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Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 vs Ajazz AKP153

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Ajazz AKP153 is cheaper at $89.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 or Ajazz AKP153?

On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Ajazz AKP153 is the cheaper at $89.99.

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Full spec sheet

marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.

Spec Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 Ajazz AKP153
US price $149.99 $89.99
BrandElgatoAjazz
Released2021-072023
LCD key count 15 15
Dials 0 0
Touch strip No No
Additional inputs interchangeable faceplate 1 side LCD info screen
Connection USB-C USB-C
Software platform Stream Deck (free, Mac & Windows) Stream Dock AJAZZ (free, Mac & Windows)
Customizable icons Yes Yes
Release 2021-07 2023

Sources — Elgato Stream Deck MK.2: elgato.com (verified 2026-06-20). Ajazz AKP153: ajazzbrand.com (verified 2026-06-20).

What's the difference between the Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 and Ajazz AKP153?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Additional inputs: Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 interchangeable faceplate vs Ajazz AKP153 1 side LCD info screen
  • Software platform: Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 Stream Deck (free, Mac & Windows) vs Ajazz AKP153 Stream Dock AJAZZ (free, Mac & Windows)

What reviewers say

Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.

Elgato Stream Deck MK.2

Only one whitelisted tester (Tom's Hardware) has a live hands-on review of this exact model. Its reviewer used the MK.2 across real streaming sessions and calls it easy-to-use and streamer-friendly, praising the software and detachable USB-C cable, but flags the missing volume dial and lack of native Adobe support. (1 sourced review.)

Praised: Deep, endlessly customizable software with native OBS/Twitch integration; Detachable USB-C cable and interchangeable snap-off faceplates; Sturdier weighted one-piece 45-degree stand; smaller and lighter than the original.

Flagged: No audio/volume dial (unlike Loupedeck); No native support for Adobe apps; Only a cosmetic upgrade over the original — no need to upgrade if you already own one.

Ajazz AKP153

No sourced tester review yet.

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