cocopar Portable Monitor 15.6 Inch 1080P Travel Monitor with Speaker HDMI USB-C External Display for Laptop MacBook Surface PC Xbox PS4/5, VESA Mountable, with Cover Stand

Very good product but expensive

As I am still mostly working from home, and I have an existing stand monitor, the primary purpose of getting this portable monitor is to provide additional screen real estate for days where I have to go to the office or cafe with my laptop. Otherwise, it will act as my third screen when wfh. Hence my main criteria are1. compatibility to both my PC and Macbook2. ease of travel, max of one power supply for BOTH my computer and monitorI'll start with the good stuff first:- delivery was fast, shipped from US to SG within 7 days- great packaging, the box came a little dented but everything else is in perfect condition. the monitor feels well-built and of premium quality- at 650g, it weighs lighter than my laptop which is great for portability. very slim- at 15.6 inches, the screen real estate definitely values add. the image quality is crisp- the magnetic sleeve acts as both protective cover and stand. Does not feel flimsy at all. it is detachable as well- no need to download a software driver, which is great for work laptops. connection to various devices is quite fast. idiot-proof to set up, and the screen is very responsive as well- as my laptop is already hooked up to my stand monitor- the user manual is very clear in instructions, but cos setting up of the monitor is quite intuitive there is not much need to refer to it. NOTE: the user manual is a bit hidden i only found it when it somehow fell out of the box.- brightness is adjustable, i work by the window with natural sunlight and the contents show up well on screenA few unexpected minor drawbacks, but I'm not too fussed about these:- once connected to my laptop, the audio automatically switch to play on the monitor (where volume is significantly softer)- the free screen protector sticker is a nice touch but super challenging to paste without air bubbles. I just live with the transparent bumpsThings to know before you buy:- no built-in battery means that when connected to handheld devices (ie phones/Nintendo switch) would need another cable to power supply- it is not touch screen, which is fine as that is not my main criteria, so when connected to a USB-C phone in DESKTOP mode it is a little inconvenient as the navigation on phone is visually different from what you see on the screen- USB-A to USB-C cannot be used for video transmission, so its just for charging to the main device or power outlet- some USB-C ports in devices like Surface Pro, OnePlus 6 doesn't support video output. best to check your phones to manage expectation- there is 3 years warranty; to register just email the customer service with Amazon order ID (tho not 100% sure the process will be like for non-US residents)You will need adapters for the following (however if you email the company they will ship to you for free):> old MacBook version with thunderbolt port( mini DisplayPort to HDMI)> any iphone- very prompt email reply by the customer service. bonus free upgraded accessory!Some thoughts:- in general portable monitors are about $100ish more expensive than stand monitors, with smaller screen real estate a tradeoff for its portability. hence was considering to buy either the (i) cheapest model on Amazon (ii) unknown brands from local ecommerce (iii) directly from China Taobao/Aliexpress or (iv) local second-hand. In the end was convinced by the great reviews here and decided to pay a bit more for this one. Highly recommended!

Dual monitor Cost I travel quite a bit and was looking for an option to have a decent size second monitor without having to lug my large monitor with stand from home. This was the perfect option for the price and quality. The 15.6in monitor is light weight and thinner than my laptop and fits in the computer bag nicely with the laptop and allows for a bigger screen for working. Easy set up at my travel locations and it comes with the needed cables to plug and play. Just used it while camping at the lake for Labor Day weekend. Next trip it will take a plane ride so I can work and have fun at the same time. Quality of the monitor is great, color is great. Purchased this after doing research and based on the rating score and reading reviews and it hasn't disappointed. I plan to get another monitor so that I can have 3 monitors while traveling. I would definitely recommend this monitor and I did tell a co-worker about, who then purchased it as well and loves it.

Perfect for someone needing an extra screen on the go! It was easy to set up, it turned right on after plugging it into my laptop (there is no power unless it’s plugged in, I didn’t realize this when purchasing, which is fine, but just making others aware).The monitor has a nice, crisp image. I would say the price for the product is very reasonable and worth it.Comes with all of the plug options that fit my laptop so no extra adapters were necessary.I just wish I had bought it sooner!

