Elgato Stream Deck: A Non Streamer's Perspective

This also looks like it would be perfect for elderly people who EXTREMELY don't understand the internet. Family of theirs could set one of these up so all they have to do is tap a single button to bring up whatever video call app, a button that brings up a recipe book, or a button that launches a photo album. Stuff like that.

This is dope. I just ordered one and I'm so excited I did. Sounds like I'm going to enjoy using it for a lot more than just live streaming

The "mini-screens" are LCD not OLED by the way. OLED would have driven the price way, way higher.

This presenter is perfect, honest, straight to the point, fantastic Cinematography and editing

Finally. This is the 3rd of 4th video I saw before someone said it's a macro keyboard. So many annoying "creators" on YouTube trying to get past 10 min of video that they can't just quickly explain what the thing is. Thank you!

Nice video I finally understand what that thing actually is. So many people talk about it and it had always confused me. Now I see how streamers hide their screen and transition from different camera angles. Thanks

As a non streamer but “work from home guy, I found this the exact video I was looking for to justify a purchase. Well done!

The new XL version has a very sturdy stand (not adjustable) and a separate USB-C cable.

It's useful to everyone!!

In case y'all see this, Elgato Stream Deck software is available on the Play store and only cost $3 USD a month. All the same functionality, can use the XL board, and takes 3 years to reach the cost of the smallest physical stream deck. I use my tablet to switch my scenes and such during streams and have a collection of Macros for editing.

The Stream Deck is incredibly useful. My music teacher uses it to control his software so he doesn’t need to touch the keyboard or mouse often. But it is expensive. For those that can’t afford a Stream Deck, I’ve found the Touch Portal app to be a good alternative if you don’t mind getting into details and doing the nitty-gritty of setting it up from scratch yourself.

I bought one of these last week with the idea of using it for programming the buttons for flight sim key commands. Not only does it do that well, I've also set up profiles for my favourite historical wargames and my I.T./programming studies. Making custom icons is a piece of cake too. This is one of the best peripheral purchases I've ever made.

What a concise and useful report. No BS. Clear and fair assessment and suggestions. Thanks. I'd always wanted a system control panel for Startrek and similar games (arm / launch torpedoes, com PTT button, Sensor scan etc) since I bought them in the 80s - but the tech then had 8x8 or so resolution on programmable buttons and I'd have to write code to control and use them. This looks very cool for business and fun. I expect to see how it does with my DAW for music production. p.s. your knife looks scary sharp.

Great Video. I'm still struggling to find good uses for this device, even as a part-time streamer. The website links you show kind of make sense, but then again i always have my browser open anyways. The buttons to open folders and software is a pretty nice idea and saves at least a little bit of time

I use the stream deck in the live production industry (audio, video and lighting for speaking events and concerts) paired with the AMAZING open source stream deck software called companion. With companion and the stream deck, I can basically run a whole show by myself. It’s incredible. I can’t recommend this product enough.

Thank you! This is a question i have been asking myself for a while, purchased

Just watching this video after ordering the MK2, Sounds like Elgato listens to consumers and reviews as they seem to have implemented quite a few of the improvements you suggested e.g removable cable, more sturdy stand etc. Good job with the channel, watched lots of your RGB videos and always find them informative and professional 👍🏼

Thank you for doing this video. I send literally everyone to this video who wants to understand what a Stream Deck does.

Quality stuff man, i thought i was watching a channel with a budget of 400,00k subs. Keep it up, you earned my sub.

As a streamer, and mod in 22 channels, and variety gamer. I use the Stream Deck 2 for EVERYTHING, launching games, audio balancing (as per game to game varies)... A LOT! I use it for moderator tools on Twitch, I see when people go live, viewer count, I also got is set to see when my fav youtubers post something. And I use it for in game shortcuts. ABS, TCS, lights, brake bias, etc in racing sims. I am also currently setting it up for changing classes on cod. I must say though, I have programmed well over 300 buttons, and I have barely had a break since Sunday. (Currently 3:40 am Thursday...) BUT, in the long run, this will save me countless hours, 100% worth it!