Hisense C2 Ultra vs BenQ HT2060

Wirecutter says power runs through the swiveling stand, so you have to use it even if you don't want its speakers. The stand can screw into a mount but won't lock the projector in place, so it's a poor fit for a dedicated theater. PCMag measured 13.9 lb, the largest model it has seen in this class.

Amazon's review summary says reliability gets mixed reviews, with some owners running into issues. One recent 1-star Amazon review says the image started flickering after 12 days. About 15% of Amazon ratings are 1 or 2 stars, though the listing pools other Hisense C-series models.

PCMag lists the single-chip DLP design's possible rainbow artifacts as its one con. Wirecutter notes there's no lens shift (keystone and zoom adjustments soften 4K detail and add lag), and the two HDMI 2.0 inputs can't take 4K at 120 Hz. Deep bass at high volume can make the cabinet rattle.

CNET measured 985 lumens in Living Room mode and calls brightness 'rather average', its most disappointing trait. The 1,794-lumen Bright mode looks visibly green. For a 150-inch screen, CNET says the Epson 2350 is the better choice.

CNET lists no internet connection, so you'll need a streaming stick. It accepts 4K but downconverts to 1080p, and CNET calls it 'a little pricey for 1080p'. Its built-in speakers are fine for a projector, but CNET says none of them sound particularly good.

Amazon's summary says some owners report it lasting over a year while others report failure (described as the bulb) in under 100 hours. The HT2060 uses LEDs, so these reviews may be pooled with the older lamp-based model.