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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£1,580
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,800
  • ANSI lumens: 2700
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 0.22:1

Hisense PL2 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

7.9

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%

7.8

Technical Score

10.0%

8.7

User score

Very good
7.8

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%

8.4

Image Quality

22.0%

4.7

Projection & Lens

12.0%

8.3

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

9.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

9.7

Connectivity

6.0%

8.0

Design & Power

Very good
8.7

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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

8.6

Popularity

User score:
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4.2
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Excellent
  • 9.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    10

    Audio output power

  • 8.0
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    5.3

    Weight

    20.0%

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    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    10

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Smart TV features

  • 9.0
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    10

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    7.4

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    5.8

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The Hisense PL2 is a 4K UHD ultra-short throw laser projector that utilizes a single X-Fusion laser light source to deliver 2,700 ANSI lumens of brightness and a 3,000:1 native contrast ratio on screens ranging from 80 to 150 inches. Its standout features include a versatile 0.22:1 throw ratio, support for multiple HDR formats like Dolby Vision and HDR10+, and a highly responsive gaming mode with 240Hz refresh rate (at 2K) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM). Main pros include its impressive brightness for moderately lit rooms, integrated 30W Dolby Atmos sound, and a smart VIDAA or Google TV OS with native app support. However, it lacks a physical lens control, relying on a sometimes finicky digital keystone correction, and its single-laser system results in slightly lower color gamut coverage (85% DCI-P3) compared to premium triple-laser models.

Technical Specifications of Hisense PL2

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%

8.4

Image Quality

22.0%

4.7

Projection & Lens

12.0%

8.3

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

9.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

9.7

Connectivity

6.0%

8.0

Design & Power

7.8
Hisense PL2 has a technical score of 7.77 points, which is higher than 94.5% 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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

8.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
(85)
amazon
4.5
(73)
amazon
4.2
(8)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

8.7
Hisense PL2 has a user score of 8.73 points, which is higher than 86% 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.
8.6
Hisense PL2 has a popularity of 8.6 points, which is higher than 81.5% 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%

7.9

Overall score

40.0%

2.2

Price

6.2
Hisense PL2 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.2 points, which is higher than 51.9% 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

2,700
Hisense PL2 reaches 2700 ANSI lumens, brighter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 3% 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

3,000:1
Hisense PL2 has a contrast ratio of 3000:1, lower than 61.7% of projectors and equal to 5.8% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
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
Hisense PL2 uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
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

3840x2160
Hisense PL2 supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% 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

DLP
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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

0.22:1
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

0.12 m
Hisense PL2 needs a minimum throw distance of 0.12 m, shorter than 97.9% of projectors and equal to 0.4% 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

150 inch
Hisense PL2 supports projection sizes up to 150 inch, smaller than 67.7% of projectors and equal to 10% 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
Hisense PL2 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

7 ms
Hisense PL2 has input lag of 7 ms, lower than 90.8% of projectors.
At 1080P/240Hz.
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

yes
Hisense PL2 supports ALLM. 79.9% 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
Hisense PL2 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

2.1
Hisense PL2 supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2.1 and 2.0.
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

18 Gbps
Hisense PL2 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.1% of projectors and equal to 40% 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

3
Hisense PL2 has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 92.7% of projectors and equal to 7% 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

yes
Hisense PL2 supports Wi-Fi. 47.4% 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

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Hisense PL2 supports Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), more modern than 98.2% of projectors and equal to 1.3% of projectors.
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

yes
Hisense PL2 supports Bluetooth. 50.1% 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

5.0
Hisense PL2 supports Bluetooth 5.0, more modern than 62.9% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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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

yes
Hisense PL2 has smart TV features. 56.3% of projectors have smart TV features.
VIDAA Smart OS.
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

Google TV
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
Hisense PL2 comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.5% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
ConnectLife 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
Hisense PL2 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Bluetooth voice remote included.
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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

laser
Hisense PL2 uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% 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

yes
Hisense PL2 uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
Blue Laser.
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

25,000 hours
Hisense PL2 offers lamp life of 25000 hours, shorter than 62% of projectors and equal to 6.8% 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

25,000 hours
Hisense PL2 offers eco-mode lamp life of 25000 hours, shorter than 52.4% of projectors and equal to 7% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
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

