A quiet, motorised 84-inch screen that hits a tempting all-time low

Yes — the WASJOYE 84" Motorized Projector Screen is worth buying if you want a ready-to-go motorised screen at £134.99 with a strong 4.4/5 rating from 343 reviews. It is especially appealing right now because the current price is the all-time lowest recorded, and that makes the value case much easier to justify than it would be at a higher tag.

First impressions: what you’re actually getting

At first glance, the appeal is straightforward: this is an 84-inch diagonal electric screen with a 16:9 format, designed for home cinema, office presentations, gaming, and even church or wedding use. The total screen size is around 213 × 145 cm, with a white display area of around 186 × 105 cm, so it is compact enough for a modest room while still giving you a proper cinematic rectangle rather than a makeshift wall image.

The listing also makes one thing clear: this is meant to be convenient. It arrives fully assembled, is described as plug-and-play ready, and includes both a long-distance RF remote and wall-mountable control. That combination matters because the biggest reason people buy a motorised screen over a manual pull-down model is ease: press a button, lower the screen, and the room transforms.

Is the motor system the main reason to buy it?

Yes, because the motor system is the feature that most clearly separates this screen from cheaper manual alternatives. The motor is described as energy efficient and quiet, with noise below 42 dB, which is important in a home theatre where fan noise, projector noise, and screen noise can all distract from the film. A quieter motor means the screen disappears into the setup instead of announcing itself every time you lower it.

The RF remote is another practical win. Radio frequency control is more forgiving than line-of-sight-only infrared remotes, so you do not need to be perfectly aimed at the unit. For a living room or media room, that is a genuine quality-of-life upgrade. The wall-mountable control is also useful if you want a fixed control point near the screen rather than hunting for the handset every time.

The only caution here is that motorised convenience comes with more complexity than a manual screen. You are paying for the motor, the control system, and the installation hardware, so this is not the budget route. If you simply need a basic screen for occasional use, a manual model can save a lot of money.

Is the picture surface good enough for movies and gaming?

The screen material looks well chosen for mixed use. WASJOYE uses a premium PVC matte white surface with a 1.2 gain and a 178-degree viewing angle. In practical terms, that means the screen is designed to give a broad, forgiving viewing area without forcing everyone to sit dead centre. That is especially helpful for family movie nights, game nights, and presentations where people are spread across a room.

The 1.2 gain is a sensible middle ground. It is not an ultra-bright specialty surface, but it should provide a little extra punch compared with a purely neutral low-gain screen, while still avoiding the hotspotting and narrow sweet spot that can ruin cheaper high-gain materials. The matte white finish is also aimed at reducing colour distortion and helping the image look clean and even.

WASJOYE also claims the surface is yellow-staining-free and wrinkling-resistant, which matters because screen material quality is often judged by how it holds up after repeated use. A screen that stays flat and clean will always look better than one that develops visible marks or waves. That said, the listing language is promotional, so the real test is long-term durability rather than the spec sheet alone.

Is the build quality worth the price?

At £134.99, the build quality needs to justify more than just the motor. The strongest sign in its favour is that it comes fully assembled and ready to install, which reduces the risk of a fiddly setup. It is also designed for both wall and ceiling mounting, which gives you flexibility depending on your room layout.

That said, there is a real trade-off here: at this price, you are not getting the same kind of premium rigid-frame construction or luxury finish you would expect from much more expensive cinema screens. The value lies in the convenience and functionality, not in exotic materials. For a screen intended for home, school, office, or event use, that is acceptable — but buyers expecting a flawless premium theatre product should temper their expectations.

How does it compare to cheaper alternatives?

The most direct comparison is with the Pyle 84-inch manual pull-down screen at £51.14, which is far cheaper and even slightly better rated at 4.5★. That Pyle model is the obvious option if your priority is saving money and you do not need motorised operation. It also has wall and ceiling mounting, so it covers the basics well.

Where the WASJOYE pulls ahead is convenience. Paying about £83.85 more gets you electric operation, RF remote control, and the appeal of a quieter, automated setup. For a dedicated movie room, that can absolutely be worth the extra spend. For a classroom, office, or occasional-use room, the manual Pyle screen may be the more rational purchase.

Compared with the Display4top 60-inch portable screen at £50.99, the WASJOYE is in a different class entirely. The Display4top is cheaper and portable, but it is much smaller at 60 inches and uses a 4:3 format, which is less ideal for modern films than the WASJOYE’s 16:9 layout. If you want a cinematic image rather than a presentation-first portable screen, the WASJOYE is the more appropriate tool.

Is it good value for money?

Yes, but only if you value the motorised experience. The price is £134.99, the list price is £135.99, and the savings are only 1%, so this is not a big-discount product. The value comes from the fact that the current price is the all-time lowest, which makes it easier to recommend now than at a higher price point.

The rating also helps the value argument: 4.4/5 from 343 reviews suggests that a large share of buyers feel the screen delivers on its promise. With 50+ bought last month, it also appears to be moving steadily rather than sitting ignored. That combination of recent demand, strong review volume, and a low price point makes it a credible buy for the right setup.

What should buyers watch out for?

The main warning is size and expectations. This is an 84-inch diagonal screen, so it is not a giant cinema panel. In a larger room, some buyers may wish they had gone bigger, especially if they are used to a more immersive projection setup. The listing’s white display area of around 186 × 105 cm is useful to know before you buy, because the total housing size is larger at around 213 × 145 cm.

Another caution is that motorised screens are only as good as the installation. Even with plug-and-play convenience, wall or ceiling mounting needs to be done properly for smooth operation and a flat image. If your room is awkwardly shaped or your mounting point is limited, a portable or manual alternative might be less hassle.

Final verdict on performance

For home cinema use, the WASJOYE 84-inch screen offers the right mix of practical size, broad viewing angle, 1.2 gain surface, and electric convenience. It is not the cheapest way to get a screen, but it is a well-judged way to get a cleaner, more polished setup than a manual pull-down model.

If you want a motorised screen for film nights, gaming, or multipurpose room use, this is a compelling option at £134.99 — especially because that is the all-time low. If you mainly want the lowest possible price, the cheaper Pyle manual screen is hard to ignore, but if you want the theatre feel of pressing a remote and watching the room transform, the WASJOYE earns its place.