Razer Synapse vs Logitech G HUB

Razer Synapse9.3Visit Logitech G HUB9.2Visit

Higher score Razer Synapse #1 in Gaming Peripheral Software 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Razer Synapse

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

• Razer Synapse fits best

  Razer-device ecosystems and game-linked lighting

• Logitech G HUB fits best

  Cross-platform Logitech RGB and game profiles

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Side by side

Feature	Razer Synapse 9.3/10 Visit ↗	Logitech G HUB 9.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.3	9.2
Ranking	#1 in Gaming Peripheral Software	#2 in Gaming Peripheral Software
Best for	Razer-device ecosystems and game-linked lighting	Cross-platform Logitech RGB and game profiles
Pricing model	Free	Free
Starting price	Free plan	Free
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop	Desktop
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS	Windows, macOS
Integrations	4 integrations	2 integrations
Features Razer Synapse 0/3 · Logitech G HUB 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	Remaps controls, creates macros, and switches device profiles Synchronizes Chroma lighting across compatible devices and partner hardware Supports game-linked effects, addressable LEDs, and browser customization	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
Cons	Its main feature set is centered on compatible Razer devices Partner and game lighting depends on Chroma compatibility Profile migration is tied to Synapse 3 settings	Works with Logitech G hardware rather than peripherals from other brands LIGHTSYNC capabilities vary by device Desktop support is limited to Windows and macOS
Our verdict	Razer Synapse is desktop and web software for configuring compatible Razer gaming hardware. It is aimed at players who want one place to remap buttons and controls, create macros, adjust performance settings, manage profiles, and control… Read the review →	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 →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Razer Synapse — where it wins

  • Remaps controls, creates macros, and switches device profiles
  • Synchronizes Chroma lighting across compatible devices and partner hardware
  • Supports game-linked effects, addressable LEDs, and browser customization

  Where it doesn't

  • Its main feature set is centered on compatible Razer devices
  • Partner and game lighting depends on Chroma compatibility
  • Profile migration is tied to Synapse 3 settings

• 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

• Razer Synapse9.3/10 · Free plan

  A free control hub for remapping, macros, profiles, and Chroma lighting across Razer devices.

  Visit Razer SynapseFull verdict →
• 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 →