Logitech

Blue Yeti USB Microphone

A solid mid-range usb microphone for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with Condenser.

60/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
CondenserCardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional, StereoBlack plasticBlue VO!CE
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Why we rate it

  • Stand included
  • Headphone monitoring
  • Zero-latency monitoring
  • No usb-c
  • No xlr output
Score profile

Where the Blue Yeti USB Microphone wins and loses

Scored against the usb microphones class
CapsuleConnectivitySoftware848484
Capsule and design
84
Connectivity and controls
84
Software and compatibility
84
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Audio

Polar pattern optionsCardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional, Stereo

Capsule and design

TypeCondenser
Body materialBlack plastic
Stand includedYes

Connectivity and controls

Headphone monitoringYes
Zero-latency monitoringYes
Mute buttonYes
Gain knob on micYes

Software and compatibility

WindowsYes
macOSYes
Companion softwareBlue VO!CE

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Head to head

Blue Yeti USB Microphone vs Logitech Logitech Blue Yeti USB Microphone

Highlighted cell = better in that row
CapsuleConnectivitySoftware
Blue Yeti USB MicrophoneLogitech Blue Yeti USB Microphone
 LogitechBlue Yeti USB MicrophoneThis pageLogitechLogitech Blue Yeti USB Microphone
Overall score60 /10060 /100
TypeCondenserCondenser
Who it's for

Is the Blue Yeti USB Microphone right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable usb microphone for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need usb-c, in which case a higher-tier usb microphone is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Blue Yeti USB Microphone worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 60/100 against other usb microphones, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 54.

What stands out on the Blue Yeti USB Microphone?

Its stand included stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Elgato Wave:3 MK.2?

The Elgato Wave:3 MK.2 scores 61/100 versus this one at 60/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.