The catch
XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
It has no battery, and brightness was mediocre in independent testing, which makes it best after dark.
Side by side
XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K vs Hisense M2 Pro compared: From 9.5 ft, both fit 120 inches
Quick verdict
If you move the projector often or want Google TV, the Elfin Flip 4K is the better fit. The M2 Pro fits if Dolby Vision and its VIDAA apps suit your viewing. Either projector can make a 120-inch picture optically from 9.5 feet, so the small difference in minimum throw shouldn't decide most purchases.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
At the near end, the difference in room fit is only 2.1 inches
For a 120-inch picture, the useful range of the two lenses is nearly identical.
Where this comes from
At 120 inches, a 16:9 image is 104.59 inches wide. (1.00 - 0.98) × 104.59 = 2.09 inches. The maximum ratio is 1.3 for both.
The catch
Hisense M2 Pro
Both the 1,300 ANSI-lumen rating and the tested contrast are modest compared with larger lifestyle models.
XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
- Why pick it
- You move rooms regularly and want the lighter 1.55 kg body.
- Google TV is your preference, and you want 4K60 or 1080p120 gaming.
- The catch
- It has no battery, and brightness was mediocre in independent testing, which makes it best after dark.
Hisense M2 Pro
- Why pick it
- Dolby Vision support appeals to you.
- The US VIDAA app selection includes your streaming services.
- The catch
- Both the 1,300 ANSI-lumen rating and the tested contrast are modest compared with larger lifestyle models.
We may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon purchases. How we make money
What this page compares
Elfin Flip 4K and Hisense M2 Pro weighed for a 120-inch room, carrying weight, streaming and HDR. Their lens ranges are closer than they appear.
If you move the projector often or want Google TV, the Elfin Flip 4K is the better fit. The M2 Pro fits if Dolby Vision and its VIDAA apps suit your viewing. Either projector can make a 120-inch picture optically from 9.5 feet, so the small difference in minimum throw shouldn't decide most purchases.
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
I am after 120 inches from 9.5 feet
Getting a 16:9 picture of 120 inches from 9.5 feet takes a throw ratio of about 1.09, and the optical ranges of both projectors include it.
- XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
- Good
- Hisense M2 Pro
- Good
I take it from room to room daily
The Elfin body, at 1.55 kg, is 2.35 kg lighter than the 3.9 kg M2 Pro. External power is required for both.
- XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
- Better fit
- Hisense M2 Pro
- Good
I want Dolby Vision in particular
Dolby Vision works on the M2 Pro. It is not part of the HDR support listed for the Elfin Flip 4K.
- XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
- Not suitable
- Hisense M2 Pro
- Better fit
I care about Google TV apps
Google TV is on the Elfin. The M2 Pro runs VIDAA, so confirm the exact apps you watch before settling on its built-in platform.
- XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
- Better fit
- Hisense M2 Pro
- Depends
In practice
Differences you will notice
At the near end, the difference in room fit is only 2.1 inches
For a 120-inch picture, the useful range of the two lenses is nearly identical.
How we worked this out
At 120 inches, a 16:9 image is 104.59 inches wide. (1.00 - 0.98) × 104.59 = 2.09 inches. The maximum ratio is 1.3 for both.
Listed carrying weight drops by about 60% with Elfin
That is 2.35 kg less projector body to lift.
How we worked this out
3.9 - 1.55 = 2.35 kg, and 2.35 ÷ 3.9 = 60.3%. Adapters, cables and cases are not counted.
Neither model is ruled out by a 9.5-foot position
You can decide on carrying and streaming needs and leave that lens position where it is.
How we worked this out
9.5 × 12 ÷ 104.59 = 1.09 is the required throw ratio, which sits inside both published optical ranges.
Plug in your numbers
Will either projector work in your room?
This checks hard limits only. Personal preferences are left out of the math.
XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
Works with your numbersFor a 120-inch 16:9 picture, the calculated lens range is about 8.54 to 11.33 ft. You entered 9.50 ft.
Hisense M2 Pro
Works with your numbersFor a 120-inch 16:9 picture, the calculated lens range is about 8.72 to 11.33 ft. You entered 9.50 ft.
Measure distance from the lens to the screen. The math assumes a 16:9 picture and uses the verified throw range for each exact model.
