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6 projectors under $1,000 from ViewSonic and Epson. Most cost $950 to $999, and half cost less than $980.

ViewSonicSpec score 8.3

1080p, 3000 to 5999, Laser

+Laser light source with long light life
+3000 to 5999 lumens for bright images
+1080p Full HD resolution
$999.99-9%List: $1,099.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
InFocusSpec score 8.1

720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw

+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+HDMI and LAN connections for flexible setup
+Wireless-ready for network display
−Resolution of 720p or lower is below Full HD
$926.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - Details
XGIMISpec score 9.0

4K, 1000 to 2999, Laser

+4K resolution for sharp detailed images
+Built-in smart features for streaming apps
+Portable design for moving between rooms
$999.00
as of 11/04/2026 08:39 PST - Details
EpsonSpec score 8.3

1080p, 3000 to 5999

+Full HD 1080p resolution for sharp home theater images
+Bright 3000 to 5999 lumen output for rooms with some light
+Three-chip 3LCD design
$979.79
as of 11/03/2026 22:51 PST - Details
ViewSonicSpec score 8.7

4K, 3000 to 5999

+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 6 here
+4K: the highest resolution of the 6 here
$979.97
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
EpsonSpec score 8.3

1080p, 3000 to 5999

+Full HD 1080p resolution for detailed home theater images
+Bright 3000 to 5999 lumen output for rooms with some light
+Three-chip 3LCD design
$949.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:51 PST - Details

Compare specs

projectorResolutionBrightnessSpec scorePrice
1080p3000 to 59998.3$999.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
720p or lower3000 to 59998.1$926.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - Details
4K1000 to 29999.0$999.00
as of 11/04/2026 08:39 PST - Details
1080p3000 to 59998.3$979.79
as of 11/03/2026 22:51 PST - Details
4K3000 to 59998.7$979.97
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
1080p3000 to 59998.3$949.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:51 PST - Details

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