BenQ - HT2050

Im in the same boat. I've had a 1090p Benq HT2050 for 8 years now. I rarely watch 3D, but I want the option. I'm currently saving for a JVC NZ500 or an Epson LS12000. However, neither support 3D to my knowledge.

Budget? I'm in a similar situation as you with my BenqHT2050 for the last eight years. I'm going to get an Epson LS12000 as soon as budget allows.

Projectors last a long time, so spend the money on a good one now. I picked up a $750 1080p Benq, expecting to replace it within three years. It's been eight. I'm now willing to drop $5000 on an Epson LS12000 because I now know it will last me a decade. Silver Ticket screens are solid. Sure the Steward is better, but there's diminishing returns after a certain price. You can always upgrade your screen at a later date, but I doubt you'll feel the need.

I have the Benq 2050 and love it. I think it is an amazing projector for the price. However, if I were to buy it now I would spend a little more and get the 2060 because it is LED and you won’t have a fan noise or picture degradation due to an older bulb. Plus you’ll never have the replace the bulb which isn’t fun. Just my two cents. Under $1000 the Benq.

Mine lasted 9months before it started making fan noises and started over heating. Before it only focused well in the middle, edges were grainy, not clear. got a used benq ht2050, much better brighter image, same your money and get a brand name new or used unit

Benq ht2050, just projecting onto white wall atm

The 2060 is very similar to the 2050 but doesn’t need bumbs and has hdr and will accept 4k input (I believe). Both are very good. The 3550 has 4k pixels. It’s not as bright so only good to 120” in a dim room. All three are solid options

BenQ HT2050 or the updated 2060. Not sure how much or how competitive you play games but I've had fun with some casual halo, star wars Squadrons, Morrowind and Skyrim on mine. They aren't 4k but they look great. Also keep an eye on the factory refurbished site for BenQ and Epson you can score some decent deals.

I have the BenQ 2050A in my bedroom on a 120” screen and 3 years later I’m still loving it. Life changing.

I’d say get a BenQ 2060 if it fits your space. {The 2050A is the previous version, bulb based, and is now on the user market for about half. It was easily the best projector for the money.) Use the Projector Central find a projector tool to figure that out.

The TH575 is ancient. Someone recommended the x3100i, and the 2050/2060 are also excellent.

So ht2060 is worth it? My ht2050 just died and it was 10 years old. Have a cheap Elephas wk1 for now

Well you need to give us some information about the space. I would go ahead and drop the BenQ GV1. 1. BenQ W1070: The Budget-Conscious Home Theater Enthusiast. 2. BenQ HT1075 (or W1075) :The Casual Living Room Viewer who needs flexibility. 3. XGIMI Halo+ : The Modern, Highly Mobile Media Consumer. 4. XGIMI Elfin (non flip): The Minimalist Smart Home User. 5. BenQ W1110 (or HT2050): The Affordable, Dedicated Home Cinema Setup. 6. BenQ MH684: The High-Brightness Presentation or Sports Viewer.

I’d recommend the BenQ W1110 https://preview.redd.it/vca7q431rk4g1.jpeg?width=1320&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f3918f468587772d3dd9b543a57e930fc00b06d7

It has nothing to do with pricing. More so performance. Since tv and movies watching is the priority this model would be able to handle that.

I just bought a used BenQ 2050 and BenQ 1075ht. Both were 150. Amazing upgrade from my yaber. I got them on Facebook marketplace and remembered seeing a couple ultra short throw BenQ on there too. One of them does have an incredible amount of dust inside.. not visible on the screen but it's going to be a projector take a part in clean..maybe double check vents etc before buying used first. The pic is amazing but still worried about all the dust in the 2050.