Behringer FLOW 8 vs Mackie ProFX6v3+
Behringer FLOW 8 vs Mackie ProFX6v3+: Get the Behringer FLOW 8, narrowly. The Behringer FLOW 8 wins Channels and Routing, but only just, and the rest of...
The Ruling
Behringer FLOW 8 or Mackie ProFX6v3+? Get the Behringer FLOW 8, narrowly.
The Behringer FLOW 8 wins Channels and Routing — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is also the cheaper of the two, by $50.99.
Unless…
- You need audio resolution — get the Mackie ProFX6v3+.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | Behringer FLOW 8 | Mackie ProFX6v3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Resolution | 6.3/10 | 10/10 |
| Channels | 10/10 | 5/10 |
| Routing | 10/10 | 4/10 |
| Creator Features | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Value | 10/10 | 8/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
Behringer FLOW 8
Digital streaming mixer with app control, scene recall, and USB audio connectivity.
On paper the Behringer FLOW 8 takes USB audio channels (10, +6) and XLR inputs (4, +2). It gives up sample rate to the Mackie ProFX6v3+. It is the cheaper of the two, by $50.99.
Leads on
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USB Audio Channels +6104
More USB channels let your computer receive each source separately instead of one stereo mix.
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XLR Inputs +242
More XLR inputs mean you can connect more microphones at once.
Mackie ProFX6v3+
Creator mixer with Onyx preamps and USB interface features for streaming and recording.
On paper the Mackie ProFX6v3+ takes sample rate (192kHz, +144kHz). It gives up USB audio channels and XLR inputs to the Behringer FLOW 8. That costs $50.99 more than the Behringer FLOW 8.
Leads on
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Sample Rate +144kHz192kHz48kHz
Higher sample rate processing preserves audio fidelity through the mixer.
Where they’re identical
These 6 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Connection Type usb-c, xlr, trs
- Bit Depth 24-bit
- Phantom Power Yes
- Onboard Effects Yes
- Bluetooth Yes
- Records to SD Card No
The Record
22 specs, grouped by area
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 Behringer FLOW 8 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between Behringer FLOW 8 and Mackie ProFX6v3+?
The largest gap is sample rate, where the Mackie ProFX6v3+ leads — 192kHz against 48kHz. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 3 specs. They match on 6 specs, including connection type, bit depth and phantom power. Two audio mixers from Behringer and Mackie, each taking a different approach to channel count and routing flexibility.
Which is better for streaming, Behringer FLOW 8 or Mackie ProFX6v3+?
Get the Behringer FLOW 8, narrowly. The Behringer FLOW 8 wins Channels and Routing — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is also the cheaper of the two, by $50.99.
What do the Behringer FLOW 8 and Mackie ProFX6v3+ have in common?
Both share 6 specifications in the catalog, including connection type (usb-c, xlr, trs), bit depth (24-bit), phantom power (Yes) and onboard effects (Yes), among others. None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.
Is the Mackie ProFX6v3+ worth the extra $51 over the Behringer FLOW 8?
The Mackie ProFX6v3+ costs $249.99 against $199.00, a difference of $51. The premium buys sample rate (192kHz). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.