The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 is a pixel-shifted 4k projector with an RGB Triple Laser light source that's rated for over 25,000 hours. Also known as the Valerion StreamMaster Plus2, it has a 1.2:1 throw ratio that projects a 40-inch image from about 3.5 feet (1 meter) away and a 300-inch image from about 17 feet (5.2 meters). It has 4GB of RAM and comes equipped with Google TV OS for easy access to the most popular streaming apps, along with casting capabilities using AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Miracast, and even Google Assistant for voice command. In addition to adjustable feet at the front and back of the unit, it's also equipped with auto keystone correction, auto focus, auto screen alignment, and smart object avoidance for easy setup. It also has Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 6E, and includes two HDMI 2.1 ports, one HDMI 2.0 (eARC) port, two USB ports, as well as an optical (S/PDIF) output, plus a 100Mbps Ethernet cable port for a wired connection.
Our Verdict
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 is a great projector for watching movies. It can project a bright, uniform image on a 100-inch screen, and, combined with its very wide color gamut and excellent contrast across most scenes, it makes for a vibrant experience when watching your favorite movies and TV shows. The projector is decently accurate out of the box, but it definitely benefits from calibration for the best image. This projector also has an RBE (rainbow effect) reduction feature, but it does very little to eliminate it for those sensitive to it.
Brightness is very uniform across the screen.
Great contrast in most scenes.
Very wide color gamut.
Colors don't pop as much outside of Filmmaker and Theater Modes.
Blacks are raised in near-black scenes.
RBE Reduction feature isn't very effective.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 is a good projector for gaming. It has low input lag at 120Hz and even supports 1080p@240Hz, making for a responsive, smooth gaming experience for both console and PC gamers. Powered by its RGB Triple Laser light source, it projects a bright image with a very wide color gamut, and outside of near-black scenes, images are punchy thanks to its great contrast. Its accuracy is satisfactory out of the box, so many gamers will want to calibrate it for the best viewing experience.
Low input lag at 120Hz and 240Hz.
Great contrast in most scenes.
Very wide color gamut.
Accepts 240Hz inputs.
Input lag at 60Hz is just okay.
Blacks are raised in near-black scenes.
RBE Reduction feature isn't very effective.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 has very good brightness. While it can't fight off intense ambient light, it's plenty bright when used in a home theater, a light-controlled room, or the backyard at night. The projector's RBE reduction feature does very little to mitigate rainbow effect, though, and it remains noticeable to those sensitive to it.
Brightness is very uniform across the screen.
Colors don't pop as much outside of Filmmaker and Theater Modes.
RBE Reduction feature isn't very effective.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 has great contrast. Blacks are raised in near-black scenes that have very small highlights, but this projector shines in all other scenes, especially in very bright scenes, where it outperforms most other projectors in its class.
Great contrast in most scenes.
Blacks are raised in near-black scenes.
Changelog
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Updated Feb 10, 2026:
We updated the Popular Projector Comparisons section to add clarity around how it performs for movie-watching and gaming, as well as how it compares to other projectors in its class.
- Updated Feb 09, 2026: Review published.
- Updated Feb 04, 2026: Early access published.
- Updated Feb 03, 2026: Our testers have started testing this product.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
Valerion sells multiple VisionMaster models, with the Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 sitting on the lower end of the lineup behind the Valerion VisionMaster Max, the Valerion VisionMaster Pro2, and the Valerion VisionMaster Pro. Also known as the Valerion StreamMaster Plus2, this projector shares many of the same features as the other projectors in this lineup, including (but not limited to) Google TV OS access, casting capabilities, and pixel-shifted 4K up to 300 inches. However, the key differences between these models come down to performance, namely around brightness, contrast, and flexibility around setup features.
