Katarzyna Petru
The German brand Metz has prepared an unusual alternative to mobile projectors. The latest model Metz 24MPE7002Z is a "portable" television with a 24-inch diagonal, equipped with a built-in battery, Google TV system, and a complete set of streaming applications. The manufacturer claims it is the perfect gear for trips, camping, or a weekend by the sea.
Small TV instead of a projector? Metz has an idea for that
The model offers a Full HD resolution – absolutely sufficient for such a compact screen – and a price that can shame many of the best portable projectors. Metz sees this TV as a device “to take anywhere”:
– for camping, as an evening screen for Netflix by the campfire,
– to the beach, so you don't miss your favourite series,
– as a second screen at home, which is easy to move from room to room.
Full smart TV, but without a tuner
24MPE7002Z operates on the Google TV platform and supports all key apps:
Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Disney+ and many more.
The TV does not have a tuner, so it does not receive terrestrial television – it is strictly streaming equipment.
Ready for outdoor use
Metz assures that the screen is bright enough to be used outdoors. This is aided by the matte, antireflective LED matrix, which minimizes sun glare.
Mobility is also good:
weight: 4 kg,
integrated carrying handle,
over 3 hours of battery life, which can be extended with a power bank/power station.
Sound from the front + Dolby Digital Plus
The audio is handled by a set of two 6-watt front speakers with Dolby Digital Plus support. Metz promises "exceptional quality", although of course, one shouldn't expect sound better than from a soundbar. Perfect for evening screenings outdoors – just right.
Price that beats projectors
Metz 24MPE7002Z costs only £299. This is significantly less than most portable projectors – and those cheaper than £299 have symbolic brightness, making them virtually unsuitable for daytime outdoor use. There’s also the need for an appropriate surface for projection or an additional screen.
Of course, a projector will provide a much larger image – typically from 80 to 120 inches, even in the cheapest models. However, Metz plays a different card: simplicity, mobility, and a ready-made image without messing around with projector settings.
