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13 short throw projectors from Optoma, BenQ, ViewSonic and more. Most cost $799 to $1,299, and half cost less than $926.

Top brands: Optoma (5)ViewSonic (4)

ViewSonicSpec score 7.8

1080p, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw

+Short throw lens for placement close to the screen
+Laser light source with long light life
+3000 to 5999 lumens for bright images
$1,082.00-13%List: $1,249.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
OptomaSpec score 7.7

720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw

+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Bright at 3600 lumens for mid-size rooms
+Short throw design for placement close to the screen
−WXGA 720p resolution is lower than full HD models
$814.99-10%List: $909.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
BenQSpec score 9.1

4K, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw

+Short throw projects large images from close range
+Laser light source for long life and low maintenance
+4K HDR support for detailed images
$1,999.00-6%Was: $2,128.50
as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - Details
OptomaSpec score 8.3

4K, 3000 to 5999, Short throw

+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Full HD 1080p resolution for sharp images
+4K HDR compatible input for HDR content
−Resolution is 4K in specs, but name says Full HD 1080p
$799.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
BenQSpec score 7.8

1080p, 3000 to 5999, Short throw

+Short throw design projects a large image from close range
+3000 lumens brightness for home entertainment viewing
+1080p resolution for full HD picture
$849.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - Details
OptomaSpec score 7.8

1080p, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw

+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Low input lag for gaming
$1,099.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
OptomaSpec score 7.8

1080p, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw

+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Low input lag for gaming
$1,299.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
InFocusSpec score 7.7

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
ViewSonicSpec score 7.7

720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw

+Short throw lens for placement close to the screen
+3000 to 5999 lumens for bright images
+HDMI input for modern devices
−720p or lower resolution, below Full HD
$799.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
InFocusSpec score 7.7

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
−XGA resolution of 720p or lower is below Full HD
No price recorded yet.
ViewSonicSpec score 7.7

720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw

+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+3000 to 5999 lumens brightness output
+HDMI input for connecting video sources
−720p or lower resolution is below full HD
No price recorded yet.
ViewSonicSpec score 7.7

720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw

+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+3000 to 5999 lumens brightness output
+Dual HDMI inputs for connecting two sources
−720p or lower resolution is below full HD
No current price. Check it at the store.
OptomaSpec score 8.3

4K, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw

+True 4K UHD resolution for fine detail
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Golf simulator ready
No current price. Check it at the store.

Compare specs

projectorResolutionBrightnessThrowSpec scorePrice
1080p3000 to 5999Short throw7.8$1,082.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
720p or lower3000 to 5999Short throw7.7$814.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
4K3000 to 5999Short throw9.1$1,999.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - Details
4K3000 to 5999Short throw8.3$799.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
1080p3000 to 5999Short throw7.8$849.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - Details
1080p3000 to 5999Short throw7.8$1,099.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
1080p3000 to 5999Short throw7.8$1,299.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
720p or lower3000 to 5999Short throw7.7$926.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - Details
720p or lower3000 to 5999Short throw7.7$799.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
720p or lower3000 to 5999Short throw7.7No current price

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