Anker Cosmos D2350

The Cosmos D2350 is a bright 4K laser projector with 2200 ANSI lumens and Android TV built in. Picture quality and brightness are the clear strengths, with owners saying it rivals a large TV even in daylight. The auto keystone and autofocus are finicky, and the price is high, but if you want a bright 4K projector and can stomach the cost, it's worth a look.

The 2200 ANSI lumens is the headline here, and it delivers. Owners consistently say the brightness and color reproduction rival a large TV, even during the day. The 4K image is crisp, though a few users note the jump from 1080p isn't as dramatic as they expected. The dual 10W speakers plus 5W tweeters give it fuller sound than most projectors in this class. The weak spots are the auto keystone and autofocus, which multiple owners report as imprecise, and the remote, which can be finicky. Software hiccups were common early on, though updates have been rolling out.

Stacked against the Fujifilm X-H2S, Sony a7R V, Nikon Z9, Canon EOS R6 Mark III, and Panasonic Lumix S5 II, this is a completely different product category, so a direct spec comparison doesn't make sense. Those are all cameras. The Cosmos D2350 is a projector. What matters here is how it stacks up against other projectors, and the main trade-off is brightness and 4K resolution versus price and portability. The 2200 ANSI lumens puts it ahead of most budget projectors, but the weight and finicky auto setup hold it back from being a true portable pick.

The price is the sticking point. At CAD 1,800, this is a serious investment for a projector. You're paying for the laser brightness, the 4K resolution, and the built-in Android TV. If you use it as a primary screen in a bright room, the value argument gets stronger. But if you're mostly watching in a dark basement, a cheaper 1080p projector might get you 90% of the experience for half the money.

The Anker Cosmos D2350 is a 4K laser projector that puts out 2200 ANSI lumens, which is bright enough to watch with the lights on. It runs Android TV 10.0, so you get access to a ton of streaming apps without needing a separate dongle. The built-in sound is also a step up from most projectors, with dual 5W tweeters and dual 10W speakers.

But here's the thing. The auto keystone and autofocus are finicky, the remote can be unreliable, and at 4999g it's not exactly a grab-and-go device despite the handle. The price is also a real barrier for a lot of people.

Skip this if you need a truly portable projector. At 4999g, it's heavy, and the auto keystone and autofocus aren't reliable enough for quick setup in different rooms. If you're on a budget, a solid 1080p projector will get you most of the way there for a lot less money. And if you're expecting a flawless smart TV experience, the finicky remote and software hiccups might drive you up the wall.

If you want a bright 4K projector with built-in streaming and you're willing to pay for it, the Cosmos D2350 is a solid choice. The picture quality is the main event, and it delivers. Just know that the auto setup features aren't as smooth as the marketing suggests, and you'll probably want to use a different remote or the Android TV app. Buy it for the brightness and image quality, not for the smart features.