Epson EpiqVision Mini EF22 vs JMGO N1 vs XGIMI Horizon Pro: Which Home Cinema Projector with Built-In Speaker Should You Choose?

[Amanda Brown]

Introduce​

Parameter	Epson EpiqVision Mini EF22​	JMGO N1​	XGIMI Horizon Pro​
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Price​	$999.99​	$599​	$999.99​
Recommended Uses​	Home Cinema, Gaming​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​	Home Cinema​
Highlight​	Audio Quality: High-quality internal stereo speakers with Dolby audio Connectivity: Built-in HDMI for connecting gaming consoles and streaming devices Smart Features: Google TV with access to over 10,000 apps Light Source: 20,000-hour maintenance-free laser light source Design: Portable with 360-degree swivel-stand and tilt ability​	Immersive Movie Viewing Experience: Seamless day-to-night cinematic journey, tri-color laser optics, outstanding brightness, 1080P full HD, 150” large screen. Portable Mobile Gimbal Home Theater: 127° rotation gimbal, intelligent auto keystone correction, real-time clear images, portable for indoor and outdoor use. Abundant Streaming & Gaming Choices: Android TV 11.0, access to thousands of apps, Google Assistant, built-in Chromecast, ongoing firmware updates. Premium 360° Stereo Surround Sound: Collaboration with Dynaudio, dual 5W subwoofers, high-fidelity sound with Dolby Audio and DTS. Easy Setup in Seconds & Low Noise: Smart Environment Adaptation System, noise level ≤26dB, automatic adjustments for optimized playback.​	Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (True 4K) Brightness: 1500 ISO Lumens Audio: Dual 8W Harman Kardon speakers, DTS-HD & DTS Studio Sound, Dolby Digital compatibility Screen Adaption: ±40 Degrees Auto Keystone Correction, Auto Screen Alignment, Auto Focus, Obstacle Avoidance Image Engine: X-VUE 2.0, 60Hz MEMC, HDR10 x HLG, AI Brightness Adjustment Operating System: Android TV 10.0, 5000+ Google Play apps, Chromecast built-in, Google Assistant (no Netflix support)​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	Epson EpiqVision Mini EF22​	JMGO N1​	XGIMI Horizon Pro​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 150 Inches​	60 Inches - 150 Inches​	40 Inches - 200 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1 Feet - 3.32 Feet​	1 Meters - 4 Meters​	33.33 Feet - 27 Feet​
Contrast Ratio​	-​	1600:1​	10000:1​
Display Resolution​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​	1920*1080 Pixels​	3840 x 2160 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	1920 x 1080​	3840 x 2160​
Brightness​	1000 Lumen​	750 Lumen​	1500 Lumen​
Display Type​	Laser​	Laser​	DLP​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	-​	MALC™ Triple Color Laser Optics​	X-VUE 2.0 Image Engine, MEMC​

Features​

Parameter	Epson EpiqVision Mini EF22​	JMGO N1​	XGIMI Horizon Pro​
Video Encoding​	-​	H.264 or H.265​	[Multiple Common Formats]​
Lamp Wattage​	-​	5 Watts​	8 Watts​
Light Source Life​	20000 Hours​	-​	30000 Hours​
Controller Type​	-​	Remote Control, JMGO APP​	Remote Control, Voice Control​
Control Method​	-​	Remote​	Remote, Touch​
Mount Type​	Tabletop Mount​	Table/Ceiling Front/Rear Projection​	Tabletop Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Built-In Speaker, Portable, Built-In Wi-Fi​	Integrated Gimbal Design, MALC™ Triple Color Laser Optics, Dynaudio HiFi Audio Experience, Android TV 11.0, Google Play&Google Assistant, Multi Adaptive System: Exclusive Screen Memory/Smart Eye Protection​	Built-In Speaker, Auto Obstacle Avoidance, Auto Screen Alignment, Auto Focus, HDR10, HLG, Low Blue Light Certified By TÜV Rheinland, Auto Keystone Correction(±40° Vertical and Horizontal), Intelligent Screen Alignment​

Connectivity​

Parameter	Epson EpiqVision Mini EF22​	JMGO N1​	XGIMI Horizon Pro​
Connectivity Technology​	Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI​	Wireless/Bluetooth/Wi-Fi/HDMI/USB​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A​	USB, HDMI​	USB, HDMI, Headphone, 802.11 ac/b/g/n, Bluetooth 5​
Compatible Devices​	-​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Smartphone, Tablet​	Television, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet​

Measurements​

Parameter	Epson EpiqVision Mini EF22​	JMGO N1​	XGIMI Horizon Pro​
Dimensions L x W x H​	7.5"L x 9.3"W x 7.5"H​	7.3"L x 6.5"W x 7.5"H​	8.58"L x 8.18"W x 5.35"H​
Item Weight​	6.8 Pounds​	4.4 Pounds​	5 Kilograms​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF22​	Pros: • Easy setup with software updates • Autofocus and auto-keystone features for quick image adjustments • Extremely quiet operation due to laser light source • Good longevity compared to standard lamp-based projectors • Adequate brightness (1,000 lumens) for dark rooms up to 120" • Access to the full Play Store via Google TV for various streaming apps • Built-in speakers are sufficient for regular programming Cons: • Not very portable due to the tall swivel mount • Limited performance in well-lit environments • Contrast levels typical of LCD projectors, not on par with OLED • AirPlay support is lacking for Apple users • Performance may lag with larger screens (over 80") when not using 4K resolution
JMGO N1​	Pros: • Outstanding three-color laser projection quality with excellent contrast and color. • Ability to project content onto the ceiling enhances the viewing experience. • Brilliantly designed gimbal stand adds elegance to the setup. • Automatic self-leveling feature simplifies setup and eliminates corner adjustments. • Gentle on the eyes, even at brightness levels that might seem too high. • Support for Blu-ray 3D adds to its versatility. • User-friendly and convenient design. Cons: • Brightness may be excessive for some users, even at the lowest setting. • Sound quality is not optimal for a cinema-like experience, with audio not matching the visual positioning. • Limited audio output options, making it cumbersome to connect external devices. • Slow and cumbersome Smart OS, leading to performance issues with streaming services. • Best suited for use as an all-in-one travel projector rather than for extensive external device integration.
XGIMI Horizon Pro​	Pros • Excellent brightness allows clear images even in ambient light • Reduces eye strain for kids during long online classes • High video quality comparable to movie theaters • Good audio quality without needing external speakers • Easy setup and automatic tuning features • Portable and convenient for different uses Cons • None explicitly mentioned in the review