Should you buy a portable projector? That depends.

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I tested 8 of Amazon's best selling battery powered portable projectors to figure out if any of them are worth buying. See all the data I collected here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/...
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Projectors:
Overall Recommendation - Anker Mars II Pro:
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Top Performers:
XGiMi Halo:
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BENQ GV30:
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Great for Artists:
EZCast Beam J2:
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Other Projectors Tested:
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0:00 intro
0:37 Evaluation Criteria
1:40 Price, Size and Form Factor
2:16 Brightness and Battery Life
5:04 Clarity and Focus
6:40 Viewing Experience
10:43 Speakers and Fan Noise
13:00 App Compatibility and Ports
13:27 Input Lag
14:16 Conclusions
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@TheHookUp Жыл бұрын

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@keithpierce4094 2 жыл бұрын

The amount of data you've collected and organized and then presented in less than 20 minutes is VERY impressive. Keep up the great work! Most people don't understand the hours and hours it takes to put something like this together, especially as a one man operation.

@TheHookUp 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Each video feels a little bit like a science fair project to me.

@jesperholm3290 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree. Impressive job and extremely pleasent to obtain information like this :D Thanks Rob!

@verb0ze 2 жыл бұрын

This is the gold standard for reviews! I didn't even need to understand all the technical terms, he also explained what the practical implications of the metrics meant! Keep up the good work!

@MoenMe 2 жыл бұрын

This comment has to be pinned, this is a very impressive channel

@psubunny 2 жыл бұрын

Very good job. In the market for a projector. Good review.

@Slange717 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy Samsung tried to play people because I've been trying to figure out what projector to get and all of that led me to you.

@erntaku 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel is quickly becoming one of my go-tos for video equipment reviews. Your testing methodology is super thorough and objective. Your lighting display content is pretty rad too!

@TheHookUp 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@devsullivan 2 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate how you still gave a shout out to the seemingly last place EZCast Beam J2, thinking of a decent potential use case for it compared to the others. Shows that you are not just measuring these things, but also really analyzing who would want them and why.

@TheHookUp 2 жыл бұрын

Looking for something a little less expensive? Check out my other two recent projector reviews: Projectors under $100: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i7KGltOiqJiyhWg.html Projectors between $100-200: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iLSCh5SGvqenp2g.html

@CyraxRagnar 2 жыл бұрын

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@breannarocha3239 2 жыл бұрын

Same I just tried today and it's not working

@mookerblu 2 жыл бұрын

Didn't work for me either

@flyingfireguy 2 жыл бұрын

Ive been loving this series of videos! Love the kinda low cost indepth shoot outs!

@BlackFoxLovesYou 2 жыл бұрын

A truly great, straight to the point, in depth and HELPFUL review!! THANK YOU!

@tyroneearnest4513 2 жыл бұрын

The effort you put into these matchups is amazing, subscribed and much respect.

@felipaopl 2 жыл бұрын

Wow mate, such a well researched/produced video. Literally couldn't find anything nearly close to your analysis elsewhere. Keep up the great work!

@ArgoFowl 2 жыл бұрын

i'm happy there is a human like you out there testing projects, calms me down

@georgehemming6402 2 жыл бұрын

One of the most comprehensive tech comparison and reviews I have ever seen. Very helpful

@babylonfive 2 жыл бұрын

You deserve way more viewers! Great great work on this one.

@pauljones9150 2 жыл бұрын

Once again I'm blown away by the effort put into these videos. 10/10

@TheHellis 2 жыл бұрын

I can't even imagine the time it takes to make your videos. Not to mention any names, but videoing yourself in different costumes and animating heads explode is nice, but the details in your videos lately is just insane. I'm very amazed with your work. Thank you!

@DonNovaStudios Жыл бұрын

This is the most thorough, informative and bias-free product comparison analysis I’ve ever seen. This man’s doing gods work. We must protect him at all costs

@TheHookUp Жыл бұрын

Thanks Corey!

