Is the Epson LS800 worth it for a living room?

The Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS800 is usually worth it for a living room if you want a giant image and your room has some ambient light.

Typical new price: about $2,500–$3,500 for the projector alone. If you add a proper UST ALR screen, a realistic total is often $3,200–$5,500+ depending on screen size and quality.

For comparison, a Formovie Theater often lands around $2,300–$3,200 new, while a 98-inch mini-LED TV is commonly about $2,000–$4,500+ depending on brand and sales.

For a living room, the LS800 makes the most sense if you want 100–120+ inches, good daytime performance, and a console-friendly ultra-short-throw setup. It is less compelling if you care most about deep blacks, movie-night contrast, or lowest total cost, because the screen can add a big chunk to the budget.

Short caveat: prices move a lot, so check sold/completed listings and current retail before buying.