| Model | Brightness (ISO Lumens) | Contrast (Dynamic) | Native Contrast | Vertical Lens Shift | Optical Zoom (Throw Ratio) | Ethernet Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valerion VisionMaster Max | 3500 | 50000:1 (Dynamic IRIS) | 5000:1 | Yes | 0.9-1.5:1 (can be extended to 0.9-2.0:1 | Gigabit |
| Valerion VisionMaster Pro2 | 3000 | 15000:1 | 4000:1 | No | 0.9-1.5:1 | 100Mbps |
| Valerion VisionMaster Pro | 2500 | 15000:1 | 3000:1 | No | 0.9-1.5:1 | 100Mbps |
| Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 | 2000 | 10000:1 | 3000:1 | No | Fixed 1.2:1 | 100Mbps |
| Valerion VisionMaster Plus | 1650 | 10000:1 | 3000:1 | No | Fixed 1.2:1 | 100Mbps |
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Popular Projector Comparisons
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2, also known as the Valerion StreamMaster Plus2, offers a great mix of features and performance that will appeal to movie-watchers and gamers alike. It offers great picture quality thanks to its very good brightness, contrast, and wide color gamut, and it also includes features that should satisfy most console and PC gamers, such as the ability to game at 120Hz and 240Hz. Some projectors in its class surpass it in specific areas, though. The XGIMI HORIZON S Max is also a triple laser pixel-shifted 4k projector, but it's brighter and has better contrast than the Valerion. The JMGO N1S Ultimate is another competing standard throw projector that's notably brighter than the Valerion, though it's limited to 60Hz for gamers.
Check out our recommendations for the best 4k projectors, the best projectors for home theater, and best projectors for home, and the best projectors for gaming. If you're shopping for a projector for smaller rooms or want to place the unit close to the screen or wall, consider the best short-throw projectors instead.
The Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2 is better than the Valerion VisionMaster Plus2. Both projectors have very wide color gamuts, are incredibly accurate following a calibration, and have gamer-friendly features like low input lag at 120Hz and 240Hz. However, the Pro 2 is notably brighter, is equipped with a motorized zoom, and has better contrast, especially in near-black scenes.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 is an upgrade over the NexiGo TriVision Ultra in nearly every category. The Valerion has better contrast, is much more accurate out of the box, supports 120Hz and 240Hz inputs, has more responsive input lag, and comes equipped with an OS (Google TV) for easier access to content. However, the NexiGo is brighter than the Plus2.
The JMGO N1S Ultimate and the Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 trade blows, so choosing between the two comes down to personal preferences. The Valerion is more accurate out of the box, features HDMI 2.1 inputs, accepts 120Hz and 240Hz signals, supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, and has more audio passthrough options. On the other hand, if you prioritize brightness, the JMGO has the edge, and it's also the quieter option at max brightness.
The Hisense C2 Ultra is an upgrade over the Valerion VisionMaster Plus2, though they share similar gamer-friendly features. Both projectors have 120Hz and 240Hz gaming capabilities and similar input lag across the board, so they should both satisfy most gamers. However, the Hisense takes the edge in terms of picture quality, and it's also more accurate out of the box. That said, the Valerion has an extra HDMI port for added connectivity.
We've independently bought and tested over 70 projectors, and we've published all the detailed results for each so you can decide which one to buy. These have all been tested under the same standardized methodology, allowing you to compare them side by side. We still have all these projects in our lab so we can continually go back and compare them to ensure our reviews are still accurate. All our test methodology is also public on our website, so you can validate the results yourself.
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The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 has very good brightness in its calibrated Filmmaker Mode. It's bright enough to look punchy on a 100-inch screen, and it can handle some ambient light without the image completely washing out. Brightness uniformity is also excellent, with no obvious hot spots or vignetting at the sides or corners.
White and color light output are also nearly identical, so saturated colors pop. However, using any of the other modes on this projector, except for 'Theater' mode, projects a brighter image where colors don't pop as much.
| Picture Mode | WLO | CLO |
|---|---|---|
| Filmmaker Mode RBE Reduction On | 1467 lm | 699 lm |
| Vivid | 1514 lm | 695 lm |
| Standard | 1665 lm | 780 lm |
| Sports | 1492 lm | 721 lm |
| Energy Saving | 1315 lm | 636 lm |
| PC/Game | 1515 lm | 733 lm |
| Theater | 1234 lm | 1249 lm |
This projector also has an RBE (Rainbow Effect) Reduction feature, though it does very little to eliminate perceived rainbow artifacts for those sensitive to it. If you're particularly sensitive to RBE, check out the Valerion VisionMaster Max, another model in the company's VisionMaster projector series that more effectively reduces RBE.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 has great contrast. Blacks are raised in near-black scenes with very small highlights, but otherwise, the image stays very punchy across most scenes. In bright scenes, the projector's contrast ranks among the best home theater projectors in its class.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 has an incredibly wide color gamut. It covers virtually the entire Rec. 709 color space used for SDR content, and even covers the large majority of the wider Rec. 2020 color space, though blues are slightly off the mark.
