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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£3,080
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,670
  • ANSI lumens: 3000
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 0.9-1.5:1

Leica Cine Play 1 Plus review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

8.6

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%

8.6

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.6

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%

8.6

Image Quality

22.0%

8.2

Projection & Lens

12.0%

8.3

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

9.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

8.9

Connectivity

6.0%

8.9

Design & Power

Excellent
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 9.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.8

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    10

    Audio output power

  • 9.6
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    10

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Smart TV features

  • 9.3
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    10

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    8.2

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    7.9

    Audible noise

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £3,080

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Verdict

The Leica Cine Play 1 Plus is a premium 4K UHD triple-RGB laser projector that delivers a high brightness of 3,500 lumens and 110% coverage of the BT.2020 color gamut for exceptional color accuracy. It features a high-end Leica Summicron lens with a motorized 0.9–1.5:1 throw ratio, supporting screen sizes from 65 to 300 inches alongside HDR standards like Dolby Vision and HDR10+. Key pros include its Bauhaus-inspired aluminum design, proprietary Leica Image Optimization (LIO™) for natural skin tones, and a gaming mode with low input lag (12ms at 1080p/120Hz). However, its primary cons are its high price point, the potential for rainbow artifacts common to DLP technology, and a remote control that lacks backlighting for dark room navigation.

Technical Specifications of Leica Cine Play 1 Plus

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%

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Image Quality

22.0%

?

Projection & Lens

12.0%

?

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

?

Audio & Features

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Design & Power

8.6
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a technical score of 8.63 points, which is higher than 98.9% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.3% 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%

8.6

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

6.3
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is higher than 56.4% 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

1,500:1
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a contrast ratio of 1500:1, lower than 80.8% of projectors and equal to 2.9% of projectors.
Native 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

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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

0.9-1.5:1
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

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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

300 inch
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.8% of projectors and equal to 38% 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

1.67
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus offers a zoom ratio of 1.67, wider than 78.6% of projectors and equal to 1.7% of projectors.
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

yes
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has motorized zoom. 83.8% 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

12 ms
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has input lag of 12 ms, lower than 80.5% of projectors and equal to 2.4% of projectors.
At 1080P/120Hz.
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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% 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

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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

2
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 47% 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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 6 (802.11ax)
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), more modern than 84.8% of projectors and equal to 13.3% 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

5.3
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports Bluetooth 5.3, more modern than 96.2% of projectors and equal to 1.9% 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has smart TV features. 56.3% 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

proprietary
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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.5% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
VIDAA 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

laser
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
Triple RGB 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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus offers lamp life of 25000 hours, shorter than 62% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
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
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus offers eco-mode lamp life of 25000 hours, shorter than 52.4% of projectors and equal to 7% 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

180 W
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus uses 180 W of power, less than 56.1% of projectors and equal to 2.6% of projectors.
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Leica Cine Play 1 Plus vs the average projector

  • Wider color gamut
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    What it is: Percentage of the target color gamut covered by the projector.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.2% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Higher output resolution
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • 15 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    What it is: Range of vertical keystone correction supported.
    When it matters: When the projector sits too high or too low relative to the screen and vertical image correction becomes necessary.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Supports HDR10+
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports ALLM
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 0.37 2x wider zoom range
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.7 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of 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

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.7 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.1.67 vs 1.3
  • Wider color gamut
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.2% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Higher output resolution
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • Supports HDR10+
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 36.4% brighter image
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • Supports HLG
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 15 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
  • 0.37 2x wider zoom range
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.7 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
  • Has motorized zoom
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has motorized zoom, while the average projector does not. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
  • 10 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Motorized focus
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports ALLM
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • 15 ms lower input lag
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a lower input lag than the average projector (12 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • Supports AirPlay
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • Modern USB standard
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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 USB ports
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Supports Miracast
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • 2x stronger audio output
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a higher audio output power than the average projector (20 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
  • Uses laser light source
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
  • 70.6% lighter weight
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus is lighter than the average projector (0.9 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 5,000 hours longer lamp life
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 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.

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  • Lower contrast ratio
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
  • No RS-232 control
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 102 mm taller body
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus is taller than the average projector (229 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native 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

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.1,500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 4x more expensive
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus is more expensive than the average projector (£3,080 vs £770).
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus is more expensive than the average projector (£3,080 vs £770).£3,080 vs £770
  • 93.2% less popular
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a lower popularity than the average projector (1.00 vs 1.932).
    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.
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus has a lower popularity than the average projector (1.00 vs 1.932).1 vs 1.93
  • No RS-232 control
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
    What it is: RS-232 serial control interface for external automation systems.
    When it matters: When the projector must integrate with older control systems, automation racks, or custom AV installs.

    Importance: LOW

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 102 mm taller body
    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus is taller than the average projector (229 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Total height of the projector unit.
    When it matters: When shelf clearance, cabinet height, or a tight mounting spot limits what projector body can physically fit.

    Importance: LOW

    Leica Cine Play 1 Plus is taller than the average projector (229 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.229 mm vs 127 mm
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Leica Cine Play 1 Plus?

  • Exceptional 4K HDR image sharpness due to premium Leica Summicron optics
  • High brightness (3,000–3,500 lumens) suitable for rooms with ambient light
  • Triple-laser light source offering 100%+ BT.2020 color gamut coverage
  • Sleek, Bauhaus-inspired minimalist design with high-end aluminum/glass build
  • Hassle-free setup via fast auto-keystone, auto-focus, and motorized zoom
  • Impressive built-in 20W stereo sound system with DTS Virtual:X support
  • Versatile portability for easy movement between rooms or even outdoors
  • Quiet operation (approx. 29dB) that doesn't distract during viewing

What customers dislike about Leica Cine Play 1 Plus?

