Epson - EpiqVision Mini EF12

I would recommend the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12. It is a great small portable projector!

The MX550 is a decent XGA business class model for cheap use in a classroom and shouldn't be on your list under any circumstances. You should be looking at a 1920x1080 (1080p) native resolution projector at the very least. Make sure you know how to look up specs at Projector Central, and check for used or refurbished models which may be a good deal. The EF12 is similar to the EF22, as reviewed in this video... [https://youtu.be/ClIboELoz74?si=iK8cbMVobveJdzmy](https://youtu.be/ClIboELoz74?si=iK8cbMVobveJdzmy) It's also been reviewed at Projector Central... [https://www.projectorcentral.com/Epson-EpiqVision-Mini-EF12-Projector-Review.htm](https://www.projectorcentral.com/Epson-EpiqVision-Mini-EF12-Projector-Review.htm) That YouTube channel and Projector Central are websites you should become quite familiar with if you want to make an informed purchase decision. The Epson is a lot less bright than a full sized projector, and won't compete with ambient light very well at all. The main thing you want to focus on is light control in the room.

If the rest of your setup is like that, absolutely. If you actually have a screen though, get a better screen. One of my suite mates had a cheap China projector, and my roomate and I used an epson mini ef-12. Epson obviously blew it out of the water.

Im not going to lie, I might be going against the grain here but its a gamble but some of those cheap projectors are actually good. I had one that i got for 150 and it lasted for 3 years before i got gifted an ef12. Night and day dif BUT not as much of a jump in brightness. I miss being able to game on my china projector cuz it had low input lag tho lol. Id say ask yourself this How often will you use it? What will you use it for? Will how much you spend justify spending x amount?

Just get the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 renewed model it's one of the best on the market https://preview.redd.it/5n5t9dj62tze1.jpeg?width=1812&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=76c555e5aa829ac392675fe763deabe93a70ad91

I use to cringe at these posts until i got my hands on a used epson ef12 for 200 bucks. Way way better than the happrun h1 i bought new.

A bit more expensive than 10,000, but I have one of these and I have really enjoyed it. mine was on sale at 65,000 couple years ago and has been holding great. [https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Dreamio-EF-12-Projector-Speaker-AndroidTV%E2%84%A2/dp/B08L8YNFKQ](https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Dreamio-EF-12-Projector-Speaker-AndroidTV%E2%84%A2/dp/B08L8YNFKQ)

Just received my JMGO N1S 4K yesterday. I previously used the Epson EF 12. My use is not for huge projection but for camping and traveling. I set the two projectors next to each other last night with about a 60” screen for both on the wall. The JMGO definitely is a HUGE upgrade from the Epson. Even though the lumens are the same the JMGO was much brighter even when I turned the laser down to a much lower setting. I was pleasantly surprised. The image also popped and was sharp compared to the Epson. The Epson looked dull and washed out when comparing them both. I did notice on the JMGO it had a red tint to the bottom of white text boxes on screen. When playing movies it did not show that, it was only on loading screen. I tried to film the video to post but when I tried the JMGO picture came out red tinted and didn’t look as sharp, even though in person it looks clean and very sharp. The Epson looked normal in the video. I couldn’t figure out how to get a good video of both side by side. I’ve played around with the JMGO this morning and I’m very impressed. I bought the JMGO on the Black Friday deal which was 750 with free screen. The JMGO can also do 3D which I tried this morning and it worked good. Not as good as my XGIMI horizon ultra but great for the price point. Personally, if you are buying a projector to be your main projector and want to use it on a 100”-150” screen buy the one with over 1500 iso lumens or more if you can afford it. These projectors are great for smaller screens but you won’t get the picture quality or pop on a 100” or more screen. I hope this helps and if you guys want me to do any test or have questions please feel free to ask. I’d be glad to help. If you want to see what it looks like on a 120” screen I’ll take a picture when I get home tonight. I have a dedicated theater room for that.

thanks! ive been using projector over tv for many years and am alwasy looking for the best bang for your buck. this model has been amazing the last 2 years its the epson epiqvision ef12. built in speakers are amazing [https://www.bestbuy.com/site/epson-epiqvision-mini-ef12-smart-streaming-laser-projector-refurbished-black/6594703.p?skuId=6594703](https://www.bestbuy.com/site/epson-epiqvision-mini-ef12-smart-streaming-laser-projector-refurbished-black/6594703.p?skuId=6594703)

I do have the Ef-12 I love it.