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Portable Digital Projectors: Ratings of Sources
Total of 13 Sources

For an explanation of how we rank reviews, see our ratings criteria page.

1. ProjectorReviews.com
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Editors at ProjectorReviews.com
5 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

ProjectorReviews.com has commentaries and in-depth reviews on nearly 100 different projectors for both home theater and business use. The reviews usually consume over three pages of content and contain a… summary at the end that discusses the pros, cons and bottom line of each projector. Top rated projectors receive a Hot Product designation. Business projector reviews are highlighted in green so you can easily find them, but you have to read the reviews to see which projectors are top-rated.

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2. ProjectorCentral.com
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Editors of ProjectorCentral.com
5 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

ProjectorCentral.com covers projectors in depth, reviewing both business and entertainment models. While both types of projectors are listed together, an identifying caption makes it easy to see which ones… are which. Projectors receive a rating from one to five stars for performance, features, ease of use and value, with top scoring projectors earning the site's Highly Rated designation. Projectors are reviewed in both single-model reports and multi-product roundups. Many of the single-model reports include comparisons to similar projectors. In addition to reviews, this website also offers a number of interesting articles and buyer's guides.

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3. PCMag.com
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Editors of PC Magazine
4 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment PC Magazine regularly covers digital projectors in single-product reviews and multi-projector roundups. Each digital projector is assigned an editor rating, and the top performing units earn an Editors' Choice award. One negative is that many discontinued projectors continue to appear in the listings, however new products are reviewed in a relatively timely fashion.
4. Laptop Magazine
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Editors of Laptop magazine
4 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

Laptop magazine regularly reviews portable digital projectors in single-product reports and multi-projector roundups. While these reviews aren't as detailed as those at some other sites, all of the… important points are covered. A rating system lets visitors see at a glance where a projector stands relative to its competition, and the very best projectors are recognized with an Editors' Choice award.

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5. PC World
As of Feb. 2009
Projectors
by Editors of PC World
4 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

PC World looks at portable digital projectors in fairly detailed single-product reports and occasional multi-projector roundups. Each business projector is subjected to a battery of tests designed to reveal… how they perform with text, still images and moving images. Features and value are also considered. A numerical rating is provided, so it's easy to see how the projectors compare to one another. While there are many reviews of current projectors, old reviews are slow to drop off of this listing.

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6. CNET
As of Feb. 2009
Projectors/Presentation Devices
by Editors of CNet.com
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

CNet.com reviews projectors in detailed individual reports. The site is regularly updated, and the editors assign each reviewed projector a rating, but home theater projectors and business projectors are… listed together, making picking out appropriate models more difficult. The very best projectors earn an Editors' Choice award. While Editors' Choice awards are given out only rarely, the Dell 2400MP is selected for this honor.

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7. PCMag.com
Mar. 18, 2008
How to Buy a Business Projector
by M. David Stone
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

This article discusses factors you should consider when buying a business projector. Topics include resolution, brightness, aspect ratio, contrast and more. Although there isn't a great deal of detail, the… basics are covered in a straightforward manner and it's easy to understand. The Cannon REALiS X700 receives special attention for offering LCoS technology at such a low price point and the Sanyo PLC-XL50 is particularly applauded for its ultra short throw capabilities. Links lead to full reviews of each projector.

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8. PC Advisor
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Editors of PC Advisor
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

Britain's PC Advisor reviews digital projectors in single-product reports that while not the most detailed we've found, hold up well compared to those in other computer publications. Navigation is easy, and… ratings (from one to five stars) appear right on the main landing page. Ratings show enough variation so that clear winners and losers can be easily spotted. The very best projectors get a Recommended award. While not all of the projectors covered are available on this side of the pond, many are making this a good destination for projector advice.

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9. Sound & Video Contractor
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Editors of Sound and Video Contractor
3 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment Sound & Video Contractor is a trade magazine targeted at professional audio/video installers. Business projectors are covered on a regular basis, and the reviews tend to be meaty. But while pros and cons are occasionally given, comparisons are minimal and no attempt is made to rate or rank projectors. Free registration is required to read some articles.
10. HDTVExpert.com
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Peter Putman
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment While this site typically focuses on high-definition home-theater equipment, Peter Putman does review a few business projectors. Peter Putman is impressed with the Dell 2400MP's high light output and relatively modest price. The Sanyo PLC-XL50 requires precise positioning, but is otherwise praised.
11. Amazon.com
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Contributors to Amazon.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment Amazon.com is among the many retailers that allow customers to post reviews of products that they own. Lots of projectors -- including many discontinued models -- are listed, but few get very many reviews.
12. NewEgg.com
As of Feb. 2009
Projector Reviews
by Contributors to Newegg.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment Newegg.com's contributors tend to be fairly sophisticated when it comes to technology, and reviewers are asked to rate their technical expertise and report how long they've used the digital projector as part of the feedback process. Unfortunately, most business projectors get fairly few reviews.
13. Audioholics.com
As of Feb. 2009
Featured Projection Reviews
by Editors of Audioholics.com
2 stars Credibility Rating
Our Assessment

Audioholics.com's projector coverage is a mixed bag. The site's Pro Reviews are well detailed, critical and highly technical, but the First Look reviews appear based on manufacturer-supplied information… with no sign of any actual testing. Unfortunately, the few business-class projectors covered here only receive First Look reports. While the editors' insights do have some value, ultimately the lack of testing makes reviews at other sites more helpful.

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