To get the most out of the World Cup or your large-format video content, even when space is limited, pico projectors, small size and weight video projectors, are an effective solution for XXL viewing.
These ultra-compact, easy-to-install devices go anywhere and allow you to stream high quality images directly from a device to which they are connected.
Image resolution, brightness, ergonomics: Less expensive than large video projectors, pico projectors come in various forms and certain criteria must be taken into account to determine the device that is best suited for its intended use. To guide you among the many references on the market, the Tech&Co staff has selected excellent models of pico projectors.
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Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector (483e)
This elegantly designed pico projector is the ideal companion for travelers thanks to its compact size that makes it easy to transport and store. Equipped with Full HD screen technology compatible with 4K HDR, the Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector is capable of displaying detailed images with good colorimetry and a size between 1 meter and 5 meters diagonally. In addition, its LED lamp guarantees quite considerable brightness for its size (500 lumens).
Simple to use and easy to install on any support (coffee table, furniture, etc.), the device also has an autofocus system that allows you to adjust the sharpness of the image as soon as it is turned on. As for audio, the Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact has two speakers of five watts of power each that offer good sound quality.
Alternatively, the built-in Bluetooth receiver allows the pico projector to be used as a speakerphone to wirelessly stream music from a smartphone. The device provides the essentials in terms of connectivity with the presence of an HDMI 2.0 port, a micro USB-C 2.0 port and a mini jack headphone input. It also includes Android TV 9.0 that allows, among others, access to various streaming services (NetflixDisney+, Prime Video) and Play Store games.
Xgimi Mogo Pro+
Robust and endowed with a very sober design, the Mogo Pro+ shows meticulous finishes and an infallible compactness. This 4K compatible pico projector offers Full HD resolution and comfortable brightness (300 lumens). This configuration guarantees a quality projection with images with good contrast and satisfactory colorimetry, especially in a dark room. The experience is fluid and the presence of an automatic focus and trapezoidal correction system is appreciated.
The Mogo Pro+ has a single speaker whose sound reproduction is reproduced in Dolby Digital+ quality for greater immersion. Equipped with an integrated battery, the machine also has a range of approximately 2h30 in standard use, which is average for devices in its price range.
As for connectivity, the device has a socket to power or recharge it, an HDMI socket and a mini jack port to connect it to a speaker or a home cinema. It is also possible to connect this model via WiFi or connect a smartphone to it via Bluetooth. the interface android The Xgimi Mogo Pro+ TV is ergonomic and provides access to the main streaming applications. It is also possible to control the device by voice using the Google Assistant.
Anker Nebula Mars II Pro
Practical and versatile, the Nebula Mars II Pro has some serious tricks up its sleeve. Very small, it easily fits in a backpack and has good ergonomics. Offering an image definition of 720p associated with a brightness of 500 lumens, the pico projector offers images that hold up well with fairly well calibrated colors. The Nebula Mars II Pro also performs very well when it comes to image autofocus and automatic image keystone correction features.
The sound offered by the pico projector is decent and its built-in battery can last up to 3.5 hours, which puts it in the high-end for this type of device and avoids having to plug it into a socket. Its connectivity is completed with the presence of an HDMI 1.4 input, a USB input and a 3.5mm mini-jack headphone output. The device also has Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi.
Epson EF-12
A high-end model, the Epson EF-12 offers Full HD resolution for smooth, detailed images with great finesse. In fact, on the screen, the Epson EF-12 shows particularly faithful colors and a very significant level of contrast. It also has excellent brightness (1000 lumens), thanks to its built-in laser lighting system. This allows you to watch programs even during the day or in a dimly lit room.
This small size pico projector has autofocus and automatic keystone correction. The audio section also impresses with Yamaha speakers that offer balanced sound reproduction and a very correct level of spatialization. On the connector side, there are two HDMI inputs, as well as a USB-A port and a mini USB port.
Anker Nebula Capsule Max
This pico projector stands out from the competition for its design in the shape of a soda can and its elegant finishes. The projected image (20 inches to 100 inches) is of very good quality, especially in dimly lit rooms. Easy to use thanks to the presence of a remote control that allows easy navigation through its interface, the Nebula Capsule Max’s battery provides three to four hours of autonomy, more than enough to watch a movie.
The pico projector works under Android TV and thus offers the possibility of using YouTube, Netflix, as well as the different streaming platforms (Twitch, Amazon, Disney). In addition, it also incorporates an 8 Watt speaker for good quality broadcast sound. The device is also equipped with several connectors: a jack port, an HDMI port, a USB input and a DC IN port.
Source: BFM TV
