols.
CRENOVA 2019
Novelty of the Chinese manufacturer of projectors with an LED lamp with a brightness of 4000 Lm and a declared service life of up to 50 thousand hours. Features:
- 4K video decoding;
- 3D support;
- Android OS;
- Support for wireless communication protocols.
Such a projector will cost .
Pros:
- lamp resource;
- Android 6.0
- functional;
- high-quality image;
- high definition video decoding.
Minuses:
- unstable operation of the OS;
- in strong lighting, the brightness is not enough;
- no HDMI and VGA cables included;
- noise of the cooling system in silence;
- gets very hot during operation.
As a projector, the model works fine. There is enough stock of brightness, the image is of high quality. The multimedia functions are not well implemented, the operating system and applications are unstable. Nothing better can be found in this price segment, but you can save. Check out the ThundeaL TD90 and AUN C80UP models. Their disadvantage will be only lower brightness.
BYINTEK SKY K9
It is produced by a well-known Chinese manufacturer in two versions - the base one and the Multi-screen. The second is distinguished by support for DLNA, Miracast, Airplay. Both versions are equipped with a 3000 lumen LED lamp. Contrast - 1800: 1, which provides a bright, high-quality image in a moderately lit room. There are all the necessary connectors, you can connect via HDMI, USB, VGA, RCA (via an adapter), mini-Jack 3.5 mm. Management - buttons and remote control. Price - .
Pros:
- design;
- price-quality ratio";
- good image;
- many connectors;
- functional.
Minuses:
- not supported by AC3;
- the speaker wheezes at full power;
- it gets very hot during work;
- no HDMI and VGA cables included;
- freezes when working on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth;
- it is noisy;
- the margin of brightness is not enough for viewing in daylight;
- no 3D support.
The model is worthy of attention as a home projector. The basic version is enough for most users. If you are going to use Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, purchase the “Multi-screen” version, but you cannot say that the Android system is 100% efficient in it. If you need a really working Android projector, you have to come to terms with the fact that you will have to pay more for it. .
AUN X3
Pocket projector with good image quality: brightness - 2000 lumens. Weight - only 200 g. Useful for business people and travel lovers. Equipped with a battery capacity of 3,200 mAh - enough for 2 hours of battery life. Management - buttons on the body. Connectors - USB, HDMI, Audio, DC-in. You can transfer an image from a smartphone using the Screen Mirroring function. Price - .
Pros:
- compactness;
- design - available in 3 colors;
- 2 years warranty;
- battery operation;
- image quality.
Minuses:
- price;
- can be damaged. In the kit there is no cover for storage and transportation (sold separately);
- no Wi-Fi and Bluetooth;
- no HDMI and VGA cables included;
- the margin of brightness is not enough for viewing in daylight;
- gets very hot during work;
- the battery in some modes lasts less than 2 hours;
- difficulties arise when connecting certain phone models via a wireless protocol.
This projector is clearly overpriced. It is impractical to use it at home with so many disadvantages. It is necessary for businessmen and those who, by the nature of their work, often make multimedia presentations. Good for travelers, although battery life is low. An alternative to it is ThundeaL T18, but it costs almost 5 thousand more.
ALSTON M5 M5W
Projector for office and home. Brightness - 5500 Lm. Dynamic contrast ratio - 15000: 1. 3D support. The ability to fine-tune the image by the user. The resource of the LED lamp is up to 50 thousand hours. Connectors - 2 USB, 2 HDMI, AV, VGA, mini-jack 3.5 mm, LAN. You can connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi - install applications, spend your free time on the Internet watching your favorite content, or connect any device that supports the wireless protocol. Price - .
Pros:
- metal case;
- lamp life;
- multilayer optical lens with a protective heat-resistant coating;
- good image;
- 4K decoding;
- 3D support;
- maximum image diagonal - 200 inches;
- digital zoom;
- good sound;
- functional;
- stable internet connection via LAN or Wi-Fi;
- innovative cooling system.
Minuses:
- no HDMI and VGA cables included;
- Android OS is unstable;
- have difficulties logging into your Google Play account;
- does not support AC3.
A good projector for home theater setup. Taking into account the fact that the Smart-functions of the model are not brought to perfection, I think the price tag for the projector is too high, although in terms of image quality this model clearly surpasses all competitors above.
ThundeaL T18
Pocket projector with futuristic design, touch controls and touchpad. Under the "hood" of this "UFO" is a New tech Mali-450 MP2, RK3328 graphics processor, 64-bit quad-core Cortex-A53 processor, up to 1.5 Hz, 1/2 GB of RAM and 16/32 ROM - two versions are available on choice. Android 7.1.2 manages it all. An OSRAM Q6 xenon lamp with a service life of up to 30 thousand hours was installed. Brightness - 2400 Lm. Contrast - 2000: 1. Despite the miniature lens, after processing it produces a good image with a diagonal of 60 to 120 inches, but the manufacturer calls 80 the optimal one, the projector should be located 2 meters from the screen. Additional functionality related to network access is offered. The device is easier to operate than analogues from other manufacturers. The secret lies in the touchpad and touchpad: it is small, but it makes life easier for the user who does not have a wireless mouse. Eshare app is preinstalled for wireless smartphone connection. Autonomous operation is provided by a 4200 mAh battery. It will last for 1.5-2 hours. Charging from PowerBank is possible. Price - .
