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Elgato · PC accessories / webcam / dock

Elgato

Excellent8.5/10

Munich-founded creator-gear brand behind Stream Deck, capture cards and Key Lights, owned by Corsair since 2018.

Founded
2010
From
Germany
HQ
Munich, Germany
Owned by
Corsair (2018)
Made in
Mostly Asia (contract manufacturers)
www.elgato.com

PC accessories / webcam / dock

Good8.5/10Premium

Corsair-owned Elgato leads in streaming gear: its Stream Deck controllers, capture cards and Key Lights are the default recommendations for creators. Quality and software are strong, but prices are high and the range suits streamers more than office users.

Good at

  • Stream Deck is the standard streaming controller
  • 4K X and HD60 X capture cards widely recommended
  • Facecam webcams offer camera-style manual controls
  • Key Light and Wave mics round out a home studio

Weak at

  • Premium pricing across the range
  • Facecam webcams have no built-in mic
Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty
Stream DeckGame Capture 4K XHD60 XFacecamKey LightWave

Best for: Streamers and creators building a desk studio

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PC accessories / webcam / dock brands in New Zealand

Elgato is #1 of 7, best rated first.

#BrandRatingPriceDetails
1ElgatoGermany8.5/10GoodPremium
2LogitechSwitzerland8.5/10GoodMid-range
3AnkerChina8/10GoodMid-range
4UgreenChina8/10GoodBudget
5BelkinUnited States7/10GoodPremium
6SatechiUnited States7/10GoodPremium
7RazerSingapore7/10GoodPremium

Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.