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  • Avg. price: ~£45
  • ANSI lumens: 3000
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1.19-1.61:1

Epson Co FH01 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.2

Technical Score

10.0%

8.0

User score

Good
5.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

6.5

Image Quality

22.0%

5.3

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

4.0

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.1

Connectivity

6.0%

3.7

Design & Power

Good
8.0

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

7.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(107)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Excellent
  • 7.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.0

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    2.5

    Audio output power

  • 5.3
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.3

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    1.0

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Smart TV features

  • 4.4
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    8.2

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    1.7

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The Epson CO-FH01 is a versatile Full HD 1080p projector featuring 3LCD technology that delivers 3,000 lumens of both white and colour brightness, making it suitable for well-lit rooms. It offers a native 16:9 aspect ratio and can project an expansive image up to 391 inches, supported by a 188W UHE lamp with a lifespan of up to 12,000 hours in eco mode. Key pros include its high colour accuracy with 16.77 million colours, quick setup via manual vertical and horizontal keystone correction (±30°), and extreme portability at just 2.4kg. However, notable cons include the lack of built-in smart TV features or Wi-Fi, a limited connectivity suite with only a single HDMI port, and a basic 5W mono speaker that may require external audio for a true home cinema experience.

Technical Specifications of Epson Co FH01

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

6.5

Image Quality

22.0%

5.3

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

4.0

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.1

Connectivity

6.0%

3.7

Design & Power

5.2
Epson Co FH01 has a technical score of 5.19 points, which is lower than 76.2% of projectors.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

7.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(107)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

8.0
Epson Co FH01 has a user score of 7.98 points, which is lower than 64.9% of projectors.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
7.0
Epson Co FH01 has a popularity of 7 points, which is higher than 76.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.8
Epson Co FH01 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 80.3% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

3,000
Epson Co FH01 reaches 3000 ANSI lumens, brighter than 64.2% of projectors and equal to 9.1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

16,000:1
Epson Co FH01 has a contrast ratio of 16000:1, higher than 57.5% of projectors and equal to 1.3% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Epson Co FH01 uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Epson Co FH01 supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

3LCD
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Throw ratio
What it is: Ratio between projection distance and image width.
When it matters: When room size and screen size have to match properly instead of guessing whether the projector will fit the space.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.19-1.61:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.9 m
Epson Co FH01 needs a minimum throw distance of 0.9 m, shorter than 62.2% of projectors and equal to 3.4% of projectors.
Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

391 inch
Epson Co FH01 supports projection sizes up to 391 inch, larger than 97% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
Epson Co FH01 does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

27.4 ms
Epson Co FH01 has input lag of 27.4 ms, higher than 50.7% of projectors.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

no
Epson Co FH01 does not support ALLM. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
Epson Co FH01 does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

1.4
Epson Co FH01 supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 34.1% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

10.2 Gbps
Epson Co FH01 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.1% of projectors and equal to 45.4% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

1
Epson Co FH01 has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 42.2% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

no
Epson Co FH01 does not support Wi-Fi. 52.7% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

Importance: LOW

no
Epson Co FH01 does not support Bluetooth. 50% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

N/A
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Smart TV features
What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

Importance: LOW

no
Epson Co FH01 does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

none
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

Importance: LOW

yes
Epson Co FH01 comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.5% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Epson iProjection app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
Epson Co FH01 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

lamp
Epson Co FH01 uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

no
Epson Co FH01 does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

6,000 hours
Epson Co FH01 offers lamp life of 6000 hours, longer than 67.2% of projectors and equal to 2.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

12,000 hours
Epson Co FH01 offers eco-mode lamp life of 12000 hours, longer than 68.2% of projectors and equal to 1.1% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

270 W
Epson Co FH01 uses 270 W of power, more than 58% of projectors and equal to 1.3% of projectors.
Normal mode power draw.
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Epson Co FH01 vs the average projector

  • 141 inch larger image size
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher projection size than the average projector (391 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Epson Co FH01 has a higher projection size than the average projector (391 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.391 inch vs 250 inch
  • 36.4% brighter image
    Epson Co FH01 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Epson Co FH01 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.3,000 vs 2,200
  • Smartphone app support
    Epson Co FH01 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Epson iProjection app.
    What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
    When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

    Importance: LOW

    Epson Co FH01 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    What it is: Number of screen refreshes per second, measured in hertz.
    When it matters: When motion clarity matters for gaming, sports, or fast-moving video instead of slower cinematic content only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Epson Co FH01 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 1 more USB ports
    Epson Co FH01 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    What it is: Number of available USB ports.
    When it matters: When the projector needs to power accessories, read media, or support extra peripherals directly.

