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The 15 Best Projectors Under $500 in 2023

When you’re looking to buy a projector, it helps to have an idea of what to expect. First, let’s talk about what makes a good projector. There are a few factors that make for a great picture, and if you go for a projector that doesn’t have a few of them, you might be disappointed.

To get a great picture from the projector, you need to have a screen and environment that are free of visual distractions. You also need to make sure any built-in speakers are up to snuff. The best projectors under $500 have a screen and environment that are free of visual distractions, projector speakers that are powerful enough to create rich sound, and a simple user interface that is straight-forward and easy to use.

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Lumia Shaffer
  Mar 22, 2023 10:48 PM
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Vivitek D862 3000 Lumen XGA HDMI Projector (Refurbished)
Vivitek D862 3000 Lumen XGA HDMI Projector (Refurbished)
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    10.0
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    Vivitek
  • 25" - 300" viewable screen size (diagonal): For use with small or large groups. Features 3.3' - 32.8' projector distance and a 1.6:1 - 1.92:1 throw ratio range to reproduce wide images in their correct proportions
  • DLP and Brilliant Color technologies: Produce sharp, detailed images. PC-3D-ready to ensure future media content can be displayed (3D glasses required, not included)more
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5G WiFi Bluetooth Projector, WiMiUS K7 6D Auto Keystone Correction &4P/4D 450 ANSI Lumens Full HD 4K Projector Native 1080P Outdoor LCD Projector, Zoom, 500'' Display Home Theater Projector
5G WiFi Bluetooth Projector, WiMiUS K7 6D Auto Keystone Correction &4P/4D 450 ANSI Lumens Full HD 4K Projector Native 1080P Outdoor LCD Projector, Zoom, 500'' Display Home Theater Projector
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    9.6
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    WiMiUS
  • 【500'' Giant Display &Zoom Function & Wide Compatible Application】WiMiUS K7 4K projector can project larger image between 50-500 inches. It has 100%-70% zoom out function to shrink the image. To shrink the image, no need to move the projector. This home cinema projector has HDMI, AV, USB and 3.5 mm audio output interfaces, perfect for playing videos, TV shows, games, concerts, etc.
  • 【450 ANSI Lumens & Native 1080P 60Hz Support 4K & Delicate Carrying Bag】If 9500 lumens (300 ansi lumen) is still dim, then let’s try K7 450 ansi lumens projector. This portable projector is with real native1080P support 4K resolution, 99% NTSC technology and 15000：1 contrast. Compared with other 1080P projectors, K7 projector provides 4 times clearer and sharper images. And it comes with a portable carrying case for easier carrying and protecting the projector.more
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ViewSonic 3800 Lumens SVGA High Brightness Projector for Home and Office with HDMI Vertical Keystone (PA503S) White/gray
ViewSonic 3800 Lumens SVGA High Brightness Projector for Home and Office with HDMI Vertical Keystone (PA503S) White/gray
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    9.2
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    ViewSonic
  • VERSATILE PROJECTOR: Advanced visual features ideal for use in education and small business environments
  • EASY SETUP: Simple setup and control; just plug & play your presentations, videos, and picturesmore
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USSUNNY 5G WiFi Bluetooth Projector, 12500L/500 ANSI 1080P Native Projector 4K Supported Projector Outdoor Movies, Support 4P/4D Keystone Correction, Zoom, PPT, 300" Home Theater Video Projector
USSUNNY 5G WiFi Bluetooth Projector, 12500L/500 ANSI 1080P Native Projector 4K Supported Projector Outdoor Movies, Support 4P/4D Keystone Correction, Zoom, PPT, 300" Home Theater Video Projector
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    9.2
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    Ussunny
  • {Fast & Stable 2.4G/5G WiFi & Bluetooth Connection}: Ussunny 1080P Native wifi projector with both 2.4G and latest 5G two-channel wifi, which has a higher wireless speed, wider range, smoother transmission than others only 1 channel. With the latest Bidirectional Bluetooth 5.1 tech, the C50 Bluetooth projector can not only connect to speakers but also connect to mobile devices and work as a speaker.
