Portable Projector Market Report 2026

The portable projector market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.03 billion in 2025 to $2.22 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of home entertainment systems, growth of business presentations and corporate training, rising popularity of classroom and educational projectors, advancements in miniaturization technology, expanding gaming and multimedia demand.

The portable projector market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.09 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for wireless portable projectors, integration with smart devices and smartphones, growth in outdoor and travel-based projector usage, advancements in high-resolution and 4k projection technology, increasing demand in immersive AR/VR and interactive applications. Major trends in the forecast period include compact & lightweight design, wireless & battery-powered operation, multiple input connectivity options, portable outdoor & travel-friendly usage, enhanced visual experience & high resolution.

The growing demand for home entertainment is expected to drive the growth of the portable projector market going forward. Home entertainment refers to products and services that provide audio-visual enjoyment, gaming, and interactive experiences within a household. The rise in home entertainment is driven by the increasing adoption of streaming services, which offer convenient, on-demand, and diverse content at home. Portable projectors enhance home entertainment by enabling users to watch movies, play games, or stream content on a large screen anywhere in the house, creating a cinematic experience without relying on a fixed TV setup. For example, in June 2025, according to Nielsen Holdings plc, a US-based media company, streaming accounted for 44.8 percent of total TV viewing in May 2025, surpassing the combined 44.2 percent share of broadcast (20.1 percent) and cable (24.1 percent), with platforms such as YouTube, Netflix, and FAST services leading the shift. Therefore, the growing demand for home entertainment is fueling the growth of the portable projector market.

Leading companies in the portable projector market are concentrating on developing advanced products such as full HD smart projectors to improve user experience, portability, and support seamless streaming and connectivity. Full HD smart projectors deliver 1080p high-definition visuals and come equipped with built-in smart features for streaming, connectivity, and interactive use. For instance, in June 2025, XGIMI Technology Co., Ltd., a China-based manufacturer, launched the XGIMI MoGo 4 Series portable smart projectors. These compact projectors provide vibrant Full HD visuals and immersive sound in a lightweight design, ideal for home and on-the-go entertainment. Featuring built-in battery life, Google TV access, and easy setup, they cater to various needs from home cinema to outdoor use and business presentations. Their stylish design and creative lighting options also enhance both viewing experiences and ambiance, making them well-suited for modern lifestyles.

In July 2024, ORIX Corporation, a financial services company based in Japan, partnered with Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., to provide innovative leasing and financing solutions for advanced electronic products. This collaboration aims to grow and strengthen the global professional projector business by combining Panasonic Connect’s technology and customer base with ORIX’s investment expertise to promote growth, innovation, and market expansion. Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd., also based in Japan, is a manufacturing company specializing in portable projectors.

Major companies operating in the portable projector market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Sony Group Corporation, Lenovo Group Ltd., LG Electronics Inc., Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Xiaomi Corporation, Canon Inc., Hewlett-Packard Development Company L.P., NEC Corporation, Koninklijke Philips N.V., ZTE Corporation, Asustek Computer Inc., Ricoh Company Ltd., Delta Electronics Inc., Seiko Epson Corporation, Acer Inc., Anker Innovations Limited, Eastman Kodak Company, BenQ Materials Corporation, Optoma Corporation.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have influenced the portable projector market by affecting the cost of imported components such as optical lenses, projection modules, and semiconductor chips. These tariffs have increased production costs, particularly for segments like standalone and high-definition projectors, with Asia-Pacific regions including China and India being most impacted due to major manufacturing hubs. While tariffs pose challenges in supply chain and pricing, they also encourage manufacturers to localize production, diversify sourcing, and innovate cost-efficient portable projector models, potentially enhancing competitiveness in regional markets.

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A portable projector is a small, lightweight device that projects images, videos, or presentations onto a screen or wall, making it easy to use in different locations. It provides a convenient visual display solution with features such as wireless connectivity, battery-powered operation, and multiple input options, enabling flexible and smooth viewing anywhere.

The primary types of portable projectors are embedded projectors, USB projectors, and standalone projectors. Embedded projectors are compact, integrated devices designed for easy portability and smooth integration into different environments. They use technologies such as digital light processing (DLP), liquid crystal on silicon (LCoS), laser beam steering, and holographic laser projection, and are available in resolutions ranging from VGA and XGA to HD, Full HD, and 4K. These projectors are distributed through online and offline channels and are used in applications including home entertainment, business presentations, education, gaming, and outdoor events.North America was the largest region in the portable projector market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the portable projector market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the portable projector market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The portable projector market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as advertising and marketing, virtual meetings and video conferencing, art and design visualization, event ambiance, and decor. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The portable projector market also includes sales of laser projectors, mini or pocket projectors and wireless or smart projectors, and mini cinema projectors. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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