XGIMI H2 1080p Full HD 4k Smart 3D Projector, 1350ANSI lm, Android OS, Built-in Harman/Kardon Speakers, Auto-focus, 2.4G/5G Wi-fi, Bluetooth, DLP, HDMI/USB Video, Home Theater

The appeal of this projector to me is largely the compact size, very capable built-in speakers, and LED light engine (meaning long life, lower heat, and less maintenance than a bulb). There are some cheaper options if you want a fixed installation projector, but the feature set of the H2 makes it (IMO) the best portable 1080p projector for taking to parties, family gatherings, etc. I picked up a collapsible photography backdrop frame and lycra stretch screen around the same time, and along with a camera tripod (the H2 has a standard tripod mount threading on the bottom) I have a completely portable setup. The 3rd and 4th pictures above show the VRV app running on a Shield TV connected to the H2 (as you can see on the right of the 3rd image its still light out, but the blinds are closed), with the 4th picture showing rear projection on the lycra screen. The first two pictures are just projection on a plain white wall. Now, nothing is perfect and the shortcomings of the H2 for my uses are really in the built-in Android OS. As with a lot of Android devices from smaller brands the H2 isnt certified for the DRM used by major streaming apps like newer versions of Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, etc. and as a result if you can get them to run youre likely to be restricted to lower video quality. Similarly its not Google Play certified (it comes with the Aptoide store installed on the international version, though Ive heard the domestic Chinese version has a different store and selection of apps). While not ideal, this can easily be worked around with an external video source, whether thats an Android TV box like the Shield TV, a Roku, Fire TV, or whatever you prefer. Sure, its something else to carry but most streaming devices are very compact these days. You could also just mirror your phones screen to the H2, but I havent tested that extensively myself. The built-in Android device is still nice to have even in its current state, and XGIMI has stated theyre working on Google Play certification though I cant say if that will happen or if it applies to the H2 or just upcoming products. With the built-in OS you can watch YouTube, run Kodi, browse the web, etc., and the international remote can function as an air mouse to facilitate that. Im sure some people will be satisfied with just the built-in OS but my main use cases are games (H2, screen, and Nintendo Switch is a very portable combination) and using the H2 with an external streaming video source, so I havent really pushed the limits of whats capable with the built-in Android functionality. One final quick note about games: the H2 doesnt have the lowest input lag available on projectors, but if you set the picture mode to "Game" it feels pretty decent. Definitely good enough for having fun with friends and family, but if youre looking for the absolute lowest input latency (delay between the video source sending a frame over HDMI and that image being displayed) you arent going to get that on the H2. For my uses, trading a couple frames of input latency for the portability makes sense.

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Ive had the XGIMI H2 for almost a month now and I absolutely love it! This is my review of the Global Version on Firmware 1.33 which is the latest at the time of this review. Short version: Absolutely recommended. Great picture quality and sound. Good for portability. Only let down is that you cant get paid streaming services (Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, etc.) to play in HD using the built-in software. You can use a Roku, Fire Stick, Mi Box or Chromecast to overcome this. Full Review: Build Quality: 9/10 This thing looks amazing and feels like a premium product. My score here is based on the look and feel of the projector and accessories but not the durability as I havent had it for that long. The remote is plastic and only the power button is backlit. It doesnt feel cheap by any means but it feels less premium than the projector itself. Picture Quality: 10/10 This projector looks amazing in total darkness and with ambient lights. The colors are crisp and contrast looks great. I have an LG PW600G an, LG Full HD Cinema 3D 55 inch TV and an LG 4K UHD Smart TV. This projector is blows the PW600G out of the water (obviously) and is very comparable to the TVs in total darkness. Contrast takes a slight hi with ambient lighting but is still perfectly watchable. With all lights on or direct sunlight the picture is still visible but (as with most other projectors) this is far from an ideal scenario and a TV will always win. 3D: (10/10) This projector does 3D! All other projectors Ive seen needed a piece of PC software (NVidia 3D Vision or similar) to display Bluray 3D content but the XGIMI H2 just does 3D like a traditional 3D TV. You can play Side By Side and Top/Down 3D files and it also does 2D to 3D conversion (not as good as native 3D files obviously) and vice versa. You do need DLP Link 3D glasses (available from XGIMI and other retailers) to watch 3D. I tried it with the Firestorm LT 3D glasses and I was surprised at how well it worked and how easy it was to watch 3D compared to other projectors. Definitely, a huge pro for me as I am one of the few people left who love watching 3D content at home. Sound: 9/10 The H2 is equipped with Harman/Kardon speakers and it shows. While this wont replace a full surround sound setup, it is great for using the projector on the go or if you dont have a speaker setup. Sound volume using the built-in video player can be low with some files but I downloaded VLC player and that solved the problem. You can also hook up external speakers via AUX, Optical Out, HDMI or Bluetooth. Ive heard there is a delay when connecting via Bluetooth and I havent tried that so I cant say. Gaming: 10/10 I am an avid gamer and Ive tried the projector with my Alienware PC and PS4. I havent noticed any ghosting with fast paced games and virtually no input lag with fighting games (Street Fighter V, Marvel vs Capcom Infinite, MAME Arcade games, PCSX2) or other action games (Read Dead Redemption 2, Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2, Fortnite) It wont beat a gaming monitor but it is great for normal gaming scenarios. Software: 7/10 While I find the interface very nice and fast to navigate, there are some problems with the software that keep this from being a great Smart Projector. First, the remote control has a great air-mouse functionality that turns off if left unused for like 10 seconds and has to be turned on with a button press with no way to keep it always on. Second, XGIMI did not certify the H2 for Widevine DRM. This means you can not watch Netflix, Amazon Prime Video or any other streaming service that uses DRM in Full HD. You will need an external certified device (Roku, Fire Stick, Mi Box, Chromecast or similar) to watch your paid content in HD. Youtube does not suffer from this problem. Considering Widevine L1 certification is free, I think XGIMI needs to get this process done. Third, while the projector runs on Android, it does NOT come with Google Play store or services. There are ways to install them but the store is buggy and doesnt let you search for apps to install. Side-loading apps requires that you rename APK files to .apk1 and not all apps work. For example, I had to try different versions of the Netflix app until I found one that worked and let me stream shows. Some users got Kodi to install and work but it did not work for me and I am what you would call a very tech-savvy person. XGIMI says they are working on making the experience better and should be releasing a major software update soon but it remains to be seen what problems that would solve. Verdict: 9/10 I took a calculated risk when buying this projector and I am so happy that I did. the picture, contrast and sound are much better than I imagined even after watching countless online video reviews. XGIMI has an official facebook page for support and they seem to be very active but I dont know if their support (if I need it) will be as good as other brand names. The only improvement that is needed in my opinion is more support for Google Play Services and Apps.

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Was hoping for this projector to be the one to replace my xgimi z6 but sadly I was not happy with the black levels in dark scenes and the brightness of the projector gave me headaches I took the chance and ordered the xgimi h1 and it was just right for my environment picture quality wise and brightness Im hoping xgimi will get it right with the H3 with 4k and all.

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This is a super projector, bright, smooth motion and very high quality color, with HDR support. The speaker is super loud and hold on its own for movie night. Built in Android can read USB and play various media files without external player device. Connected Roku 4K and FireStick 4K. One caveat is HDMI 2.0 has NO HDCP 2.2, so be warned, you will not be able to watch content from Netflix or Prime Video at 4K UHD. Youll can to set to 1080p mode, picture still excellent! Hoping for HDCP 2.2 support from firmware update.

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