TriVision Ultra MKII

That's a very small screen size. Tiny really. Typically you are far better served by a television at that size. If you are stuck on a projector as the 'only' solution, then I would consider any JMGO, Nexigo, BenQ, or similar 4K projector are being good enough. Lens shift generally comes at the cost of a much larger projector/lens requirement. You still are outside the range of most lens shift options, so I would stick with digital correction as something you really will need. The Trivision Ultra is a good option from Nexigo as it does a good job for the money at delivering a solid image.

Lifestyle models are basically taking over the home theater market in that price range. But, there are models which absolutely trash the old home theater models. Xgimi with their Horizon 20, the Valerion Visionmaster models, the Nexigo Trivision Ultra. These are all a different box around the projector, but the image quality they are delivering is really exceptional. Yeah, I've had issues with the format as well, but it is what the industry is doing at this point. More lifestyle models, less home theater specific models. The BenQ HT2060 is a solid 1080p LED projector, but for the money, there is just no chance I would purchase it.

I would strongly recommend investing in a screen. An entry level unit projecting onto a screen will usually outperform a mid tier unit projecting onto an untreated wall. You’ll want a motorized drop down screen with tab tensioning. The tab tensioning is important for avoiding ripples in your screen down the line. Regarding your choice of unit: the Titan noir Kickstarter is currently the best deal in projectors. At $3k it outperforms the Valerion Max, which retails for a couple grand more. I believe that you have until 15 June to order from the Kickstarter. For a less expensive option I’d investigate a secondhand or discounted Valerion Pro2. That unit is also tri-laser and can often be found at a discount as Valerion sent many out to buyers of the Max to use while they waited for the company to finish the Max’s manufacturing. The Max has now been released so there are a number of barely used secondhand Pro2s on the market. If you’re uncomfortable buying secondhand (or can’t find a well priced Pro2) you might also investigate the Nexigo TriVision Ultra, the Xgimi Horizon 20, or the Valerion Streammaster, all of which use laser or hybrid-laser light sources for brightness and gamut that often significantly outperform comparably priced units that use lamp or LED light sources. The Nexigo uses a hybrid laser-LED light source, which is a worse performer than pure laser but avoids the speckling issue inherent to current laser tech to which some users are sensitive. You should also consider whether or not your mount point would benefit from a unit with optical zoom or lens shift. A ceiling mounted projector must mount to your joists (unless you live in an apartment with concrete framing). Depending on where your joists are vis a vis your projection area you might need zoom in order to hit the size at which you’re aiming or lens shift in order to hit your target area with minimal digital keystone, which cuts your resolution if used. Many entry level units lack those features.

Most importantly is to darken your room (wall, floor, ceiling) into a cave, if not then it gets more expensive as you'll need alr screen. For the screen you can just use a wall and paint it white / grey or use spandex or cheap grey alr cloth. Some even use sheetrock panel as a screen. Unless you go tri laser projector which will limit your screen choices. Minimum is the likes of nexigo trivision ultra (mk2 coming soon), if $1400 is too much then you better get a tv. If you rather not turn your room into a cave then get ust. Nexigo ap mk2 is a nice option.

So do you want brighter than 2000 lumens or not? If so, only xgimi 20 max will be a lot brighter @3000 lumens, some say the fan is loud though. The others projectors are about 2000 lumens. Imo out of all your options get nexigo trivision ultra but you might want to wait for mk2. It's the brightest out of them iirc. Xgimi 20 pro is likely close 2nd for brightness but has more features like lens shift and vrr - also better color volume and dynamic contrast.

If rbe is a concern get the nexigo but imo should wait as supposedly the mk2 is coming soon.

Agreed. My first projector was a Happrun from Amazon for around $60 and I was genuinely surprised how decent it was. I've since upgraded to a Nexigo Trivision which is significantly better, but if you're not looking for perfection and just want something to watch movies and shows on that doesn't break the bank I would happily recommend a cheap projector to anyone. I'm still using the Happrun after 3 years too, it's in my basement where I have a budget home gym and it's still going strong. Even if it craps out now, 3 years for $60 ain't bad at all.

I’m selling my nexigo trivision ultra if you’re interested! And it’s within your budget. Send me a message, and I can answer any questions you have!

I’m selling my nexigo trivision ultra if that’s something you’re interested in. It’s definitely within your budget. Send me a DM if you’re interested! I can answer any questions you might have!