Wireless presentation systems have seen significant growth over the last few years, and according to Futuresource, entry-level models costing under $1000 make up over half of all wireless presentation solutions sold. While products like Chromecast and Apple TV were designed for the home, both the BenQ InstaShow and Kramer Via Go are popular wireless collaboration systems designed for both enterprise collaboration or shared educational meeting spaces. This article looks at how these two systems handle typical notebook use in small to medium-sized meeting rooms and huddle spaces.

These two systems use different methods to create a wireless collaboration environment. The Kramer Via Go uses a special software application that is loaded onto the presenter’s notebook and uses the corporate WiFi network to transmit the signal to the Via Go hub connected to the projector or flat panel. The BenQ InstaShow uses a physical transmitter button that plugs into the notebook’s HDMI or USB-C port that wirelessly transmits to a receiver that is connected projector or flat panel display. While both types of systems have been on the market for a few years, the majority of corporate meeting rooms use button type wireless displays.

To compare these systems, let us look at three major areas important to both the IT staff and meeting room users.

• How easy are these systems to set up and install?
• How easy is it for visitors to use?
• How does each system address security concerns?
• Unique advantages of each system

Because of the difference in design architecture, both systems have some nice features that you may want to consider in your decision.

While the BenQ InstaShow WDC-10 has a higher MSRP than the Kramer VIA Go, it does have a number of advantages. The BenQ InstaShow delivers a wireless presentation system that is easy to install and setup without IT support and enables a visitor to start presenting in just seconds – without any software hassles.

The advanced encryption and other security features of both the VIA Go and InstaShow protect visitors and companies from unauthorized internal or external recording of sensitive presentations. With its button design and holder, the InstaShow also has won both the iF Design and Good Design awards for beauty and functionality, demonstrating that it not only works well, but it will also add style and class to your meeting space. Bottom Line - both systems are solid choices for a commercial meeting room or huddle space, but if you have concerns on software or are looking to minimize the impact on your network, you will want to take a close look at the BenQ InstaShow.