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 $399.99The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 is the better projector overall, rated 3.9 to 3.3. The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 leads on streaming, resolution and setup. The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 costs $70 less ($329.99 vs $399.99).
A bright, simple 3LCD projector for rooms with some light, fed by a streaming stick. Its 1280x800 panel is a step below the 1080p CO-FH02, so pay that model’s premium if sharpness matters.
Amazon $329.99Prices 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 Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 for streaming (Android TV, no licensed Netflix vs no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick), resolution (1920 x 1080 native vs 1280 x 800 native, below 1080p) and setup (Auto keystone vs Manual focus and keystone).
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 | Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 | Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 95 3,000 ISO 21118 lumens | 95 3,000 ISO 21118 lumens |
| Value 15% | 100 $0.13 per lumen | 100 $0.11 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 30 1280 x 800 native, below 1080p |
| Streaming 15% | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 30 Auto keystone | 0 Manual focus and keystone |
| Light life 10% | 50 12,000 hour lamp | 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 |
Specifications
| Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-FH02 | Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,000 ISO 21118 | 3,000 ISO 21118 |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1280 x 800 |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1280x800 |
| Display | 3LCD | 3LCD |
| Light source | lamp | lamp |
| Light source life | 12,000 hours | 12,000 hours |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw (1.3:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in | 300 in |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | - |
| Obstacle avoidance | No | - |
| Auto screen fit | No | - |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Android TV, no licensed Netflix | None |
| HDMI ports | 1 | 1 |
| Speakers | 5 W | 5 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 37 dB | 38 dB |
| Power | 284 W | 284 W |
| Dimensions | 12.5 x 8.3 x 3.4 in | 11.6 x 8.3 x 3.4 in |
| Weight | 5.7 lb | 5.3 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Released | 2022-10 | 2022-09-27 |
