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Finding the perfect projector isn't as straightforward as it sounds, though. We've rounded up our favourite projectors, including Full HD and native 4K models, which also support HDR, and some short throw projectors too for those with smaller spaces.There's even an ultra-short throw model that's designed to replace your TV. The only question is how much do you have to spend?

DLP projectors do have a downside, though. As most display colours sequentially use a spinning, segmented colour wheel (there’s the odd exception to this rule), they suffer from what’s called the “rainbow effect”, where small areas of the image appear to splinter into small rainbows when you shift your gaze from one side of the screen to the other. Some people are less sensitive to this than others, though, so if you haven’t experienced a DLP projector, make sure you get a demo before spending your money. We conduct these tests in our state of the art testing room in Bath, which is outfitted with a 100-inch screen and a plethora of external sources to hook the projectors up to, including 4K Blu-ray players, video streamers and games consoles. This is also where each of these projectors meets its rivals, as every product is tested side-by-side with the competition to ensure it meets expectations and so that its place in the market is considered as a whole – no product exists in a vacuum after all. Although projector categories change from one manufacturer to another and evolve over time, the application categories are consistent, if somewhat overlapping. Here's a brief look at the most common categories and subcategories of applications, and which features are most important for each.

This is a great quality star projector for any space fan. We were dubious how good this star projector would be, as historically, novelty-shaped star projectors are pretty disappointing. We're pleased to say that during our Astronaut Starry Sky Projector review, this 'cute' projector meets space-themed ornament surpassed our expectations. As just mentioned, this star projector is ideal for both adults and children. Use it as a calming and relaxation aid for those days where you’ve been stressed out and under pressure. Or for children who find it hard to settle at bed time and need a little bit of help. Adjust the speed freely according to your child’s preference. You'll often see projectors with more than one throw ratio listed. This means that the projector has a zoom wheel, so you can change the size of the image. Having multiple throw ratios doesn't change our math; you just have to calculate it again.

Perhaps you’re no longer able to go out and observe the stars yourself or are after a space themed gift for the kids. Or maybe you want a relaxing light show to help you drift off to sleep. Shoppers should also consider the display type because projectors can either feature realistic or whimsical images. Those with realistic images will include all eight planets and may include Pluto as well. You’ll also see constellations and star groups that are exactly the same as those you see in the sky. Those projectors let you recreate the feel of being in a planetarium in any room of your home. Those with whimsical or stylized images are better suited for kids. They may include aliens flying through the sky in spaceships and astronauts interacting with the stars. While these models are fun, they are generally better for kids than they are for adults. Remote ControlAlso note that your screen can affect image brightness, either increasing it (by reflecting more light toward the center area than to the sides) or lowering it (typically by using a gray screen color that also increases effective contrast). In short, when looking at brightness, you need to consider your screen and projector as a single unit, even if you buy them separately. That said, if you're looking for a big picture then the price differences start to disappear. 4K TVs become very expensive at their largest sizes, and projectors effortlessly deliver bigger images than even the biggest mainstream TVs. We do often recommend that you budget for a speaker when shopping for a projector, as although many options here include on-board speakers, they are invariably pretty poor. Similarly, while some projectors do now feature built-in streaming platforms, they're often a bit patchy in terms of performance and app selection, so it's often worth keeping some cash aside for a dedicated streamer.

We like the portability of a battery-powered projector; it is safe enough for a child six and above to use without supervision in whichever room takes their fancy. Brainstorm recommends eight and above, but we think (and have witnessed) a sensible younger child interacting with the planetarium, and we found that was fine too. It can be put out of reach of toddlers and controlled by their parents. Most star projectors will have a sleep timer — we look for how many options for the sleep timer duration you have and whether it is effective and reliable. There is one rotation speed which is slow and soothing — there's a little bit of noise from the motor but nothing that would be distracting, and better than many models we've tested. With its clean, punchy and solid image, the Hisense PL1 is a gem at this price. Undercutting many of its UST rivals and even its own Hisense siblings, it's a TV alternative that actually lives up to its promise. You’d be hard-pressed to find a 100-inch TV for this price, let alone one that features such a punchy and crisp image. While we wish it had a couple more HDMI ports, it’s a compromise we’re willing to make, as its picture performance more than makes up for it.You’ll likely come across the terms still display and rotating display when shopping for a night projector. Both terms refer to whether the images move or remain still. A projector with a rotating display will move the images across the room and bounce them across the ceiling and walls. Those that have a still image project the display in one specific area, which can include one wall or the ceiling. You may find it helpful to look for one that includes both modes. Display Type Insomnia can affect us at any age ( 1), and white noise has been proven to be benefic for sleep ( 2), any kind of projector can help us with that. Along with these advantages, star projectors for grownups usually have quality speakers, thus offering great ambiance both audibly and visually since they tend to be more realistic, great for a romantic evening, party, relaxation, or learning about the cosmos. Professional galaxy projectors The brightness is enough to contend with early evening light, something we probably wouldn’t say about a few other battery-powered rivals, and while its lumen count goes down to 600 when on battery, that’s still more than portable Nebula rivals.