Dangbei MP1 Max
#9 in 4KFull review
A bright, self-adjusting smart 4K projector for a living room, best for movies and TV rather than fast games.
Amazon $1,299$1,299
The Dangbei MP1 Max rates 4.4 among 4K projectors; the Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 rates 3.9 among 1080p and under ones. The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 costs $899.01 less ($399.99 vs $1,299).
Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02
A bright, inexpensive portable projector for buyers who want a big picture in a room that is not fully dark. Plan on a streaming stick for Netflix.
Amazon $399.99$399.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (4K and 1080p and under), 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 MP1 Max | Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 88 3,100 ISO lumens | 95 3,000 ISO 21118 lumens |
| Value 15% | 93 $0.42 per lumen | 100 $0.13 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 30 Auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 30,000 hour hybrid laser | 50 12,000 hour lamp |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Dangbei MP1 Max
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectorCentral | 3,084 lm | 35 ms | - | 3,084 ANSI lumens in Game mode, High Performance power (2,751 Standard, 1,924 Eco). Input lag 35 ms at 1080p/60 and 4K/60 in Game mode. |
Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Dangbei MP1 Max | Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,100 ISO | 3,000 ISO 21118 |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 1080p |
| Display | DLP | 3LCD |
| Light source | hybrid laser | lamp |
| Light source life | 30,000 hours | 12,000 hours |
| HDR | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | - |
| Color gamut | 110% BT.2020 | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw (1.2:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in | 300 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | No |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | No |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Android TV, no licensed Netflix |
| Top refresh rate | 240 Hz | - |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 1 |
| eARC | Yes | - |
| Speakers | 24 W | 5 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 24 dB | 37 dB |
| Power | 190 W | 284 W |
| Dimensions | 11.65 x 9.06 x 9.71 in (W x D x H) | 12.5 x 8.3 x 3.4 in |
| Weight | 12.4 lb | 5.7 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Released | 2025-06-24 | 2022-10 |