JMGO N1S Pro vs XGIMI HORIZON Ultra vs Dangbei DBOX02: Which 4K Projector is Right for Your Home Cinema?

[Serena Anderson]

Introduce​

Parameter	JMGO N1S Pro​	XGIMI HORIZON Ultra​	Dangbei DBOX02​
Picture​	​	​	​
Price​	$1499​	$1499.99​	$1899​
Recommended Uses​	For Authentic Products and Service, Always Shop with Official Store "JMGO Direct", Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​	Education, Home Cinema, Indoor, Gaming, Business​
Highlight​	Brightness: 2250 ISO lumens Sound: Dual 20W speakers, Dolby Digital Plus, 45Hz bass Image Precision: Integrated gimbal for alignment Connections: HDMI 2.1 (eARC), USB 2.0 Resolution: 4K Contrast Ratio: 1600:1 Color Spectrum: Industry's widest color spectrum​	4K Projection: World's first 4K long throw projector with Dolby Vision. Image Quality: Ultra-vivid colors, sharper contrast, richer details. Light Technology: Dual Light Technology with LED and Laser sources. Brightness: 2300 ISO lumens for exceptional image quality in any lighting. Intelligent Screen Adaption: Adjusts to wall colors, optimizes screen correction, lossless zoom. Entertainment Platform: Equipped with Android TV 11.0 for diverse entertainment options.​	Ultra-Bright Visuals: 4K resolution, up to 200”, 2450 ISO lumens, ALPD technology Smart Features: Google TV, licensed Netflix, 10,000+ apps (YouTube, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+) Audio Quality: Dual 12W speakers, Dolby Audio, DTS:X Easy Setup: Fast autofocus, auto keystone, screen fit, obstacle avoidance, InstanPro AI Image Setup Gaming Performance: Exclusive game mode, low-latency gameplay, Wi-Fi 6, HDMI 2.1, high refresh rate​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	JMGO N1S Pro​	XGIMI HORIZON Ultra​	Dangbei DBOX02​
Screen Size​	N/A - 180 Inches​	40 Inches - 200 Inches​	60 Inches - 200 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1 Feet - 16 Feet​	N/A - 16.66 Feet​	1.7 Meters - 5 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	1600:1​	-​	-​
Display Resolution​	3840 x 2160​	3840 x 2160 Pixels​	3840 x 2160​
Native Resolution​	3840 x 2160​	3840 x 2160​	3840 x 2160​
Brightness​	2250 Lumen​	2300 Lumen​	2450 lumen​
Display Type​	RGB Triple Color Laser​	DLP​	Laser​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	HDR 10, RGB Triple Color Laser​	HLG, HDR10, Dolby Vision​	ALPD​

Features​

Parameter	JMGO N1S Pro​	XGIMI HORIZON Ultra​	Dangbei DBOX02​
Video Encoding​	HEVC (H.265)​	HEVC (H.265)​	H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9​
Lamp Wattage​	-​	12 Watts​	12 Watts​
Light Source Life​	30000 Hours​	30000 Hours​	30000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control, App Control​	Remote Control, Button Control​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	App, Remote​	-​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Floor/Ceiling/Tripod/Tabletop/Wall Mount​	Ceiling Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Built-In 3d (Blu-ray 3D), Dolby Digital Plus, 20W Built-In Speaker, 45Hz Deep Bass, Real-time Autofocus and Auto Keystone Correction, Auto Screen Alignment, Auto Brightness and Wall Color Adaptation, Lossless Zoom, Smart Eye Protection, Smart Object Avoidance, Netflix Officially Licensed, 2250 ISO Lumens, RGB Triple Color Laser​	Built-In Speaker, Auto Obstacle Avoidance, Auto Screen Alignment, Dolby Vision Intelligent Eye Protection DCI-P3 95.5% ISA 3.0 uninterrupted auto keystone, Auto Focus​	Built-In Speaker, Digital Keystone Correction, Built-In Cooling System, Built-In Wi-Fi, 3d-Ready​

Connectivity​

Parameter	JMGO N1S Pro​	XGIMI HORIZON Ultra​	Dangbei DBOX02​
Connectivity Technology​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI 2.1 (eARC), 3.5mm Jack​	Bluetooth​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB​
Hardware Connectivity​	HDMI, 3.5mm Audio, Bluetooth 5, USB 2.0​	USB, HDMI, Headphone, Bluetooth 5​	HDMI, 3.5mm Audio, USB 2.0​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Tablet, Smartphone, Speaker​	Television, Gaming Console​	-​

Measurements​

Parameter	JMGO N1S Pro​	XGIMI HORIZON Ultra​	Dangbei DBOX02​
Dimensions L x W x H​	11.57"L x 15.51"W x 8.66"H​	10.4"L x 8.81"W x 6.69"H​	9.29"L x 7.93"W x 6.43"H​
Item Weight​	-​	5.2 Kilograms​	4 Kilograms​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
JMGO N1S Pro​	Pros • 4K resolution and vibrant colors enhance viewing experience • Outstanding brightness and black levels for versatile lighting conditions • Built-in Google TV for easy streaming, including Netflix support • User-friendly interface with straightforward menus and easy remote navigation • Minimal setup time, getting up and running in under 10 minutes • Built-in stand for easy angle adjustments • Excellent image quality with crisp, clear visuals and no laser speckle • Built-in speakers provide good sound quality, reducing need for external speakers • Great value for the price Cons • Slightly lacking brightness in well-lit rooms compared to ideal conditions • No lens shift option, which may limit placement flexibility • Absence of a mute button on the remote • Initial brightness may not meet expectations until tested in low-light conditions
XGIMI HORIZON Ultra​	Pros: • Outstanding packaging and presentation • High-quality build • Dolby Vision support • Dual Light technology • Increased light output potential Cons: • MEMC disabled while using Dolby Vision, impacting smooth video output • Auto keystone functionality not as effective as Horizon Pro • Similar brightness and picture quality to Horizon Pro at a higher cost • Compatibility issues with major streaming apps like Disney+ and Prime, causing video buffering and glitches • Audio sync issues detracting from the viewing experience • Poor internet/Wi-Fi connectivity compared to Horizon Pro
Dangbei DBOX02​	Pros: • Excellent value for the price, offering 4K resolution and Google OS. • Impressive image size potential, capable of projecting up to 200 inches. • Solid build quality with well-constructed parts. • Sharp picture quality with excellent color and HDR10 support. • Clean and unobtrusive setup compared to traditional TVs. • Easy auto focus feature for adjusting screen size and resolution. • Good performance in low light conditions with blackout curtains. • Positive experience for gaming and movie watching with family. • Durable lifespan comparable to traditional LED/OLED TVs. Cons: • Remote lacks a dedicated mute button, though voice command works. • Performance may be affected by direct sunlight; blackout curtains are recommended. • Sound quality from the projector itself is only decent; a sound bar is recommended for better audio. • Requires some understanding and common sense to set up effectively compared to TVs. • Not as straightforward to plug and play as traditional televisions.