@sking379 2 жыл бұрын

I love this series or projector videos, keep going please, move into mid to high end projectors next please!!!

@yangroger5906 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video to compare different portable projectors within 20 min. Definitely a great video to support making selection. Just got my 1st portable projector BENQ GV30, very easy to project on ceiling to watch movie with kids and came with great sound when lying on the bed. One comment about this video, actually GV30 can support airplay, all you need to do is to click wireless projection app for one time before you can wireless projection from iphone.

@Winnders 2 жыл бұрын

Literally the best reviews I've ever seen. Ever. Thank you x

@kebab3n 2 жыл бұрын

First time i comment a review video! spent an hour going through crappy videos and now i finally found this one. Thank you.

@wadahadlan 2 жыл бұрын

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@Stalwartinitiative 2 жыл бұрын

These projector reviews are so thorough a comprehensive. Thanks

@aaaaa1957 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again. My daughter paints murals and the cheapest projector would make a great surprise gift. I would never have thought to use it as a art tool. Thanks

@vinegar6993 2 жыл бұрын

These are the best reviwes! Not just taking actually showing why with the test. Thanks a lot for these great videos

@deevism 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Just wanted to say that this study was most pertinent in helping me decide on a projector to purchase. Tks so much for doing this.

@TheHookUp 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@thatsawesam 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this. Please do a comparison video on home projectors ($500-$1000) next!

@karene.4196 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely BRILLIANT reviews. The detail, presented in logical, easily digestible categories. Thank you!!!!

@TheHookUp 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@psubunny 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. The amount of info you gave is so helpful. Thank you for saving my time and money.

@odunugaoluwaseun5259 2 жыл бұрын

this was detailed to the core, Well done Sir.

@sararose197 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your research:) It was really appreciated. I just ordered the Ezcast Beam J2 for art. I look forward to it. I’ve tried and returned 4 other projectors before I found your video. I have high hopes for this one. Thank you again. You are incredible.

@maratox Жыл бұрын

Hey! I know it’s been a while but how was your experience with the ezcast beam?

@planegoodmusic Жыл бұрын

Curious also about the art use? Have you seen the Pico Genie projectors?

@MoJoMama71 2 жыл бұрын

You're videos are so well done and very informative! I'm trying to decide on a good 3D projector that won't break the bank. Would love to see a good video like yours on 3D projectors.

@gunnarstoa 2 жыл бұрын

There are very few people I trust with these types of reviews but you are one of them. I hope you and your sponsors appreciate the value you provide in these types of evaluations -- thank you! Now if there were only a similar thoughtful comparison for those of us interested in spending $1000-$2000 for higher-end home theater projectors! Imagine the affiliate revenue potential ;)

@cobbiek 2 жыл бұрын

What a thorough run through. You are a legend 😇

@karankashyap3187 Жыл бұрын

Holy shit dude! This is the best projector comparison video i have seen. Extremely detailed.

@JoelHoekstra1 2 жыл бұрын

These head to heads are great. I'd also love to see a $700-1500 even 2k range for a true home theater setup...

@garithd 2 жыл бұрын

A Bluetooth speaker shootout next? I'm mostly blown away with the detail and effort put into these vids. Love the scientific approach to consumers product comparisons.

@dcast777 2 жыл бұрын

Teachers in this world don't get enough credit, The Hook Up out here proving why we don't pay them enough.

@mattyviper6039 2 жыл бұрын

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@cadburrysiva4962 2 жыл бұрын

That's one great review with all the technical in depth details.. A big thumps up for the effort that you have put on.. Please give similar review for best 4k projectors.

@___Tom 2 жыл бұрын

reeeeeeeally great review! informative, well made and short cut. Thanks!

@levibirks 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best review video I have ever watched! Thank you!

@ourladyoflourdeschurchmp8572 Жыл бұрын

I didn’t know Micro Center was still around. No joke. I always enjoyed going through there.

@ragemydream 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for putting in the work for this video. It's greatly appreciated.

