Best Portable Monitors For Travel

Portable monitors can be fantastic travel companions when you’re on a business trip or like to be able to catch up on work and emails when you are traveling. In addition, you can connect them to your laptop to take advantage of having an extra monitor, extending the screen for when you need more display real estate.

However, there are plenty of makes and models out there, which can make choosing the right one for you quite a challenge. So, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best portable monitors out there. Read on for more information.

Portable Travel Monitors Reviews

Azropa 15.6” FHD HDR Portable Monitor

This 15.6” portable monitor from Azropa boasts full 1920 x 1080 resolution on an IPS screen that delivers a full 178° viewing angle to expand and improve your viewing experience on the road. It also happens to be one of the largest portable monitors out there.

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In addition to its high resolution, the Azropa portable monitor features a 1000:1 contrast ratio, 72% NTSC color gamut, and offers a highly vivid and accurate image quality. Its 16:9 screen proportion and 60Hz refresh rate provide a fantastic response time, allowing you to work quickly and efficiently. It also comes with a blue light filter to prevent your eyes from becoming fatigued during long work sessions.

The monitor comes with HDR rendering technology to show you truly vivid and beautiful images, provide higher contrast, a greater dynamic range, and to offer highly detailed images for an excellent viewing experience. In addition, you can switch the monitor’s orientation between landscape and portrait.

The 3 in 1 display mode features duplicate mode, second screen mode, and extended mode. You are able to adjust the volume, brightness, turn HDR off and on, turn Freesync off and on, and adjust even more settings quickly and easily.

The only major gripe we have with this portable monitor has to do with its magnetic case, which is made from PU leather. As a result, it tends to feel quite flimsy and cheap, and we don’t think it would do a great job of protecting the screen if dropped.

Pros

• High resolution and contrast
• 60Hz refresh rate
• Blue light filter
• HDR rendering technology

Cons

• Case feels flimsy

Lepow 15.6” Full HD Portable Monitor

As the name suggests, this Lepow portable monitor boasts full HD quality and even features an IPS eye care screen which is designed to ensure that your eyes do not feel sore or tired when using the screen for extended periods.

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The Lepow 15.6” portable monitor delivers a truly immersive viewing experience, allowing you to enjoy high-definition gaming and entertainment. The screen makes use of IPS eye protection technology to prevent your eyes from becoming fatigued after long periods of use, which is a feature not seen on many monitors these days.

The Mini HDMI and USB Type-C ports on the monitor make it more convenient to connect the device of your choice, like your laptop, PC, smartphone, tablet, and more. It is great for extending your working display real estate when you’re working on a business trip or gaming on a vacation.

Lepow has also added a smart screen protector and monitor cover to protect the monitor fully. The case is made from PU leather to offer excellent protection, and you can even fold the case into different positions to create a portable stand. You’ll also find a protective film that prevents the screen from becoming scratched.

The one issue that Lepow’s monitor has is that the display is quite dim, even on the highest brightness settings. This means that you might only be able to use it in dimmer rooms rather than in brighter areas or in sunlight.

Pros

• Immersive viewing experience
• IPS eye protection technology
• Convenience HDMI & USB ports
• Smart screen protector
• Protective screen film

Cons

• The display is quite dim

ASUS 15.6” 1080P Portable Monitor

There are three versions of this ASUS portable monitor available: one with a USB 3.0 port, one with a USB Type-C and Micro HDMI and a battery, and the WXGA model, which also comes with a USB Type-C port.

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This ASUS portable monitor features a full HD display powered by a single USB 3.0 cable for data transmission and power. It is one of the lightest and slimmest portable monitors in the world, with a beautiful metallic finish that completes the look.

It needs just one USB cable for both its video signal and to power it, delivering up to a full HD resolution for all of your viewing needs. In addition, the auto-rotating display that is bundled with the ASUS smart case features a two-way adjustable stand, as well as a protective sleeve to ensure that the display does not become damaged during transport.

The monitor is compatible with most PCs, laptops, and Android devices but is unfortunately not compatible with Apple products, like the Macbook or iPad. So, if you are an Apple user, you’re going to want to consider one of the other monitors on this list. The blue light filter on this display does exactly what it says on the box: reduces the amount of blue light projected from the monitor to mitigate strain on your eyes after extended periods of use.

The one problem we have with this monitor is its fragility. If you are a bit of a clumsy person, then we suggest picking up a more durable monitor, as the ASUS model can easily be broken.

Pros

• Full HD display
• Very light & portable
• Only one USB cable for power & data
• Two-way adjustable stand
• Blue light filter

Cons

• Fragile

AZROPA 13.3” Ultra Slim Portable Monitor

This monitor from AZROPA is by far the smallest portable monitor on this list, but we don’t consider that a downside at all. In fact, it’s the compact form factor that makes this monitor one of the best, as it is the perfect size for putting in your laptop bag when you’re traveling.

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This ultra-slim portable monitor from AZROPA is extremely easy to slip into your bag and carry around with you daily when you are traveling. Whether you’re on a business trip or are just on vacation, this is a great option to take along with you, and it is perfect as a secondary screen for your work or gaming.

The monitor comes with a magnetic smart case made from PU leather, providing it with great protection while also being able to be folded into a number of different positions to act as a stand and make viewing easier. In addition, it supports high-definition FHD resolution, as well as a high 1000:1 contrast ratio.

The HDMI port on this AZROPA monitor easily allows you to connect it to your devices, such as your tablet, laptop, smartphone, PC, and more, and delivers a stable connection with steady data transmission, so you don’t miss a frame.

The one problem that this monitor faces has to do with its thin form factor. Because it is so slim, it is not difficult to bend, and if you are not careful, you could end up bending the display and ruining it entirely. However, this can be avoided with a little extra caution.

Pros

• Very compact
• Easy to transport
• Magnetic smart case
• Case can be folded into a stand
• FHD resolution

Cons

• Easy to bend

Trio Mobile Pixels Max 14” Portable Monitor

Finally, to end off this list, we have the Trio Mobile Pixels portable monitor, which is the ideal option for attaching to your laptop to act as a second display. It’s perfect for business people on the go, thanks to its compact, but not overly small, nature.

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The blue light filter and brightness adjustment options on this portable monitor reduce your eye fatigue and allow you to work for longer periods. The monitor has been carefully optimized, so you don’t need to download or install any drivers in order to set it up and connect it to the device of your choice.

The Trio monitor is able to connect using both USB Type-C and USB Type-A ports, making it one of the more versatile models out there. Other than just using it for your laptop, the monitor is compatible with different mobile devices, like your smartphone or tablet, and can transform your Chrome OS laptop once the device has been connected.

It comes with several touch-sensitive buttons that you can use to adjust the volume, access settings, and more. Additionally, Trio’s flexible design allows you to work the way you want to – you can mount it to the left side or right side of your laptop and change from portrait to landscape orientation modes.

The only real gripe we have with this portable monitor is that its bezels are quite large. This isn’t a major problem, but it’s worth mentioning nonetheless.

Pros

• Brightness adjustment option
• Careful optimization
• No drivers required
• Touch-sensitive menu buttons
• Flexible design

Cons

• Large bezels

Conclusion

There you have it, folks, some of the best portable monitors for travel out there. These monitors can be fantastic accessories to take with you on vacations and business trips, so we highly recommend getting your hands on one.