Elgato Stream Deck XL – Advanced Studio Controller, 32 Macro Keys

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Should you buy it?

👍 Buy it if

• you want maximum control without switching pages

• you use many shortcuts across apps

• you stream, edit, or multitask heavily

• you already considered MK.2 but need more keys

👎 Skip it if

• you won’t fully use all 32 keys

• you want something compact

• you’re a casual user

Voltger Score: 9.0 / 10

  Our verdict:  Worth  

The problem

Your workflow is slow because:

• too many shortcuts to remember

• constant switching between apps

• repetitive actions (editing, streaming, etc.)

With normal Stream Deck (15 keys):

• you run out of buttons

• you start using folders/pages

• workflow becomes slower again

For power users, this becomes annoying fast.

What it actually does

The XL version fixes that problem:

👉 32 customizable LCD keys (8×4 grid)

That means:

• more shortcuts visible at once

• fewer folders/pages

• faster access to everything

Same core functionality:

• macros

• app control (OBS, Adobe, etc.)

• multi-action workflows

• plugin ecosystem

Our experience (realistic expectations)

What actually feels great

• everything is visible at once (huge difference)
• almost no need to switch pages
• perfect for multi-app workflows
• extremely satisfying for power users
• feels like a “control center”

This is where XL wins:

👉 speed + clarity

What people don’t tell you

⚠️ Overkill for many users

• 32 keys is a lot

• if you don’t need them → wasted space

⚠️ Desk space

• noticeably bigger than MK.2

• not ideal for minimal setups

Final verdict

This is basically:

Stream Deck unlocked

If MK.2 feels limiting → this is the upgrade.

If MK.2 is already enough → you don’t need it.

⭐ Worth it — for serious creators and advanced workflows

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