Option A
XGIMI, Elfin Flip 4K
Elfin Flip 4K
Book-sized and triple-laser, this 4K projector has a folding stand, optical zoom, Google TV and unusually strong gaming features.
- Best for
- Good-value portable 4K
Facts we checked
- Pixel-shifted 4K image from an RGB triple-laser at 1,600 ISO-lumen
- 40–200-inch images, with 0.98–1.3:1 optical zoom
- Input support for 4K60, 1080p120 and VRR, plus Google TV
Option B
Hisense, M2 Pro
M2 Pro
For smaller rooms, a compact triple-laser short-throw projector with motorized zoom, Dolby Vision and licensed streaming.
- Best for
- Small rooms with a close setup
Facts we checked
- A triple-RGB-laser light source producing 1,300 ANSI lumens
- A 1.0–1.3:1 throw ratio, for 65–200-inch images
- Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG, with VIDAA streaming
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K | Hisense M2 Pro | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120-inch lens distance | About 8.5 to 11.3 ft | About 8.7 to 11.3 ft | A lens position 9.5 feet from a 120-inch screen is covered by both. |
| Published throw ratio | 0.98 to 1.3 | 1.0 to 1.3 | Between the two, the nearer limit at 120 inches differs by only about 2.1 inches. |
| Listed product weight | 1.55 kg | 3.9 kg | Before either power adapter is added, the Elfin body is 2.35 kg lighter. |
| HDR formats | HDR10 and HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG | If Dolby Vision matters, the M2 Pro is the one that supports it here. |
| Smart platform | Google TV | VIDAA | Check the apps you really use instead of assuming all smart projectors are the same. |
| Published brightness | 1600 ISO lumens | 1300 ANSI lumens | A direct numerical brightness ranking is not possible because the measurement labels differ. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
- You may find rainbow flashes and choppy 24 fps motion distracting.
With Hisense M2 Pro
- Lens shift is missing, which leaves keystone to handle any off-axis correction.
Decision guide
How to decide
The Elfin Flip 4K is the choice if you move the projector often or want Google TV. If Dolby Vision and its VIDAA apps fit your viewing, choose the M2 Pro. From 9.5 feet, both can make a 120-inch picture optically, so the small difference in minimum throw shouldn't drive most purchases.
Take measurements first, then stop worrying about the tiny throw gap
On a spec sheet, minimum ratios of 0.98 and 1.0 can look like different classes. For a 120-inch 16:9 image, though, the nearest lens position shifts by only about two inches. Leave some installation tolerance rather than relying on either boundary exactly.
The gap in carrying weight is large
Once placed, both are easy to size thanks to optical zoom. Lifting them is a different task. The Elfin's published body weight is much lower, which matters if it comes off the shelf after every movie.
Formats and apps can settle a close call
Dolby Vision is supported by the M2 Pro, whereas the Elfin lists HDR10 and HLG. The app selections on Google TV and VIDAA differ as well. Check the services and formats you use, and then compare the current Amazon offers in the same condition.
What this page can’t tell you
- These distances are worked out for a 16:9 image, lens to screen, without digital correction. Make allowance for the projector body, cables, ventilation and installation tolerances.
- Brightness figures here are manufacturer specifications and not matched, calibrated measurements. ANSI ratings and ISO ratings are treated separately.
- Firmware and picture mode can alter performance, so check the exact model and the operating mode you pick and don't lean on a headline gaming or brightness figure.
- No winner is declared from the brightness figures, since they follow different standards.
- Rainbow flashes and uneven film motion show up in the independent test of the Elfin. That's a reason to try familiar content while you can still return it.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the home projectors we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
Only 20 of the 90 models checked meet every need here: “I take it from room to room”, “I want Netflix working from day one”, and “It will live in a bedroom or small apartment”.
20 models fit, out of 90 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “I take it from room to room”, “I want Netflix working from day one”, and “It will live in a bedroom or small apartment”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
| Product | Needs it meets | Facts we checked | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K |
|
| |
| Hisense M2 Pro |
|
|
Ready to buy
See today’s price and what owners say
Open either model on Amazon for the current price, customer reviews and delivery options.
XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
You move rooms regularly and want the lighter 1.55 kg body.
See price & reviews on AmazonHisense M2 Pro
Dolby Vision support appeals to you.
See price & reviews on AmazonEach link opens in a new tab.
We may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon purchases. How we make money