Recientemente adquirí esta pantalla portátil, y debo decir que ha sido una de las mejores inversiones que he hecho en mucho tiempo. Desde el primer momento, he quedado sorprendido por la durabilidad y versatilidad de este producto.La durabilidad es uno de los aspectos más importantes para mí, ya que viajo mucho y necesito un producto que resista el uso y desgaste del día a día. Esta pantalla portátil ha superado con creces mis expectativas en este sentido. El material de la carcasa es de alta calidad y resistente, lo que garantiza una larga vida útil y protección contra golpes y rasguños.En cuanto a la versatilidad, esta pantalla portátil es perfecta para adaptarse a diversas situaciones. La he utilizado en reuniones de trabajo, presentaciones, y también para disfrutar de películas y series en mis ratos libres. Además, es compatible con una amplia variedad de dispositivos, desde ordenadores portátiles hasta consolas de videojuegos, lo que me permite sacarle el máximo provecho en cualquier circunstancia.La calidad de imagen es excepcional, con colores vivos y un contraste sorprendente. La resolución es perfecta para disfrutar de todo tipo de contenido multimedia, y el tamaño de la pantalla es ideal para llevarla cómodamente en mi mochila sin ocupar mucho espacio.El proceso de instalación y configuración es muy sencillo, lo cual es un gran punto a favor. En pocos minutos, pude conectar mi portátil y comenzar a utilizar la pantalla sin complicaciones. Además, el soporte técnico es muy eficiente y siempre está dispuesto a ayudar en caso de dudas o problemas.En resumen, esta pantalla portátil ha sido una excelente adición a mi arsenal tecnológico. La durabilidad y versatilidad que ofrece son insuperables, y estoy convencido de que será de gran utilidad para cualquier usuario que necesite una solución práctica y eficiente para llevar una pantalla adicional a todas partes. ¡Muy recomendable!

I needed to buy two monitors for my mini pc setup, a 27" for the desktop and a travel size monitor. This was the monitor I chose for the travel size, 17" 1080p. It was really convenient for me to jump on the train for a long weekend. I just put the monitor in a Jansport backpack, along with the mini pc, keyboard, wireless mouse, and 2 cables. Worked freaking great, and more adaptable system than a laptop (for me).Reasons I chose this monitor: I am really pleased with the single cable functionality of the screen as I only ever need to bring 1 usb-c for the monitor. 1 bought a 10 foot cable so I can bring the monitor into bed and it works like a charm. I love that the monitor comes with its own hard case/stand envelope protector thing. I wanted no smaller than a 17" and liked the price for the size and 1080p specs on this one.I also looked at a portable 24" monitor that I ultimately decided against because, while 24" would be great while I am using it, my backpack would be stretched to carry it, and hence could take damage or limit me to a larger suitcase. I primarily use a bluetooth speaker but the speaker in this monitor is suprisingly clear and easy to hear in a quiet setting. Don't expect it to be real loud over other ambient noise though. It is really easy to access the brightness settings, third button down on the right edge. I change the setting from the lowest to the highest everyday since I start out in darkness and work into the morning. I think the lowest brightness setting is almost low enough, I wish it had one more dimmer, but it doesn't assault my retinas on the lowest brightness in dark mode.I am very pleased with the quality of this monitor. I am glad I purchased it and I would get another one if I ever needed to.

No estaba seguro de un monitor portátil, pero este monitor supero mis expectativas. La calidad del vídeo es muy buena, es muy portable, su diseño y acabados son elegantes, tiene un brillo suficiente incluso en espacios al aire libre soleados. Usando el cable USB tipo C no requiere de ningún otro cable (le da vídeo, audio y energía). Muy útil y muy práctico!

For the price, this has been a great monitor. It’s do thin and easy to transport between work and home. The display is huge and the picture is clearer than my OC and my Mac. Customer service was excellent. I’ve had it for two years now and recently lost the connection cable, and when I called the company to see what kind of cable I needed to purchase to replace it, they sent me a new one that came within two days! No charge. I highly recommend this monitor!

I’ve been really impressed with this 15.6” Cocopar monitor. It does exactly what it promises: plug in a single USB-C cable and you’re up and running with extra screen real estate. As a writer, it’s been fantastic to have Final Draft open on one screen and the internet on the other for research — makes my workflow so much smoother.The carrying case/stand was a little confusing at first, but once you figure it out, it’s actually clever and pretty sturdy. The monitor fits perfectly next to my 14” MacBook Pro in my bag, making it super portable without adding much bulk.Overall, it’s reliable, lightweight, and extremely convenient for travel or just working away from my desk. No real complaints — just solid performance. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a straightforward, portable second screen.

Initial Impressions and Technical HiccupsWhen I first received the Cocopar portable monitor, I was impressed with its build quality and eager to use it. While the Type-C connection worked flawlessly with my Apple devices, I ran into a persistent issue with my Surface laptop. It simply wouldn't connect.The Support ExperienceI reached out to Cocopar's support team for help. They were incredibly proactive and responsive, immediately sending me an upgrade kit and a new HDMI cable to try. Unfortunately, neither of these solved the problem. The support team then requested a video of the issue. This diagnostic step proved to be the key, as it revealed that the Type-C connection was not working with any Windows computers, not just my Surface.ResolutionOnce they understood the problem, Cocopar's support team acted swiftly and sent me a new, slightly different model. This replacement monitor works perfectly with all my devices. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the new model had an even better build quality, featuring a more compact and thinner cover that wraps neatly around the screen.Final Thoughts and RecommendationMy experience highlights Cocopar's commitment to customer satisfaction.Their support team was outstanding, proactive, easy to work with, and they went above and beyond to make sure I had a working product. I would highly recommend this monitor based on their exceptional service alone. The only minor critique I have is about the material of the cover. While it's durable and functional, I would have preferred a slightly different texture, perhaps something closer to a faux leather feel. However, this is a minor detail and doesn't detract from the overall positive experience.