A Closer Look

Out of the box, the MoGo 2 Pro does look quite similar to the original in shape but is just a tad larger overall. Besides the overall design, the MoGo 2 Pro is significantly different than the MoGo Pro+ though. Interestingly enough, XGIMI has done away with on-device controls, leaving only the power button. In other words, you now need to bring the remote for it everywhere or set up your mobile device to act as a remote.


Taking a first look at the exterior, XGIMI still employs their signature, single piece of vented metal to wrap around the front and sides of the unit. In the rear there is a plastic cover to join it all together. With the MoGo 2 Pro, XGIMI no longer partners with Harman/Kardon, as such there is none of their branding on the device itself. This is perfectly fine as most people won't really notice the difference anyway. On the upside, the two included 8 Watt speakers are still Dolby Audio certified.


Just like the original MoGo, the MoGo 2 Pro offers an automatic keystone function with a camera sensor located at the bottom of the front. In the very top, there is a black band that now holds a much larger lens assembly than the original version, but still employs the same size 0.23" DMD. Next to it is another camera that is used for autofocus.


In the rear, there is a vent for hot air to be exhausted by an internal fan. XGIMI has updated the I/O to essentially align with what both the Halo and MoGo series has, but replaced the power interface with a USB-C plug instead. This was on our wish list for these units, as it would allow a lot more flexibility and open the door to use an external battery pack for added portability. As such, it is great that the MoGo 2 Pro now offers this. The obvious downside is the fact that XGIMI did away with the battery with the MoGo 2 Pro, which feels like a big step in the wrong direction. Both the original Halo and MoGo series have built-in batteries, which to us, is a key component of portability. Odds are, you will not have a plug available when camping, so you will be forced to buy your own 65 Watt capable battery - and those are not cheap.


On the underside, there is a rubber ring, so you can firmly place the unit on a surface. However, XGIMI removed the built-in stand that the original Halo and MoGo series featured, which will make it a bit harder for you to really angle it the way you would want. With all the omissions of a battery and stand, the MoGo 2 Pro still clocks in at just under 1.1 kg, which is more than the MoGo, but less than the Halo.