XGIMI Aura 2
A stylish ultra short throw projector for living rooms that want Netflix and Dolby Vision without extra boxes and easy setup.
Amazon $1,549$1,549
The XGIMI Aura 2 is the better projector overall, rated 4.4 to 3.9. The XGIMI Aura 2 leads on setup and value. The XGIMI Aura 2 costs $250 less ($1,549 vs $1,799).
WEMAX Nova Pro
A mid-priced laser UST for watching movies and TV in a living room. Gamers should look elsewhere, since testing found it laggy.
Amazon $1,799.99 WEMAX $1,799$1,799
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 XGIMI Aura 2 for setup (Autofocus, auto keystone vs Manual focus and keystone) and value ($0.67 per lumen vs $0.86 per lumen).
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 | XGIMI Aura 2 | WEMAX Nova Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 60 2,300 ISO 21118 lumens | 54 2,100 ISO lumens |
| Value 15% | 88 $0.67 per lumen | 76 $0.86 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 100 Autofocus, auto keystone | 0 Manual focus and keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 20,000 hour hybrid laser | 100 25,000 hour laser |
| Gaming 10% | 71 20 ms input lag | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Independent measurements
XGIMI Aura 2
No independent test published yet.
WEMAX Nova Pro
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smart Home Hookup: Best UST Projector of 2025 | 2,234 lm | - | - | 2,234 lumens in Office mode. It dropped frames at 120 and 240 Hz and was the only tested UST that did not stay under 50 ms at 4K/60 with keystone on. |
Specifications
| XGIMI Aura 2 | WEMAX Nova Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 2,300 ISO 21118 | 2,100 ISO |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP | DLP |
| Light source | hybrid laser | laser |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours | 25,000 hours |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 110% Rec.709 |
| Native contrast | - | 3,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | 1,000,000:1 | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Ultra short throw (0.2:1) | Ultra short throw (0.2:1) |
| Largest image | 150 in | 150 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | - |
| Auto keystone | Yes | - |
| Obstacle avoidance | No | - |
| Auto screen fit | No | - |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Google TV, licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | 20 ms | - |
| HDMI ports | 3 | 2 |
| eARC | Yes | - |
| Speakers | 60 W | 30 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 32 dB | - |
| Power | 180 W | - |
| Dimensions | 20.1 x 10.6 x 5.7 in (W x D x H) | 18.0 x 12.1 x 3.6 in |
| Weight | 19.8 lb | 15.4 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2024-09 | 2025-08 |