  • Premium price point compared to technically similar rivals like Hisense
  • VIDAA smart system lacks some regional apps (e.g., UK catch-up services)
  • Remote control lacks backlighting, making it difficult to use in the dark
  • Some users report visible DLP 'rainbow effect' artifacts in high-contrast scenes
  • Black levels, while good, cannot compete with high-end OLED displays
  • Gamers must lower resolution to 1080p for higher 120Hz/240Hz refresh rates
  • Optional floor stand adds a significant extra cost for permanent installation

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whathifi.com
13/01/2025
Leica Cine Play 1 review | What Hi-Fi?

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a high-end smart mini projector built in collaboration with Hisense, offering an upgraded, premium alternative to standard flexible projectors. Priced at £2,950 / $3,795 / AU$5,990, it features an elegant, Bauhaus-style aluminium casing and relies on a triple RGB laser light source with XPR pixel-shifting to deliver near-4K resolution images. Its defining...Read more

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stuff.tv
02/12/2024
Leica Cine Play 1 review: home cinema meets design statement

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a premium, compact 4K DLP projector that combines high-end industrial design with impressive visual performance, commanding a retail price of $3,795/£2,949. Encased in a sleek aluminium chassis and equipped with a custom aspheric glass lens, this triple laser projector delivers an outstandingly sharp, detailed picture with vibrant, natural colours and great...Read more

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insideci.co.uk
11/11/2024
Leica Cine Play 1 projector review - Inside CI

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a high-end, compact short-throw mini projector built in partnership with Hisense. It blends Leica’s luxury styling with advanced technology, featuring a cube-shaped aluminum body, a triple RGB laser light engine, and high-quality Summicron glass optics. The projector delivers a crisp 4K pixel-shifted image up to 300 inches. It pumps out a very bright 3,000...Read more

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computerbild.de
19/02/2026
Cine Play 1 Review: Leica Delivers the Best Projector Optics with Laser

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a high-end, beautifully crafted 4K smart laser projector that justifies its premium €3,500 price tag with unmatched build quality and user-friendliness. Encased in a massive, minimalist metal body with a flexible rotating stand, it routes power cables through its tripod to completely eliminate visible clutter. The projector excels in setup, utilizing...Read more

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wiwo.de
31/10/2025
Leica Cine Play 1 Projector Review: Leica's Latest Venture

The Wirtschaftsweoche review praises the Leica Cine Play 1 as a successful entry into compact home cinema, highlighting its superior RGB laser engine, Leica Summicron lens, and 3,000 ANSI lumens for vibrant 4K images, even on plain walls. The premium, compact design is complemented by intuitive, high-quality construction. However, the analysis identifies significant cons, including...Read more

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audiovision.de
09/04/2026
Leica Cine Play 1 (Review) - audiovision

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a premium, highly versatile mini-projector priced at €3,500 that balances high-end visual performance with portable design. Driven by an RGB laser light source with over 25,000 hours of lifespan, it delivers stellar color accuracy, hitting 100% of the Rec.709 and 99% of the Rec.2020 color spaces, and projects up to 2,575 calibrated lumens. The device...Read more

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mondoprojos.fr
03/12/2024
Leica Cine Play 1 Review: The Lifestyle Projector Redefining Excellence

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a premium, cube-shaped lifestyle projector developed in partnership with Hisense, utilizing the technical foundation of the Hisense C2 Ultra but elevating it with Leica's proprietary optical expertise. Its standout feature is a high-performance aspherical glass lens paired with Leica Image Optimization (LIO) processing, which delivers nearly surgical 4K...Read more

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mondoprojos.fr
19/11/2024
Discovering the Leica Cine Play 1: The 4K Triple Laser Lifestyle Projector That Thrilled Me!

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a 4K triple-laser lifestyle projector that shares much of its DNA, design, and Hisense Vidaa smart OS with the Hisense C2 Ultra, yet it establishes its own tier of performance through superior Leica optics. The primary advantage highlighted in this review is its jaw-dropping sharpness and exceptional visual precision, which single-handedly justifies its...Read more

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style.corriere.it
22/12/2024
How to turn your living room into a cinema with the Leica Cine Play 1", "Turn your living room into a movie theater with the Leica Cine Play 1

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a high-end, portable smart projector that brings a cinema-grade experience into the living room for a premium price of €3,600. Drawing design inspiration from the Bauhaus school, this 6.7 kg aluminum and glass device offers a plug-and-play setup requiring only a power outlet and Wi-Fi to access pre-loaded streaming apps like Netflix and Disney+. It projects...Read more

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magazine.discorsifotografici.it
03/02/2025
Leica Cine Play 1: Cinema Anywhere – Photographic Discourses

The Leica Cine Play 1 is a high-end, compact projector born from a collaboration between Leica and Hisense. It blends Hisense's TriChroma triple-laser DLP projection technology with Leica's premium optics, specifically utilizing a high-quality Leica Summicron aspherical glass lens and proprietary Leica Image Optimization (LIO) to deliver sharp, vibrant 4K images. Reviewers highlight...Read more

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fwd.nl
06/02/2025
Review: Leica Cine Play 1 – compact 4K DLP projector

The FWD review rates the Leica Cine Play 1 projector a perfect 10.0 out of 10, praising it as a premium, highly capable 4K DLP device. On the positive side, it stands out for its exceptional 3,000 ANSI Lumen brightness and a wide color range that covers 96% of the Rec.2020 spectrum, bringing intense and lively colors to life. It is highly versatile with excellent out-of-the-box...Read more

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