300 W
Hisense PL2 uses 300 W of power, more than 67.5% of projectors and equal to 3.3% of projectors.
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Hisense PL2 vs the average projector

  • Supports Dolby Vision
    Hisense PL2 supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.2% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
    What it is: Support for Dolby Vision high dynamic range format.
    When it matters: When you watch HDR movies and streaming releases, broad HDR support matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Hisense PL2 supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.2% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Higher output resolution
    Hisense PL2 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 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

    Hisense PL2 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports HDR10+
    Hisense PL2 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
    What it is: Support for HDR10+ dynamic high dynamic range format.
    When it matters: When you care whether the projector supports dynamic HDR metadata rather than static HDR formats alone.

    Importance: LOW

    Hisense PL2 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    Hisense PL2 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 1080p.
    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

    Hisense PL2 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Supports ALLM
    Hisense PL2 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
    What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
    When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Hisense PL2 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Hisense PL2 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
    What it is: Uses pixel shifting to increase perceived image resolution.
    When it matters: When you want more perceived detail than the native panel alone would provide, especially on bigger screens.

    Importance: LOW

    Hisense PL2 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 0.94 m shorter throw distance
    Hisense PL2 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.1 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

    Hisense PL2 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.1 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.0.12 m vs 1.06 m
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Hisense PL2 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
    What it is: Support for HDMI ARC to send audio to external devices.
    When it matters: When you use a soundbar, receiver, or speakers, audio output options matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Hisense PL2 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    Hisense PL2 supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.2% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Higher output resolution
    Hisense PL2 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • Supports HDR10+
    Hisense PL2 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    Hisense PL2 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Hisense PL2 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 22.7% higher brightness
    Hisense PL2 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,700 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • Supports HLG
    Hisense PL2 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 0.94 m shorter throw distance
    Hisense PL2 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.1 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • Motorized focus
    Hisense PL2 supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports ALLM
    Hisense PL2 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • 20 ms Low input lag
    Hisense PL2 has a lower input lag than the average projector (7 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    Hisense PL2 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    Hisense PL2 offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Hisense PL2 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    Hisense PL2 supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    Hisense PL2 has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • Supports AirPlay
    Hisense PL2 supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Hisense PL2 supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Hisense PL2 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • Modern USB standard
    Hisense PL2 supports a newer USB standard than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0). The average projector supports USB USB 2.0.
  • 1 more HDMI ports
    Hisense PL2 has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • 1 more USB ports
    Hisense PL2 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Supports Miracast
    Hisense PL2 supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • DLNA certification
    Hisense PL2 is DLNA-certified, while the average projector is not. 8.9% of projectors are DLNA-certified.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    Hisense PL2 supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    Hisense PL2 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Smartphone app support
    Hisense PL2 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • 3x stronger audio output
    Hisense PL2 has a higher audio output power than the average projector (30 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    Hisense PL2 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    Hisense PL2 supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • Uses laser light source
    Hisense PL2 uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
  • 5,000 hours longer lamp life
    Hisense PL2 has a higher lamp life than the average projector (25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.

Total
Overall
Image Quality
Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Hisense PL2 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (3000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
  • 100 inch smaller projection size
    Hisense PL2 has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Hisense PL2 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • 2.74x heavier
    Hisense PL2 is heavier than the average projector (8.5 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 2 dB louder operation
    Hisense PL2 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 231.5 mm wider body
    Hisense PL2 is wider than the average projector (531 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • 66.1 W higher power consumption
    Hisense PL2 uses more power than the average projector (300 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 100 inch smaller projection size
    Hisense PL2 has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 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

    Hisense PL2 has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.150 inch vs 250 inch
  • Limited HDMI format
    Hisense PL2 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/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

    Hisense PL2 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Hisense PL2 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (3000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic 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

    Hisense PL2 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (3000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.3,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2.74x heavier
    Hisense PL2 is heavier than the average projector (8.5 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    What it is: Total weight of the projector including lamp and lens.
    When it matters: When you move the projector between rooms or setups, lower weight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Hisense PL2 is heavier than the average projector (8.5 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.8.5 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 2 dB louder operation
    Hisense PL2 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 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

    Hisense PL2 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.32 dB vs 30 dB
  • 231.5 mm wider body
    Hisense PL2 is wider than the average projector (531 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
    What it is: Overall width of the projector body.
    When it matters: When shelf width, cabinet space, or a mounting location limits how wide the projector body can be.

