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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $268 | flat | 3800 lm | $71 best value | |
| $393 | ▲12% | 2700 lm | $146 | |
| $649 | ▲1% | 3600 lm | $180 | |
| $740 | ▲48% | 3200 lm | $231 | |
| $887 | ▼11% | 3600 lm | $246 | |
| $740 | flat | 3000 lm | $247 | |
| $500 | flat | 2000 lm | $250 | |
| $920 | ▲1% | 3000 lm | $307 | |
| $1,045 | flat | 2400 lm | $435 | |
| $2,000 | flat | 2600 lm | $769 |
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 1 August 2026 . Tap a model above for the full live list.
"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 | $500 lowest yet | 67% off | steady |
| Epson Home Cinema 2250 | $393 | 61% off | ▲ 12% |
| BenQ TK700STi | $740 lowest yet | 54% off | steady |
| Epson Home Cinema 3800 | $920 | 46% off | ▲ 1% |
| ViewSonic PA503W | $268 lowest yet | 37% off | steady |
| Optoma UHD35 | $887 lowest yet | 37% off | ▼ 11% |
| Epson Home Cinema 5050UB | $2,000 lowest yet | 33% off | steady |
| Optoma UHD50 | $1,045 lowest yet | 30% off | steady |
| Optoma HD28HDR | $649 | 19% off | steady |
| ViewSonic PX701-4K | $740 | 18% off | ▲ 48% |