Most of us have switched to TV alternatives that give us more for our money. Apple TV is one of the most popular devices that people have turned to, and it is not just Apple fans here.
Be it Netflix, Amazon Prime, ESPN, or Disney, Apple TV carries it all along with Dolby Atmos sound. But if you want to ditch the iPad and get the experience on a much larger scale, nothing quite beats a projector. And that is exactly what this article covers.
If you want to get the best projectors for Apple TV, you are in the right place. Here we discuss the key factors a projector should have to make it suitable for use with Apple TV, followed by a list of projectors that fit the criteria.
Picture quality is what we shall be focusing on primarily, alongside a few other features, which all come together to create the optimal device.
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| IMAGE | Product | Lumen count | Supported Resolution | Contrast | price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | QKK Mini Projector | 6500 | 1080p | 2000:1 | |
| | VANKYO LEISURE 3 | 2500 | 1080p | 2000:1 | |
 | FANGOR | 6500 | 1080p | 6000:1 | |
![BIGASUO [2021 Upgrade] Bluetooth Full HD Projector Built in DVD Player, Portable Mini Projector Compatible with iPhone/iPad/TV/HDMI/VGA/AV/USB/TF SD Card, 720P Native 1080P Supported](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51-KDM5FnTS._SL500_.jpg) | BIGASUO | 5500 | 1080p | 4000:1 | |
 | KODAK Luma 350 | 200 ANSI lumens | 1080p | 3500:1 | |
 | ViewSonic M1+ | 200 ANSI lumens | 1080p | 12000:1 | |
| | QKK | 5500 | 1080p | 3800:1 | |
 | Pansonite | 5200 | 1080p | 3000:1 | |
 | Crenova | 7000 | 1080p | 7000:1 | |
| | Bomaker | 200 ANSI lumens | 1080p | 2000:1 |
The BIGASUO projector is one that is suited for larger rooms specifically and can cover a good range of space with its 4500 lumens. Not just that, having a high brightness like this enables the projector to showcase bright displays even in daylight, and hence can be used outdoors as well.
For contrast, you get a ratio of 3000:1. To be able to get its maximum effect, we suggest that when you are indoors, try to minimize the lighting regardless of the high brightness. This way the display can be bright and have a lot of depth and dimension at the same time for better viewing quality.
We also love the native resolution on this which is 720p. Since it is not too far from the supported resolution of 1080p, details can be experienced properly and you will not be left with a blurred screen.
Even though we are discussing Apple TV projectors, this one can do a lot more than that. It has numerous ports that let the user connect different multimedia devices. On the top, there is a DVD-player built-in. There is a VGA port, an AV port, the HDMI, and a Micro SD card port for usage with PCs, laptops, tablets, TV boxes.
You also get Bluetooth, which can be used to connect to external speakers if the internal ones are not enough.
This VANKYO LEISURE 3 is well suited for small to medium-sized spaces, and great for indoors with its 2400 lumen count. This has been a common choice for people as their home systems and work just as smoothly with Apple TV as well.
It supports a full HD 1080P resolution letting you see all your favorite shows with their finest details. And the 2000:1 contrast ratio is best observed when you are present in a dimmed atmosphere.
Projection sizes range from a mere 32 inch up to 170 inches, for which the projection distance required is 49 feet up to 16.4 feet. Depending on the size you want to project, you can move the device to or fro.
The recommended distance is 6.5 feet, which creates a size not too big or too small and provides the right entertainment set up.
For speakers, Leisure 3 has two built-in which provides a uniform sound system for all. And thanks to having more than one, the sounds are louder as well, which removes the need for external ones when using at home.
Fan sounds are an annoying part of projectors, but with the cooling system on this, the heat is dissipated quite quickly. And all this happens without much noise as the sound has been brought down to half to minimize distractions.
The Hompow projector is a very versatile device that can be used in multiple spaces, making it the right kind of projector or users who like to move around a lot.
With 3600 lumens, one can use this outdoors without having a washed-out screen. At the same time, 3600 lumens are not too much for moderately sized living rooms either, so it will not be too bright that will hurt the eyes either.
Supported resolution in 1080p for clear and crisp details that you seek. And with the 2000:1 contrast ratio, you can rest assured that colors will be vivid and vibrant, which is exactly what you want.
This model is very well known to be a crowd-pleaser, and if often used for small gatherings. The largest screen size you can get on this is 176 inches, which can be pretty great especially indoors. For this, you will have to keep the projector around 200 inches away from the screen.
And with the two built-in speakers, you do not even need to get external ones. These features make this projector the perfect device for enjoying game nights on ESPN or watching new releases on Disney.
Lamp life is pretty incredible too. You get 50,000 hours on this, which roughly translates to 30 years of usage before you start to experience the bulb dimming.
This projector from TOPVISION is mostly chosen by users who want to move the projector to different locations or directly connect their smartphones to the device for faster and easier connections. But that does not make it any less compatible with Apple TV!
