Pick a model from Epson, BenQ, Optoma or ViewSonic and see the lowest current prices on eBay, with shipping, condition and seller rating side by side. We also rank every model by brightness value ($ per 1000 lumens), so you can spot the projector that throws the most light for your money. Prices are pulled live.
Live from eBayEvery model ranked by dollars per 1000 lumens, using each projector's manufacturer-rated brightness and today's cheapest live price. This measures raw brightness for your money, so cheap bright projectors rank highest. It is not the whole story: premium models cost more per lumen because you also pay for contrast, true 4K and colour accuracy, which matter most in a dark room. Tap a model to see its live listings.
| Projector | Cheapest now | 5-day | Brightness | $ / 1k lm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $239 | ▼11% | 3800 lm | $63 best value | |
| $649 | ▲1% | 3600 lm | $180 | |
| $735 | ▲47% | 3200 lm | $230 | |
| $650 | ▲86% | 2700 lm | $241 | |
| $750 | ▼18% | 3000 lm | $250 | |
| $500 | flat | 2000 lm | $250 | |
| $1,000 | flat | 3600 lm | $278 | |
| $1,039 | ▲40% | 3000 lm | $346 | |
| $1,045 | flat | 2400 lm | $435 | |
| $1,500 | ▼25% | 2600 lm | $577 |
Match brightness to your room, not just the spec sheet. Lumens measure light output: a dark, dedicated room needs only 1500 to 2000 lumens, while a living room with lamps or daylight wants 2500 to 3000 or more. Our value ranking above shows dollars per 1000 lumens so you can find the brightest projector for your budget, then sanity-check it against your room.
Contrast and native resolution matter as much as brightness. A high contrast ratio gives deeper blacks and a more cinematic image, which is why premium models like the Epson 5050UB cost far more per lumen. For film in a dark room, prioritise contrast and true or pixel-shifted 4K; for sport and gaming in a bright room, prioritise raw lumens and a fast response time.
Factor in the lamp (or go laser). Traditional lamp projectors are cheap to buy but the bulb dims over time and costs $60 to $150 to replace every few thousand hours. Newer laser and LED models cost more up front but the light source lasts 20,000+ hours with no replacement, which can be the better value if you watch a lot. Check the listing for lamp hours used on any lamp-based model.
New, refurbished or used. Manufacturer-refurbished projectors (often sold on eBay by Epson, BenQ and Optoma directly) come with some warranty at a real discount; private used sales are cheaper still. Whichever you choose, sort by $ per 1000 lumens above to see which model genuinely gives the most brightness for the money right now.
Live eBay listings, one of the biggest marketplaces for new and used home theater projectors. Pick a model and it fetches the current lowest-priced listings in real time.
Bright budget projectors can dip under $60 per 1000 lumens. Premium home theater models cost far more per lumen because you also pay for contrast, 4K and colour accuracy, not just light output.
1500 to 2000 lumens suits a dark room; 2500 to 3000 or more suits a living room with ambient light. The value table shows each model's rated lumens next to its price.
Total price with shipping, seller feedback and sales count, returns policy, and lamp hours used on lamp-based models. It is all shown next to each listing.
A daily snapshot of the lowest genuine eBay price for every model we track, and how good that price is right now versus its usual level, updated automatically. Prices last refreshed 7 August 2026 . Tap a price to see that model's cheapest listings on eBay, or tap a model name for the full live list here.
Under each model is the actual listing that price came from, so you can see whether it is the thing you want or a bundle, a variant, or an accessory that happens to share the name.
"Off retail" compares today's used price with what the model cost new. For models still on sale that is the current price; for discontinued ones it is the launch price, so it shows how far the model has depreciated rather than a discount you could get on a new one.
| Model | Cheapest now | Off retail | This week |
|---|---|---|---|
BenQ HT3550 BenQ HT3550 | $500 same 11 days | 67% off | steady |
Epson Home Cinema 3800 Epson Home Cinema 3800 | $750 lowest yet | 56% off | ▼ 18% |
Epson Home Cinema 5050UB New Epson - Home Cinema 5050UB 4K PRO-UHD®1 3-Chip HDR2 Projector - White | $1,500 lowest yet | 50% off | ▼ 25% |
ViewSonic PA503W ViewSonic PA503W DLP Projector 4000 Lumens WXGA HDMI NEW Factory Sealed VS169… | $239 lowest yet | 44% off | ▼ 11% |
Epson Home Cinema 2250 Epson Home Cinema 2250 home theater projector | $650 | 35% off | ▲ 86% |
BenQ TK700STi BenQ TK700STi 4K HDR Short Throw Console Gaming Projector Used NO REMOTE NO H… | $1,039 | 35% off | ▲ 40% |
Optoma UHD50 Optoma UHD50 (VDUHDUZ) 4K Ultra HD Cinema Projector BUNDLE + 180" tripod Scre… | $1,045 same 11 days | 30% off | steady |
Optoma UHD35 Optoma UHD35 4K DLP Theater & Gaming Projector HDR 3D Dual HDMI Bundle W/ Mou… | $1,000 | 29% off | steady |
Optoma HD28HDR Optoma HD28HDR - USED | $649 | 19% off | steady |
ViewSonic PX701-4K ViewSonic 240Hz 4.2ms Home Theater Projector PX701-4K True 4K UHD 3200 Lumens | $735 | 18% off | ▲ 47% |