Brian Nadel

The Panasonic PT-REQ15 is a 15K lumen, single-chip DLP projector that uses pixel-shifting to achieve a 4K image onscreen.

The BenQ LH650 hits the sweet spot for a general purpose projector, with light output of almost 4,000 ANSI lumens, both HDMI and USB-C alternate mode video inputs, and a clever Smart ECO 2.0 mode that shaves power use but not brightness.

The ViewSonic LS711HD is a 1080p laser short-throw projector that delivers serious brightness in a compact, lightweight case for an inexpensive price, albeit at the cost of some key features like networking and 4K compliance.

The Epson PowerLite 810E is a bright business and education UST laser projector capable of more than 5,000 ISO lumens. Add in some conferencing features, such as 21:9 support for Teams and a unique Face Brightening mode, and it's a good value, too.

Sharp NEC's PA1705UL 3LCD laser projector is a 16,000 ANSI lumen powerhouse that offers high brightness and the robust PA series feature set in the same footprint as the brand's earlier 10,000-lumen model.

The Anker Mars 3 Air is a high-value 1080p LED portable projector that delivers 400 lumens of brightness in its brightest mode, and runs on the Google TV streaming platform that includes an authorized Netflix app, all for $600.

The ASUS ZenBeam Latte L2, a follow-up to the ZenBeam Latte L1, bumps up brightness and resolution and offers a nice mix of features and styling.

Ricoh re-enters the North American market with a nearly 10,000 ANSI lumens projector at a competitive price, partly due to a cost-effective affixed lens.

With its G50 Series, Barco has effectively downsized the case of its entry-level installation family while retaining high brightness potential, producing a mid-sized projector that can light up a large conference room, lecture hall or small church.

The Fujifilm FP-Z6000 is a 6,000 ANSI lumen laser projector that uses a unique ultra-short throw periscope lens, making it an ideal solution for setups that require significant placement flexibility.