Best projector screens

Projector screens save both space and money in your home. The best projector screen should be creaseless, display high-definition images, and above all, be easy to set up. Some are even portable, like our best overall projection screen from Mdbebbron. You can roll or fold it up and bring it to school, work, or even hook it up on the outside of your house. The resolution is 16:9 on a 120-inch screen, and it's well under a pound in weight for easy transport. Suppose you end up liking your first projector screen enough to install it as a permanent part of your abode? Or maybe you'd like to put one outside on a stand for community movie nights? Well, they have their place on the list below, too, so read on to find the right projector screen for you. 

Our staff pick was an easy choice this time around; Mdbebbron's 120-inch, 4K-compatible projection screen is the best standalone option we found. If all you need is a screen and you're ok with mounting it yourself, then this one is the way to go. Per Mdbebbron, buyers can install this screen at least five different ways—via hooks, ropes, brackets, nails, or double-sided tape. Mdbebbron provides 20 hooks and 20 double-sided tape strips right out of the box, making installation more straightforward. This gives you the flexibility to place the projector screen nearly anywhere, as long as you have the room to mount it. Also, the screen itself is thoughtfully made with absorbent polyester fabric; it's designed to be wrinkle and crease-free despite rolling or folding.

Universally compatible with LED, LCD, or DLP projectors, VIVO's portable screen comes with its own stand, unlike our staff pick. Its fabric is matte white to diffuse light and bordered in black to boost image contrast. The frame itself is a heavy-duty tripod, and it looks professional enough for business and educational use. VIVO's stand has an auto-lock mechanism too, and all you need to do is press a button. A caveat is that you may want to avoid using VIVO's screen and tripod stand outdoors if it's a blustery day. The stand looks too lightweight compared to the screen itself and might blow right over.

This 4K HD screen with a stand from JWSIT is one of the highest-quality projector screens I found on my search. Three layers sandwiched together comprise the screen—black backing, polyester fabric, and a thin PVC film work together to provide a crisp, front-projection image. As for the stand, the legs are detachable, and it's made for indoor or outdoor use. If you do plan to put JWSIT's projector screen outside, they have that covered. You'll find four ground stakes, two rigging cords, and two support rings in the box for a speedy setup.

VIVOHOME's projector screen is different from its compatriots on our list. The others are portable (to varying degrees), but this one is meant to have its own permanent place in your home. It's designed to mount on a wall with screws or hang from hooks mounted on the ceiling. To use, simply pull the screen down, and it'll manually lock in place. In terms of image clarity, 3D, 1080p, 4K, and Full HD are all supported resolutions on VIVOHOME's screen. I think it's well worth the effort to install it safely and is deserving of the higher price point—especially since the screen itself is coated in a matte layer that boosts brightness and compensates for ambient light.

Those in need of a projector should consider TMY's 8,000-lux portable projector and screen bundle. You can't beat this deal, especially since the projector itself has multiple input ports, up-to-date Wi-Fi technology, and a significantly quieter fan than its competitors. The screen is 16:9 and 120 inches diagonally, providing a wider viewing area and an enhanced full HD experience. In addition, it's foldable, anti-crease, and of course, portable. However, there's a downside to the projector part of this duo—its range is just under 6 feet, so you'll need to mount it well within the scope of the screen.

Bottom line

Hopefully, this selection of the best projector screens we could find will be helpful to you on your search. Many price points are covered, as well as multiple styles, sizes, and resolutions. Our best overall projector screen from Mdbebbron is affordable, 4K-ready, and crafted with creaseless fabric. While it may lack a stand, I did include two other screens above that have one.

For the cinephiles among us, VIVOHOME's projector screen is the clear winner on this list. Why shell out thousands for an OLED flat-screen TV when you can hang or hook this 4K-ready screen and enjoy your favorite films for much less? It's safely ensconced in a metal casing, and pulling it down feels smooth and won't wrinkle the fabric.

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