Rating of the best overhead projectors for 2022

Today, the abundance of children's toys and all kinds of technology make it easy to organize a fun and useful leisure time for a child.

One of the first places is occupied by devices for playing cartoons, because this is the best solution that will allow you to keep your baby busy for a long period of time.

Slideshow projectors, once popular, but still interesting for children, can become an alternative to smartphones, computers and tablets.

The review presents the best slide projectors in a different price range. From the article you will learn about their main characteristics, cost and functions.

What is a slide projector?

A slide projector (also known as a filmoscope, frame projector, slide projector) is a type of projection apparatus that demonstrates transparent media.

I use a frame projector, children develop:

• vision and memory;
• motor skills and imagination;
• movement coordination and attention.

Best Budget Overhead Projectors

Overhead projector PHOTON Winnie and his friends. Keychain with Ushastika projection

Color	grey
Personnel	1
Age	from 3 years
Material	plastic
Work	battery powered
The weight	135 g
Dimensions	4.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm
Brand	Photon
Produced	in Hong Kong
Price	166 rubles

The representative of overhead projectors from Foton also acts as a keychain. The gadget is made of gray plastic and comes in a cardboard box, the dimensions of which are 15 x 12 x 5 cm.

The key fob comes with 4 LR41 batteries.The model projects a good quality image on any surface, at a distance of 30 centimeters to 4 meters.

• high-quality projection;
• big weight;
• keychain use.

• not found.

Overhead projector BONDIBON flashlight

average price	177 rub.
Dimensions	21 x 14.5 x 3.5 cm
The weight	75 g
Brand	bondibon
Producing country	China
Child's age	from 3 years
Food	from 3 batteries LR41
Type of	film, educational
Personnel	24
Color	yellow-blue
Housing material	plastic

The body of the device is made of yellow-blue plastic. A branded frame projector can be used as a flashlight.

The kit contains:

• developing slide projector-flashlight;
• 3 batteries type LR41;
• 3 cassettes.

Cassettes contain colorful, informative information about birds, space and oceans. The information on each disc is presented on 8 consecutive slides.

To start the gadget, the disk should be inserted into the projector, before that, by sliding the bar on the case. The sharpness of the image is controlled by the lens.

• developing functions;
• sharpness adjustment;
• good build quality and pictures;
• 3 cassettes available.

• no.

Overhead projector Let's play together Points Fixies

average price	210 rub.
Age	for a child from 3 years old
Manufacturer	China
Box dimensions	22 x 5 x 18 cm
Housing material	plastic
Food	from batteries
The weight	25 g
Type of	film
Color	red

The children's filmoscope is intended for displaying film filmstrips. There are 5 projections and 6 slides.

The device is made in the form of glasses made of red plastic. While playing, the child not only enjoys his favorite characters from the cartoon, but also develops his imagination.

• 5 projections;
• filmoscope in the form of glasses.

• not detected.

Overhead projector PHOTON Winnie and his friends. Keychain with a projection Piglet

Manufacturer	Hong Kong
Age	from 3 years
Dimensions	16×10.5×3 cm
Weight	70 g
Storage temperature	-10 to +30
Food	from 4 batteries type LR41
average price	217 rubles
Color	pink
Brand	Photon
Housing material	plastic
Projection	1 frame

A miniature model from the Foton company combines the function of a keychain that can be hung on keys, a bag or a backpack, and the function of an overhead projector.

A high-quality, color projection of Piglet can be used on absolutely any surface.
The keychain is supplied in a cardboard box. The device is powered by 4 batteries type AG3 / LR41, with a nominal voltage of 1.5 V, which are included in the kit.

• compact dimensions;
• little weight;
• quality image;
• Possibility to use as a keychain.

• not detected.

Overhead projector PHOTON Cars. Keychain with Doc Hudson projection

Average cost (in rubles)	220
Color	blue
Weight (g)	135
Licensee	Disney
Dimensions (cm)	4.5 x 3.5 x 3.5
Material	plastic
Manufacturer, brand	China, Foton
Age	from 3 years
Power type	4 x LR41 batteries
Projection distance	from 30 cm to 4 m

Keychain projector shows one image - the cartoon character "Cars", Doc Hudson. The image is colored and of high enough quality. You can project on any object, at an accessible distance of 30-400 centimeters.

The set includes a keychain made of plastic and 4 batteries.

• high quality;
• low cost;
• compact dimensions.

• not found.

