HP MC425
#37 in 1080p and underFull review
A cheap, compact short throw projector for small rooms, dorms and camping with a power bank. Pair it with a streaming stick and a dark room.
Amazon $109.95$109.95
The HP MC425 is the better projector overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The Philoent Mini Projector (2026) wins on value. The Philoent Mini Projector (2026) costs $33.96 less ($75.99 vs $109.95).
Philoent Mini Projector (2026)
#62 in 1080p and underFull review
A quiet, easy to set up mini for dorms and small bedrooms where it has to sit close to the wall. Its native resolution is unpublished.
Amazon $75.99$75.99
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 Philoent Mini Projector (2026) for value ($0.38 per lumen vs $0.55 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 | HP MC425 | Philoent Mini Projector (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 9 200 ISO 21118 lumens | 9 200 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 53 $0.55 per lumen | 73 $0.38 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 50 native resolution not published (neutral score used) |
| Streaming 15% | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix | 50 Maker OS, no licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 20,000 hour LED | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| HP MC425 | Philoent Mini Projector (2026) | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 200 ISO 21118 | 200 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | - |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | - |
| Display | LCD | - |
| Light source | LED | - |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Short throw (0.8:1) | Short throw (0.8:1) |
| Largest image | 120 in | - |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Optical zoom | None | - |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Android TV, no licensed Netflix | Maker OS, no licensed Netflix |
| HDMI ports | 1 | - |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | - | 25 dB |
| Power | 55 W | - |
| Dimensions | 4.02 x 4.72 x 6.14 in | - |
| Weight | 2.2 lb | 0.8 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-09 | - |