Logitech G HUB vs Elgato Wave Link

Logitech G HUB9.2Visit Elgato Wave Link8.4Visit

Higher score Logitech G HUB #2 in Gaming Peripheral Software 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Logitech G HUB

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Elgato Wave Link #5 in Gaming Peripheral Software 8.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Elgato

• Logitech G HUB fits best

  Cross-platform Logitech RGB and game profiles

• Elgato Wave Link fits best

  Streamers needing advanced audio routing

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Side by side

Feature	Logitech G HUB 9.2/10 Visit ↗	Elgato Wave Link 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.2	8.4
Ranking	#2 in Gaming Peripheral Software	#5 in Gaming Peripheral Software
Best for	Cross-platform Logitech RGB and game profiles	Streamers needing advanced audio routing
Pricing model	Free	Free
Starting price	Free	Free
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Desktop	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS	Windows, macOS
Integrations	2 integrations	4 integrations
Features Logitech G HUB 0/3 · Elgato Wave Link 0/3
Macro support	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Button remapping	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Lighting control	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Specs
Desktop platforms	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Profile storage	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Supported device types	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Our review
Pros	Free LIGHTSYNC RGB customization with per-key programming Automatic game profiles, presets, and supported-device synchronization Firmware, power management, and device settings in one desktop app	Five independent output mixes with a visual routing matrix Supports VST3 and Audio Unit effects plus AI Voice Focus Stream Deck controls for volume, muting, effects, and mixes
Cons	Works with Logitech G hardware rather than peripherals from other brands LIGHTSYNC capabilities vary by device Desktop support is limited to Windows and macOS	Independent output mixes are limited to five Inputs top out at eight software and four hardware channels Windows and macOS use different plugin formats
Our verdict	Logitech G HUB is free desktop software for configuring Logitech G gaming mice, keyboards, headsets, speakers, webcams, and other supported devices. It is aimed at players who want centralized control over peripheral settings, RGB… Read the review →	Elgato Wave Link is free audio mixing and routing software for streamers, podcasters, gamers, and other creators. It works with microphones and audio interfaces recognized by Windows or macOS, including non-Elgato devices. Sources are… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Logitech G HUB — where it wins

  • Free LIGHTSYNC RGB customization with per-key programming
  • Automatic game profiles, presets, and supported-device synchronization
  • Firmware, power management, and device settings in one desktop app

  Where it doesn't

  • Works with Logitech G hardware rather than peripherals from other brands
  • LIGHTSYNC capabilities vary by device
  • Desktop support is limited to Windows and macOS

• Elgato Wave Link — where it wins

  • Five independent output mixes with a visual routing matrix
  • Supports VST3 and Audio Unit effects plus AI Voice Focus
  • Stream Deck controls for volume, muting, effects, and mixes

  Where it doesn't

  • Independent output mixes are limited to five
  • Inputs top out at eight software and four hardware channels
  • Windows and macOS use different plugin formats

• Logitech G HUB9.2/10 · Free plan

  A free desktop hub for cross-platform Logitech G lighting and peripheral profiles.

  Visit Logitech G HUBFull verdict →
• Elgato Wave Link8.4/10 · Free plan

  A free, flexible mixer for streamers who need layered routing and effect control.

  Visit ElgatoFull verdict →