Quick Answer: Target’s projector aisle splits between Epson’s 1080p and 4K PRO-UHD lines and VANKYO’s budget-to-midrange lineup. The catch worth knowing before you buy: Target’s Epson Home Cinema 2350 — the 4K PRO-UHD flagship — is listed only as manufacturer-refurbished at $749.99, with no new-condition option on Target.com. The standard electronics return window is 30 days, but a Target Circle Card or Circle 360 membership stretches that to 120 days, a real perk Target structures differently than most big-box competitors.
Target’s projector selection looks straightforward until you compare it model-by-model against what’s sold new elsewhere. The name-brand Epson lineup is real, but the specific unit and its condition — new versus refurbished — change the math on what looks like a good deal. This guide breaks down what’s actually on Target’s shelves, at what price, and the return-window detail that can meaningfully change your return options depending on how you pay.
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By the numbers
- $749.99, refurbished only. Per Target’s own product listing, the Epson Home Cinema 2350 4K PRO-UHD is sold exclusively as manufacturer-refurbished — there’s no new unit listed on Target.com, unlike Walmart, which carries it new at around $999.
- 30 days standard, 120 with a Circle Card. Target’s return policy sets electronics returns at 30 days by default, but purchases made with a Target Circle Card or Circle 360 membership extend that to 120 days — a real, sourced difference from Walmart’s flat 30-day electronics rule.
- $59.99 for VANKYO’s cheapest current listing. The Leisure D30T Mini Wi-Fi Projector is marked down from $129.99 to $59.99 on Target.com, the lowest real price point in Target’s current projector lineup.
Target projector picks compared
| Model | Condition | Best for | Resolution | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epson Home Cinema 980 | New | Best new 1080p | Native 1080p | $749.99 | ★★★★☆ |
| Epson Home Cinema 2350 | Refurbished only | Best 4K PRO-UHD | 4K PRO-UHD | $749.99 | ★★★★½ |
| VANKYO Leisure 495W | New | Best budget native 1080p | Native 1080p | $179.99 | ★★★☆☆ |
| VANKYO V700 Neo | New | Best with Google TV | 1080p | $299.99 | ★★★★☆ |
1. Epson Home Cinema 980 — Best New 1080p
Epson Home Cinema 980 3LCD 1080p Projector
- Sold new on Target.com, not refurbished — a genuine current-condition Epson 3LCD unit rather than the reconditioned status attached to the 2350 below.
- 3LCD engine avoids the DLP rainbow-effect some buyers notice on single-chip projectors, a common Epson-lineup trade-off already covered on this site's [DLP vs LCD](/guides/dlp-vs-lcd-projector/) explainer.
- Currently discounted from its $849.99 list price to $749.99 per Target's own listing.
The 980 is the pick if a new-condition unit matters and 4K isn’t required — real native 1080p from a name brand, at a price that undercuts most 4K options on this list. For a broader look at Epson’s full lineup, see our best Epson projector guide.
2. Epson Home Cinema 2350 — Best 4K PRO-UHD (Refurbished)
Epson Home Cinema 2350 4K PRO-UHD
- Per Target's own product page, this listing is explicitly "Manufacturer Refurbished," graded "Excellent," with no new-condition alternative currently sold through Target.com.
- Same 4K PRO-UHD 3-chip 3LCD engine and built-in Android TV as the new unit sold elsewhere — this site's own [Walmart projector guide](/guides/projector-walmart/) covers the identical 2350 sold new at around $999.
- Still covered by Target's standard 30-day return window (120 days with a Circle Card), so the refurbished condition doesn't reduce return protection.
At $749.99, the refurbished 2350 undercuts the ~$999 new-unit price found at other retailers — a real discount, as long as “refurbished” is an acceptable condition for the purchase. Buyers who specifically want new-in-box should look elsewhere for this model; our best home theater projector pillar covers new-condition 4K alternatives.
3. VANKYO Leisure 495W — Best Budget Native 1080p
VANKYO Leisure 495W Native 1080P Projector
- A genuine native 1920x1080 panel at Target's sub-$200 price tier, distinct from VANKYO's 720p-with-"1080p-supported" budget models covered on this site's [VANKYO brand roundup](/best/best-vankyo-projector/).
- Sits between VANKYO's cheapest 720p portables ($59.99-$99.99 on Target's current lineup) and its Google TV-equipped V700 Neo below.
For a straightforward native-1080p pick under $200, the 495W avoids the resolution mix-ups this site has flagged repeatedly across budget projector brands. For more sub-$200 picks across brands, see our best projector under $200 roundup.
4. VANKYO V700 Neo — Best With Google TV
VANKYO V700 Neo 1080P with Google TV
- Adds built-in Google TV over the 495W's app-free setup — streaming apps run natively without a separate streaming stick.
- Target's top-tier VANKYO listing below its Vista T4 4K ultra-short-throw model, which runs $1,399.99 and sits well outside this budget-lineup comparison.
The V700 Neo is the pick for anyone who wants smart-TV convenience without stepping up to Epson’s price tier. For more smart-projector picks across brands, see our best smart projector guide.
How to shop the Target projector aisle
- Check the condition, not just the model name. Target’s Epson Home Cinema 2350 listing is refurbished-only — the same model number can mean a very different purchase depending on which retailer’s page it’s on.
- A Target Circle Card changes your return math. The standard 30-day electronics window stretches to 120 days with a Circle Card or Circle 360 membership, worth factoring in before assuming Target’s return coverage matches Walmart’s flat 30-day rule.
- Don’t expect onn at Target. onn is a Walmart-exclusive house brand; VANKYO fills the equivalent budget-tier role in Target’s own lineup.
- Compare refurbished pricing against new-unit prices elsewhere. The 2350’s $749.99 refurbished price beats the ~$999 new-unit price at other retailers, but only if refurbished condition is an acceptable trade-off.
The bottom line
For a new-condition name-brand 1080p projector, the Epson Home Cinema 980 at $749.99 is Target’s honest new-in-box option. For 4K PRO-UHD on a budget, the Epson Home Cinema 2350 at $749.99 is a real discount off its ~$999 new-unit price elsewhere — as long as manufacturer-refurbished works for the purchase. On the budget end, VANKYO’s Leisure 495W ($179.99) delivers genuine native 1080p, and the V700 Neo ($299.99) adds Google TV for anyone who wants streaming built in. Whichever you pick, remember the return-window detail: 30 days standard, 120 with a Target Circle Card — a longer clock than Best Buy gives, where the same Home Cinema 2350 sells new for more and returns get only 15 days; see our projector at Best Buy guide for the full comparison. For more budget picks across every brand, see our best budget projector and best projector under $500 guides.