Where they differ
| Specs | Elgato Key Light | Elgato Key Light Neo |
|---|---|---|
| Brightest output | 2,800 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Elgato Key Light reaches 2,800 lumens against 1,000 for Elgato Key Light Neo, by their makers’ figures. | ||
| Power | Mains, with the supply in the box | USB; a 3 A supply for full brightness |
| Power: Elgato Key Light runs on mains, with the supply in the box; Elgato Key Light Neo on USB; a 3 A supply for full brightness. | ||
| Control | App only | On the light or in the app |
| Elgato Key Light is controlled only from the app over Wi-Fi; Elgato Key Light Neo also has controls on the light. | ||
Where they are the same
- Mount in the box
- Yes
What else each needs
Elgato Key Light
Key Light
Control Center
- You need: Control Center. The maker lists this software for the device to work as described. It connects over Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n.
Elgato Key Light Neo
Key Light Neo
A 3 A USB power supply for full brightness
Control Center optional; onboard control available
- You need: A 3 A USB power supply for full brightness. It runs from USB, and the maker lists a 3 A external supply for full brightness.
- Optional: Control Center optional; onboard control available. The maker’s app adds settings; the device works without it. It connects over USB-C control; Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz.
Next step
Put either model into the setup builder to check it against your computer and the rest of your gear, or see all 9 side by side in Streaming lights compared. Plan your lighting before you go live.
Full profiles: Elgato Key Light and Elgato Key Light Neo.