  • {4D/4P Keystone Correction Support Side Projection & 50% Zoom Function}: This portable projector with the innovative 4D/4P Keystone correction. It can adjust Vertical and Horizontal angles ±50° and support side projection, you could watch from almost every angle. The C50 outdoor movie projector is with 100%-50% zoom-out function. Without moving the projector, we could reduce the image size to 50%. It also has a 360°flip function and supports front, rear, and ceiling projection.more
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5G WiFi Bluetooth Projector,9800 Lumen Movie Projector with 300" Display,Full HD Native 1080P Portable Projector,Outdoor Projector Support 4k,Dolby,4k Projectors Compatible TV Stick,iOS,Android.Win
5G WiFi Bluetooth Projector,9800 Lumen Movie Projector with 300" Display,Full HD Native 1080P Portable Projector,Outdoor Projector Support 4k,Dolby,4k Projectors Compatible TV Stick,iOS,Android.Win
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    9.0
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    Henhoor
  • 💌【350" Giant Screen & Image zoom 75% to 100% & Keystone Correction】Enjoy a Wonderful Viewing Experience with a wide range of 60-300 inches at home,With the ZOOM function, it can adjust image size from 75% to 100% display what size you want without moving the projector, Manual ± 15 ° keystone correction ,it is adjusted separately, more practical, convenient and user-friendly
  • 💌【 Native 1080P & 9800 lumen & 17.1 Million Color Range】Henhoor projector using the original physical resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, 10000:1 high contrast, and 16:9/4:3 aspect ratio, 5 layers high Refractive glass lens.Images brings wider color gamut ,brighter and sharper than other 1080P projector, Meanwhile, the diffuse reflection technology can make the projection image native and protect your eyes.more
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3-LCD Business Projector - 3500 Ansi Outdoor Projector 1080P Support Daylight or Lights On for Office, Meeting, Teaching, Home & Outdoor Movie - 6D & 4P Keystone Correction, 15000:1 Contrast Ratio
3-LCD Business Projector - 3500 Ansi Outdoor Projector 1080P Support Daylight or Lights On for Office, Meeting, Teaching, Home & Outdoor Movie - 6D & 4P Keystone Correction, 15000:1 Contrast Ratio
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    9.0
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    BIGASUO
  • 🥇【Support Leave Lights On or Daytime Use】-Our business projector bright room with true 3-LCD technology with 3500 Ansi brightness, no matter leave the lights on or in daytime use, this office projector provide bright large-screen with fantastic image clarity details and outstanding color accuracy, displays 100% of the RGB color signal for every frame, without any distracting “rainbowing” or“color brightness” issues seen.
  • 🥇【Perfectly HD Detailed Visual】-Featured with 3,500 Ansi super brightness, native resolution XGA 1024*768 and 15,000:1 high contrast ratio, support 1080p, this video projector provide all with stunning image quality both for office, teaching, training, outdoor movies and home theater. What's more, it's also ideal for business projectors presentations, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, data show and videos, present a vibrant, sharp details visual with clear text and graphics.more
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Projector with WiFi and Bluetooth, GROVIEW 9500L Native 1080P Projector, 300'' Full HD Movie Projector, Bluetooth projector, Supports 4K & Zoom, 5G Sync phone Screen, Compatible w/Laptop/PC/DVD/TV/PS5
Projector with WiFi and Bluetooth, GROVIEW 9500L Native 1080P Projector, 300'' Full HD Movie Projector, Bluetooth projector, Supports 4K & Zoom, 5G Sync phone Screen, Compatible w/Laptop/PC/DVD/TV/PS5
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  • SCORE
    8.8
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    Groview
  • 【Truly Native 1080P Resolution & 9500 Lux】 GROVIEW JQ818C ultra HD Native1080P projector utilizes the LED light resources and LCD display technology, with 9500 Lux high brightness, 12000:1 high contrast, provides sharp and detailed images without downscaling or compression. This phone projector is four times higher than 720p home projector, and supports 4k video when connecting a laptop or 4k TV stick to the projector for iphone via HDMI port, which offers exceptional clarity and detail.
