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BlitzWolf BW VT2 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£330Native panel resolution:854x480ANSI lumens:180Throw ratio:1.4:1Lamp life:10000 hours

BlitzWolf BW VT2 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

BlitzWolf BW VT2
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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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▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

35%

5.5

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%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

5.5

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 73% of projectors
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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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▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

▲Better than 69%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

42%

4.1

Image Quality

22%

7.4

Projection & Lens

12%

6.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.5

Audio & Features

8%

5.9

Connectivity

6%

5.6

Design & Power

▼Worse than 89%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 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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▲ Better than 51% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.3

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
7 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 1 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.
▲Better than 51%
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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~ £330
Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the BlitzWolf BW VT2

Based on 5 · 3

Reviewers like the compact design and easy focus, but most find the resolution too low, and battery life divides opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the BlitzWolf BW VT2

Based on 119 owners sharing their experience in online comments

16%positive13%mixed71%negative

Owners value its portability and picture quality, but frequent HDMI keystone resets and unreliable apps make it hard to recommend.

What owners dislike

  • Streaming apps fail or run poorly18
  • The Android system lags, freezes or reboots during normal use, and apps are slow to open.18
  • Bluetooth speakers cut out or stop working when an HDMI device is connected, and the built-in speaker is too quiet for many owners.15
  • Plugging in an HDMI source resets the keystone and focus settings, so the picture ends up crooked or out of focus.14
  • The projector shows a 'No Signal' message or fails to switch on, and some owners report the lamp going out after a short time.12
  • Resolution is low, so pixels and subtitles look soft and blurry, especially when the picture is large or viewed up close.9
  • The focus drifts during a film, so owners have to keep readjusting it.7
  • The projector runs Android 9 and cannot be updated, so many streaming and Play Store apps no longer work.7
  • The picture is too dim unless the room is completely dark.6
  • Phone mirroring often shows only sound with a black screen, and it does not work without an internet connection.5

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of projector BlitzWolf BW VT2

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

42%

4.1

Image Quality

22%

7.4

Projection & Lens

12%

6.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.5

Audio & Features

8%

5.9

Connectivity

6%

5.6

Design & Power

5.5
Reviews score
8.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

7.4
ANSI lumens
180
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 180 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 96.2% 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
854x480
This projector uses a native resolution of 854x480, lower than 95.3% of projectors and equal to 2.3% of projectors.
Output resolution
854x480
This projector supports output resolution up to 854x480, lower than 95.5% of projectors and equal to 2.3% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.4:1
Min throw distance
0.5 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.5 m, shorter than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 3.2% 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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What reviewers say
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
?
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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
4.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 4.2, more modern than 56.1% of projectors and equal to 6.1% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Android-based smart OS.
Operating system
Android 9.0
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 9
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
10,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 10,000 hours, longer than 66.3% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
24 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 24 W of power, less than 97.2% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
Maximum power-on rating.
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What reviewers say

BlitzWolf BW VT2 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 0.51 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.5 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (120% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    120% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • 10 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support voice commands.
    Voice remote included.
  • 10 degrees more horizontal correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 206 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (24 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Maximum power-on rating.
    24 W vs 230 W
  • 12.2% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 51% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    7 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 1 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.
    8.3 vs 7.4
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (120% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    120% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 0.51 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.5 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 10 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 10 degrees more horizontal correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support voice commands.
    Voice remote included.
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 19.1% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 9
  • 206 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (24 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Maximum power-on rating.
    24 W vs 230 W
  • 86.6% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (0.4 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    0.4 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 225 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (72 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    72 mm vs 297 mm
  • 91.8% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (180 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    180 vs 2,200
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (854x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    854x480 vs 1920x1080
  • 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
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (854x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    854x480 vs 1920x1080
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 26.7% lower sentiment score
    5.5 vs 7.5
  • 91.8% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (180 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    180 vs 2,200
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (854x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    854x480 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (854x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    854x480 vs 1920x1080
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 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
  • 0.27 inch smaller DMD chip
    This projector has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.2 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.2 inch vs 0.47 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 70% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (3 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    3 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
  • 10,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours

Video reviews

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

8.0
Javi Guerrero_US
≈ estimated
15/02/2023
Hands-on review · brightness, size and sound tests
Verdict
BlitzWolf BW VT2 is an interesting travel projector, though its QHD resolution and price won't suit everyone.
8.0
Jayce Ooi
≈ estimated
07/08/2021
Full review · gaming, Android, battery and image tests
Verdict
BlitzWolf BW VT2 is a budget DLP projector with Android, suited to home, office and on-the-go use.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
laurentwillen.com
✓ explicit
19/06/2022
Hands-on test · Portable projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf VT2 is a tiny, battery-powered projector for watching cartoons or short films on the go, but its picture and battery life are modest.
9.0
heise.de
✓ explicit
07/03/2022
Lab test · Battery projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VT2 is bright and compact for a battery projector, but its 480p picture and roughly 100-minute battery limit it to short sessions.
8.0
smartzone.de
≈ estimated
04/03/2022
Hands-on test · Mini projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VT2 is a tiny Android projector with automatic keystone correction and AirPlay, best for streaming in a dim room, though 480p limits sharpness.
8.0
laurentwillen.be
✓ explicit
19/06/2022
Hands-on test · Battery projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VT2 is a pocket-sized battery projector for trips, but its 480p picture, cold colors and short battery life limit it to simple viewing.
8.0
laurentwillen.com
✓ explicit
19/06/2022
Hands-on test · Battery projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VT2 is a pocket-sized battery projector for trips, but its 480p picture, cold colors and short battery life limit it to simple viewing.
8.0
laurentwillen.nl
✓ explicit
19/06/2022
Hands-on test · Battery projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VT2 is a pocket-sized battery projector for trips, but its 480p picture, cold colors and short battery life limit it to simple viewing.
8.0
laurentwillen.be
✓ explicit
19/06/2022
Hands-on test · Battery projector
Verdict
The BlitzWolf BW-VT2 is a pocket-sized battery projector for trips, but its 480p picture, cold colors and short battery life limit it to simple viewing.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about BlitzWolf BW VT2

  • Ultra-compact and portable, with a size comparable to a 330ml soda can
  • Built-in battery (approx. 1.5–2 hours) allows for off-grid use without a power outlet
  • Smart features include Android 9 OS, enabling app installations like Netflix and Prime Video
  • Effective automatic vertical and horizontal keystone correction
  • Good build quality for the price, featuring a sturdy frame and stylish design
  • Reliable wireless connectivity through dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth mirroring

What customers don't like about BlitzWolf BW VT2

  • Low native resolution (480p/WVGA), which can result in blurry text and lack of HD detail
  • Brightness (approx. 150-180 ANSI lumens) is insufficient for rooms with ambient light
  • Slow boot-up time for smart features, often taking up to two minutes
  • Weak built-in 3W speaker quality, typically requiring external audio for a better experience
  • Manual focus adjustment can be fiddly compared to motorized options
  • Manufacturer support and long-term reliability are frequently questioned by users

Verdict

The BlitzWolf BW-VT2 is a highly portable mini DLP projector featuring a native WVGA (854x480) resolution with support for Full HD 1080p content and a brightness of 180 ANSI lumens. It runs on Android 9.0, powered by a quad-core processor with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage, and includes a 7,000mAh battery providing up to 2 hours of wire-free playback. Key pros include its ultra-compact 400g design, automatic vertical keystone correction, and versatile connectivity via dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and HDMI. However, its primary cons are the low native resolution, limited brightness that requires a very dark room for larger screen sizes, and a relatively long boot-up time for its smart features.

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