With 3600 lumens, this is a pretty versatile projector. It can entertain a good number of people, can be used indoors and outdoors, and does not get pushed down by some extra ambient light either.
If you are confused with models and want to simply get one that works well everywhere, this is a good model to check out.
It also has a supported resolution of 1080P which brings out the details on screen. Plus, there is a 3000:1 contrast ratio as well which can be best observed when you have dimmed lights. It enhances the depth of the pictures, which is great to have when watching videos.
Screen size can go up to 176 inches, which is great no matter where you decide to put it up, indoors or out. But if you want to tone it down, simply push the device to the front and you can get the size you need according to space.
The projection distance is between 1.5 to 5.2 meters, and anything between this can be altered by the user depending on space and size preferences.
This is a small device that packs big features, the APEMAN is the ultimate entertainment device that pairs well with Apple TV and lets you binge-watch all those good videos and games at their finest.
It has 3800 lumens, which is great for the living room, and just as great outdoors. But it is a bit much for bedrooms, so we would suggest to keep it out of smaller rooms, otherwise it can be a bit overwhelming.
The supported resolution is 1080p, and the contrast is 2000:1. All these are top-notch features create a good projector overall.
The display size stretches to a maximum of 180 inches. If you love entertaining crowds, or hosting parties, then a screen of this scale can surely come in handy. Keep the projector 8 feet away from the screen, and you will be able to enjoy games on a life-sized screen.
If you do not however feel like having a life-sized screen at all times, you can easily tone it down by moving the device. And being a mini projector, this can be easily shifted. Dual speakers are also built-in which cover a good range of space.
Now, you can definitely use this with Apple TV, but this has more connectivity options that let you use smartphones, laptops, tablets, gaming consoles, and more with the projector as you like.
The projector's resolution is one of the key factors since you want at least an HD resolution to get the right experience. With a higher resolution, you get more pixels and the size of each pixel gets smaller. This makes the display more seamless.
We would suggest going for a 1080P (1920 x 1080) full HD resolution for the perfect view. The highest resolution in the market right now is the 4K (4096 x 2160) ultra HD resolution, and a handful of higher-end projector models carry it as well.
Most projectors also support the full HD resolution, and might not have it as their native resolution. This means the device can scale up or down the incoming signals to match with its native resolution. And since most TV shows are in 1080P, projectors supporting it are a good choice.
Apple TV is mostly used for entertainment and little for other kinds of work. So we shall assume you will be using the projector at home. The kind of lumen count you go for depends a lot on the surrounding environment.
Placing the projector in the living room entails covering a mid-to-large sized space with low to medium levels of lighting. For these cases, lumen counts around 2500 are a good choice.
If you place the projector outdoors, you will need a lot more brightness. In this case, the best Apple TV projectors must have a minimum of 3000-lumen count or more.
A high contrast ratio brings out the difference between whites and darks on the screen. The higher the ratio, the better this difference seems, and it adds further depth to the display for a better-quality view.
What you need to consider however is the environment when choosing one since the effects of contrast ratio change with it. For spaces where you have control over the lighting and can tone it down, a high contrast ratio will show its effects.
We recommend a contrast ratio of 3000:1 for deeper tones which elevate the display quality.
But for larger or open spaces where it is hard to control the lighting, you can opt for a 2000:1 contrast ratio because anything too high will not make much of a difference.
Most of the projectors today, like the ones on our list here come with speakers built-in because it completes the entertainment experience. If you do not want to get external speakers or keep the costs down, check out to see if the projector has speakers and the number of units.
We say go for dual speakers since it has a louder volume and covers more range. You can always bring it down if needed.
But if you are looking to cover fairly large areas, then look for 3.5mm jacks instead where you can connect an external system, since built-in speakers will not suffice.
As long as your projector is equipped with one or more HDMI interfaces, you can effortlessly connect your Apple TV and use it with a projector. Even if the projector doesn't have an HDMI port, an adapter will save the day!
Connect both your projector and Apple TV to a power outlet. Then connect your Apple TV to the projector and turn on the projector. Find the source using the remote control, where the HDMI connected to the Apple TV is your source. You can now get binging on all your favorite Apple TV shows seamlessly!
All you need is an HDMI cable to connect your Apple TV to your Epson projector. Once that's taken care of, turn the projector on and you're good to go in no time!
That concludes our discussion on how to get the best projector for Apple TV. It is easy to set up and use and gives you an authentic feel at a much cheaper price.
Videos hit different when you view them on a larger screen and using Apple TV you can access pretty much every streaming site and start bingeing.
Factors you need to check out include things like the resolution, brightness, contrast, all of which affect the picture quality. And if you do not have a sound system set up, you will want a projector that has a good audio system built-in too.
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About Dror Wettenstein
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When he’s not working on software projects, Dror enjoys writing articles and essays on various topics. He also likes playing guitar and spending time with his wife and two young children.
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