  • 【Customized Multimedia Connection & 2 Years Customer Service】GROVIEW indoor and outdoor projector give you easy access to thousands of streaming channels, TV stick, laptop, Switch, PS5, iOS/Android smartphone, iPad,USB stick, micro USB card, etc,. Capable of expanding your viewing experience for extra depth and realism with multimedia connections, the video WiFi projector 1080P for home and outdoor provides ♥♥FREE REPLACEMENT POLICY & 2 YEAR CUSTOMER SERVICE♥♥, totally no risk for you!more
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BIGASUO Upgrade HD Bluetooth Projector Built in DVD Player, Mini Video Projector 1080P Supported Compatible with TV/HDMI/VGA/AV/USB/TF SD Card, Portable Outdoor Movie Projector
BIGASUO Upgrade HD Bluetooth Projector Built in DVD Player, Mini Video Projector 1080P Supported Compatible with TV/HDMI/VGA/AV/USB/TF SD Card, Portable Outdoor Movie Projector
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    8.8
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    BIGASUO
  • ❸✨ [With Bluetooth 5.0 Chip, HIFI Sound Enjoyment] Built-in 2 powerful speakers, this portable projector provides HIFI sound effect while watching movie in a Max 200 inches screen. The extra BLUETOOTH function is also supported to connect with your speaker or headphone wirelessly. Relax yourself in a private space, enlarge your happiness with our Bluetooth projector, just enjoy it! (Note: Bluetooth NOT support to connect with smartphones)
  • ❷✨ [Enhanced Brightness, Restore Color Details Better] This HD 1080P supported projector has native 720P resolution (1280 x720) and 8000:1 contrast ratio. It used high-quality coated lenses, which makes the picture reproduction higher, and the color level is richer. Pairing super decoding ability with high-definition display screen, it enable this LCD projector creates a better picture quality and gives you an immersive shock.more
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Projector, 5G WiFi Bluetooth Native 1080P 9500L Mini Projector 4K Supported, FUDONI Portable Outdoor Projector with Screen Home Theater Video Projector, HDMI, USB, VGA, PC, TV Box, iOS & Android Phone
Projector, 5G WiFi Bluetooth Native 1080P 9500L Mini Projector 4K Supported, FUDONI Portable Outdoor Projector with Screen Home Theater Video Projector, HDMI, USB, VGA, PC, TV Box, iOS & Android Phone
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  • SCORE
    8.8
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    FUDONI
  • ❤️【Zoom Function & Surround Speakers & Auto Sleep Timer】The portable movie projector is with 100%-75% Zoom function, which will assist you to enjoy the 30"-230" large screen of this WiFi projector. Built-in 3W dual stereo speakers with an SRS sound system provide a great stereo sound without external speakers. With an auto Sleep Timer, don't worry about overusing the projector or falling asleep while watching videos. More intelligent and Safer.
  • ❤️【Native 1080P Full HD Resolutions & 3LCD color】 The projector with wifi and bluetooth has 1920*1080 real native resolution and 10000:1 contrast ratio. Provides sharp and vivid HD images. The latest 3LCD color calibration 9500L tech display is perfect for watching movies, tv, displaying photos, and other decorations. Adopted innovative High-refraction 6 Layers Glassed lens and Diffuse Reflection Eye-caring light source, the Native 1080P projector provides awesome images while protecting your eyes.more
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Native 1080P Projector with WiFi and Two-Way Bluetooth, Full HD Movie Projector for Outdoor Movies, 300" Display Projector 4k Home Theater, Compatible with iOS/Android/PC/XBox/PS4/TV Stick/HDMI/USB
Native 1080P Projector with WiFi and Two-Way Bluetooth, Full HD Movie Projector for Outdoor Movies, 300" Display Projector 4k Home Theater, Compatible with iOS/Android/PC/XBox/PS4/TV Stick/HDMI/USB
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  • SCORE
    8.8
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  • Brand
    Dxyiitoo
  • 🎁【Wide Compatibility & Application】 The projector is equipped with multiple ports, including HDMI, USB, USB-SM, HDMI, AV, and 3.5mm audio jack, which can be easily connected to a variety of media devices, such as TV boxes, DVD players, smartphones, tablet, HDMI-enabled devices, wired headsets, wireless headsets, Bluetooth speakers, etc to play videos, TV shows, photo sharing, etc.
  • 🎁【Built-in speaker & Bluetooth 5.0】Efficient heat dissipation system of the projector, which greatly reduces fan noise. equipped with an advanced built-in dual-speaker system to provide excellent sound quality without external speakers. Even equipped with Bluetooth 5.0, you can easily connect various Bluetooth speakers. If you want to use another speaker, you can connect via Bluetooth to make your party more enjoyable.more

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