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BlitzWolf BW V6 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£120Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:450Throw ratio:1.35:1Lamp life:50000 hours

BlitzWolf BW V6 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications, 8 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

BlitzWolf BW V6
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

35%

5.7

Technical score

30%

5.7

List score

25%

5.7

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 98% of projectors
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 54% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

▲Better than 54%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

42%

5.7

Image Quality

22%

5.1

Projection & Lens

12%

5.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.7

Audio & Features

8%

6.9

Connectivity

6%

6.3

Design & Power

▼Worse than 82%
5.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models

5.7

Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

8.1

Popularity

Grades by review (8)
5 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 89%
5.7

List score

List score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 112 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
  • blitzwolf-bw-v6
blitzwolf-bw-v6
Where to buy
    N/A~ £120
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the BlitzWolf BW V6

Based on 4 · 3

Reviewers enjoy the picture and easy streaming, but criticise the limited app store, fan heat and lack of sharpness.
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Technical Specifications of projector BlitzWolf BW V6

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

42%

5.7

Image Quality

22%

5.1

Projection & Lens

12%

5.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.7

Audio & Features

8%

6.9

Connectivity

6%

6.3

Design & Power

5.7
Reviews score
5.7
List score
5.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 54% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.1
ANSI lumens
450
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 450 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 81.2% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1000:1, lower than 85.9% of projectors and equal to 7.5% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 27% of projectors and equal to 59.2% of projectors.
Output resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 25.9% of projectors and equal to 42.3% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCD
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.35:1
Min throw distance
1.5 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.5 m, longer than 80.5% of projectors and equal to 5.8% of projectors.
Max projection size
300 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.5% of projectors and equal to 38% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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Input lag
55 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 55 ms, higher than 85.2% of projectors.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not switch to low-latency mode automatically. 16.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 46.1% of projectors and equal to 35.9% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 51.2% of projectors and equal to 46.5% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.2% of projectors and equal to 42.9% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector connects to Wi-Fi networks for streaming. 46.7% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is newer than 55.6% of projectors and the same as in 27.5% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 62.4% of projectors and equal to 17.1% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
proprietary
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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What reviewers say
Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.6% of projectors and equal to 39.9% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
50,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 50,000 hours, shorter than 94.9% of projectors and equal to 2.3% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
95 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 95 W of power, less than 74% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
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What reviewers say

BlitzWolf BW V6 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
  • 30,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (50,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    50,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (45% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    45% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • 50 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    300 inch vs 250 inch
  • 5.5x cheaper
    BlitzWolf BW V6 is cheaper than the average projector (£120 vs £660).
    £120 vs £660
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (45% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    45% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 2 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2023 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    2023 vs 2021
  • 50 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    300 inch vs 250 inch
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports Miracast mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • 30,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (50,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    50,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 135 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (95 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    95 W vs 230 W
  • 49.7% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.5 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    1.5 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 79.5% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (450 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    450 vs 2,200
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    1,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 25.0% lower list score
    List score
    5.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 112 lists (1%)
    5.7 vs 7.6
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • 23.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models

    5.7

    Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    5 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.7 vs 7.4
  • 25.0% lower list score
    List score
    5.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 112 lists (1%)
    5.7 vs 7.6
  • 23.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 89% of models

    5.7

    Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    8.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (8)
    5 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    5.7 vs 7.4
  • 79.5% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (450 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    450 vs 2,200
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    1,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • No 3D video
    This projector does not support 3D video, while the average projector does. 55.4% of projectors support 3D video.
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not display 3D with glasses, while the average projector does. 54.4% of projectors offer 3D with glasses.
  • 0.49 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.5 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 15 degrees less vertical correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • 28 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (55 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    55 ms vs 27 ms
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 50% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (5 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    5 W vs 10 W
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 13 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (44 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    44 dB vs 31 dB
  • 0.5 W higher standby power
    This projector uses more standby power than the average projector (1 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    1 W vs 0.5 W

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Ryan IWK
≈ estimated
09/09/2023
Hands-on review · image, Netflix, mirroring and gaming tests
Verdict
BlitzWolf BW V6 is good value for the money with a sharp centre image, but its speaker is weak and phone mirroring lags.
9.0
Jayce Ooi
≈ estimated
09/06/2023
Hands-on review · image, Netflix, Linux and gaming tests
Verdict
BlitzWolf BW V6 is the cheapest Netflix-certified 1080p Linux projector and handles both video and games well.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
en.hoc.hu
≈ estimated
15/06/2023
Hands-on test · Netflix projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-V6 suits viewers who only need Netflix, Prime Video or YouTube in full HD, but offers few other apps.
7.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
01/02/2024
Hands-on test · Full HD projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-V6 is a bright Full HD projector that plays Netflix in full HD, but its loud fan and limited app store hold it back.
6.0
china-gadgets.de
≈ estimated
27/07/2023
Hands-on test · Streaming projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-V6 plays Netflix in full HD, but its Linux system lacks Disney+ and DAZN, so those services need a streaming stick.
7.0
smartzone.de
≈ estimated
01/07/2023
Hands-on test · Compact projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-V6 is a compact, bright projector for dark rooms up to about 120 inches, but its edges stay soft and it's unusable in daylight.
8.0
en.hoc.hu
≈ estimated
15/06/2023
Hands-on test · Netflix projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-V6 suits viewers who only need Netflix, Prime Video or YouTube in full HD, but offers few other apps.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about BlitzWolf BW V6

  • Official Netflix certification with Widevine L1 support for HD streaming
  • Native 1080p resolution provides sharp central image quality for the price
  • Fast and stable connectivity with dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0
  • Includes a full-fledged web browser, which is rare for budget projectors
  • Responsive Linux-based OS that performs smoothly for pre-installed apps
  • Supports HDR10 and 5.1 Dolby Audio for an enhanced media experience
  • Affordable price point compared to other certified streaming projectors

What customers don't like about BlitzWolf BW V6

  • Lack of Google Play Store limits the available app ecosystem significantly
  • Manual focus and keystone adjustments can be tedious to get perfectly sharp
  • Brightness (450 ANSI lumens) is best suited for dark rooms only
  • Image sharpness can be soft towards the edges and bottom of the projection
  • Built-in 5W speaker is basic and may require external audio for a cinematic feel
  • Limited support for certain popular streaming apps like Disney+ or HBO Max
  • Noticeable fan noise (around 45dB) during operation

Verdict

The BlitzWolf BW-V6 is a native 1080p LED LCD projector featuring 450 ANSI lumens of brightness and support for HDR10 and Dolby Audio. It is distinguished as a budget-friendly, Netflix-certified device running on a Linux-based OS with Widevine DRM L1, allowing for high-definition streaming on popular platforms like Prime Video and YouTube. Key specifications include a 1000:1 contrast ratio, a lamp life of up to 50,000 hours, and a massive maximum projection size of 300 inches. Main pros include its dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, and smooth screen mirroring via Miracast, making it highly versatile for home cinema use. However, notable cons include the lack of a built-in Google Play Store, which limits app availability to roughly 200 programs, and the absence of popular streaming services like Disney+, HBO Max, or KODI.

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