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BlitzWolf BW VP13 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£130Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:240Throw ratio:1.5:1Lamp life:40000 hours

BlitzWolf BW VP13 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 6 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

BlitzWolf BW VP13
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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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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Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

5.3

Reviews score

10%

5.3

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 97% of projectors
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 54%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
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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
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Score components

42%

5.1

Image Quality

22%

4.2

Projection & Lens

12%

5.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.2

Audio & Features

8%

7.3

Connectivity

6%

6.5

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 95%
5.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.3/ 10
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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
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5.3

Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

7.8

Popularity

Grades by review (6)
3 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 3 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.
â–¼Worse than 96%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £130
Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the BlitzWolf BW VP13

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Reviewers like the sound and ports, but the loud fan, weak apps and choppy motion let it down.
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Technical Specifications of projector BlitzWolf BW VP13

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
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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
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Score components:

42%

5.1

Image Quality

22%

4.2

Projection & Lens

12%

5.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.2

Audio & Features

8%

7.3

Connectivity

6%

6.5

Design & Power

5.3
Reviews score
5.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
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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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Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.1
ANSI lumens
240
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 240 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 92.2% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
3,500:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 3500:1, lower than 62.6% of projectors and equal to 0.3% 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
1.5:1
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
180 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 180 inch, smaller than 64.1% of projectors and equal to 1.3% 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
?
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
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54% of projectors and equal to 35.7% 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
2
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.9% of projectors and equal to 47.3% 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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What reviewers say
Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have built-in smart TV features. 43.9% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
none
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
40,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 40,000 hours, shorter than 93.9% of projectors and equal to 0.8% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
40,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 40,000 hours, shorter than 96.1% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
90 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 90 W of power, less than 74.3% of projectors and equal to 1.4% of projectors.
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What reviewers say

BlitzWolf BW VP13 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 20,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    40,000 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
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 20,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • Supports Miracast mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Memory card slot included
    This projector has a memory card slot, while the average projector does not. 9.4% of projectors offer a memory card slot.
    SD card slot.
  • 53% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.4 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    1.4 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 5.08x cheaper
    BlitzWolf BW VP13 is cheaper than the average projector (£130 vs £660).
    £130 vs £660
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports Miracast mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Memory card slot included
    This projector has a memory card slot, while the average projector does not. 9.4% of projectors offer a memory card slot.
    SD card slot.
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 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
  • 20,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 20,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 53% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.4 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    1.4 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 140 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (90 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    90 W vs 230 W
  • 89.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (240 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    240 vs 2,200
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 28.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.3/ 10
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    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
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    5.3

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (6)
    3 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 3 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.
    5.3 vs 7.4
  • 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
  • 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
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    1.4 vs 2
  • 28.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.3/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models

    5.3

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (6)
    3 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 3 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.
    5.3 vs 7.4
  • 29.3% lower sentiment score
    5.3 vs 7.5
  • 89.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (240 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    240 vs 2,200
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (45% sRGB % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    45% sRGB % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (3500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    3,500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • 70 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (180 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    180 inch vs 250 inch
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz 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
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    1.4 vs 2
  • More outdated HDCP support
    This projector supports an older HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2).
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • 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.
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 82.4% of projectors have one.
  • 40% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (6 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 3W.
    6 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

Video reviews

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

8.0
Gogi Tech
≈ estimated
16/02/2022
Hands-on review · connectivity, mirroring and Fire TV tests
Verdict
BlitzWolf BW VP13 has a good picture and sound and many connection options, but has streaming limits and fan noise.
8.0
Jayce Ooi
≈ estimated
17/08/2021
Firmware update review · 60Hz gaming test
Verdict
BlitzWolf BW VP13 is now perfectly smooth for gaming after the firmware update, though 50Hz got slightly worse.
8.0
Jayce Ooi
≈ estimated
11/08/2021
Hands-on review · calibration, picture, sound and gaming tests
Verdict
BlitzWolf BW VP13 is a solid LCD projector with built-in Bluetooth and screen mirroring, and a good picture after calibration.
Overview video
Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
laurentwillen.com
≈ estimated
25/08/2021
Hands-on test · Budget projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VP13 is a cheap, watchable 1080p projector for those willing to accept noise and a bluish picture.
5.0
smartzone.de
≈ estimated
04/03/2023
Hands-on test · Basic Full HD projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VP13 gives a fairly bright picture for its class, but its loud fan and lack of streaming make it hard to recommend.
6.0
laurentwillen.com
≈ estimated
25/08/2021
Hands-on test · Basic 1080p projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VP13 is a basic 1080p projector with good brightness, but it needs an external source, its colors look cold and its fan is loud.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about BlitzWolf BW VP13

  • Native 1080p resolution provides clear image quality for the price
  • Excellent connectivity options including dual HDMI, VGA, and Bluetooth
  • Lower input lag makes it a decent choice for casual gaming
  • Screen mirroring for Android and iOS works effectively
  • Relatively quiet fan noise compared to other projectors in its class
  • Good brightness levels when used in dark or light-controlled rooms

What customers don't like about BlitzWolf BW VP13

  • Uniform focus issues where edges may remain blurry while the center is clear
  • Poor internal speaker quality that often lacks depth and volume
  • Requires a firmware update out of the box to properly support 60Hz playback
  • Lacks advanced keystone correction (only manual vertical adjustment)
  • Colors can appear slightly less accurate compared to similar models like the VP6
  • Wireless streaming stability can be unpredictable without a strong network setup

Verdict

The BlitzWolf BW-VP13 is a budget-friendly native 1080p LCD projector featuring a 6,000-lumen LED light source (240 ANSI lumens) and a 3,500:1 contrast ratio, capable of projecting images from 50 to 200 inches. Its standout characteristics include dual-band 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi for wireless mirroring (AirPlay/Miracast) and Bluetooth 5.0 for connecting external speakers. Main pros include a long lamp life of up to 40,000 hours, extensive connectivity with dual HDMI and VGA ports, and 60Hz smooth playback for gaming. However, potential cons include moderate-to-poor built-in speaker quality, manual focus and keystone correction rather than automatic adjustments, and audible fan noise during operation.

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