Elgato
Elgato Wave XLR MK.2
A entry-level stream deck for PC and console players, leading with Stream Decks.
50/100
Stream Decks
£160best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 50/100
- Built for the job
- No touchscreen strip
- No wireless
Score profile
Scored against the stream decks classWhere the Elgato Wave XLR MK.2 wins and loses
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowElgato Wave XLR MK.2 vs Elgato Elgato XLR Dock MK.2
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| ElgatoElgato Wave XLR MK.2This page | ElgatoElgato XLR Dock MK.2 | |
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| Overall score | 50 /100 | 50 /100 |
Who it's for
Is the Elgato Wave XLR MK.2 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable stream deck for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need touchscreen strip, in which case a higher-tier stream deck is the better call.
Competitive player
Cares about latency, precision and feel.
okay
Everyday user
Work and play, wants a reliable all-rounder.
good
Budget buyer
Wants solid basics without overspending.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Elgato Wave XLR MK.2 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other stream decks, a entry-level result where the class average is around 48.
What stands out on the Elgato Wave XLR MK.2?
Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the stream decks class.
How does it compare to the Elgato Stream Deck +?
The Elgato Stream Deck + scores 55/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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