The verdict
The Elgato Prompter is the best teleprompter for creators who record at their desk. It has its own 9-inch screen that your computer uses as a second display, so there's no phone or tablet to balance on a tray: drag your script, your notes or a video call onto it and look through the lens. Reviewers rate it highly. The trade-offs: it needs a computer, its screen is small and low resolution, and it doesn't fold for travel.
| Best for | Calls, webinars, courses and streams recorded at a computer |
|---|---|
| Screen | Built-in 9", 1024 × 600, 400 nits |
| Glass | 70/30 beam splitter, readable up to 1.8 m |
| Cameras | Webcams, mirrorless cameras and DSLRs; 9 rings from 49 to 82 mm |
| Connection | One USB-C cable; Windows 11 or macOS 13.3 and later |
| Weight | 690 g without accessories |
| Maker's price | $299.99 at elgato.com |
What's good, what's not
Good
- Built-in screen: no phone or tablet needed.
- Works as a normal second display: script, notes, chat or a call.
- One USB-C cable for power and picture.
- Nine lens rings and a webcam shroud in the box.
- 4.5 out of 5 from Digital Camera World and Tom's Guide.
Not so good
- Needs a computer to run.
- 9 inches at 1024 × 600: fine for scripts, small from far away.
- Bright, white windows can leave a haze in the shot.
- Some owners report connection problems on Mac, and buggy software on Windows.
- Doesn't fold, and takes up desk space.
Using it with EasyPrompter
- Connect the Prompter to your computer with the USB-C cable and install Elgato Camera Hub; the screen appears as a second display.
- Open EasyPrompter in a browser window, drag it onto the Prompter's screen and go full screen.
- Keep EasyPrompter's dark background: reviewers found that bright windows cause glare in the shot.
- Drive the scroll from your keyboard, a Stream Deck or a pedal that sends keys.
Several reviewers found Elgato's own script tool basic: you split the script into chapters by hand. A dedicated teleprompter app in a window gives you smooth scrolling, speed in words per minute and saved scripts instead.
What reviewers and owners say
Written reviews
- Digital Camera World, May 2024, 4.5/5: excellent display clarity and an intuitive app; still needs another device to run.
- Tom's Guide, July 2024, 4.5/5: a second monitor on one USB-C cable with wide camera support; a small screen that relies on a computer.
- Dexerto, June 2024, 4/5: great for dedicated creators; expensive for a niche product, and the desk mount is sold separately.
- Streaming Media, August 2024: a big win as a teleprompter that works with Zoom, Teams and PowerPoint; basic scroll controls.
Video reviews
The Elgato Prompter is Practically Perfect, Tom Buck, December 2023. Plug and play as a second display; use a dark background to avoid haze.
This is perfect for me! - Elgato Prompter, ShortCircuit, December 2023. Great for solo creators; long zoom lenses don't fit, and it's small for a studio with distant cameras.
Best Teleprompter I've Ever Used! (Elgato Prompter Review), Justin Brown – Primal Video, September 2024. Fine for scripts, weak for screen recording at 1024 × 600. A no-brainer at its price.
Best Teleprompter for YouTube Videos! (Elgato Prompter Review), Think Media, May 2024. Loves it; sometimes not recognised on a Mac until a reboot, and wishes the screen were bigger.
Watch this before buying the Elgato Prompter, That Mark Gilroy, February 2024. The most critical review: clumsy script handling in Camera Hub and an unreliable Mac connection.
Setup tutorials
How to Set up a Mirrorless or DSLR Camera With Elgato Prompter, Elgato, October 2023. The official camera setup.
How to Set Up a Webcam (Universal Shroud) With Elgato Prompter, Elgato, October 2023. The official webcam setup.
Elgato Prompter – How to Setup (ULTIMATE Guide!), Live Streaming Pros, December 2023. A complete walkthrough.
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Elgato also makes a Prompter XL with a 15.6-inch screen, for shooting from further away.
Where to buy
Amazon sells the Elgato Prompter in the US and across Europe.
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About our reviews and guides: they bring together the makers' specifications and independent video and written reviews, checked on 20 October 2026. We haven't tested these products ourselves.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Elgato Prompter need a computer?
Yes. It runs as a display for a Windows 11 or macOS 13.3 computer over USB-C, or an Android 11 device with a USB-C cable. It can't run on its own.
Can I use EasyPrompter on the Elgato Prompter?
Yes. Open EasyPrompter in a browser window, drag it onto the Prompter's screen and go full screen.
Does it work with a webcam?
Yes. A universal shroud fits webcams, and there's a backplate for Elgato's Facecam. Cameras mount with 9 rings from 49 to 82 mm.
Is the screen big enough?
For a script read at a desk, yes: it's readable up to about 1.8 m. For shooting from further away, look at the Prompter XL or a 12-inch tablet teleprompter.