ART TubeMix vs Elgato Stream Deck +

ART TubeMix vs Elgato Stream Deck + compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.

ART TubeMix
ART
ART TubeMix
$139.99
Elgato Stream Deck +
Elgato
Elgato Stream Deck +
$199.99

The Ruling

ART TubeMix or Elgato Stream Deck +? Too close to call — take the ART TubeMix.

On every spec the catalog holds for both of these, they match. With nothing to separate them on paper, $60 is the only real difference, and the ART TubeMix is the cheaper side of it.

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The Record

22 specs, grouped by area

Full specification comparison of ART TubeMix and Elgato Stream Deck +, grouped by area.
Specification
ART
ART TubeMix
Elgato
Elgato Stream Deck +
Audio ResolutionNot enough data
Sample Rateno datano data
Max Sample Rateno datano data
Bit Depthno datano data
PreampsNot enough data
Preamp Gainno datano data
ChannelsNot enough data
XLR Inputs2no data
XLR Outputsno datano data
MonitoringNot enough data
Headphone Outputs1no data
RoutingNot enough data
Fadersno datano data
Aux Sends2no data
Bus Outputsno datano data
USB Audio Channels2no data
Creator FeaturesNot enough data
Onboard EffectsNono data
Sound Padsno datano data
BluetoothNono data
Records to SD CardNono data
ConnectivityNot enough data
TRS Outputsno datano data
Connection Typexlr, trs, rcausb-c
PowerNot enough data
Phantom PowerYesno data
BuildNot enough data
Dimensionsno data140 x 138 x 110 mm
Weight2.5 kg465g
CompatibilityNot enough data
Operating Systemno datano data
Other specsNot enough data
Controlsno data8 customizable LCD keys, 4 dials, 1 touch strip

A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.

Bottom Line

Who each one is for

The ART TubeMix is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.

Our pick
ART TubeMix $139.99
Best ValueMost ConnectivityBest for Multi-mic

At $139.99, the ART TubeMix is the most affordable option — 30% less than the priciest pick. Offers the most spec advantages per dollar in this comparison.

  • + Exclusive connectivity: XLR, TRS, RCA
  • + Built-in phantom power for condenser microphones

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ Budget is your top priority — $60.00 less than the priciest option
  • ✓ You use a condenser microphone that needs phantom power

Best for value-focused buyers, complex setup builders, multi-person podcasts.

The alternative
Easiest Setup

At $199.99, the Elgato Stream Deck + is the priciest option — a premium pick if brand, build, or specific features matter to you. Fewer ports and inputs — plug in and go.

  • + Exclusive connectivity: USB-C
  • × Most expensive at $199.99

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ You want USB-C for a modern, reversible connector

Look elsewhere if

  • × You're on a tight budget — save $60.00 with a cheaper option

Best for beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between ART TubeMix and Elgato Stream Deck +?

The catalog does not hold enough overlapping specifications to separate ART TubeMix and Elgato Stream Deck +. Two audio mixers from ART and Elgato, each taking a different approach to channel count and routing flexibility.

Which is better for streaming, ART TubeMix or Elgato Stream Deck +?

Too close to call — take the ART TubeMix. On every spec the catalog holds for both of these, they match. With nothing to separate them on paper, $60 is the only real difference, and the ART TubeMix is the cheaper side of it.

Is the Elgato Stream Deck + worth the extra $60 over the ART TubeMix?

The Elgato Stream Deck + costs $199.99 against $139.99, a difference of $60. On the catalog's specifications it does not lead the ART TubeMix anywhere, so the premium buys brand, build or something the catalog does not record. Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.

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