Should I buy the LG StanbyME Go or a portable projector?

Choosing between the LG StanbyME Go and a portable projector mostly comes down to how you want to watch and how much setup you’re willing to do.

• Pick the LG StanbyME Go if you want the easiest setup, a built-in 27-inch screen, and an all-in-one display you can use without needing a wall or separate screen. It’s a good fit when convenience matters and you want a more self-contained option for places like a patio, campsite, or a friend’s place.
• Pick a portable projector if your priority is the biggest image for the money and a more cinematic feel. Projectors can scale much larger than a 27-inch screen, but they usually work best in dark or dim spaces and often need a flat surface or a projection screen.

Simple rule:

• Fast setup and self-contained use → StanbyME Go
• Largest picture and movie-night feel → portable projector

If you’ll mostly watch in bright conditions, the StanbyME Go is generally the safer choice because it’s an actual display rather than a projected image. If you mostly watch at night and want a much larger picture, go with the projector.

One caveat: exact portability, brightness, and battery/runtime details can vary by projector model and by the StanbyME Go configuration, so it’s worth checking the official specs before buying.