If you're a Twitch streamer, you're bound to reap the benefits of investing in your own Stream Deck. With it, you can better interact with your followers and upscale the quality of your live streams, by using the near-endless customization options available.

With programmable keys you can assign multiple functions, you can change scenes, switch camera feeds, send Tweets, and adjust your audio all with a simple button press.

Here are the best Stream Decks for Twitch.

Our Favorite Stream Decks for Broadcasting on Twitch in 2023

When it comes to live content production, the Elgato Stream Deck XL is probably the very best there is right now. With a massive 32 fully customizable LCD keys, you can set more one-touch commands than ever before. The Stream Deck XL makes it easy to drag and drop actions onto each key, or even set up keys as folders if you need to assign even more actions.

With the Stream Deck XL, you can set multiple actions to one single key. Launch your intro scene, Tweet that you’re about to go live, and post a welcome message to the chat; all with a single button press. And with more integrations than ever before, it’s even easier to reach your audience across multiple platforms.

Time-saving integrations with the likes of Twitch, YouTube, Twitter, Discord, Spotify, and many more give you an unparalleled level of control over your stream. Keep your content looking fresh, and keep your audience hooked by boosting your production values and taking advantage of the live editing tools at your disposal here.

You can even program your Stream Deck XL to automatically switch between key layouts for you, with unlimited smart profiles. Perfect for recording promos or editing content once your live stream has ended. And with super simple on-the-fly live editing, you can switch camera feeds, launch media, adjust the lighting, play soundbites, and so on, effortlessly. Say hello to your new best friend for live streaming.

Probably the best of the current competition, the Loupedeck Live is an impressive custom console for live streaming, that’s certainly well worth considering. There are plenty of native integrations here with the likes of Twitch, Streamlabs, and Spotify, which all have ready-made profiles to help you get started.

The Loupedeck Live is compatible with any software and can be used to create custom profiles with your own shortcuts and macros. Both organization and customization here are easily sorted. Switch between applications and create unlimited profiles, organize tools into pages and workspaces, and assign actions with a simple drag and drop.

For streamers, multiple actions can be assigned to a single button press, meaning your output stays fluid and dynamic. You can create Twitch clips, send chat messages and run commercials all with a single tap of a button. And with customizable touch buttons, haptic analog dials, LED backlighting, and more, there are plenty of features here to excite.

The Loupedeck Live is an intuitive piece of kit that offers enhanced tactile control over your content and can certainly give other stream decks a run for their money.

The Stream Deck Mini comes with six macro keys which can all be fully customized to allow you to control your software with a single button tap. And depending on how you choose to customize your button setup, you can either trigger multiple actions simultaneously or sequentially with timed intervals.

You can create unique key configurations for different apps by setting up smart profiles and easily switch between them on the fly. And integrations with your favorite platforms mean you can enjoy time-saving benefits while live streaming. Employ GIFs, soundbites, images, and videos instantly to enhance your on-screen content, without breaking a sweat.

Naturally, the scope of the Stream Deck Mini is smaller than (for the sake of argument) the Stream Deck XL. However, with the ability to instantly switch scenes, launch media, and adjust audio at the press of a button, you may find that there’s more than enough functionality here for your own purposes.

Offering a bit of extra competition is the Razer Stream Controller. It’s kitted out with 12 haptic switchblade keys, six tactile analog dials, and eight programmable buttons. It allows for instant setup, with plugins, profiles, and icon packs for streaming and editing.

Use the switchblade keys to bind commands and macros and customize their icons for easy visual navigation. The analog dials can be used to tweak all your audio and media levels, and the eight buttons can be programmed to allow you to toggle between up to eight different haptic key layouts.

Multi-task with the Razer Stream Controller by grouping commands into dedicated layouts and using the dynamic mode to auto-switch your profile, depending on what app you’re using. And you’ll find integrated support for Twitch, Discord, Spotify, Streamlabs, and plenty more.

