Customer Ratings & Reviews

This low-cost portable monitor by Acer is a great choice for those looking to get a bang for their buck. I work from home and travel for work, and occasionally, I do find myself wanting an extra monitor to create an easier workflow. After a couple of days of testing, I have found that this portable monitor is an excellent portable monitor for all your work needs. I was also able to use the monitor for entertainment purposes. (e.g., Movies, TV, Sports, etc.) In the box, you will get a 16” portable monitor, a mini-HDMI to HDMI cable, a USB-C to USB-C cable, and some documentation. You do get all the cables you need to connect this portable monitor to most or all of your devices. Unfortunately, there is one item missing that is stopping this portable monitor from being perfect. That is a protective sleeve or cover for the display. While you can get by placing the portable monitor into your bookbag, if you are someone like me who likes to carry random loose items in your bag, there is always the possibility of a random item scratching or damaging the display. I would’ve liked a cover/sleeve included, even if it adds about $10-$20 to the cost of this monitor. On the bright side, you can get a sleeve or a case on Amazon for less than $20. For this price, the portable monitor does have some great specs. You will get a vibrant and Full HD display with a 60Hz refresh rate. 60Hz is enough for most tasks, but if you plan to use this for gaming, be aware that 60Hz is not ideal for competitive gaming, but should be enough for the casual gamer. Movies, TV Shows, and sports all look great on this monitor. It does have a peak brightness of 250 nits, which makes pictures appear more vibrant. This Acer portable monitor also has an IPS display, which looks amazing at different angles. There is also a built-in speaker that does not get too loud and sounds decent. The OSD menu can be accessed with the buttons on the right side. The OSD menu on this portable monitor is like any OSD menu, where you can go in and tweak multiple settings, from brightness, contrast, color, etc. There are also different display modes available through the OSD menu, such as ECO, Graphics, Movie, Darkroom, etc. Overall, Acer hit a home run with this portable monitor. To start, this is a low-cost portable monitor with a wonderful display. Additionally, this is a great portable monitor for those who WFH or frequently travel due to the lightweight and slim design. I would have liked a case or front cover included to keep the monitor protected, but I understand the cost-saving decision that was made to keep the cost of this monitor low. This is an affordable portable monitor for what you are getting after all. Regardless, if you are looking for a portable monitor for your home or to take with you on the go, I certainly recommend you try this one out!

The Acer PM1 portable monitor is a good option for a budget-friendly display. While the monitor isn’t the brightest or sharpest display I’ve used, it does have many cool features that make it stand out from others. Inside the box you get the 16” portable monitor, a USB-C cable and an HDMI-to-HDMI mini cable. The display is very thin, at just a ¼ of an inch thick you will have to be careful traveling with it as it offers no protection case. The Monitor has a built-in kick stand that can fold up against the screen in either direction. It can also be mounted with the 2 screw holes located in the back. The stand is very sturdy and doesn’t have any problem holding the display in place. The display is a 1080x1200p resolution with a 60hz refresh rate. There are also 8 different preset picture modes that are buried in the settings menu under color options. It would have been nice if Acer would have made a preset button to toggle them, instead of having to surf through the menu. The display also has built-in speakers, they do sound very flat due to the lack of any bass but it’s nice to know you have them as an option. As far as the functionality of the display is concerned, it works well. It’s all powered by the USB-C port and powers on as soon as you connect it to a port. If you choose to use the HDMI cable, you will still need to use the USB-C to power it. The 60hz displays really shows especially if your source monitor is that of a higher refresh rate. The colors are good, especially when watching videos. Other tasks, the colors can look a little washed out at times, but nothing too bad. I use this as a monitor for my security cameras, and it works great! Overall, I like the Acer PM1 I found to be a great portable monitor for my personal uses. The monitor is very energy efficient and projects almost no heat at all. The portability makes it easy to set up and take down when needed. The fact that it includes built-in speakers is a bonus, even if they don’t sound that great. My only complaint would be that there is no carrying case to protect it when travelling. Aside from that, I would recommend this to anyone looking for a portable monitor.

For anyone who has to work or play from a laptop, no matter how large the screen is, you never seem to have enough real estate. You want more space but you also don't want to put one more item in your backpack or briefcase to weigh you down. The 16" Acer screen is really the answer to my problem. Starting with have a 16" viewing area, it is extremely light weight at just over a pound it weighs less that the power adapter for my laptop. The simplicity of this device is part of the beauty. There are two USB-C ports and one mini-HDMI port. If you plug the included USB-C cable into a compatible device, the panel comes on and is ready to go. If you use the mini HDMI connection you will need to provide power via the USB-C port and compatible USB-C ac plug. There is also a jack for headphone and sound is okay. Image quality and resolution is very good 60Hz and 1920x1200 resolution. Overall I am extremely happy with this monitor. If there was an area for improvement I would add a sleeve or case to put it in when transporting.

