Seklin Galaxy star projector review

The popularity of star projectors seems to have exploded in the last few years. There are hundreds of different models available, all ranging in quality and functionality.

If you look at a retail website like Amazon and you'll find star projectors ranging from less than $20 all the way up to $200. The Seklin Galaxy Projector is at the bottom end of that range, but we don't think this particular model will be earning a place on our best star projectors guide anytime soon.

It sports a funky design, which we think kids will love, but that's one of the only positives of this less-than-stellar star projector. It feels cheap, and its functionality is sub-par, largely thanks to a very narrow reach. There are many better projectors available for a similar price, like the Astronaut Starry Sky Star Projector.

Still, thanks to its on-body RGB lights, the Seklin Galaxy Projector does look rather different from other star projectors on the market, and its budget price means you won't mind too much if it doesn't truly impress.

Seklin Galaxy Projector: Design

• Plasticky finish
• Unique 'eyeball' design
• Has RGB lights on the body itself

The Seklin Galaxy Projector itself is spherical, with the projector looking like an 'eye' in the center of it. There isn't a built-in stand; instead, a separate plastic tripod is in the box, where the projector sits. The two don't attach, so you'll need to ensure it's placed somewhere sturdy to avoid it getting knocked off.

We're not overly keen on the build quality of the Galaxy Projector. It's very plasticky and feels cheap, but given its budget asking price, it's not that surprising. It at least has a unique design, and on either side of the projector's sphere, you'll find two wheels loaded with RGB lighting. It adds a fun touch, particularly if younger family members use this star projector.

Basic operation buttons are found on the back of the projector, and it also comes with a remote control that allows you to cycle through the lights and turn the laser stars on and off.

Seklin Galaxy Projector: Performance

• Very narrow projection
• Messy-looking projected images
• Cheap-looking stars

Turning the Seklin Galaxy Projector on for the first time, we were seriously underwhelmed with the projections it offered. It has a very narrow reach. Placed at table height, it gave us roughly a one-meter-wide projection. In a large room, it simply gets lost.

It's also not the most attractive projection: It's a little messy, resembling more of a circular explosion of ripples rather than an aurora. You can turn on stars, which make it look a little more like a space projection, but coming from a cheap green-colored laser, they're hardly realistic-looking.

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There's also limited control over what is projected. You cannot choose between individual colors, unlike other projectors, but you can cycle between a few different presets. You can at least adjust the brightness and the flow speed of each projection, which gives you some semblance of control.

Seklin Galaxy Projector: Functionality

• Basic remote control
• Buttons on the projector itself
• No Bluetooth speaker

You can control the Seklin Galaxy Projector either via the buttons on the back of the unit or by using the basic remote control. However, you'll need to supply your own batteries (2x AAA) and the options on the remote are limited.

Strangely, the Amazon listing for this projector states it has a built-in speaker. It doesn't. There's no Bluetooth functionality on the Seklin Galaxy Projector, at least not the model we had. This is a very rudimentary star projector with limited functionality, so be aware of that before you decide to buy.

Should you buy the Seklin Galaxy Projector?

The Seklin Galaxy Projector is very hard for us to recommend. It's cheaply made, and the projections it offers are both messy and too narrow to be truly enjoyed. Yes, it's one of the most inexpensive star projectors you can buy, but we think it's worth paying a little more to get something much better. The Jiawen Galaxy Projector Light can be picked up for a similar price and the difference in quality between the two is night and day.