    Importance: LOW

    Epson Co FH01 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.2 vs 1
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (16000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
    When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Epson Co FH01 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (16000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.16,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 17.11x cheaper
    Epson Co FH01 is cheaper than the average projector (£45 vs £770).
    Epson Co FH01 is cheaper than the average projector (£45 vs £770).£45 vs £770
  • 0.16 m shorter throw distance
    Epson Co FH01 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.9 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
    What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
    When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Epson Co FH01 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.9 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.0.9 m vs 1.06 m
  • 36.4% brighter image
    Epson Co FH01 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (16000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • 141 inch larger image size
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher projection size than the average projector (391 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 0.16 m shorter throw distance
    Epson Co FH01 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.9 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • 1 more USB ports
    Epson Co FH01 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Includes memory card slot
    Epson Co FH01 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Smartphone app support
    Epson Co FH01 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.

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Overall
Image Quality
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
  • No HDR10 support
    Epson Co FH01 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Epson Co FH01 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • No 3D support
    Epson Co FH01 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
  • No 3D glasses support
    Epson Co FH01 does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Epson Co FH01 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.
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    Epson Co FH01 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
  • Older HDMI version
    Epson Co FH01 has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • Old HDCP version
    Epson Co FH01 has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    Epson Co FH01 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Epson Co FH01 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    Epson Co FH01 does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.2% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • No sleep timer
    Epson Co FH01 does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.8% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • 50% weaker audio output
    Epson Co FH01 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.
  • Basic light source
    Epson Co FH01 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 8 dB louder operation
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (38 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 14,000 hours shorter lamp life
    Epson Co FH01 has a lower lamp life than the average projector (6,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
  • 1 dB louder eco mode
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (29 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
  • 8,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    Epson Co FH01 has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (12,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
  • No HDR10 support
    Epson Co FH01 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
    What it is: Support for HDR10 high dynamic range standard.
    When it matters: When you want the projector to handle mainstream HDR movie and streaming content instead of standard dynamic range only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Epson Co FH01 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Epson Co FH01 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.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Epson Co FH01 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
  • Basic light source
    Epson Co FH01 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
    When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

    Importance: LOW

    Epson Co FH01 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.lamp vs laser
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Epson Co FH01 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    What it is: Number of bits per color channel for color depth.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Epson Co FH01 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    Epson Co FH01 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
    When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

    Importance: LOW

    Epson Co FH01 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.1 vs 2
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    Epson Co FH01 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
    When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

    Importance: LOW

    Epson Co FH01 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
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Epson Co FH01 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
    What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
    When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

    Importance: LOW

    Epson Co FH01 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • 8 dB louder operation
    Epson Co FH01 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (38 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    What it is: Sound level produced during operation, measured in decibels.
    When it matters: When you watch in a quiet room close to the projector, lower noise matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Epson Co FH01 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (38 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.38 dB vs 30 dB
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
107 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Epson Co FH01?

  • High brightness (3,000 lumens) suitable for daytime use and well-lit rooms
  • Compact and lightweight design, making it portable for office or travel
  • Affordable price point for a Full HD 1080p projector
  • Easy setup with vertical and horizontal keystone correction
  • No 'rainbow effect' due to 3LCD technology
  • Long lamp life of up to 12,000 hours in Eco mode
  • Capable of projecting massive image sizes up to 391 inches

What customers dislike about Epson Co FH01?

  • Poor contrast and black levels, leading to a 'grey wash' in dark rooms
  • Built-in 5W mono speaker is quiet and lacks bass
  • Only one HDMI port, limiting connectivity for multiple devices
  • Lamp is not user-replaceable; requires professional servicing
  • High input lag (approx. 50ms) is not ideal for competitive gaming
  • Lack of built-in smart features, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth
  • No optical zoom or lens shift, making placement less flexible
  • Audible fan noise can be high in standard brightness mode

Expert reviews

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whathifi.com
06/01/2024
Epson CO-FH01 review - Projectors - What Hi-Fi?