I have been wanting a portable monitor that acts as a second screen for duplicating/extending for awhile. I came across this Acer 16 incher monitor and I thought I would make this my first ever pick for a portable monitor. This one caught my attention for being from a brand name I recognize, it's the same size as my laptop screen. I know I wouldn't have been happy if I had to get a smaller monitor because I have come to love working/gaming on my 16" laptop screen. Now I have two screens to be productive on that are the same size. I'm glad I chose this one. The screen is beautiful. It is soooo lightweight. It works great with my laptop, all I had to do was just plug in the included USB-C cable from the monitor to the laptop's USB-C port and it powers the monitor. Everything I needed to set this monitor up and use it was included in the box. The monitor has a kickstand on the back of it, with the kickstand extended out, it shows the (2) USB-C ports and the Mini HDMI port along with the buttons to navigate the menu settings. If you plan to use this monitor without using the kickstand extended out, you wont be able to access the ports (keep that in mind but who is going to use it without using the kickstand?) Colors seem good to me, its not no OLED by any means, its a IPS LED Panel but its good enough, the speakers are very low, even with the volume turned all the way up to 100 on the screen but with how lightweight the monitor is, I imagine not much power could be put into the speakers without having to go the route of having to use a power adapter which I rather not as I like the one USB-C solution of power and screen delivery as the same time. Overall, I would definitely recommend this as I plan to use this as a extended monitor with my laptop for a long time to come and its from Acer as a highly reputable brand thats been around for years and its cheap and durable.

For as long as I can remember, I have had multiple monitors in just about every setup. When traveling for work or leisure, that tends to be a problem. You get so accustomed to having that secondary screen to compare, search, or whatever while you are doing something else. Well, enter the Acer PM161W 16” portable monitor to solve your dilemma. It won’t break the bank either. I’ve seen some other portable monitors and they serve the purpose, but come with some major flaws or lack quality. The Acer PM161W definitely has some quality behind it with some well thought out features. Some don’t come with a stand or have a flimsy folding piece of nonsense. This beaut comes with a stand built in that pulls out to the back. The stand also serves as a cover for your controls and inputs when not in use. As far as the inputs go, you have 2 USB-C and a mini HDMI. For the controls, you have a power button, a menu button, and rocker for volume (Yes, I said volume) and moving around in the menu area. There is also an audio out jack if you want to plug in some headphones. Now, let’s talk about performance. This is a portable monitor afterall. This isn’t a QHD or OLED gaming monitor, but it’s not bad at all. My first test was actually streaming some baseball on it. I was rather impressed with the WUXGA resolution and the FreeSync refresh rate. The innate refresh rate is listed as 60Hz, but I’ve seen standard monitors perform with less quality than this. I’ve also used this monitor to stream basketball, surf the web, look at Excel docs, and more. It’s definitely held its own. Now, let’s back up to the audio. I wasn’t ready for sound to come pouring out of this little gem, but there it was. I have to say that it was better than my laptop to some extent. It’s not going to rival your top setups, but it was crisp and clear. Overall, I am definitely impressed with the Acer PM161W 16” portable monitor. I will definitely be traveling with it for work and more. While the price is right, I would expect one more thing to be included…a cover. Even some of the lesser ones that you can find on the web have some sort of sleeve or cover to protect the screen. I will definitely be investing in that for this monitor. I want to keep it safe for all of the use I plan to get out of it.

This Acer portable monitor has a surprisingly crisp display, and is ultra portable. This is the first portable monitor, but have always wanted one due to how much I travel for work. The size is perfect, because it’s big enough to match my laptop, but slim enough to still fit into my laptop bag. When I first unboxed this monitor, I was surprised to see a standard plug-in monitor cable. However, after playing around a bit, I realized that I could also power the monitor and send video with a single USB-C cable from my laptop,. Technically, you could also power this with a portable battery, but USB-C really is the way to go. My biggest gripe is that this comes with no protective sleeve. I really expected this would have a light piece of fabric to enclose it in, keeping the screen free from scratches while traveling, but it doesn’t. The placement of the ports in relation to the stand could be a little better too, but the stand is actually pretty clever The stand has 2 positions where It can sit flush against the monitor, with the top position likely being for mounting it flush against the wall. The colors on the display are actually way better than I expected. It’s a flat IPS display, which is perfect for traveling. I often spend hours in the airport lounges, which are always well lit, and I struggle with glare issues on my laptop because of the glossy finish. The monitor is also remarkably lightweight… so lightweight I almost feel like I’m going to break it. My son thought this was my tablet, and I heard him running through the house, giggling, because he thought he had snatched my tablet and was going to sneak some games. I tried to explain to him that it was a monitor when he brought it back, but he kept saying it didn’t weigh enough to be a monitor. Overall, it’s a killer monitor if you are on a budget. It’s exactly what I’ve been looking for when traveling, I just wish it had a protective sleeve!

