- 8.40/10 1. Premium pick: J-Tech Digital Wireless HDMI Extender
- 8.40/10 2. Editors choice: PAKITE Wireless HDMI Extender
- 7.60/10 3. Best value: Diamond Multimedia VS50 Wireless HDMI Kit
- 7.60/10 4. Nyrius Aries Prime Wireless HDMI Transmitter and Receiver
- 7.40/10 5. IOGEAR Wireless Digital Kit
- 8.20/10 6. J-Tech Digital 1X2 Wireless HDMI Extender
- 8.00/10 7. ScreenBeam Actiontec MyWirelessTV2 Wireless HDMI Transmitter and Receiver
If you want to connect your computer to an external display, you need to run a wire to the receiving device from the PC. But as technology develops, it has now become possible to send high-resolution video data wirelessly.
So if you want to view your computer on a TV or a projector, you may now do so wirelessly. All you need is a wireless HDMI transmitter. But with all the options on the market, which one is the best?
Here are the best wireless HDMI transmitters for your home.
It can be challenging to build a clean entertainment setup. If you want to mount your 4K television on a wall and not have wires hanging, you must either use cord tidies or build a cable channel into your wall. So instead of running wires on your wall and spoiling its look, you can instead use the J-Tech Digital Wireless HDMI Extender.
This transmitter lets you enjoy 4K quality video at 30Hz on your display up to a distance of 100 feet. So even if you have a sprawling living room or your TV is in the kitchen, you can still enjoy watching. The small form factor of this device will allow you to mount and hide it behind your television easily.
It also utilizes zero-latency transmission technology, allowing you to plug your gaming consoles into it. You can now play games on your large television without needing to have cables strewn all over your living room wall. However, this wireless HDMI transmitter will not work through walls, so you will need to house it in the same space as your devices.
- Transmits 4K quality video at 30Hz
- Maximum range of up to 30m or 100ft
- Optional power source via microUSB
- Brand: J-Tech
- Connection: HDMI
- Platform Compatibility: 4K@30Hz up to 100 ft
- Remote Control: No
- Supports Dolby Digital and DTS Audio
- Zero-latency transmission
- Compatible with HDMI 1.4 and below
- Does not transmit through walls
When you want to enjoy a movie on your bedroom TV, but your entertainment system is in the living room, you have two choices. You either have to get it and place it in the bedroom TV physically, or you have to run a long wire between your living room and your bedroom. But there’s a third solution: use the PAKITE Wireless HDMI Extender. This device lets you connect your entertainment system to any display, wirelessly. More than that, it has a range of 656 feet with no obstructions. And if you’re setting it up indoors, it still has a range of about 65 feet—even through walls! The dual-antenna array and 5G technology this extender use ensure that you get a stable video signal. The PAKITE Wireless HDMI Extender has a built-in IR receiver, so you can remotely control the receiver where you’re watching. So if you want to enjoy your multimedia content across your home without having to run wires, this device will let you do that conveniently.
- Support up to 1080p Full HD video
- Transmission distance of up to 656ft or 200m
- Fast and reliable transmission
- Brand: PAKITE
- Connection: HDMI
- Platform Compatibility: 1080p@30Hz up to 656 ft
- Remote Control: Yes
- Virtually no interference with 5G signals
- Comes with a built-in IR receiver
- Easy configuration via WiFi connection
- Walls limit transmission distance to 65ft
The VS50 Wireless HDMI Kit has a small and portable form factor. This allows you to bring it around and plug it with just about any device. For example, if you’re in a hotel, you can simply plug the receiver in the back of the TV and then attach the transmitter to your laptop. You can then enjoy your computer’s content on a large TV screen while using it on the bed.
Both the transmitter and receiver are powered via USB. You don’t need an adapter and a wall outlet to make it work. Simply plug the HDMI dongle’s power supply cable into your laptop’s USB port, and you’re ready to go. This is the perfect wireless HDMI kit for those who are always on the go.
It uses anti-interference technology to ensure a continuous video feed. It also has little to no latency, giving you a smooth experience. And since it connects to just about any device, you can bring this around for use at work, too!
- Wirelessly streams video up to 30ft
- Uses 5GHz frequency to avoid interference
- Plugs directly to your HDMI port, no extra cables required
- Brand: Diamond Multimedia
- Connection: HDMI
- Platform Compatibility: 1080p@60Hz up to 30 ft
- Remote Control: No
- Portable and easy to bring around
- Powered via a microUSB cable
- Transmits 1080p Full HD video at 60Hz
- Not suitable for gaming
3D movies use up a lot more data and bandwidth than the standard Full HD videos. So if you want to enjoy your 3D content wirelessly, the Nyrius Aries Prime is an option to consider. Nyrius specifically designed it for that application and more.
This plug-and-play device can transmit uncompressed 1080p video with zero latency. That means you can see the content you play on it in real-time. This makes it suitable for use with computers and even gaming. It also has a maximum line-of-sight range of 30 feet, making it ideal for most living rooms.
Using a high-performance digital signal, it can send wireless video signals between rooms, too, although at a reduced range. The receiver has a small form factor making it fit naturally in your entertainment room. The transmitter is also portable and plugs directly into any HDMI port. This lets you use it with just about any device.
