Projector with Google TV on sale: WANBO Mozart 1 Pro doesn't cost much and has solid speakers

A home projector doesn’t have to be an expensive affair, but most cheaper models have a catch – weak brightness, missing smart features, or poor sound. WANBO Mozart 1 Pro (new) is currently on sale for 8,990 CZK instead of the original 9,990 CZK and offers a combination that is not a given at this price: full-fledged Google TV, decent brightness, and surprisingly good quality speakers.

Quick summary:
✅ Makes sense if you’re looking for a compact projector with Google TV for the bedroom, living room, or cottage – and don’t want to deal with external streaming devices.
⚠️ Consider if you have a very bright room without the possibility of darkening, or if you expect plug-and-play without any tuning.
💡 For 8,990 CZK, you get a projector with Widevine L1 license (Netflix and Disney+ in Full HD), automatic focus, and 20W speakers – something competitors often don’t offer at this price.

Why this projector is interesting

WANBO Mozart 1 Pro (new) targets people who want a home cinema without major investments and without the need to buy additional boxes. The projector has integrated Google TV based on Android TV 11, which means direct access to Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, YouTube, and thousands of other apps from Google Play. Crucially, it supports Widevine L1 license – so streaming services will play content in Full HD quality, not in degraded resolution like with cheaper projectors.

The brightness of 1200 ANSI lumens is solid for a home projector at this price. The manufacturer states that this is a 40% increase compared to the previous generation. In practice, this means that the image is usable even in daylight (with adequate shading), but you will naturally experience the full effect in the evening or in a darkened room.

Picture and sound: what to really expect

The native resolution is 1920 × 1080 px (Full HD) with support for online 4K content – the projector can decode a 4K stream and display it in native resolution. The LCD panel with 3000:1 contrast and HDR10 support offers decent colors, although users recommend turning off HDR directly in Google TV settings – apparently, in combination with Wanbo settings, the image looks better without it.

A surprise are the integrated 20W speakers with bass down to 20 Hz. For a projector in this price category, this is above standard – most competitors have speakers more for emergencies. Here, you can watch a movie without external sound, and the audio will be acceptable. For more demanding listening, we naturally recommend connecting a soundbar via Bluetooth 5.0 or a 3.5mm jack.

Smart features: automation that (mostly) works

The projector features the ASA 3.0 system, which includes automatic focus, automatic keystone correction, screen adaptation, and obstacle avoidance. In an ideal world, this means: you set up the projector, turn it on, and the image is straight and sharp. In practice, it works well, but not perfectly – several users mention that automatic correction sometimes needs to be fine-tuned manually with the remote.

A projection distance of 1.35 to 3.3 meters allows for an image diagonal of 55 to 120 inches. This offers enough flexibility for various rooms – from a small bedroom to a larger living room. The LED light source’s lifespan of 30,000 hours means that with three hours of daily viewing, the projector will last you over 27 years.

Practical aspects: ports, weight, what’s missing

On the body, you’ll find HDMI 2.0 (with low latency for gaming), USB-A, and a 3.5mm jack. Wirelessly, dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 + 5 GHz) and Bluetooth 5.0 are available. There’s also a built-in Chromecast for mobile mirroring and Google Assistant for voice control.

The weight of 3.3 kg is acceptable for moving between rooms, but one thing often surprises users: the projector does not have a classic 1/4″ tripod thread. If you don’t want it just on a table, you’ll need to buy an original stand (on Alza for a few hundred CZK) or an adapter. Some users also mention that the external power adapter is quite large – this is the trade-off for the compact dimensions of the projector itself.

What users say

On Alza, the WANBO Mozart 1 Pro (new) has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars (14 ratings) and 100% of customers recommend the product. They most often praise the image quality for the price, surprisingly good sound, and full support for streaming services thanks to Widevine L1.

Critical voices mainly appear regarding details. Several reviewers point out that image settings require manual fine-tuning – Google TV and Wanbo each have their own color settings that “clash” with each other. The solution is simple: turn off HDR in Google TV and possibly switch the interface from 4K to 1080p for a snappier system response. Some also mention that the fan gets louder after heating up and the noise level does not match the stated 32 dB – the projector is quiet for the first few minutes, but becomes noticeably louder after heating.

When it doesn’t make sense

If you have a very bright room without the possibility of darkening, 1200 ANSI lumens will not be enough for comfortable viewing in daylight. For such conditions, you would need a projector with significantly higher brightness (and a significantly higher price). Similarly, if you expect a hassle-free plug-and-play experience without any setup – with this projector, it’s worth dedicating 15 minutes to initial image fine-tuning.

For demanding gamers requiring minimal input lag and the highest possible refresh rate, this will also not be an ideal choice – while HDMI 2.0 supports low latency, it is still primarily a movie/streaming projector, not a gaming monitor.

Verdict: who it’s worth it for

For 8,990 CZK, you get a projector that offers above-average features in this price category: Google TV with Widevine L1, solid brightness of 1200 ANSI lumens, quality 20W speakers, and automatic focus. If you’re looking for a home cinema for the bedroom or living room and are willing to invest a few minutes in initial setup, this is an interesting choice with excellent ratings from real users.

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