The sticking point here is the price, which may potentially turn some buyers off. It’s priced very similarly to the Elgato Stream Deck XL, and you may argue that the latter offers more in terms of its functionality. However, as a stream controller in its own right, the Razer Stream Controller looks and feels nice, and provides everything you need to take your live streams to the next level.

The Stream Deck MK2 sits somewhere between the Stream Deck XL and the Mini in terms of what it offers, and in terms of the price. As such, it’s a good compromise between both if you’re looking to save a bit of money but want the benefit of additional features not provided by the mini.

There are 15 fully customizable LCD keys here, each of which can be programmed to control your apps and tools as you see fit. Hotkey actions let you apply macros to your keys and multiple actions can be triggered simultaneously or intermittently. From sound effects to audio clips to signature graphics, it can all be assigned with ease and deployed at will.

Integrations with your favorite platforms mean live stream editing is streamlined and simple. Choose from thousands of royalty-free tracks and sound effects to boost your content and keep your subscribers coming back for more. And 12GB of memory means there’s plenty of space to store all your custom settings. The best Stream Deck alternative to the XL.

For a few dollars less than the MK2, you can get your hands on the Stream Deck Classic. It also features 15 LCD keys, all of which can of course be fully customized. Trigger chain reactions with multiple actions assigned to each key and engage with your audience more easily and directly.

As with the MK2, you can set up multiple smart profiles that each relate to specific apps, and then switch between them instantly during streams. And multi-actions can be triggered at the same time, or in sequence, depending on your preference.

So, what’s the difference between them? Principally, the functions remain the same, but the MK2 offers up interchangeable faceplates, a detachable 45-degree mounting stand, and a USB Type-C port. Plus, the MK2 has a marginally slimmer design. But if you can live without these largely cosmetic upgrades, then the Classic makes an excellent choice for a live-stream editing suite.

During our review of the Loupedeck Live S, we were impressed with its easy setup and simple, intuitive controls. This stripped-back version of the Loupedeck Live features 15 touch buttons, two analog dials, and four RGB buttons, which act as shortcuts to separate user profiles.

This compact unit features native support for Twitch as well as other streaming tools like OBS, Steamlabs, and Voicemod. There are optional plugins for Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Blender, and Final Cut Pro. It can be fully customized to launch all your favorite apps and media with a simple press of a button and set up with a simple drag-and-drop system.

An invaluable aid for photo editing, video and audio mixing, gaming, and more, the Loupedeck Live S is a compact streaming tool that manages to retain most of the functionality of the Loupedeck Live, just with a smaller interface. One of the easiest to get to grips with and start using straight out of the box, it's easy to see how this miniature editing tool could end up paying for itself in no time.

What Type of Stream Deck Is Right for You?

When considering whether or not to invest in a Stream Deck (or alternative), you need to think about how you're going to use it, and what you'll need to use it for. And whilst Stream Decks and their competitors offer plenty of useful functions for everyday use, this guide is squarely aimed at Twitch streamers.

So, if you're just starting out on your Twitch streaming journey, it's a good idea to keep things simple to begin with. Since many of the available and programmable shortcuts and customizations will need to be launched in real-time, you might want to consider picking something that won't overwhelm you with its functions. The Elgato Stream Deck Mini is a great entry-level option. It will save you some money for a start and is a great place to learn to program shortcuts and customize your output.

Once you grow in confidence, and grow in subscribers, you'll no doubt have more creative ideas about how to improve the quality of your output and make your operation look slicker. In which case, you'll want to consider a good mid-tier option, giving you access to plenty more features, without compromising on the fast pace required in live editing your content. Both the Elgato Stream Deck MK2 and the Loupedeck Live S fit the bill nicely as intermediate-level streaming tools.

However, for seasoned pros, the Elgato Stream Deck XL is the Don of live-streaming tools. In terms of its native integrations, and the sheer number of programmable keys and functions that it offers, it's a tough act to follow, let alone beat. Allowing you to create unlimited smart profiles, trigger actions in apps, switch between key layouts on the fly, set up keys as folders, and so much more, the Stream Deck XL is a veritable playground for live content creators.