    Importance: LOW

    Hisense PL2 is wider than the average projector (531 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.531 mm vs 299.5 mm
  • 2.05x more expensive
    Hisense PL2 is more expensive than the average projector (£1,580 vs £770).
    Hisense PL2 is more expensive than the average projector (£1,580 vs £770).£1,580 vs £770
  • 66.1 W higher power consumption
    Hisense PL2 uses more power than the average projector (300 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
    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

    Hisense PL2 uses more power than the average projector (300 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.300 W vs 233.9 W
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Hisense PL2?

  • High brightness of 2700 ANSI lumens suitable for moderately lit rooms
  • Excellent value for money and performance-per-pound/dollar
  • Large projection range from 80 up to 150 inches
  • Support for comprehensive HDR formats: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HLG
  • Compact and lightweight design for easy placement
  • Responsive gaming features with low input lag (down to 7ms at 1080p/240Hz) and ALLM
  • Includes updated smart features like VIDAA OS or Google TV depending on region

What customers dislike about Hisense PL2?

  • Weak low-end audio performance with some distortion at high volumes
  • Middling black levels that can look grey in very dark scenes
  • Finicky automatic geometry correction that often requires manual adjustment
  • Noticeable noise/grain when upscaling difficult high-contrast segments
  • Lacks physical lens control, relying entirely on digital adjustments
  • No 4K/120Hz support for gaming (limited to 4K/60Hz)

Expert reviews

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whathifi.com
04/05/2025
Hisense PL2 review - Projectors - What Hi-Fi?

The Hisense PL2 is a highly rated ultra short throw (UST) laser projector that launched at £1999 / $2499, succeeding the acclaimed PL1 model. It features key technical upgrades, including a smaller chassis and an expanded projection size of 80 to 150 inches. Equipped with a new DLP chipset, it boasts a boosted peak brightness of 2700 ANSI lumens, a 3,000:1 contrast ratio, and a...Read more

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en.heimkinowelten.de
19/10/2024
Hisense PL2 vs. PL1: Is it worth the extra cost?

The review comparison from HEIMKINOWELTEN.DE highlights that the Hisense PL2 brings substantial, foundational upgrades over the PL1, easily justifying its higher retail price. Pros for the PL2 include a significant performance boost in brightness, jumping from 2,100 to 2,700 ANSI lumens, which dramatically improves the viewing quality of HDR10 and Dolby Vision content. It features a...Read more

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pressreader.com
01/06/2025
Hisense PL2 - PressReader (What Hi-Fi? Technical Print Archive)

The ⁠What Hi-Fi? review of the Hisense PL2 ultra short throw (UST) "Laser Cinema" projector highlights it as a direct successor to the multi-award-winning ⁠PL1 model. Aimed at home cinema enthusiasts seeking a massive 150-inch screen experience without permanently dedicating their living room wall space to a giant physical TV, the PL2 follows its predecessor's functional aesthetic...Read more

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gb.readly.com
04/06/2025
Hisense PL2 - What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision Magazine

The June 2025 issue of What Hi-Fi? features a review of the Esoteric F-01 integrated amplifier and PS-01F power supply, highlighting class-leading sonic detail and dynamic fluidity as major pros. Conversely, the system is hindered by an extremely high price and a bulky, multi-box design. What Hi-Fi? Alternatively, the issue covers the Canton Reference 5 floorstanding speakers, noted...Read more

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en.heimkinowelten.de
02/08/2024
Hisense PL2 review & presentation - heimkinowelten

Overview & Key Features The Hisense PL2 ultra short throw laser projector is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, the PL1, offering substantial performance enhancements packed into a redesigned chassis that is slightly wider but 4 cm shorter. The projector features a 0.47” DMD chipset that utilizes XPR pixel-shifting technology to achieve a crisp 4K resolution. It relies on...Read more

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en.heimkinowelten.de
09/11/2024
Better picture quality and signal processing than the PX2-Pro?

