AKASO WT50
#100 in 1080p and underFull review
A pocket projector for travel and a dark bedroom, with its own Android apps. Its 50 lumens and 480p panel make it a novelty next to any plug-in 1080p projector at the same price.
Amazon $269.99$269.99
The AKASO WT50 and the AKASO Mini Projector are evenly matched, rated 2.3 and 2.3. The AKASO WT50 leads on streaming. The AKASO Mini Projector costs $45 less ($224.99 vs $269.99).
AKASO Mini Projector
#101 in 1080p and underFull review
A tiny battery projector for tracing art or cookie designs and casual viewing in the dark. Its 50 lumens and 480p panel rule it out as a movie projector.
Amazon $224.99$224.99
Prices were last checked October 29, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the AKASO WT50 for streaming (Android, no licensed Netflix vs no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1080p and under projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | AKASO WT50 | AKASO Mini Projector |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.3/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 0 50 ANSI lumens | 0 50 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 0 $5.40 per lumen | 0 $4.50 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 0 854 x 480 native, below 720p | 0 854 x 480 native, below 720p |
| Streaming 15% | 50 Android, no licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 30 Auto keystone | 50 setup features not stated (neutral score used) |
| Light life 10% | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) | 100 30,000 hour LED |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| AKASO WT50 | AKASO Mini Projector | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 50 ANSI | 50 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 854 x 480 | 854 x 480 |
| Picture resolution | 854x480 | 854x480 |
| Display | DLP | DLP |
| Light source | LED | LED |
| Light source life | - | 30,000 hours |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 1,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Short throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 120 in | 150 in |
| Autofocus | No | - |
| Auto keystone | Yes | - |
| Optical zoom | None | - |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Android | None |
| Build | ||
| Battery | 2 hours | 2.5 hours |
| Dimensions | 5.71 x 3.15 x 0.79 in | 5.51 x 2.71 x 0.62 in |
| Weight | 0.6 lb | 0.5 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |