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Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£360Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:230Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:30000 hours

Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Freestyle Gen 2
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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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 distribution
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▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

90%

6.6

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

▲Better than 57% of projectors
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.6

Price

▲Better than 86%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 52% of models
Score components

42%

6.4

Image Quality

22%

7.0

Projection & Lens

12%

5.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.3

Audio & Features

8%

6.4

Connectivity

6%

7.3

Design & Power

▲Better than 52%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 86%
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Technical Specifications of projector Samsung Freestyle Gen 2

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 52% of models
Score components:

42%

6.4

Image Quality

22%

7.0

Projection & Lens

12%

5.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.3

Audio & Features

8%

6.4

Connectivity

6%

7.3

Design & Power

6.6
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 89% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 89.3% of projectors.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.6

Price

7.3
ANSI lumens
230
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 230 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 92.8% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
100,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 100000:1, higher than 71.6% of projectors and equal to 3.8% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Output Resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.2:1
Min throw distance
0.8 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.8 m, shorter than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 5.3% of projectors.
Max projection size
?
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not support ALLM. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 45.3% of projectors and equal to 36.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.5% of projectors and equal to 45.2% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 41.6% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 29.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 5.2, more modern than 88.7% of projectors and equal to 7.4% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Tizen OS built in.
Operating system
proprietary
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.9% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Samsung SmartThings app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 25.3% of projectors.
LED light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 62.5% of projectors and equal to 33.2% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
50 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 50 W of power, less than 91.3% of projectors and equal to 1.4% of projectors.
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Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (88.5% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    88.5% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports geometric warping
    This projector supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 5.4% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    100,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Tizen OS built in.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Samsung SmartThings app.
  • 9.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
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    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.
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    Samsung Freestyle Gen 2
    the average projector
    Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 has a higher user score than the average projector (8.74 vs 8.000).
    8.74 vs 8
  • 2.05x more popular
    Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 has a higher popularity than the average projector (10 vs 4.9).
    10 vs 4.87
  • 12.6% better value for money
    Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (7.33 vs 6.5).
    7.33 vs 6.51
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (88.5% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    88.5% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    100,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports geometric warping
    This projector supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 5.4% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • 0.23 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.8 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.8 m vs 1.025 m
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
    AirPlay 2 supported.
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Tizen OS built in.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Samsung SmartThings app.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Bixby voice control supported.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    LED light source life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 185 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (50 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    50 W vs 235 W
  • 74.2% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (0.8 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    0.8 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    LED light source life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 197.6 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (102.4 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    102.4 mm vs 300 mm
  • 89.5% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (230 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    230 vs 2,200
  • 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
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 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
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 15 degrees less horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers less horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 89.5% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (230 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    230 vs 2,200
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 0.24 inch smaller DMD chip
    This projector has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.2 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.23 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 15 degrees less horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers less horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 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
  • Old HDCP version
    This projector has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    This projector does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.9% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • 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 (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 2 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (30 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    30 dB vs 28 dB

Video reviews

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

8.0
T On Things
≈ estimated
04/05/2024
Hands-on review · design, streaming and drawbacks
Verdict
Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 is a good buy for streaming and portable use, but its price and modest picture and connectivity hold it back.
8.0
David Susilo Unscripted
≈ estimated
20/11/2023
Hands-on review · setup and family use
Verdict
Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 is highly recommended for fun, outdoor and signage use, but not for anything serious.
7.0
Reviewing Everything
≈ estimated
01/09/2023
Hands-on review · setup, speakers and app tests
Verdict
Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 is a small, portable projector with clear sound, but it is dim and slow to switch between apps.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

trustedreviews.com
13/09/2023
Full review · Portable smart projector
Verdict
The Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 is a compact projector that sets its own focus and keystone, with strong streaming apps, but its blacks look weak.
techaeris.com
31/08/2023
Hands-on review · Portable LED projector
Verdict
The Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 is a lightweight, self-adjusting projector for bedroom or outdoor movie nights, best in dim rooms, with a two-unit mode for wider images.
outdoormonster.de
28/02/2025
Field test · Portable outdoor projector
Verdict
The Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 is a lightweight, sharp Full HD projector for dark campsites and motorhomes, but needs a battery pack for cordless use and struggles in daylight.
elespanol.com
06/10/2023
First impressions · Portable LED projector
Verdict
The Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 is a compact 1080p projector that can pair with a second unit for a wider image, best for casual viewing in dim rooms.
H
hln.be
26/12/2023
Summary of the review
TESTED: How good is the Samsung Freestyle 2: “How to turn your bedroom into a cinema”
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Samsung Freestyle Gen 2

  • Extremely portable with a compact, 180-degree tilting design for easy ceiling projection
  • Seamless 'Instant Setup' featuring automatic focus, levelling, and keystone correction
  • Surprisingly loud and clear 360-degree built-in sound system for its small size
  • Includes Samsung's Gaming Hub for cloud gaming without needing a console
  • Eco-friendly SolarCell remote that charges via ambient light and USB-C
  • Smart Calibration feature allows for accurate colours even when projecting onto off-white walls
  • Supports 'Smart Edge Blending' to combine two units into one ultra-wide display

What customers don't like about Samsung Freestyle Gen 2

  • No internal battery; requires a constant power connection or an expensive optional battery base
  • Low peak brightness (approx. 230 ANSI lumens), making it difficult to use in well-lit rooms
  • Uses a Micro-HDMI port rather than a full-sized one, often requiring an additional adapter
  • Poor black levels and contrast compared to higher-end home cinema projectors
  • High retail price relative to other portable 1080p projectors with similar specs
  • Operating system can sometimes feel sluggish or slow to respond to remote inputs
  • Lacks support for advanced gaming features like 4K/120Hz or Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)

Verdict

The Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 is a highly portable Full HD (1920 x 1080) LED projector featuring a versatile 180° cradle design for seamless projection on walls or ceilings. Key specifications include a peak brightness of 230 ANSI lumens (550 LED lumens), an extended light source lifespan of 30,000 hours, and a built-in 5W 360-degree speaker. It runs on the Tizen OS smart platform, providing integrated access to streaming apps and the Samsung Gaming Hub for cloud gaming without a console. Its main advantages are a rapid automatic setup—with instant autofocus, leveling, and keystone correction—and the 'Smart Edge Blending' feature that allows pairing two units for a single widescreen image. However, notable drawbacks include subpar contrast with gray-leaning blacks, limited brightness that struggles in moderately lit rooms, and a single Micro-HDMI port that typically requires an adapter for standard connections.

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