- Maximum line of sight range of 30 feet
- Streams uncompressed HD audio and video
- Zero latency for real time streaming
- Brand: Nyrius
- Connection: HDMI
- Platform Compatibility: 1080p up to 30 ft
- Remote Control: No
- Won't interfere with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Plug and play use straight from the box
- Small and light transmitter for use with laptops and other portable devices
- No remote control compatibility
The IOGEAR Wireless Digital Kit is great for sharing multimedia content. The transmitter has an HDMI passthrough, allowing you to connect your source directly to a primary display. The receiver can then receive the video signal so you could also watch it on a secondary TV. This is perfect if you want to mirror your living room television to the kitchen. The IOGEAR Wireless Digital Kit allows you to enjoy the movies and shows your family is watching while getting on with other tasks in the home. If you want to flip the channel, the included IR receiver will let you do that from where you’re watching. You can also connect to sources to this wireless kit simultaneously. So if you want to switch your wireless video from your streaming box to your gaming console, you no longer have to unplug one device to attach the other. You can now do it with the press of a button. Although this wireless HDMI transmitter is a little bulky, it's incredibly powerful and efficient.
- Streams Full HD video up to 100 feet away
- Powerful signal can penetrate through standard home walls
- Comes with HDMI passthrough for local viewing
- Brand: IOGEAR
- Connection: Dual HDMI
- Platform Compatibility: 1080p up to 100 ft
- Remote Control: Yes
- Included IR remote control
- Ultra-low latency of less than 1ms
- Connects to two sources simultaneously
- Large transmitter and receiver not ideal for portability
You need a more powerful HDMI transmitter to watch high-definition content if you have a large and sprawling home. The J-Tech 1X2 Wireless Extender will give you that with its outstanding 200-foot range. It’s so powerful that its range isn’t affected by interior fittings, drywall, and furniture.
These wireless HDMI transmitters can connect to two displays—one locally and one remotely. This makes it perfect for sharing or monitoring content. And because you can customize the wireless settings of these devices, you can run up to four sets simultaneously. You don’t need to worry about interference at all.
However, because of its power, this extender’s external case isn’t stylish. In fact, they’re designed to be mounted on walls for a permanent installation. This is the perfect wireless transmitter for those who have a fixed entertainment and television system.
- Ultra long 200-foot transmission range
- Customizable 5GHz frequency range avoids interference
- Low latency of less than 0.3 seconds
- Brand: J-Tech
- Connection: HDMI
- Platform Compatibility: 1080p@60Hz up to 200 ft
- Remote Control: Yes
- Transmits Full HD video up to 60Hz
- Built-in HDMI passthrough on transmitter
- One transmitter can connect to two receivers simultaneously
- Unstylish and square design
If you want a small and sleek HDMI transmitter, the MyWirelessTV2 will cover you. It’s small and compact but still looks like a modern device. You can connect your multimedia devices to this transmitter anywhere in your home and let your TV receive it. Its 150-foot range is more than enough for most homes, so you don’t have to worry whether it will work or not.
This transmitter’s signal is also powerful enough to transmit 5.1 surround sound, allowing you to make the most of your entertainment system. And since this has a built-in IR receiver, you can use your existing remote control from the receiving unit and have the transmitter send it to your device. The easy plug-and-play setup of this transmitter will get you up and watching in a matter of minutes.
For gamers or those who enjoy watching intense movies, there is very little latency using this wireless HDMI transmitter. The simple setup and HDMI passthrough make this a great option for any home.
- Transmits wireless HDMI signals to the receiver up to 150 feet away
- Can penetrate walls, floors, and ceilings
- Has a built-in passthrough IR receiver
- Brand: ScreenBeam
- Connection: HDMI
- Platform Compatibility: 1080p@60Hz up to 150 ft
- Remote Control: Yes
- Simple plug-and-play setup
- With HDMI passthrough for dual TV output
- Minimal lag through Super Low Latency technology
- No 5.1 surround sound passthrough on transmitter when the receiver is connected
FAQ
Q: Can an HDMI Signal Be Sent Wirelessly?
In the past, video data is too massive to be reliably sent wirelessly. However, as Wi-Fi and 5G technologies evolved, this has now become possible. Today, many wireless HDMI transmitters let you enjoy a video feed without being physically connected. They’re also fast enough that you can play games on them with near-zero latency.
Q: What’s the Highest Quality Video You Can Send Wirelessly?
Most common wireless HDMI transmitters can send Full HD 1080p video quality. However, as wireless technology develops, like new Wi-Fi protocols and 5G, you can expect higher quality video to be available.
As a matter of fact, some makers now offer 4K video quality transmission with their wireless HDMI extender. Maybe in a few more years, we can expect high-quality, high-refresh-rate video beamed wireless in our homes.
Q: Can I Enjoy Surround Sound With Wireless HDMI?
It depends on your transmitter, but it’s possible to enjoy surround sound with wireless HDMI. You have to ensure the wireless HDMI extender you’re getting supports 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound. But if it says on the label that it’s possible, then you can enjoy a fully immersive experience in your entertainment system.
