Which screen is better for a bright living room?

The AWOL VISION C120 rejects ceiling light and absorbs about 95% of overhead lighting, which suits a living room with lights on. The Elite CineGrey 3D also rejects ambient light but has a narrower 90° viewing angle.

Can I use the AWOL screen with a standard throw projector?

No. The C120 is built for ultra short throw projectors. A standard throw projector needs a screen like the Elite CineGrey 3D.

Which has the brighter picture?

The Elite CineGrey 3D has 1.2 gain versus 0.6 on the AWOL C120. The AWOL screen trades brightness for stronger light rejection and a wider viewing angle.

Is the 120-inch AWOL worth it over the 100-inch Elite?

Only if you have a UST projector and want the extra 20 inches. If you have a standard throw projector, the Elite is the one that fits.

Which is easier to install?

The Elite weighs about 15 lbs versus 54 lbs for the AWOL, so it is easier to lift and hang. Both are fixed-frame wall mounts.

Does either screen support 3D?

The AWOL C120 lists active 3D support. The Elite listing does not mention 3D.

AWOL VISION Ambient Light Rejecting (ALR) Projector Screen for Ultra Short Throw(UST) Projector,120" Fixed Frame vs Elite Screens Sable Frame CineGrey 3D Ambient Light Rejecting Fixed Frame Projector Screen, 100-inch 16:9

Buy the AWOL VISION C120 if you have an ultra short throw projector and a room with ceiling lights you can't fully dim. Buy the Elite Screens Sable Frame CineGrey 3D if you have a standard throw projector and want a smaller, cheaper 100-inch screen. The two are built for different projector types, so the price gap matters less than the match.

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