Elgato
Elgato Wave DX
Dynamic XLR
86
/ 100
From $139
VS
Elgato Wave DX wins by 2
Sennheiser
Sennheiser Profile
Condenser USB
84
/ 100
From $129
Specdex verdict
Elgato Wave DX takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Elgato Wave DX lands at 86 and Sennheiser Profile at 84. That puts Elgato Wave DX ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Elgato Wave DX if…
- ✓Well-known professional reputation
- ✓Good rejection (dynamic)
- ✓Plug-and-play USB (where applicable)
Pick Sennheiser Profile if…
- ✓Well-known professional reputation
- ✓Good rejection (dynamic)
- ✓Plug-and-play USB (where applicable)
Elgato Wave DX 86
vs 84 Sennheiser Profile
Score breakdown
Elgato Wave DX
86 sound 86
features 82
build 90
value 84
Sennheiser Profile
84 sound 84
features 80
build 90
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Elgato Wave DX | Sennheiser Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Dynamic XLR | Condenser USB |
Elgato Wave DX
Pros
- +Well-known professional reputation
- +Good rejection (dynamic)
- +Plug-and-play USB (where applicable)
Cons
- −XLR models need an interface
- −Shock mount often extra
- −Room treatment helps more than mic choice
Sennheiser Profile
Pros
- +Well-known professional reputation
- +Good rejection (dynamic)
- +Plug-and-play USB (where applicable)
Cons
- −XLR models need an interface
- −Shock mount often extra
- −Room treatment helps more than mic choice
FAQ: Elgato Wave DX vs Sennheiser Profile
Which is better, Elgato Wave DX or Sennheiser Profile? +
Elgato Wave DX scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Elgato Wave DX worth the price? +
At $139, Elgato Wave DX delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in build.
Is Sennheiser Profile worth the price? +
At $129, Sennheiser Profile delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.
Does Elgato Wave DX or Sennheiser Profile last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.