Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen
#58 in 1080p and underFull review
A tiny, stylish projector with Samsung’s smart TV apps for casual viewing in dark rooms. Most buyers get more picture for the money elsewhere.
Samsung $799.99$799.99
The Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen is the better projector overall, rated 3.3 to 2.6. The Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen leads on streaming and setup. The HAPPRUN H1 wins on value. The HAPPRUN H1 costs $740 less ($59.99 vs $799.99).
HAPPRUN H1
#140 in 1080p and underFull review
A very cheap native 1080p projector for dark room movies from a TV stick or game console. Bring your own streaming device and expect manual setup.
Amazon $59.99$59.99
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 Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen for streaming (Tizen with licensed Netflix vs no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick) and setup (Autofocus, auto keystone vs Manual focus and keystone).
- Choose the HAPPRUN H1 for value ($0.24 per lumen vs $3.48 per lumen).
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 | Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen | HAPPRUN H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 14 230 ANSI lumens | 16 250 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 0 $3.48 per lumen | 89 $0.24 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Tizen with licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 0 Manual focus and keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 30,000 hour LED | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 0 50 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 0 1-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TechRadar | - | 62 ms | - | Input lag measured with Game mode on. Measured 88.5% DCI-P3. Date is the syndicated copy. |
HAPPRUN H1
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smart Home Hookup | - | 35 ms | - | 35 to 45 ms depending on frame |
Specifications
| Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen | HAPPRUN H1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 230 ANSI | 250 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Display | DLP | LCD |
| Light source | LED | LED |
| Light source life | 30,000 hours | - |
| HDR | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | - |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 10,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 100 in | 200 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | No |
| Optical zoom | - | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Tizen, licensed Netflix | None |
| Input lag | - | 50 ms |
| Top refresh rate | - | 60 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 1 | 1 |
| Speakers | 5 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Power | 50 W | - |
| Dimensions | - | 240 x 210 x 96 mm |
| Weight | 1.8 lb | 3.5 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 years |
| Released | 2023-08 | 2023-07 |