Overhead projector PHOTON Cars. Keychain with Sally's projection

Manufactured	in China
Brand	Photon
For kids	from 3 years
Dimensions	4.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm
The weight	25 g
Food	from batteries
Material	plastic
Color	blue
What is the price	221 rub.
Number of frames	1

The buyer will receive the goods in a cardboard box, where, in addition to the key fob, there are 4 batteries, type AG3 / LR41. Package dimensions: 17 x 11 x 4 cm.

The device is made of plastic, made in blue color. A color image is projected at a distance of 30 centimeters to 4 meters. Any object can be chosen as a surface.

• little weight;
• good quality.

• no.

The best overhead projectors at an average cost

Overhead projector PHOTON Collection Princess

Price	~ 295 rub.
Number of disks and frames	3; 24
Age	from 3 years
Type of	film
Eats	from 3 batteries, type LR44
Projection distance	from 30 cm to 3 m
Produced	in China
Brand	Photon
Package size	18 x 12 x 3
The weight	55 g
Color material	pink, plastic

The toy is suitable for fans of stories about princesses from the Disney studio. The set includes 3 discs with 8 frames each, where the child can watch fairy tales about Cinderella, Ariel and Snow White.

The image is projected at a distance of 30 centimeters to 3 meters, on any surface. Focus adjustment is provided by rotating the lens. Without discs, the device works like a normal flashlight.

The filmoscope is made of pink plastic and is powered by 3 batteries, which are also included.

• good value for money;
• focus adjustment.

• not detected.

Overhead projector PHOTON Cars. The best shots from the cartoon

Body color and material	Red Yellow; plastic
Cost (average)	302 rub.
Power type	batteries LR44
Where is produced	in China
Personnel	26 pieces
Options	7.5 x 6 x 2.7 cm
Projection distance	0.3 - 4 m
Minimum age	3 years

The projection flashlight is made of plastic in red and yellow colors. The miniature size makes it easy to take the device anywhere, just putting it in your pocket.

The model contains the best moments from parts 1 and 2 of the cartoon "Cars", which are placed on 26 frames. The resulting images are expressed in high quality, focus adjustment is provided.
The device is powered by 3 batteries that are included.

• good picture quality;
• the ability to adjust the sharpness.

• not found.

Overhead projector Simba camera Wissper

average price	355 rub.
Life time	1 year
Manufacturer	China
Minimum age of a child	3 years
Type of	film
Number of frames	24
Packing Options	20 x 3.5 x 15 cm
The weight	200 g
Body colors	pink, yellow, blue and orange

The projector for filmstrips is made of colorful plastic and imitates a camera in the form of a butterfly. This solution will definitely appeal to children, because they will be able to feel like real photographers.

The product comes with 3 interchangeable cassettes containing 24 slides about the adventures of Wissper, the little animal advocate.

A slot for a history disc and a button for switching slides are located at the top of the case.

• bright design;
• camera imitation.

• no.

Overhead projector PHOTON Smeshariki. Legend of the Golden Dragon. Barash

Price	420 rub.
Child's age	from 4 years
Food	from 2 batteries, type AAA
Type of	film
Personnel	24
Best before date	2 years
The weight	210 g
Dimensions	6 x 23 x 13 cm
Country of origin, brand	China, Foton (Russia)
Material	plastic
Color	yellow-violet
Projection Distance	from 0.3 to 4 meters

The slide projector is made of plastic in yellow-purple colors and is safe for children aged 4+.

In addition to the main function of a slide projector, the device also performs the function of a flashlight that will illuminate the path in the dark, and a night light. For use as a night light, legs are provided on which the device can be installed on a table or bedside table.

Included with the product are 2 AAA / LR03 batteries that power the slide projector, and 3 cassettes of 8 consecutive slides each, where color stories are recorded: “Saving the Lamb”, “Brilliant Invention” and “Native Tribe”.

To get started, you need to insert the cassette into a special slot located in the head of the case. Frames are switched using the lever located to the right of the connector. You can adjust the sharpness of frames by rotating the lens.

• high-quality frame projector with the function of a flashlight and a night lamp;
• the presence of legs;
• 3 stories included;
• focus adjustment;
• good price.

• not found.

Overhead projector Umka speaking

Brand, manufacturer	Russia, China
Age restrictions	missing
Frame	plastic
Colors	yellow Red
Dimensions	10.5 x 7.5 x 3.5 cm
Weight	170 g
Total Frames	48
Sound playback	supports
Food	from 3 AA batteries
average cost	750 rubles

Umka has 6 cassettes, 4 of which contain fairy tales (Turnip, Chicken Ryaba, Three Bears, Gingerbread Man), and 2 drawings of domestic and wild animals. Each cassette has 8 consecutive frames for a total of 48 frames.

