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 3.1. The HP MC425 leads on value. The VOPLLS S5 wins on streaming. The HP MC425 costs $90.04 less ($109.95 vs $199.99).
VOPLLS S5
#59 in 1080p and underFull review
A thin, native 1080p mini projector with licensed Netflix for a dark bedroom or travel. Its low brightness keeps it to small pictures at night.
Amazon $199.99$199.99
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 HP MC425 for value ($0.55 per lumen vs $1.00 per lumen).
- Choose the VOPLLS S5 for streaming (Maker OS with licensed Netflix vs Android TV, no licensed Netflix).
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 | VOPLLS S5 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 9 200 ISO 21118 lumens | 9 200 ISO 21118 lumens |
| Value 15% | 53 $0.55 per lumen | 0 $1.00 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix | 100 Maker OS with 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 | VOPLLS S5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 200 ISO 21118 | 200 ISO 21118 |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Display | LCD | - |
| Light source | LED | - |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours | - |
| HDR | - | HDR10+ |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 10,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Short throw (0.8:1) | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 120 in | 100 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Optical zoom | None | - |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Android TV, no licensed Netflix | Maker OS, licensed Netflix |
| HDMI ports | 1 | - |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Power | 55 W | - |
| Dimensions | 4.02 x 4.72 x 6.14 in | - |
| Weight | 2.2 lb | 0.9 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-09 | - |