A compact, bright triple laser UST for replacing a TV in a living room with some daylight. Its very short throw suits shallow stands where other USTs won’t fit.
Amazon $2,399 JMGO $2,199The JMGO O2S Ultra is the better projector overall, rated 4.7 to 4.1. The JMGO O2S Ultra leads on setup, streaming and gaming. The Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 wins on warranty. The Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 costs $399.01 less ($1,799.99 vs $2,199).
A bright, simple ultra short throw TV replacement for living rooms, best for buyers who stream with a separate Netflix device or do not need Netflix.
Epson $1,799.99Prices 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 JMGO O2S Ultra for setup (Autofocus, auto keystone vs Manual focus and keystone), streaming (Google TV with licensed Netflix vs Android TV, no licensed Netflix) and gaming (15 ms input lag vs 20 ms input lag).
- Choose the Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every ultra short throw projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | JMGO O2S Ultra | Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.7/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 92 3,600 ISO lumens | 92 3,600 ISO 21118 lumens |
| Value 15% | 93 $0.61 per lumen | 100 $0.50 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 100 Autofocus, auto keystone | 0 Manual focus and keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 30,000 hour RGB laser | 100 20,000 hour laser |
| Gaming 10% | 83 15 ms input lag | 71 20 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Independent measurements
JMGO O2S Ultra
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smart Home Hookup: Best UST Projector of 2025 | 4,081 lm | - | - | 4,081 lumens in Dynamic mode with fans at full speed (poor color); 2,454 lumens in its more accurate modes. Input lag stayed under 50 ms at 4K/60 with keystone on; no figure given. |
Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Projector Central | 3,485 lm | 24 ms | - | Dynamic mode 3,485 lm; Cinema 2,474 lm. Input lag 24 ms at 1080p/60 and 2160p/60 with Enhanced Gaming. |
Specifications
| JMGO O2S Ultra | Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,600 ISO | 3,600 ISO 21118 |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP | 3LCD |
| Light source | RGB laser | laser |
| Light source life | 30,000 hours | 20,000 hours |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10 | HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | 110% BT.2020 | - |
| Native contrast | 4,000:1 | - |
| Dynamic contrast | 3,000,000:1 | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Ultra short throw (0.2:1) | Ultra short throw (0.3:1) |
| Largest image | 150 in | 120 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | - |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Android TV, no licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | 15 ms | 20 ms |
| Top refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 20 W | 20 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 26 dB | 36 dB |
| Power | 240 W | 278 W |
| Dimensions | 12.3 x 11.4 x 5.5 in (312 x 290 x 140 mm) | 18.4 x 15.7 x 6.2 in |
| Weight | 9.9 lb | 16.3 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-10 | 2023-11 |
