The 2026 World Cup has already provided plenty of thrills, and the action is set to ramp up considerably over the coming weeks. One of the best ways to enjoy the World Cup (and football in general) is by watching it on a massive screen, and that's exactly what I've been doing over the course of the last year.
I've always used a laser projector in my bedroom, but in the last year, I switched out the UST model with a long-throw projector, and paired it with a 100-inch ALR panel. I used Valerion's VisionMaster Pro 2, and the projector is now going for $2,099. That in itself is a great choice if you need a laser projector, but there's another model that's even better: the VisionMaster Max.
As the name indicates, the VisionMaster Max is the best model in Valerion's laser projector range, and there's no question that it is the brightest projector I used. With a maximum brightness of 3,500 lumen, there are no issues using this projector in a brightly-lit room. The 4K projector delivers an image of up to an incredible 300 inches — double the size of most projectors in this range — and you get HDR, a low-latency gaming mode, and adjustable optical zoom. The best part? The VisionMaster Max just went down to $3,399, a $600 discount from its usual retail price.
✅Recommended if: You need a bright laser projector. The VisionMaster Max gets noticeably brighter than other long-throw projectors I tested, it is easy to set up and use, and it does a great job with Dolby Vision content.
❌Skip this deal if: You need a gimbal adjustment system. Models like the XGIMI Horizon 20 Max are easier to position on a nightstand adjust the angle, and it costs $2,199 right now.
The VisionMaster Max costs a decent chunk of cash, but look at it this way: the price is on par with what you'll be shelling out to attend a World Cup match in the U.S. At least this way, you're essentially bringing the stadium home, and the only problem you'll have to deal with is finding a wall to maximize the 300-inch projection distance.
I tested all Valerion and AWOL Vision models released over the last three years, and the VisionMaster Max is easily the best of the lot. The design is definitely bold, but that works in its favor. The projector is easy to set up, and while I would've liked a gimbal mechanism — it makes things easier while setting up — positioning the VisionMaster Max on a nightstand hasn't been an issue. You can also mount it on the ceiling if that's what you prefer.
Optical zoom is a good addition as well, as it takes out all the hassle involved in positioning the projector just right; now, you can just put it wherever you want in a room, and it adjusts the image accordingly.
Image quality is why you're shelling out this much cash, with the VisionMaster Max delivering bright visuals with excellent color rendition. HDR and Dolby Vision content in general shines, and it's well-suited for watching sports thanks to MEMC. The 4ms gaming mode is ideal if you want to connect the projector to the PS5 and play games on a much bigger screen.
If you're looking at getting a home theater, the VisionMaster Max is the best projector I tested recently. This is a high-end purchase at $3,399, but at least you're saving $600 from the usual retail price.
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