Pros:
- design;
- compactness;
- set (bag, HDMI cable, tripod, remote control);
- USB 3.0;
- Android 7.1.2 works stably;
- touch control with a touchpad;
- functional;
- 4K decoding;
- automatic keystone correction.
Minuses:
- does not support external hard drive;
- the lens is not protected;
- noise during operation;
- no built-in speaker - you need external acoustics in the form of, for example, a wireless speaker.
The solution for home and office is a compact portable projector with excellent image quality and great functionality. You can surprise your friends with the design of the device.
BYINTEK UFO P10
Another small projector that is convenient to keep close at hand. It differs from the previous form - a classic parallelepiped, 2 GB of RAM, brightness - 3000 lm, contrast - 2000: 1, speaker with a power of 2 W. All this affects the quality of work and image clarity. Off-axis technology 100% - the position of the center of the lens is shifted by half the height of the screen so as not to lose part of the image when the projector is on a level surface.
In terms of sound, it is there, and this is a plus, but external acoustics will be useful. Supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth - wireless connection of smartphones and tablets, network access, online cinemas, favorite applications, games.Built-in 4200 mAh battery - up to 2 hours of operation, support for Power Bank. Control - from the remote control or a special mouse with voice input and keyboard (purchased separately). Price - .
Pros:
- complete set (tripod, USB charging cable);
- compactness;
- good image;
- digital zoom;
- 4K decoding;
- functional.
Minuses:
- inconvenient control from the remote control;
- tripod quality;
- when a signal is output through aux, the sound disappears;
- the output current of the Power Bank must be 3A;
- there are problems with synchronization from phones - slows down, periodically disconnects.
The projector is good, but taking into account some shortcomings, it would be appropriate to save money and buy ThundeaL T18 - it looks more spectacular, it is convenient to operate it, a pleasant bonus - savings are almost ... But they will have to be spent on acoustics if you don't have a wireless speaker or soundbar.
AAO YG620
Home theater projector. Has a brightness of 6500 lumens. Contrast - 3000: 1. Input resolution - 1920 × 1080. Manual focus. Digital zoom - the picture is bright, detailed, customizable and enlarged. The sound is voluminous, but external acoustics are still useful. There are all modern interfaces, support for all formats and codecs, including audio AC3. Lacks support for wireless protocols and network access. This is offered in the improved YG621 model. Price - .
Pros:
- excellent image with a margin of brightness (you can watch it even in the daytime);
- lamp resource - 50 thousand hours;
- 3D support;
- "Omnivorous" media player;
- digital zoom;
- good sound;
- quiet work.
Minus:
- no Android and no network access.
Ideal projector for those who do not need access to the network and wireless protocols Wi-Fi, Bluetooth. 100% of buyers on Aliexpress rated this projector as the highest.
WZATCO C2
Multimedia projector with 4K decoding and 5000-6500 lumens peak brightness. The native resolution is Full HD. Super color technology is used - natural color rendering. The maximum projection size is 250 inches. The resource of the LED lamp is 50 thousand hours. Great sound - 2 x 10W speakers with surround sound, AC3 support. It is offered in three versions - without Smart-functions, with external Android 9.0, 4 GB RAM + 32 GB ROM and with external Android 9.0, 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM. External Android refers to an Android TV box connected to the HDMI port. Price - .
Pros:
- metal case;
- good image with a margin of brightness;
- lamp resource - 50 thousand hours;
- great sound;
- the ability to connect Android tv box;
- availability of all modern interfaces;
- "Omnivorous" media player.
Minuses:
- lack of contrast;
- noise during operation;
- there is a marriage in the remote control;
- gets very hot when playing high-definition video.
Not a bad projector for a home theater, but considering the price and external Android, the need to purchase, install additional equipment and configure it, I recommend ALSTON M5 M5W - you can save $ 50. If Smart features are not important to you, the AAO YG620 is your best bet.
Xiaomi mijia mini projector
The most expensive projector in the rating. Can compete with any modern TV. Four-way LED projection is a technology that uses a fourth - blue - lamp color. Brightness - 6000 lm, natural color rendering regardless of the room illumination level. HDR Support - High definition and detail in high definition images. 4K decoding, 3D support. Great sound - Built-in speaker with Dolby Digital support, gives you a rich, detailed sound like in a movie. Responsible for performance is the modern Amlogic T968-H processor, which is installed in premium projectors. Memory - 2GB DDR3 RAM + 8GB ROM. Powered by Android OS with MIUI TV proprietary shell - will be appreciated by those who have previously used the brand's TVs There are all modern interfaces, wireless technologies. There are no problems with their use. Price - .
Pros:
- compactness;
- weight;
- design;
- the optical system is protected from dust;
- good image with a large margin of brightness;
- HDR support;
- good sound;
- powerful hardware;
- OS with MIUI TV shell;
- the ability to voice search in applications.
Minuses:
- white (easily soiled);
- noise during operation;
- sometimes freezes when working over the network.
I think the price of the projector is too high. WZATCO C2 costs 11 thousand cheaper, slightly inferior in functionality, provided that you purchase a version with a TV box. If you don't need Smart functions, I recommend the AAO YG620 - in my opinion, the best model for setting up a home theater in terms of price-quality ratio.
