Elgato · Lighting
Elgato Key Light
The go-to light for streaming
The panel you see in half of YouTube and Twitch: 2,800 lumens, 2900–7000 K color temperature, and Wi-Fi control from your computer or phone.
Best for: Streamers and YouTubers with a fixed desk who want the best key light without complications.
Editor rating
- Quality9
- Portability3
- Brightness10
- Ease of use8
- Versatility7
- Value6
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Specifications
| Type | Desk panel with pole |
|---|---|
| Power | 45 W |
| Brightness | 2,800 lm |
| Min. color temperature | 2900 K |
| Max. color temperature | 7000 K |
| CRI (color accuracy) | — |
| RGB color | No |
| App control | Yes |
| Power source | Wall power |
More manufacturer details
| LEDs | 160 OSRAM |
|---|---|
| Diffuser | Glare-free opal glass |
| Control | Wi-Fi: desktop app, mobile and Stream Deck |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Spec sources | help.elgato.com |
Our take
The Elgato Key Light has become the standard on streamer and YouTuber desks. It puts out 2,800 lumens — far more than a room needs — so you'll usually run it at 30–50% and never come up short, even at night.
Its strength is control: you adjust it over Wi-Fi from the desktop app, your phone or a Stream Deck, without touching the light. The opal glass diffuser spreads the light very evenly with no annoying glare on glasses.
The downsides: it's expensive, it plugs into the wall, and its roughly 1.5 m desk pole isn't travel gear. It's a light for a permanent setup.
Pros
- 2,800 lumens: plenty of light
- Full control via Wi-Fi and Stream Deck
- Very even, glare-free light
- 2900–7000 K range
Cons
- High price
- Not portable
- Needs a wall outlet
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