
Valerion
VisionMaster Pro 2
Great picture, good gaming, but pronounced RBE and no lens shift.

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It is a decent projector and while the image is not in the class of Epson 5050UB, it is more than sufficient if you are not super fussy about image fidelity. The zoom is plenty, there is also vertical lens shift that is great for placement. It does lack horizontal lens shift, so keep that in mind. It is pretty bright and is compact. It comes with a slot for Epson's Android stick and one can replace it with say a FireTV stick if you don't like the Epson stick. I added a Google 4K streamer and used a mission cable that charges the Google streamer via the USB port. All in all I am happy with it. If you need to save money, you could buy the refurbished one from Epson, it goes for $750+tax. These units do come with a 2-year warranty. I have owned several Epson projectors and they have all been excellent, very reliable and the brightness matches the claimed lumens. I had one unit that had the lens coating come off, and Epson promptly replaced it under the two year warranty.
Best under 1k is Epson 2350
I have and like the epson home cinema 2350. I think you’d love it too
Np, it’s 4k and it doesn’t break the bank. The image quality is very good too
I have the Epsom 2350. Plays 4k up 120fps and relatively cheap.
Just got Epson Home Cinema 2350. Its bloody awesome. I haven't even put a screen yet. Just projecting on the wall and yet gives perfect quality.
I got the 2350 for about 1090 CAD (\~800 USD) from Epson refurbished store with a 2 year warranty. It has been really good looking so far even in a dimly lit environment. As u/PlayStationPepe said, depends on your budget.

Valerion
VisionMaster Pro 2
Great picture, good gaming, but pronounced RBE and no lens shift.

Epson
Home Cinema 5050UB (V11H930020)
Best value, flexible lens shift, but dated tech, poor HDR.
Epson
Pro Cinema LS12000 4K PRO-UHD Laser Projector
Great 4K/120Hz gaming, no RBE, but needs calibration.

JVC
DLA-RS1200 / DLA-NZ500
Unmatched black levels for movies, poor for gaming.

BenQ
HT2060
Great 1080p gaming, deep blacks, but low brightness.

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Valerion - VisionMaster Pro 2
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Epson - Pro Cinema LS12000 4K PRO-UHD Laser Projector

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Hisense - Laser TV PX3-PRO

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Anker - NEBULA X1 4K Triple Laser Projector (D2351)

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Anker - NEBULA X1 4K Triple Laser Projector (D2351)

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JMGO - PicoFlix