@TheJiBoom Жыл бұрын

To answer your last question, you aren't being too hard at all. You've saved me A LOT of money with this beautiful review and comparison. Was going to buy the xgimi halo but it's literally twice as expensive as the benq in India right now. Will probably go for the benq since I want portability and will eventually buy one of the other projectors you've suggested for fixed viewing. Thank you so much for this. God bless you Sir.

@Tukn 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review! I've seen 3 videos on your channel today. You got a new suscriber.

@adi2807 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Saved tons of effort on my side. Thank you!

@rafaelcarreno778 5 күн бұрын

Excellent video again. Just the info I was looking for.

@wombat7961 2 жыл бұрын

BenQ form factor is highly impressive - something to keep an eye on for sure!!

@carmeneff5997 2 жыл бұрын

You are so awesome thank you for this extremely well tested and educated review !

@AM-vh2vp 2 жыл бұрын

When I see you put the projector outside for test, I instantly give a thumbs up

@Sizosaid 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best review i have ever watched. Good job

@GuillaumeLavoie 2 жыл бұрын

Another Amazing roundup. Great Job

@eschields1012 2 жыл бұрын

wow!!! this is awesome content man! thank you!

@rdwilander 2 жыл бұрын

Now That was a full blown review !!! One thing that might have been good to include would be wattage draw of each as many people who are away camping now have portable solar generators (Li-ion battery pack). Portability of projector & run time not as critical as you use secondary portable external electrical source

@MrTemip 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing comparison, great work. Thank you

@thomasr1051 2 жыл бұрын

Your my review guy. Always informative and concise

@ramonbs6075 2 жыл бұрын

Tons of work here! You deserve more views! Keep going!

@butair1 2 жыл бұрын

Subscribed. Great info. Will be visiting the chart to review to make a decision on a projector purchase.

@Botanifiles 2 жыл бұрын

I'd be interested to see a video on non-portable, plug-in projectors, your scientific methods and obvious familiarity with tech make you an excellent reviewer and source of actually valuable information, thank you

@222dolson 2 жыл бұрын

Love this comparison style

@dykstraq 2 жыл бұрын

You are very thorough, informative and interesting to listen to.

@bluebell1 2 жыл бұрын

Love your channel! Great review once again

@user-xq7xl5br2o 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for nice comparism of the projectors

@SNSTStrider Жыл бұрын

Amazing review. I love that you did a detailed comparison and measured actual ANSI lumens along with comparisions of so many major namebrands. Please review the Nebula Capsule 3!

@TheHookUp Жыл бұрын

That video will be out December 22nd.

@johnmonk66 2 жыл бұрын

Here in NY when a microcenter popped up in Westchester we thought it was another fly by night operation, but I goggled it and found it was a popular store all around the country. Now I recommend it to everyone in the area, it really is a great store. It is what radio shack was 40 years ago, it has everything. Oh, and it is the only store that sells apple products cheaper than you can buy them from apple.

@richardsm 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your work! Very helpful

@andresrodriguez2118 Жыл бұрын

Amazing review!! Probably the best video review I have ever seen.

@greatdaneacdc 2 жыл бұрын

Great job again I’m still on the fence on what to buy Do a lot of camping So I’d take a power pack too ! Thanks 👍🇨🇦

@WindsurfingNelson 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison, assessment, conclusions and recommendations. Super dense information, thanks a lot😁🤙

@TheHookUp 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Tom-km2ol Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for putting this together. One thing that you didnt mention was the exact noise in db for each beamer. This would be super interesting. Thanks!

@TheHookUp Жыл бұрын

Updated version coming out in 4 days, and will include samples of the fan noise and avg dB readings.

@byronmclean9026 Жыл бұрын

Great review. The answer depends on your budget and needs as you highlight. Thanks.

@chrisperrywv 2 жыл бұрын

I have a moire and I love it. But I’m glad there are other options out there. Mine had a green cast in dark scenes.

