Dangbei N2 mini
#63 in 1080p and underFull review
A budget bedroom projector with licensed Netflix and fully automatic setup. Best for a dark room and screens up to about 100 inches.
Amazon $199$199
The Dangbei N2 mini and the Dxyiitoo S3 are evenly matched, rated 3.0 and 3.0. The Dangbei N2 mini leads on streaming and brightness. The Dxyiitoo S3 wins on warranty. The Dxyiitoo S3 costs $9.01 less ($189.99 vs $199).
Dxyiitoo S3
#68 in 1080p and underFull review
A plug-in native 1080p projector for movie nights with a streaming stick. Without a brightness rating it is hard to judge against rated models in its price range.
Amazon $189.99$189.99
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 Dangbei N2 mini for streaming (Maker OS with licensed Netflix vs no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick) and brightness (200 ISO 21118 lumens vs no ANSI or ISO brightness rating).
- Choose the Dxyiitoo S3 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 | Dangbei N2 mini | Dxyiitoo S3 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 9 200 ISO 21118 lumens | 0 no ANSI or ISO brightness rating |
| Value 15% | 1 $0.99 per lumen | 50 no rated brightness (neutral score used) |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Maker OS with licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 50 setup features not stated (neutral score used) |
| Light life 10% | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) | 100 100,000 hour LED |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Dangbei N2 mini | Dxyiitoo S3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 200 ISO 21118 | - |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Display | LCD | LCD |
| Light source | LED | LED |
| Light source life | - | 100,000 hours |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 10,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 120 in | 300 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | - |
| Auto keystone | Yes | - |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | - |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | - |
| Optical zoom | None | - |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Maker OS, licensed Netflix | None |
| Top refresh rate | 60 Hz | - |
| HDMI ports | 1 | - |
| eARC | No | - |
| Speakers | 6 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 27 dB | - |
| Power | 65 W | - |
| Dimensions | 5.63 x 5.87 x 9.49 in | 9.25 x 6.61 x 3.27 in |
| Weight | 3.8 lb | 2.9 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2025-04 | - |