The device has a built-in flashlight, which will eliminate the fear of the child while in a dark room. It is possible to adjust the focus - the lens is endowed with this function.

To view and listen to fairy tales, just insert the cassette into a special slot.

• built-in flashlight;
• the presence of sound;
• range of stories.

• the cassette may be hard to rotate.

The best overhead projectors at a high cost

Projector "Children's Tales"

The weight	180 g
Length x width x height	22.8 x 5.7 x 5.7 cm
average cost	1 547 rubles
Age	3 +
Production	China
Number of cassettes	4 things.
Power type	AAA batteries
Color	blue

Projector "Children's Tales" comes in a small package, which contains 4 cassettes and operating instructions.

The cassettes contain fairy tales known and loved by children: Cinderella, Pinocchio and Thumbelina.
To show fairy tales, you need to move the plug and insert the cassette. Frame change is performed by scrolling the cassette. Focus is adjusted by rotating the lens.

• quality assembly;
• simple control.

• not detected.

Overhead projector Firefly Mini

Price	~ 3 800 rub.
Dimensions (with stand)	21 x 9.5 x 24 cm
The weight	0.8 kg
Number of modes	3
Sound accompaniment	there is
Material	plastic
Producing country	China
Food	from 7 AA batteries
Age	0 +
Color	yellow Red

The popularity of this model lies in the presence of sound and wide functionality.

Together with the projector, the buyer will receive instructions and a stand. Filmstrips and batteries are sold separately.

On the body of the frame projector is:

• capacity for installation of a cartridge and an infrared sensor;
• slide transition and return buttons;
• volume up and down buttons;
• button to select 1 of 3 modes;
• carrying handle;
• a lens with a function to adjust the clarity of the projected image.

With the stand, you can tilt the projector up to 90 degrees and play sound from the built-in speaker.

Firefly Mini has 3 working modes:

1. Automatic - automatic reading and switching frames, as well as shutdown.
2. Manual - automatic reading, manual frame switching.
3. Manual mode without sound. It implies manual switching of frames and independent reading of fairy tales.

• good functionality;
• the presence of sound accompaniment.

• missing.

Overhead projector Firefly for children

Price, rub.)	~ 4 015
Child's age	since birth
Weight	540 g
Options	20 x 17 x 5 cm
Food	4 batteries type C
Image size	120 x 85 cm
Manufactured	in China
Film width, frame size	35 mm, 18 x 24 cm

The projector is suitable for viewing filmstrips, both old and new.

To view, you need to install the film in the slot located on the top panel and fix it. Frames are changed by scrolling the wheel, and turning the lens allows you to adjust the acceptable image quality.After viewing, just press the release button and the film will detach.

Additionally, the gadget is equipped with a tilt wheel and a carrying strap.
For the best picture quality, be sure to turn off the light and point the image at a white surface.

Manufacturers advise using the projector for no more than 1 hour, thereby extending its service life.

• good quality image;
• the presence of adjustable focus, tilt and carrying strap;
• reading old-style films.

• not detected.

Overhead projector Regio film

Material	metal, plastic
Body colors	grey, blue, cyan
Food:	from the network - 220 V
	from batteries - 4 pcs., type D
average price	RUB 6,990
Guarantee period	1 year
Age	3 +
Light source	LED 110 lumens
The weight	1 kg 440 g
Dimensions	24 x 21.5 x 6 cm
Manufacturer	China
Customer	Hungary
Image size	80 x 60 cm

The first thing you should pay attention to is that this slide projector is compatible with old films. This is an excellent opportunity to go back in time with your favorite stories and share them with your children.

To get started with Regio, you should:

1. Choose a place for an impromptu screen. It can be a white wall or a sheet.
2. Insert the film into a special slot located on the top of the case.
3. Fix the film with the wheel, which is located next to the connector.
4. Press the power button next to the lens.
5. Adjust focus.

The top panel also has a red button for quickly turning off the film, without the need to scroll it, and an operating status indicator.At the bottom of the case, under the lens, there is a leg for tilt adjustment.

The device works silently, the case does not heat up. A special hole is provided for heat dissipation.

The product comes complete with a network cable, instructions and 1 filmstrip as a gift.

• high quality;
• compatibility with old films;
• mains and battery powered.

• not detected.

Where can I buy the slide projectors presented in the review?

The children's filmoscopes presented in the review can be ordered online through the Yandex Market Internet site.

Conclusion

Your attention has been presented with a rating of high-quality overhead projectors, selected according to the positive opinion of buyers.

In order to avoid mistakes when choosing, carefully read the description of the product, customer reviews and consult with experts. Happy shopping!