I really like this portable monitor. The screen is sharp and clear, with great color for an IPS panel. It’s lightweight and slim, which makes it easy to carry in a backpack for travel or working on the go. Setup is simple — just plug in via USB-C or HDMI and it works right away. The stand is sturdy enough for everyday use, and having multiple connection options (USB-C, HDMI, and audio out) makes it very versatile. It pairs perfectly with a laptop for dual-screen productivity or even with a game console for portable entertainment. Overall, a solid choice if you need an extra display that’s easy to use anywhere.

This is a decent option for a secondary monitor. I will say the connection however is finicky and you have to mess with it a couple times. Furthermore, I don't find the display consistent - sometimes it is clear other times it is not. But listen for a secondary display that is most likely going to be used for travel it's lightweight, the stand is durable not flimsy and the screen is optimized size wise.

The Acer 16" FreeSync compatible IPS portable monitor is pretty cool. Right out of the box I notice how light weight it is, thin and slimline it is, the matte finished screen and the little kickstand on the back. I do however wish that the screen was mountable to my existing laptop screen, that the kickstand had multiple angle settings and that a cover or sleeve was included. Those are my only gripes and why I removed one star. All in all, it's a nifty screen and gets the job done. I used the usb-c connection for quick use on my laptop. If your connecting to a device with hdmi or limited power in the usb-c, you will need to power the screen with a usb-c cable and good sized power supply. Just something to think about, depending on how you plan to use the monitor. I will definitely be using it for travel purposes since I normally run three monitors. Having the second monitor on the go will make life so much easier. Im curious now if I could buy another one and have my three screens on the go...

Monitor is portable, easy to carry, fits in your backpack with your laptop. Needed an extra monitor for work that is light weight and easy to set up. One C type connector will power and extend your desktop to the display for extra screen convenience. Has a handy kick stand. Worked well for me and I bought two screens for the extra screen space while working at a conference in my hotel room. I would recommend also buying a carry case or sleeve to protect it while traveling.

Lightweight, crisp display, and effortless setup. This portable monitor boosted my productivity on the go—perfect for travel, work, and multitasking anywhere.

I’ve been using the Acer PM161W as a second screen for travel and remote work, and it’s been a game-changer. The 16" WUXGA display is sharp and gives me extra vertical space, which is great for documents and multitasking. It’s lightweight, easy to set up with USB-C. Highly recommended for anyone who needs a portable, reliable monitor on the go.

I never write reviews, but this monitor is worthy! I have been using the monitory for about a month. It is so easy to transport and the quality is great! My husband has even decided he wants one instead of the bulky folding system he currently uses on the go.

This portable monitor is great. Very lightweight. I really like the longer USB-C cord than my prior monitor. The resolution is good, and the side buttons are easily accessible. I also really like the folding stand. I would highly recommend this portable monitor. Great deal!

Best thing for a mobile office if a second screen is a requirement. Wish it hsd a hard case for travel snd a right angle USB-C adaptor for portrait orientation. But with the low price, it may be explained. It has sound too. Hooked up my iPad mini for a bigger picture when playing Netflix.

Good clarity and picture. Lite weight and very user friendly. Plugged right in and started working great.

Good quality, can flip stand all the way back to use with an external stand to use vertically. Lightweight.

Had been looking into an external monitor for my laptop for quite sometime and had a good feeling about this one. Sturdy and beautiful build, lightweight, easy to set up and navigate. Also very excited to use this in the studio with my DVD player and Switch. So happy with this purchase.

This portable monitor has been very helpful for my work. Pros: 1. Very easy to connect 2. Good resolution 3. Lightweight and convenient to carry Cons: 1. The stand has a very limited range of angle adjustment 2. The monitor cannot be rotated for vertical (portrait) use, as the stand does not support it

This screen is very light and great quality for using as a second monitor with a laptop.