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The MoGo Pro offers a portable 1080p projector and an Android TV streaming media player in one small, battery-powered package.

The MoGo Pro is a portable 1080p projector and Android TV streaming media player in one small, battery-powered package.

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If nothing else, the video quality of the XGIMI MoGo Pro will truly floor you. More than any of the other projectors we reviewed, the projected image was of such high quality that we were momentarily shocked by its clarity and detail. In terms of solely projector capabilities, the XGIMI MoGo Pro offers an all-around fantastic audio/visual experience, with excellent built-in speakers and the aforementioned breathtaking video. With both automatic focus and keystone, this projector provides an excellent and straightforward user experience. Its almost six-inch standing height meant that this projector never needed any form of support to ensure unimpeded projection. Should your needs be more about intra-home portability and movie viewing, this projector will more than meet your requirements.
Unfortunately, despite its incredible projection power, this projector isn't truly portable. Shaped like a brick, and heavy to boot, the XGIMI MoGo Pro was a pain to lug around. Despite a relatively sturdy casing, we wouldn't want to risk it falling. This device is very open about its limited streaming services. Also, its included guide for how to use Netflix and Amazon Prime is not the easiest to process. However, the projector does boast plenty of other Google Play Store services.  Also, it would be a good idea to buy a case if you go for it.

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Save $100 on the Xgimi Mogo Pro, a stellar portable 1080p projector

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The GS2 is one of the brightest and most accurate portable projectors we’ve tested, and the more durable, weatherproof design makes it a good outdoor projector.

Upgrade Pick

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The Anker Nebula Capsule II is the ultimate tool for portable multimedia functionality. This projector's crisp image quality, healthy battery life, and excellent speaker brought the big screen to anywhere. Included with built-in Google Assistant functionality, and a mere button-press transformation from projector to Bluetooth portable speaker, the Anker Nebula Capsule II offers the full multimedia experience. The operating system was easy to navigate, and the pre-installed Google Play store was a wonderful feature that helped find all our preferred streaming sites. Paired with both a remote for at-home viewing and a built-in control-pad on the top of the device for on-the-go projections, this projector prioritizes device-use without any of the confusing back-end configurations. This allowed us to find requisite settings and tools with ease. Lastly, this device easily oriented to any surface with both auto-focus and auto-keystone capabilities.
But just as nothing is completely perfect, neither is this projector. With only a limited number of ports &mdash; AUX, HDMI, USB, and Type C &mdash; this projector may not be for the more nuanced A/V crowd. Moreover, thanks to its extra-fortified casing, this projector was a little bulky. However, the Anker Nebula Capsule II eliminates any need for an accompanying portable speaker, and its strong exterior will make it an excellent choice for any traveler in need of media whenever, wherever.

The Anker Nebula Capsule II is the ultimate tool for portable multimedia functionality. This projector's crisp image quality, healthy battery life, and excellent speaker brought the big screen to anywhere. Included with built-in Google Assistant functionality, and a mere button-press transformation from projector to Bluetooth portable speaker, the Anker Nebula Capsule II offers the full multimedia experience. The operating system was easy to navigate, and the pre-installed Google Play store was a wonderful feature that helped find all our preferred streaming sites. Paired with both a remote for at-home viewing and a built-in control pad on the top of the device for on-the-go projections, this projector prioritizes device use without any of the confusing back-end configurations. This allowed us to find requisite settings and tools with ease. Lastly, this device is easily oriented to any surface with both auto-focus and auto-keystone capabilities.
But just as nothing is completely perfect, neither is this projector. With only a limited number of ports &mdash; AUX, HDMI, USB, and Type C &mdash; this projector may not be for the more nuanced A/V crowd. Moreover, thanks to its extra-fortified casing, this projector was a little bulky. However, the Anker Nebula Capsule II eliminates any need for an accompanying portable speaker, and its strong exterior will make it an excellent choice for any traveler in need of media whenever, wherever.

Budget Pick

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If you are looking for great quality on a tight budget, the ViewSonic M1 guarantees the most bang for your buck. With strong speakers, a good battery life, and a streamlined lens cover, this device provides a great projector experience on a budget. After testing its numerous ports and using them to install several movies onto its internal hard drive, this device offered a great viewing experience. With its small carrying case, which would protect the device from any scuffing, this device prioritizes durability. This projector provides ample protection to all of its ports with an easily removable cover, ensuring longevity.
But alongside any price drop, there are always downsides. The ViewSonic M1 comes without any sort of wireless connectivity, so to utilize the device in a rewarding way, you'll need to either plug in a device and/or install your content onto the hard drive. Moreover, the device's interface was not always the most user-friendly, causing a fair share of time rooting around the sub-menus to find the settings or files we were looking for. Also, the device has a limited battery life, with about two hours of use before it shut off. Given that, the ViewSonic M1 provides with a wonderful projector experience, making it a good option for those on a budget.

The ViewSonic PA503W performed slightly above average across all our testing at a budget-friendly price. One metric where this projector stands out is in its brightness. We measured 2588 lumens during our brightness testing, rendering it a great option for the office since visibility isn't affected by ambient light. The WXGA resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio are also far superior to what most inexpensive models offer, helping to provide a large and clear image. 
Making a device budget-friendly often involves leaving out certain attributes, and the PA503W is no exception. While it shines brightly in the office, its movie projecting is far from impressive. The colors are misrepresented, and the fan noise can be hard to ignore. Only the front feet are adjustable, and the menus are not intuitive. Those things aside, we still feel this is a great option for those looking for a budget-friendly office projector. 

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