NexiGo - Aurora Pro Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector

The two front runners right now are probably the Nexigo Aurora Pro MKII and the Hisense PX3-Pro. Both mid-priced at $3000+ and triple lasers. Also add $1000 and up for an ALR (ambient light rejecting) screen for UST projectors (99.9% mandatory imo). At 100 inches, possibly the Formovie Fresnel one. The Nexigo Aurora Pro (previous gen) is sold around $2000 and is still a top notch choice for dark room movie viewing, it has solid black levels and dark image handling. The UST specific ALR will let you have some light in the room and still a satisfying level of black in the image (albeit not remotely plasma blacks or OLED blacks, but good). Without a screen you'll have a lesser image and need 100% blackout in the room; 100% blackout recommended even with an ALR.

Nexigo Aurora Pro, the previous version, can be had for $2 grand but you also need to spend $700 or thereabouts (or up) for a 120 inch ambient light rejecting screen for UST's. The Aurora Pro is possibly still the best UST projector for black level and dark room viewing. The screen you have won't cut it for an UST, you need a specific one for a "Laser TV". Built in sound is not going to cut it, but if you spend about $2.5k on the projector and screen, the remaining $1000 can buy you an entry level 5.1 (or 7.1, sometimes those are cheaper) AV receiver, an affordable subwoofer and five affordable speakers to dot around the room. A Denon entry level AVR being one choice, like the AVR-S770H or the X1800 or the X1700 (the 1700 being previous gen but still great).

Valerion Pro 2. Although unless there's a very compelling reason to go lifestyle, I'd buy a Nexigo Aurora Pro MKII ultra-short throw and a proper ALR screen for it. Just plonk it down in front of the screen. No weird digital keystone required, no trapezoidal light spill or shit, just a super clean image. But of course if you can't use a fixed screen, a proper motorized ALR is a chunk of change; https://www.projectorscreen.com/vividstorm-motorized-floor-rising-alr-projector-screen-for-ultra-short-throw-projectors-92-inch-with-acoustically.html Keep in mind you still want a good tensioned screen regardless of what you get; granted a normal crappy white screen can be had for less. But an UST + ALR will mitigate most of the other problems with the room because it doesn't spill light as much, and it also rejects what other light is there.

I have an Epson. I'd buy a Valerion (well, in my case, either a Nexigo or maybe the new AWOL - I like UST's). The Valerion Max can use an anamorphic lens, and there's a company/guy in Canada already designing one and taking pre-orders with a price range they're aiming for between $500 and $1000; Valerion has said that they'll provide anamorphic support in the software to properly stretch the image to get you 2.35:1 so that would make a superb home theater. Anamorphic for $5-6 grand is not the usual price point for real widescreen. Epson's price/performance is just not quite on point. They want stupid money for their stuff, prices that simply aren't warranted (the QB1000 for instance). Downside with anything Chinese like Valerion - the support experience may be... interesting. Anyway, these are in a cheaper category so I guess I rambled on for not much reason there, but the particular Epson pictured is not a unit I'd buy, leaving you with the Valerion, but there are other $1500-ish options for a lifestyle projector. Here's a recent video round up from The Hook Up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QqnfJ0-I_s The Epson is in there. It did not do well. Based on the video, you may want to look at the Xgimi Horizon 20.

I have a Nexigo Aura Pro and it’s the best 3D experience I’ve ever had. UST too, which is great?

I have the Nexigo Aurora Pro UST and I absolutely love it, I’m yet to see anything better. That said, out of the box it had a dead pixel, when I sent it back they replaced with a refurbished unit which I wasn’t too happy about. Then about 2 years into owning it had the laser assembly go out, but it was only $300 for the repair (which they also didn’t repair, they gave me a new refurbished unit). Still, the image is amazing and overall I’m very happy with mine. My friend has the Formovie and he likes it too, but I’d have to give the blacks on mine an edge. His Formovie has also needed repair for what it’s worth

I have the nexigo ust with their 100” alr screen. Had for about a year. Love it. I have a 77” oled in the tv room for our daily watcher. We are still amazed when we watch tv or movies on it. Think part of that is the projector but also the surround sound. Sometimes I wish I would got the 120” screen but it wouldn’t really fit in our space. Along as you have a good space for the projector setup and also get good speakers I’d say don’t let the screen size hold you back.

For the budget, the original Nexigo Aurora Pro with their Fresnel screen bundle would give you very good results in your setup. Or px3-Pro and Aurora Pro MKII, but you will pay some extra for the screen.

If you are in a room with some ambient light, or even with white walls, Nexigo is better. If you are in a completely dark room, Hisense might be better.

If you don’t need extra brightness, Valerion is a better option than Nexigo. Just be aware you may have to choose the screen carefully for RGB laser projectors. But if your room has all-white ceilings, the black level may not differ too much. The extra brightness, almost doubled, could give you a better HDR/DV experience. XGIMI is great if you need more flexible position with its optical zoom and lens shift.

I have a barely used Nexigo Aurora Pro for sale well under your budget. If that product fits your needs let me know.

If moving the ceiling mount would be an option, I would definitelly go with a Nexigo. Perfect for the dark room and also for gaming. I have one if youre interested: https://www.ebay.de/itm/146680115778?chn=ps&_ul=DE&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=707-134425-41852-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=146680115778&targetid=2352311494706&device=m&mktype=pla&googleloc=9193546&poi=&campaignid=21674171206&mkgroupid=172695884331&rlsatarget=pla-2352311494706&abcId=10011800&merchantid=7364532&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21674171206

Yeah, tech has definitely moved on from the P2. If you’re locked into UST, the Hisense PX3-PRO and XGIMI Aura 2 are both solid upgrades in overall image quality, with better HDR and usability than the P2. Which one makes more sense really depends on what you care about most (gaming features vs pure movie performance vs brightness for a living room). The Aurora Pro mentioned below is also a clear step up from the P2, so it’s really a question of budget and which strengths line up best with your setup.

I have a Nexium Ultravision laser on 150” wall, picture and quality is incredible! Also a steal at 1299 thru their website. https://preview.redd.it/9zrh29b4xlsf1.jpeg?width=960&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=dc05aa24486c7b2fd3c842be8f6ea6518445f038

Love my Nexigo Ultravision, rated just behind the Val 2 and at 1299 on Nexigo site is a STEAL!

I have the Nexigo Ultravision and absolutely love it!

I was using an 83"OLED for gaming and movie watching and went to 110" UST Screen with an Aurora pro soon to be the newest version once shipped . The initial impression was 100 percent better movie experience!!!. The immersion was way better for movies!!!But failed in the gaming aspect for me . The input lag is one factor and picture quality. The Aurora pro does have one of the lowest input lag out there but it was noticeable to me at times it was still playable but nothing beats an OLED for gaming . It was a combination of that and the lack of picture quality for gaming that I went back to Oled for gaming .After a year of that setup I bought a 65"G4 for gaming purpose and upgrading to 120" fresenal screen with the Aurora Pro mkii for movies . If you can do both either an OLED or a cheaper mini led will be a better experience for gaming .

I have nexigo pro and it’s been nothing but great.