The ⁠Heimkinowelten review provides a comprehensive comparison between the newer single-laser Hisense PL2 (2024) and the older triple-laser Hisense PX2-Pro (2023). The evaluation highlights that despite using a simpler single-laser and phosphor wheel setup, the Hisense PL2 offers a superior overall image performance, making it a highly compelling alternative. This leap in quality is...Read more

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whathifi.com
25/07/2025
Two of Hisense's five-star ultra short-throw projectors are discounted right now ProjectorScreen.com

This review compares two of Hisense’s five-star ultra-short-throw (UST) projectors, the Hisense PL2 and the Hisense PX3-Pro, which are designed as space-saving, easy-to-setup alternatives to traditional home cinema systems. Both models utilize advanced laser technology to beam 4K images up to 150 inches while sitting close to the wall, running on the smooth Vidaa smart operating...Read more

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heimkinoraum.de
23/08/2024
Hisense PL2 Review: 4K Laser TV with 2700 ANSI Lumens!

The Hisense PL2 is a single-laser phosphor ultra-short-throw 4K Laser TV that offers a massive performance leap over its predecessor, the PL1, while maintaining the same price point. Key advantages include an upgraded light engine that pumps out 2,700 ANSI lumens—a 600-lumen boost that vastly improves daytime usability and HDR punch. A redesigned optical path reduces the projection...Read more

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hifi.de
27/08/2025
Hisense PL2 Review – The Ideal Alternative to a TV?

The Hisense PL2 is a 4K ultra-short-throw laser projector (Laser TV) that offers an impressive home cinema performance for under €2,000, presenting a viable alternative to traditional large-screen televisions. In terms of performance, it delivers a notably sharp, high-contrast (3,000:1), and bright image reaching up to 2,700 ANSI lumens, which allows fine details to remain visible...Read more

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computerbild.de
31/12/2025
Hisense PL2 Review: Laser TV Conjures Giant Images Out of Thin Air

The Hisense PL2 Laser Cinema is a compact ultra-short-throw projector that acts as a practical alternative to massive, hard-to-move televisions. Placed just 30 centimetres from a wall, its specialized ultra-wide-angle mirror optics can project a massive 3-metre (120-inch) 4K UHD image using DLP technology. Operating on the fast VIDAA smart system, it mimics the user experience of a...Read more

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heimkinowelten.de
02/08/2024
Hisense PL2 Review & Presentation

The Hisense PL2 is a single-laser, ultra-short-throw projector that serves as a highly upgraded successor to the older PL1 model. Utilizing Texas Instruments' 0.47" DMD chipset with XPR pixel-shifting technology to achieve 4K resolution, it incorporates an upgraded MT9618 platform and advanced AI Computing. These technologies continuously analyze incoming media content to fuel a...Read more

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audiovision.de
22/05/2025
Hisense PL2 Laser Cinema Review

The Hisense PL2 Laser Cinema is a budget-friendly ultra-short-throw projector that significantly improves upon its predecessor, the PL1, offering an impressive 2,190 lumens of brightness and a massive 46% increase in static contrast. It projects bright, sharp 4K images up to 150 inches using XPR-Shift technology, delivering fantastic HDR performance with support for Dolby Vision and...Read more

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av-magazin.de
18/10/2024
Hisense PL2 Laser Cinema Review - AV-Magazin

The Hisense PL2 Laser Cinema is a high-performance ultra-short-throw projector priced at €2,500 that serves as a viable 4K TV alternative, delivering exceptional flexibility with adjustable projection sizes from 80 to 150 inches. It stands out for its high light output, comprehensive feature package, and eco-friendly solar-powered remote control that eliminates the need for...Read more

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hifitest.de
30/08/2024
Hisense Laser Cinema PL2 - Projector Review - hifitest.de

The Hisense Laser Cinema PL2 review on hifitest.de awards the ultra-short-throw (UST) projector a 4.0 out of 5 stars, placing it in their elite "Spitzenklasse" (top tier) category. Priced at around €2,500, the device serves as a true alternative to giant TVs, projecting an expansive image size ranging from 80 to 150 inches depending on its distance from the wall,. The testing...Read more

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heimkinowelten.de
09/11/2024
Hisense PL2: Better picture quality and signal processing than the PX2-Pro

The Hisense PL2 (2024) serves as a significant upgrade over the older PX2-Pro (2023), successfully prioritising enhanced brightness, contrast, and signal processing over multi-laser complexity. On the plus side, the PL2 features a 15% brighter picture at 2,700 ANSI lumens, a three-times higher native contrast ratio of 3000:1, and an expanded maximum image size of 150 inches. Its...Read more