Epson CO-FH01 Review Summary The Epson CO-FH01 is a highly portable, budget-friendly crossover projector priced at £499, specifically designed to transition between office presentations and casual home entertainment environments. It features a native Full HD (1080p) resolution, an LCD optical system, and a remarkably bright output of 3,000 lumens. Setting up the unit is...Read more

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gb.readly.com
01/02/2024
Epson co-fh01 - What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision Magazine

The AWOL Vision LTV-3500 Pro, reviewed in the February 2024 issue of What Hi-Fi?, is a 3500-lumen ultra-short-throw projector featuring exceptional brightness, sharp 4K detail, and support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+. While offering a comprehensive, vibrant picture in bright rooms, the unit is criticized for average black levels that can appear washed out and built-in speakers that...Read more

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pocketmags.com
01/03/2024
Epson CO-FH01 | What HiFi March 2024 - Pocketmags

The Epson CO-FH01, reviewed by What Hi-Fi?, is a £499 portable 3LCD projector designed for combined office and casual home use. It delivers high brightness (3,000 lumens) for daytime viewing, sharp Full HD resolution, and easy setup, making it ideal for presentations and, at a push, informal gaming. However, the review highlights significant limitations for home cinema, notably poor...Read more

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businessmirror.com.ph
31/05/2025
REVIEW | Epson CO-FH01 projects big screen fun without the big tech fuss

The Epson CO-FH01 is a highly portable, user-friendly Full HD projector designed for casual home entertainment, making it an attractive space-saving alternative to large, bulky televisions. Weighing 2.4 kg and sizing up around a chunky loaf of bread, it features a native 1080p resolution and a bright 3,000 lumens lamp that ensures crisp, easily readable visuals even in well-lit...Read more

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heimkino.de
01/12/2022
Epson CO-FH01 - Full HD Projector | HEIMKINO.de Tuning Edition

The Heimkino.de review highlights the Epson CO-FH01 as a highly capable, budget-friendly entry-level home cinema projector priced under €500. Its standout features are its native Full HD 1080p resolution and a powerful 3,000 ANSI lumens of brightness, which make it exceptionally well-suited for bright living rooms, outdoor use, or daytime viewing without requiring heavy room...Read more

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test-achats.be
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EPSON CO-FH01 Review - Testachats

The Epson CO-FH01 is a compact, entry-level 3LCD 1080p projector suitable for portable, well-lit environments, boasting a bright 3,000-lumen output and easy, manual setup. However, the budget model falls short in home cinema, featuring poor contrast with shallow black levels. Additional drawbacks include a 49.9ms latency unsuitable for competitive gaming, a lack of smart TV, and...Read more

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quechoisir.org
25/06/2024
Epson CO-FH01 Review - Product - UFC-Que Choisir

The Epson CO-FH01 is a standard-throw LCD projector designed for Full HD (1920 × 1080 pixels) resolution, featuring a long-lasting lamp life rated between 6,000 and 12,000 hours depending on the usage mode. The review highlights its exceptional image sharpness and clarity as a major positive. Setting up the device is highly user-friendly, aided by manual horizontal and vertical...Read more

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ricondizionati.mediaworld.it
25/05/2023
EPSON CO-FH01: Review and 3LCD Technical Specifications

Here is a summary of the refurbished Epson CO-FH01 projector featured on MediaWorld: Review Summary The Epson CO-FH01 is a Full HD 1080p home theater projector that stands out for its high brightness and user-friendly design. Utilizing 3LCD technology, it delivers a highly realistic and vibrant visual experience by matching its color light output with a bright 3,000 lumens of white...Read more

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test-aankoop.be
01/10/2022
EPSON CO-FH01 test and review - Testaankoop

The EPSON CO-FH01 is a classic-style LCD projector designed for Full HD (1920x1080 resolution) projection at up to 60 frames per second. It provides a flexible setup with a 24-month projector warranty and 12 months for the lamp, which lasts an impressive 6,000 hours in normal mode and up to 12,000 hours in eco mode. The device features built-in speakers and robust projection...Read more

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