Laser Projectors | Education, Business, Home Theater | 4K resolution (DCI-P3 90% coverage), 2800 ANSI Lumens (Base) ▲ 3200 (Advanced), Short Throw (0.25:1 ratio), Built-in Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) | ⭐ High brightness for well-lit rooms (equivalent to 200W halogen bulb) ⭐ Short throw minimizes shadows in small spaces ⭐ Smart connectivity for seamless streaming | Higher cost than LED projectors, bulkier than pico models |
LED Projectors | Home, Small Offices | 1080p resolution, 2000 ANSI Lumens, 15,000 hours lifespan (IEC 62061) | Lower cost (≈$500-$800) Energy-efficient (30W power draw) | Limited to indoor use (not daylight-compatible) Shorter lifespan than laser |
Pico Projectors | Travel, Presentations on the Go | 720p-1080p resolution, 300-500 ANSI Lumens, Compact size (100x50x20mm) | Pocket-sized (≈200g) Battery-operated (2-3 hours) | Low brightness for groups (>5 people) Noisier fans (45 dB vs. 30 dB in laser) |
Short Throw Projectors | Classrooms, Home Theaters | 0.3:1 throw ratio, 2000-3000 ANSI Lumens (ISO 21118), DLP/LCD technology | Ideal for interactive setups (e.g., whiteboard) Compact footprint | Higher cost (≈$1,200+) Limited zoom range for screen size adjustments |
High-Brightness Projectors | Large Venues, Outdoor Events | 5000+ ANSI Lumens (ISO 21118), DLP technology, 3000 ANSI+ for daylight use | Visible in daylight (e.g., outdoor events) Supports 100"+ screens | Bulky design (≈30 lbs) Requires dedicated cooling systems |
Smart Projectors | Home Entertainment, Meetings | Built-in Android TV OS, 1080p+, Wi-Fi 5 (IEEE 802.11ac), HDMI/USB ports | Plug-and-play with Netflix/YouTube Supports voice commands (Google Assistant) | Limited MEMC/HDR10 support in budget models Overheats during prolonged use |