@timbrykkk 2 жыл бұрын

Your reviews are sooo good!!! 👍👍👍

@shugo7337 2 жыл бұрын

Great video overall. However one thing I'd say you should include in the videos for portable projectors is the distance to make a 100" screen, and if the device has autofocus and/or automatic keystone correction/what sort of keystone correction it has. After all, for a portable display you really want to be able to easily adjust the projector to fill the screen/area and be square/level.

@missbeaussie 2 жыл бұрын

I'd agree on the levelling but personally I don't necessarily want a projector to fill a wall

@overnightclassic2 Жыл бұрын

that's less important because lens throw is a spec that projector companies don't lie bout

@Ozturw Жыл бұрын

absolutely brilliant, thank you for fantastic review

@kimiixDD Жыл бұрын

Wow man. Thank you for pouring a lot out for this,

@kailaashr1568 2 жыл бұрын

absolutely wonderful video with all necessary comparison 😊

@susuksacat2313 Жыл бұрын

Best review ever. Many thanks.

@MatSmithLondon 2 жыл бұрын

One major use case I think is important: the format and possibility of mounting it near bed head to project onto ceiling, so you can watch a movie in bed! Noise is very important in this case as it’s right by your ear (or perhaps lower down if there is a gap between the head of the bed and the wall!)

@myownperfectdisaster 2 жыл бұрын

good job man! lot of work!

@monicahinch5755 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! I cancelled my order for Samsung Freestyle order and followed your recommendation to purchase Mars II Pro. Lack of battery life drives hubby crazy. This will be great for RVing

@powerpopjoey Жыл бұрын

Outstanding review!

@TheRussianLondoner Жыл бұрын

Crazy awesome video, thank you so much

@KN-ml2gp 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks, that's very helpful!

@FioMaravilha1979 2 жыл бұрын

Very impressive review. Great job.

@erfansvideos Жыл бұрын

Amazing breakdown 👏👏👏

@amirrezashakori3865 Жыл бұрын

Great video thanks for all the info.

@RS-handle 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks for all the details

@ESmith 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I grew up in Columbus and moved to FL too! And Microcenter was a toystore for tech nerds. haha

@timfoster5043 Жыл бұрын

I use a variety of AAXA projectors when I'm in Africa, since power is unreliable. I pick them up used off eBay. So far, the AAXA P700 is probably my fave. Optoma MP750 is also good. The fact that they're tiny and can be run on a laptop powerbank is a huge plus for me. It's a bonus that I can run videos off a microSD card. (I don't know if you mentioned that these projectors can do microSD cards or run off a laptop powerbank if necessary) I doubt too many people have those considerations/constraints, but .. anyways. Thanks for your detailed videos!!

@myvote Жыл бұрын

Your presentation is excellent.

@StevoApple Жыл бұрын

You're doing a great job!! Thanx

@TheBankruptSoul 2 жыл бұрын

What an impressive video. Kudos 👍

@laughingoutloud3713 2 жыл бұрын

glad found your channel, thanks

@robovac3557 2 жыл бұрын

What great content. Way beyond what anyone could reasonably expect. And it's all free!!! Free I tells ya!!!!!

@elvereduardodiaz8532 2 жыл бұрын

This guys is brilliant! I love he’s videos

@profitechmedia1841 Жыл бұрын

Perfect! Good job.

@damohr69 2 жыл бұрын

perfect video! thanks

@kenshinflyer Жыл бұрын

Not surprising that BenQ is up there in the top 3 because they have years of experience manufacturing multimedia projectors, breaking Epson's monopoly. We had BenQ projectors for use in our school more or less eight years ago alongside Epson ones. Though, ViewSonic, what happened? You were one of the best back in the day when it comes to display technology (IMO). Then again, portability-wise (with all those cables, I'm kind of tired setting up my Acer projector all the time when I hold classes, not to mention bulky), so maybe I'm considering projectors just like the WeMax Dice and the one from Anker--something to match my iPad Pro 11-incher. I'm looking for that "all-in-one-backpack" kind of deal for my classes that is not totally dependent on the power outlet. Thank you very much for the heads-up on all possible choices!