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Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£350Native panel resolution:1280x800ANSI lumens:?Throw ratio:1.27-1.71:1Lamp life:6000 hours

Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications, 11 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.

Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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%

5.8

Technical score

30%

5.8

List score

25%

5.8

Reviews score

10%

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

▼Worse than 98% of projectors
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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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▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

▼Worse than 60%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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 80% of models
Score components

42%

6.5

Image Quality

22%

5.9

Projection & Lens

12%

5.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

5.9

Audio & Features

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Design & Power

▼Worse than 80%
5.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.8/ 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
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▼ Worse than 87% of models

5.8

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.6

Average grade

20%

8.4

Popularity

Grades by review (11)
8 reviews: 5 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.
▼Worse than 87%
5.8

List score

List score
5.8/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 111 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
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What reviewers say about the Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01

Based on 7 · 3

Reviewers love the bright, colorful picture and compact build, but the weak sound, shallow blacks and limited connections disappoint.
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Technical Specifications of projector Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

42%

6.5

Image Quality

22%

5.9

Projection & Lens

12%

5.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

5.9

Audio & Features

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Design & Power

5.8
Reviews score
5.8
List score
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

6.7
ANSI lumens
?
Contrast ratio
?
Native panel resolution
1280x800
This projector uses a native resolution of 1280x800, lower than 73.7% of projectors and equal to 8.2% of projectors.
Output resolution
1280x800
This projector supports output resolution up to 1280x800, lower than 74.8% of projectors and equal to 8.4% of projectors.
Supports 1080p input.
Projection technology
3LCD
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.27-1.71:1
Min throw distance
0.9 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.9 m, shorter than 63.3% of projectors and equal to 2.7% of projectors.
Max projection size
378 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 378 inch, larger than 96.9% 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
38.9 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 38.9 ms, higher than 69.1% 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
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
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
no
This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.7% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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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
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 63.3% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Epson iProjection 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
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 66.5% of projectors and equal to 33.5% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
6,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 6,000 hours, longer than 66.8% of projectors and equal to 3.6% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
12,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 12,000 hours, longer than 62.5% of projectors and equal to 2.2% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
?
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What reviewers say

Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 128 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (378 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    378 inch vs 250 inch
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 36.7% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Epson iProjection app.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector 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
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • 0.11 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.9 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.9 m vs 1.0055 m
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector 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
  • 128 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (378 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    378 inch vs 250 inch
  • 0.11 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.9 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.9 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 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
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 36.7% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Epson iProjection app.
  • 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
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 23.7% lower list score
    List score
    5.8/ 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 111 lists (1%)
    5.8 vs 7.6
  • 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
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector 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
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    1280x800 vs 1920x1080
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Supports 1080p input.
    1280x800 vs 1920x1080
  • 23.7% lower list score
    List score
    5.8/ 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 111 lists (1%)
    5.8 vs 7.6
  • 21.6% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.8/ 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 87% of models

    5.8

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (11)
    8 reviews: 5 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.
    5.8 vs 7.4
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector 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
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    1280x800 vs 1920x1080
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Supports 1080p input.
    1280x800 vs 1920x1080
  • No 3D video
    This projector does not support 3D video, while the average projector does. 55.4% of projectors support 3D video.
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (94.68% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    94.68% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 11.9 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (38.9 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    38.9 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 Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • No headphone jack
    This projector does not have a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 84.4% of projectors offer a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • 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 (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 7 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (38 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    38 dB vs 31 dB
  • 14,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector 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.
    6,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 1 dB louder eco mode
    This projector 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.
    29 dB vs 28 dB
  • 8,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector 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.
    12,000 hours vs 20,000 hours

Video reviews

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

8.0
Tech Scene ZA
≈ estimated
28/01/2026
Hands-on review · a month of home and office use
Verdict
Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is a strong, bright all-rounder for the money, though it lacks 4K and flagship performance.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

5.2
rtings.com
✓ explicit
13/02/2024
Lab test · Office projector
Verdict
The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is very bright for well-lit rooms and presentations, but gray blacks and a loud fan make it a poor pick for movies.
8.0
techgearlab.com
✓ explicit
22/03/2024
Test review · Business projector
Verdict
The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is a simple, portable projector for office slides and spreadsheets, but it isn't built for movies or home entertainment.
8.0
projectorreviews.com
≈ estimated
02/08/2023
Hands-on test · Brightness check
Verdict
The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is bright with good color, suiting meetings and casual movies, but dark scenes look gray and it has no built-in apps.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
29/03/2023
Hands-on test · Entry-level projector
Verdict
The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is a bright, color-accurate WXGA projector for meetings and casual viewing, but dark scenes look foggy.
6.0
mirror.co.uk
✓ explicit
11/01/2023
Hands-on review · Movies and gaming
Verdict
The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is a versatile, vibrant WXGA projector for movies, games and meetings, but its fan is loud and it has no built-in apps.
7.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
04/11/2025
Hands-on test · Multi-use projector
Verdict
The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is a compact, bright projector for work presentations and casual gaming, but it's a poor fit for serious movie buffs.
8.0
xataka.com.co
≈ estimated
15/02/2023
Hands-on test · Portable projector
Verdict
The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is a bright, portable WXGA projector for offices and classrooms, but its weak speaker means films need external sound.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01

  • High brightness (3,000 lumens) suitable for rooms with ambient light
  • Excellent color accuracy and vividness due to 3-chip 3LCD technology
  • No 'rainbow effect' artifacts common in single-chip DLP projectors
  • Compact and lightweight design (approx. 2.4kg), making it highly portable
  • Affordable price point for a versatile business/home hybrid unit
  • Simple setup process with easy-to-use keystone correction slider

What customers don't like about Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01

  • Lacks an audio output port (no 3.5mm jack or optical out) for external speakers
  • Weak contrast ratio results in 'grayish' blacks and poor shadow detail in dark rooms
  • No optical zoom, requiring physical movement of the unit to adjust image size
  • Limited connectivity with only one HDMI port and no built-in Wi-Fi or smart features
  • Fan noise can be quite loud and intrusive in 'High' brightness mode
  • Native WXGA (1280x800) resolution is lower than standard 1080p for cinema use
  • No HDR support or 3D capability

Verdict

The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 is a portable 3LCD projector featuring a native WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution and a powerful 3,000 lumens of both colour and white brightness, capable of projecting images up to 378 inches. Designed for hybrid use, its main pros include excellent colour accuracy with a three-chip design that eliminates rainbow artifacts, sufficient brightness for well-lit rooms, and a lightweight 2.4kg frame ideal for travel. However, notable cons include its native 16:10 resolution being less than Full HD, a lack of built-in smart streaming features, limited connectivity with only one HDMI port, and no dedicated audio output port for external speakers.

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