The Boldever C200R Roku TV is the better projector overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The Boldever C200R Roku TV leads on streaming. The Boldever C200R Roku TV costs $9.96 less ($99.99 vs $109.95).
One of the cheapest ways to get a native 1080p Roku TV projector with automatic setup, for streaming in a dark bedroom or on the road. At 200 ANSI lumens it is not for rooms with any light.
Amazon $99.99A cheap, compact short throw projector for small rooms, dorms and camping with a power bank. Pair it with a streaming stick and a dark room.
Amazon $109.95Prices 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.
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 | Boldever C200R Roku TV | HP MC425 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 9 200 ANSI lumens | 9 200 ISO 21118 lumens |
| Value 15% | 59 $0.50 per lumen | 53 $0.55 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Roku TV with licensed Netflix | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) | 100 20,000 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 |
| Boldever C200R Roku TV | HP MC425 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 200 ANSI | 200 ISO 21118 |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Display | - | LCD |
| Light source | - | LED |
| Light source life | - | 20,000 hours |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | - | Short throw (0.8:1) |
| Largest image | 200 in | 120 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Optical zoom | - | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Roku TV, licensed Netflix | Android TV, no licensed Netflix |
| HDMI ports | 1 | 1 |
| eARC | No | - |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Power | - | 55 W |
| Dimensions | 7.3 x 5.0 x 6.0 in | 4.02 x 4.72 x 6.14 in |
| Weight | 1.5 lb | 2.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2026-10 | 2025-09 |