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mondoprojos.fr
29/09/2024
Hisense PL2 Review

The Hisense PL2 is a complete 4K ultra-short throw multimedia projector featuring a mono-laser light source and an integrated 2x15W sound system running on the Vidaa U7 smart platform. In terms of performance, the reviewer praises its exemplary native sharpness from the center to the edges of the screen, robust contrast levels with a measured sequential contrast of 2226:1 after...Read more

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frandroid.com
05/05/2025
Hisense PL2 Review: Top-notch sharpness and contrast, but colors could be improved

The Hisense PL2 is a versatile ultra-short-throw laser projector designed as a practical alternative to massive living room TVs, offering simulated Ultra HD resolution through Texas Instruments' 0.47-inch DMD chip and XPR technology. Tested alongside a specialized Lumene Extra Bright Eden 240C screen, it delivers an immersive 100-inch image from just 20 centimeters away from the...Read more

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fr.heimkinowelten.de
09/11/2024
Hisense PL2: Better picture quality and signal processing than the PX2 Pro

The Heimkinowelten review highlights how the 2024 Hisense PL2 ultra-short-throw projector outclasses the older 2023 Hisense PX2-Pro in almost all key performance categories, despite utilizing a single-laser system instead of the PX2-Pro's triple-laser (TriChroma) engine. The primary standout feature of the PL2 is its completely redesigned AI-driven signal processing platform, which...Read more

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fr.heimkinowelten.de
19/10/2024
Hisense PL2 vs PL1: Is the extra cost worth it?

The Hisense PL2 delivers significant performance upgrades over its predecessor, the PL1, justifying its higher retail price of €2,499 compared to the PL1's €2,222. The primary advantages of the PL2 stem from its completely redesigned optical unit, which provides a 30% increase in brightness to 2,700 ANSI Lumens and expands the maximum projection size from 120 inches up to 150...Read more

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revistaonoff.es
03/10/2024
Review: Hisense Laser Cinema PL2", "Test Bench: Hisense Laser Cinema PL2

The Hisense Laser Cinema PL2 is a compact ultra-short-throw 4K UHD laser projector priced at €2,499 that serves as a highly capable alternative to high-end conventional televisions. Utilizing X-Fusion laser technology and a Texas Instruments DLP chip, it delivers sharp, natural imagery covering 85% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, while boasting an impressive lifespan of up to 25,000...Read more

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es.heimkinowelten.de
02/08/2024
Hisense PL2 Review and Presentation - heimkinowelten.de", "Testing and Presentation of the Hisense PL2 - heimkinowelten.de

The Hisense PL2 laser projector offers significant upgrades over its predecessor, the PL1, utilizing a single laser source with an updated lens and an enhanced MT9618 processing platform to deliver a brighter 2700 ANSI lumens image and a 3000:1 native contrast ratio. Key strengths highlighted in the review include its shorter 0.22 throw ratio, allowing it to project a massive...Read more

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digitalvideoht.it
22/01/2025
Hisense PL2 | Digital Video HT

of the Hisense PL2 The Hisense PL2 is a 4K ultra-short-throw laser projector that uses digital tricks to turn a standard 1080p chip into a sharp 4K image. It shines bright at 2,700 ANSI lumens, which is a big upgrade from the older PL1 model. You can place it very close to your wall to get a massive screen size between 80 and 150 inches. It supports high-quality video types like...Read more

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it.heimkinowelten.de
19/10/2024
Hisense PL2 vs. PL1: Is it worth it?

The Hisense PL2 laser TV offers a significant performance leap over its predecessor, the PL1, justifying its higher retail price of €2,499 compared to the PL1's €2,222. Visually, the two models look almost identical. However, the PL2 features a completely redesigned optical unit that delivers a substantial 30% increase in brightness, pushing the output to 2,700 ANSI lumens. This...Read more

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fwdmagazine.be
15/08/2024
EISA Home Theater Video Awards 2024-2025 - FWD Magazine

The provided Dutch article outlines the EISA Home Theatre Video Awards for 2024-2025 and highlights the top-performing televisions and projectors selected by international consumer electronics experts. In the television category, winners range from budget-friendly options to premium displays, emphasizing features like advanced HDR support, high refresh rates for gaming, and unique...Read more

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