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Projectors under $500

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11 projectors under $500. Most cost $420 to $499, and half cost less than $460.

Epson

720p or lower

+HDMI input for connecting laptops and other devices
+Compact 3.4 x 11.6 x 10.2 inch footprint for easy placement
+Classroom projector design for presentations
−Resolution of 720p or lower limits picture detail
$495.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:51 PST - Details
Ricoh

3000 to 5999, Laser

+Bright output of 3000 to 5999 lumens
+Laser light source
+Portable compact design
$454.36
as of 11/04/2026 00:53 PST - Details
XuanPadSpec score 9.5

4K, 6000 or more

+Smart projector with built-in streaming apps
+6000 or more lumens for brighter images
+4K resolution for sharp detail
$499.99-17%List: $599.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
ElephasSpec score 8.8

4K, 1000 to 2999

+Smart projector with built-in WiFi and Bluetooth
+4K resolution for sharp detailed images
+Portable design for moving between rooms
−Lower 1000 to 2999 lumen output than bright-room projectors
$459.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:49 PST - Details
VopllsSpec score 9.5

4K

+Official Google TV licensed platform
+4K resolution listed in the specifications
+WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity
$429.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:30 PST - Details
SovboiSpec score 9.5

4K

+Built-in Google TV for streaming apps
+Supports 4K resolution
+180-degree rotatable stand
$419.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:34 PST - Details
ZcgiobnSpec score 8.8

4K, 1000 to 2999

+Bright at 2200 ANSI lumens for lit rooms
+Smart projector with built-in apps
+4K resolution for sharp detail
$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:36 PST - Details
CaiweiSpec score 8.8

4K, 1000 to 2999

+Smart projector with built-in Netflix for streaming without extra hardware
+4K resolution for sharp, detailed images
+Built-in 38W speakers for audio without external speakers
$409.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:34 PST - Details
WanboSpec score 8.8

4K, 1000 to 2999

+4K resolution for sharp detailed images
+Built-in smart features for streaming apps
+1000 to 2999 lumens brightness output
$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:40 PST - Details
VissplSpec score 9.5

4K

+4K: the highest resolution of the 9 here
$479.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:14 PST - Details

Compare specs

projectorResolutionBrightnessSpec scorePrice
720p or lowern/a$495.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:51 PST - Details
3000 to 5999n/a$454.36
as of 11/04/2026 00:53 PST - Details
4K6000 or more9.5$499.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
4K1000 to 29998.8$459.99
as of 11/03/2026 22:49 PST - Details
4K9.5$429.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:30 PST - Details
n/a$459.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:51 PST - Details
4K9.5$419.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:34 PST - Details
4K1000 to 29998.8$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 10:36 PST - Details
4K1000 to 29998.8$409.00
as of 11/03/2026 22:34 PST - Details
4K1000 to 29998.8$499.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:40 PST - Details

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