Anyuse A156JP 15.6"

The Anyuse A156JP is a featherweight 15.6 inch portable monitor that nails the basics: 1080p IPS display, dual USB-C, and plug-and-play setup. It's one of the most portable monitors in our database at 644g, and prices start around EUR 66 in Europe. Don't expect gaming performance or color accuracy, and the kickstand is flimsy. But for travelers and remote workers who need a second screen on the go, it's a steal.

Let's talk about what you're actually getting. The 15.6 inch IPS panel runs at 1920 x 1080, which is fine for a screen this size. Text is sharp enough for documents and spreadsheets, and the 178 degree viewing angle means you can share your screen in a meeting without everyone fighting for the perfect seat. HDR is listed as a feature, but don't expect much. At this price point, HDR is more of a checkbox than a real experience. The color performance sits at 33rd percentile, which means it's mediocre compared to other monitors in our database. If you're doing photo editing or color-critical work, this isn't the screen for you.

The connectivity story is better. You get two USB-C ports and one mini HDMI, which puts it at 78th percentile for connectivity. That's strong. The dual USB-C setup means you can plug into a laptop with one cable and still have a port free for power passthrough. One thing to note from user feedback: the monitor needs external power to hit full brightness. If you're running it off a laptop's USB-C port alone, you might find the screen dimmer than you'd like. That's a real trade-off for the portability convenience.

The competitors in our database tell an interesting story. The LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B is a 27 inch gaming monitor with a much higher refresh rate and better color. The ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQMY and MSI MAG 276CXF are similar, aimed at desktop gamers who want performance. The Samsung Odyssey LS24DG302ENXZA and Dell SE2726HS round out the list as solid desktop options. None of them are portable. Not one. They all live on a desk, and they all weigh several times more than the Anyuse.

So the comparison isn't really about specs. It's about use case. If you need a monitor for your desk and you care about gaming or color accuracy, skip the Anyuse and look at the LG or ASUS. They'll run circles around it in every performance metric. But if you need a screen that fits in your bag and works with a single cable, the Anyuse is in a different category entirely. The trade-off is clear: you give up performance and color quality for portability and price. For a lot of people, that's a trade worth making.

Here's where things get interesting. The Anyuse A156JP is priced at USD 40 in the US, CAD 69 in Canada, and EUR 66 to 118 across European listings. That EUR spread is worth paying attention to. You're looking at a EUR 52 difference between the cheapest and most expensive listing for the exact same monitor. If you're shopping in Europe, check the DE, ES, FR, and IT listings carefully. The EUR 66 option is the one to grab.

For that kind of money, you're getting a functional second screen that travels well. Compare that to the LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B or the ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQMY, which are proper desktop monitors that cost significantly more and weigh several times as much. They're better monitors in almost every way, but they're not portable. The Anyuse isn't trying to compete with those. It's competing with the idea of not having a second screen at all. And at this price, it's an easy yes for the right person.

The Anyuse A156JP is a 15.6 inch portable monitor that weighs just 644g, or about 1.37 pounds. That's lighter than a lot of tablets, and it's the kind of thing you can toss in a laptop bag without thinking twice. The pitch is simple: one USB-C cable for power and video, a 1080p IPS panel, and a built-in kickstand. No drivers, no apps, no fuss. For anyone who's ever tried to work from a hotel room with a single laptop screen, that's a pretty compelling promise.

Who's this for? Travelers, remote workers, students, and anyone who wants a second screen without committing to a desk setup. It's not a gaming monitor, and the data backs that up. Our database puts its gaming score at 27.1 out of 100, which is rough. But for portable use, it scores 84.5, and that's where this thing earns its keep. The compact ranking is 98th percentile, meaning it's one of the absolute best right now when it comes to being small and light.

The interesting tension here is between portability and everything else. The display quality sits at 22nd percentile, which is disappointing for a monitor. Color performance is 33rd percentile, mediocre at best. But the social proof is strong at 85th percentile, with 882 reviews averaging 4.4 stars. People seem to love this thing despite its flaws. That's worth digging into.

Gamers should absolutely skip this. The 27.1 gaming score is one of the worst in our database, and there's no adaptive sync or high refresh rate to soften the blow. If you want to play games on a second screen, look at the ASUS TUF Gaming VG27VQMY or the MSI MAG 276CXF instead. They're bigger, heavier, and more expensive, but they're actually built for gaming.

Creative professionals should also look elsewhere. The color performance at 33rd percentile means skin tones and gradients won't be accurate, and HDR is more marketing than reality here. If you're editing photos or video, the LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B or even a mid-range Dell like the SE2726HS will serve you much better. The Anyuse is a productivity tool, not a creative one.

If you're a road warrior, a remote worker, or a student who moves between libraries and coffee shops, the Anyuse A156JP is an easy recommendation. The portability is genuinely best-in-class, the plug-and-play setup works as advertised, and the price is low enough that it's almost an impulse buy. The 1080p panel is crisp enough for productivity work, and the dual USB-C ports give you flexibility that some pricier portable monitors don't offer.

But if you're a gamer, a photo editor, or someone who wants a primary display, look elsewhere. The gaming score of 27.1 out of 100 is a real letdown, and the color performance won't satisfy anyone who cares about accuracy. The loose kickstand and quiet speakers are annoyances you'll notice every day. For those users, a proper desktop monitor like the LG UltraGear or ASUS TUF is the better call. The Anyuse is a second screen, not a main screen, and it's best understood that way.