Out of the box, the Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 is decently accurate. Most colors are where they should be, except for whites, light cyans, and yellows, while its gamma is on track for most scenes, except very bright ones, which appear brighter than they should. That said, blues and reds are underrepresented across most shades of gray, particularly in darker ones, but greens are slightly overrepresented, keeping the color temperature mostly on target.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2's image accuracy is fantastic after calibration. In the projector's calibrated Filmmaker Mode, virtually all issues with the projector's white balance and color accuracy are addressed. The same is true of the projector's gamma; while there are very minor fluctuations in very dark or very bright scenes, most viewers won't notice.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 uses an RGB Triple Laser light source that's rated for over 25,000 hours. The projector isn't native 4k, as it uses pixel-shifting to create a higher-resolution image. While this results in an image that isn't as crisp as native 4k, it still looks better than a 1080p projector.
The SPD shows narrow blue, green, and peaks, which result in vivid and saturated primary colors that pop. However, the trade-off is that users may experience the occasional rainbow artifacts if they're sensitive to it. Unfortunately, the projector's 'RBE Reduction' feature does little to eliminate this.
The projector has a fixed 1.2:1 throw ratio with no optical zoom, so users should plan their setup accordingly. That said, it comes equipped with autofocus, auto screen alignment, smart object avoidance, and auto keystone correction for easy setup. To ensure the best image, we recommend placing the projector so you won't need to use the keystone.
It can project an image up to 300 inches, so be sure to check out our Throw Calculator to find the best screen size and distance based on your particular setup.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2's portability is subpar, and it's best suited as a home theater projector. It's fairly large and heavy, and it doesn't have a built-in battery, so it needs to stay plugged in when in use. That said, it comes with adjustable feet on the front and back of the unit, as well as auto focus and auto keystone for an easy and convenient setup, though we recommend setting up the projector in a way where using the keystone won't be needed to ensure the best image.
Finally, it has a built-in 24W speaker system and comes with a sturdy case if you do need to transport it.
The fan noise on this projector at maximum brightness is subdued. You'll hear a steady fan when the projector runs, but this noise is masked at normal listening levels, and you should barely hear it during quiet scenes.
The unit has two HDMI 2.1 ports plus one 2.0 port that supports eARC. It also has a USB 3.0 port, a USB 2.0 port, an audio jack, an S/PDIF port, and supports Bluetooth 5.2. It includes Wi-Fi 6E, but also has a 100Mbps Ethernet port if you want a stable wired connection.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2 outputs a proper pixel-shifted 4k image when Ultra Sharp Mode is enabled. If you turn off that option, the unit outputs a 1080p image when it receives a 4k input. By configuring the projector's HDMI formats, the projector also accepts signals for high-frame-rate gaming, including 4k @ 120Hz and 1080p at up to 240Hz.
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus2's input lag is decent overall in its Game Mode, and is responsive enough for playing fast-paced games at higher refresh rates. The projector gives PC gamers the option to drop to 1080p for 240Hz gaming, which provides even more responsive input lag for a more immersive gaming experience. Those looking to game at 60Hz can expect higher input lag, but it's still responsive enough for casual gaming.
For the best results, be sure to enable Enhanced Pro, DLP Turbo Mode, Instant Game Response, and High Refresh Rate Mode.
This projector has proper audio passthrough support, with eARC on its HDMI 2.0 port eARC port for sending audio from connected sources or the built-in Google TV apps to a soundbar/AVR. With passthrough enabled in the settings, it supports a wide range of formats, including multichannel LPCM and common Dolby/DTS bitstreams (up to object-based formats). It also includes an optical output for older setups.
This projector supports 3D playback, including the most common consumer formats like Frame Packing, Side-by-Side, Top-and-Bottom, and Left-and-Right Switch, and also has a '3D to 2D' toggle if someone in the room wants to stop watching in 3D.
- Power supply
- Remote control
- 2x AAA batteries
- Cleaning cloth
- User documentation
- Carrying case
The projector runs on Google TV and is cast-capable using AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Miracast, so you can stream your favorite content directly from the projector and via a phone or tablet. It also comes equipped with an integrated 2x12W speaker system.