Dangbei DBOX02 Pro
#18 in 4KFull review
An easy smart 4K laser projector for a living room or bedroom that sets itself up and streams Netflix out of the box.
Amazon $898.98$898.98
The Dangbei DBOX02 Pro rates 4.0 among 4K projectors; the WEMAX Nova Pro rates 3.9 among ultra short throw ones. The Dangbei DBOX02 Pro costs $900.02 less ($898.98 vs $1,799).
WEMAX Nova Pro
A mid-priced laser UST for watching movies and TV in a living room. Gamers should look elsewhere, since testing found it laggy.
Amazon $1,799.99 WEMAX $1,799$1,799
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (4K and ultra short throw), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Dangbei DBOX02 Pro | WEMAX Nova Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 67 2,000 ISO lumens | 54 2,100 ISO lumens |
| Value 15% | 91 $0.45 per lumen | 76 $0.86 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 0 Manual focus and keystone |
| Light life 10% | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) | 100 25,000 hour laser |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Dangbei DBOX02 Pro
No independent test published yet.
WEMAX Nova Pro
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smart Home Hookup: Best UST Projector of 2025 | 2,234 lm | - | - | 2,234 lumens in Office mode. It dropped frames at 120 and 240 Hz and was the only tested UST that did not stay under 50 ms at 4K/60 with keystone on. |
Specifications
| Dangbei DBOX02 Pro | WEMAX Nova Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 2,000 ISO | 2,100 ISO |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP | DLP |
| Light source | laser | laser |
| Light source life | - | 25,000 hours |
| HDR | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | 108% Rec.709 | 110% Rec.709 |
| Native contrast | - | 3,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.3:1) | Ultra short throw (0.2:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in | 150 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | - |
| Auto keystone | Yes | - |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | - |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | - |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Google TV, licensed Netflix |
| Top refresh rate | 240 Hz | - |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| eARC | Yes | - |
| Speakers | 24 W | 30 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 24 dB | - |
| Power | 110 W | - |
| Dimensions | 10.34 x 8.49 x 9.72 in (W x D x H) | 18.0 x 12.1 x 3.6 in |
| Weight | 10.6 lb | 15.4 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-07-01 | 2025-08 |